A secluded commercial conifer wood with attractive broadleaves, good internal access, ponds and a cabin in a desirable South Scotland Location.

• 84% of high yielding conifers.
• Principally maturing spruce aged 33 years old with the potential to commence harvesting in circa 5 years’ time.
• Strong amenity broadleaves with two ponds and off-grid cabin.
• Excellent ground and climatic conditions for growing commercial and amenity woodland.

A second rotation, productive commercial conifer forest which was planted in 1990/1992. The composition of the crop is dominated by Sitka spruce which accounts for 84% of the conifer area. Restocked areas planted in 2016 consist of Sitka spruce mixed with Native broadleaves. Generally, the conifer crops are performing extremely well with excellent uniformity and high Yield Classes post thinning. A small, historically area of bare ground has recently been planted with 500 Sitka spruce trees. A small pond located in the middle of the property adds amenity to this commercial woodland.

The low ground of the property has been planted with broadleaves. The deciduous areas are highly attractive and enhance the level of Natural Capital surrounding the loch whilst also providing sporting opportunities. Included within the broadleaves and located on the edge of Loweberry Loch is an off-grid cabin comprising two entrances, boot room, an open plan living space with kitchen area and a ladder to a sleeping area in the roof space. The cabin is used frequently as a weekend retreat throughout the summer.

The property comprises the slopes of Killyleoch Hill and is relatively easily worked with conventional harvesting machinery. This is a low elevation site with altitude varying from 150 metres above sea level, rising to 240 metres at the highest point. The forest has been managed in accordance with the UK Forestry Standard and the UK Woodland Assurance Standard. The crop is summarised in the species table below. Further information is available from the Selling Agent upon request.