Show us your real estate pawn (Vol 5)

Show us your real estate pawn (Vol 5)

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TheJimi

25,987 posts

253 months

Thursday 9th January
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Sway said:
TheJimi said:
ndg said:
TheJimi said:
This seems to have popped up a few times recently.

Are folk just looking at the bedroom number, property size and land relative to the price and thinking "pawn"?
It popped up on my facebook feed a couple of days ago (after seeing it here), I imagine it's doing the same for many others....
Aye, but they must still be thinking it's "pawn" in order to post in this thread, which leads me back to the question above biggrin

Of course, as always, what is and isn't pawn is subjective.
For me, there's definitely a bit of ignorance and perception that all of rural Scotland equals 'here be dragons' - so whenever I see something posted like that location can't come into my opinion.

At face value, that looks like it's got some incredible spaces and architecture, for a seeming bargain price (acknowledging that it's going to need a vast amount spent!).

Personally, it's got the thing which instantly dings my dong - the ability for your own hydroelectric power...
It's curious that you of people replied smile

I always remember you saying something to the effect that you'd love a property that allows real multigenerational living, and every time I see somewhere like this, I think of you biggrin

So yeah, I can totally see how this would be a good fit!

jimmytheone

1,604 posts

228 months

Thursday 9th January
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TheJimi said:
Sway said:
TheJimi said:
ndg said:
TheJimi said:
This seems to have popped up a few times recently.

Are folk just looking at the bedroom number, property size and land relative to the price and thinking "pawn"?
It popped up on my facebook feed a couple of days ago (after seeing it here), I imagine it's doing the same for many others....
Aye, but they must still be thinking it's "pawn" in order to post in this thread, which leads me back to the question above biggrin

Of course, as always, what is and isn't pawn is subjective.
For me, there's definitely a bit of ignorance and perception that all of rural Scotland equals 'here be dragons' - so whenever I see something posted like that location can't come into my opinion.

At face value, that looks like it's got some incredible spaces and architecture, for a seeming bargain price (acknowledging that it's going to need a vast amount spent!).

Personally, it's got the thing which instantly dings my dong - the ability for your own hydroelectric power...
It's curious that you of people replied smile

I always remember you saying something to the effect that you'd love a property that allows real multigenerational living, and every time I see somewhere like this, I think of you biggrin

So yeah, I can totally see how this would be a good fit!
Apologies for the pearoast - Also fed via FB

I suppose i think of property pawn as either something that's been "done" and is utterly glorious and costs a mint
or has potential to be, which i think this does.

Area looks great (as per drone photo thread)
Title included bowtie
A decent but not silly amount of land
Own power supply
No near neighbours smile

Yes, you'd have to chuck 1mil plus at it but from a very low purchase price.

Also, think of the garaging potential!

Sway

30,406 posts

204 months

Thursday 9th January
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TheJimi said:
It's curious that you of people replied smile

I always remember you saying something to the effect that you'd love a property that allows real multigenerational living, and every time I see somewhere like this, I think of you biggrin

So yeah, I can totally see how this would be a good fit!
Yep, I'm picky though - it can't just be a massive pile with a bazillion rooms. Gotta be such that there can be some 'separation' as well as more communal spaces.

EmBe

7,935 posts

279 months

Thursday 9th January
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Sway said:
TheJimi said:
It's curious that you of people replied smile

I always remember you saying something to the effect that you'd love a property that allows real multigenerational living, and every time I see somewhere like this, I think of you biggrin

So yeah, I can totally see how this would be a good fit!
Yep, I'm picky though - it can't just be a massive pile with a bazillion rooms. Gotta be such that there can be some 'separation' as well as more communal spaces.
From experience I know that kind of place is vanishingly rare.
Have you thought of building from scratch or adapting - we have a specific need with our daughter who is likely to need care later in life and may need to be at home with us.

We looked in vain for anything suitable but in the end we looked for somewhere with the basics (a good sized bungalow with the ability to go up and out), allowing us to create a seperate but integrated 'annexe' should it be needed, but that works for us as a family now, a place we can retire into in 10 year's time and the multi-generational home further out (15-20 years most likely).

The process itself was actually very satisfying, with architects and builders all realising this was something a bit different from the usual and really helping us nail down a design that came within budget.

In the end it was used almost as soon as it was built as my 85 year old dad came to stay with us and we nursed him at home with us until quite late on when he needed a hospice, so we know it works for what we may need for our daughter.

InformationSuperHighway

6,623 posts

194 months

Thursday 9th January
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blue_haddock said:
jimmytheone said:
Hows about:
15 bed, Titled estate of 18 (shooting) acres, Strathcarron IV54
Hydro-power potential for true off grid living (I'm guessing solar would be....variable laugh )
Less than £300k

Requires some modernisation
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/156315941#/...


The purchase price is just the start of a world of pain and suffering!

It could be epic but could also bleed you dry!
Yes, you'd need to see the purchase price as a 10% deposit on the final figure hehe

Sway

30,406 posts

204 months

Thursday 9th January
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EmBe said:
Sway said:
TheJimi said:
It's curious that you of people replied smile

I always remember you saying something to the effect that you'd love a property that allows real multigenerational living, and every time I see somewhere like this, I think of you biggrin

So yeah, I can totally see how this would be a good fit!
Yep, I'm picky though - it can't just be a massive pile with a bazillion rooms. Gotta be such that there can be some 'separation' as well as more communal spaces.
From experience I know that kind of place is vanishingly rare.
Have you thought of building from scratch or adapting - we have a specific need with our daughter who is likely to need care later in life and may need to be at home with us.

We looked in vain for anything suitable but in the end we looked for somewhere with the basics (a good sized bungalow with the ability to go up and out), allowing us to create a seperate but integrated 'annexe' should it be needed, but that works for us as a family now, a place we can retire into in 10 year's time and the multi-generational home further out (15-20 years most likely).

The process itself was actually very satisfying, with architects and builders all realising this was something a bit different from the usual and really helping us nail down a design that came within budget.

In the end it was used almost as soon as it was built as my 85 year old dad came to stay with us and we nursed him at home with us until quite late on when he needed a hospice, so we know it works for what we may need for our daughter.
For us, the dream is partial 'multi gen' and partial 'multi family' - my SiL and her husband will never have kids, we all get on incredibly well (and compliment each other in skills), etc. As well as our teenagers (one of whom we think would jump at the chance to live in a 'family hamlet').

We nearly got there with the former nursing home I mentioned a while back. We're now potentially thinking smallholding type setup with some holiday cabins/'small home' outbuilding conversions.

BiL's dad is doing just that with his side of the family - ex chicken shed in two acres which is going to home three generations across four buildings with some awesome communal areas plus plenty of privacy.

We'll see, it's all great in theory but there's some bear traps to avoid too to ensure it'd work long term (as in, longer than perhaps I've got left!).

Du1point8

21,696 posts

202 months

Thursday 9th January
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hidetheelephants

28,425 posts

203 months

Thursday 9th January
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Sway said:
EmBe said:
Sway said:
TheJimi said:
It's curious that you of people replied smile

I always remember you saying something to the effect that you'd love a property that allows real multigenerational living, and every time I see somewhere like this, I think of you biggrin

So yeah, I can totally see how this would be a good fit!
Yep, I'm picky though - it can't just be a massive pile with a bazillion rooms. Gotta be such that there can be some 'separation' as well as more communal spaces.
From experience I know that kind of place is vanishingly rare.
Have you thought of building from scratch or adapting - we have a specific need with our daughter who is likely to need care later in life and may need to be at home with us.

We looked in vain for anything suitable but in the end we looked for somewhere with the basics (a good sized bungalow with the ability to go up and out), allowing us to create a seperate but integrated 'annexe' should it be needed, but that works for us as a family now, a place we can retire into in 10 year's time and the multi-generational home further out (15-20 years most likely).

The process itself was actually very satisfying, with architects and builders all realising this was something a bit different from the usual and really helping us nail down a design that came within budget.

In the end it was used almost as soon as it was built as my 85 year old dad came to stay with us and we nursed him at home with us until quite late on when he needed a hospice, so we know it works for what we may need for our daughter.
For us, the dream is partial 'multi gen' and partial 'multi family' - my SiL and her husband will never have kids, we all get on incredibly well (and compliment each other in skills), etc. As well as our teenagers (one of whom we think would jump at the chance to live in a 'family hamlet').

We nearly got there with the former nursing home I mentioned a while back. We're now potentially thinking smallholding type setup with some holiday cabins/'small home' outbuilding conversions.

BiL's dad is doing just that with his side of the family - ex chicken shed in two acres which is going to home three generations across four buildings with some awesome communal areas plus plenty of privacy.

We'll see, it's all great in theory but there's some bear traps to avoid too to ensure it'd work long term (as in, longer than perhaps I've got left!).
This was fed to me by the yootoob algorithm but it seems something like what you're after?


Edited by hidetheelephants on Thursday 9th January 22:37

TheJimi

25,987 posts

253 months

Thursday 9th January
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Du1point8 said:
Fabulous.

The cabin on stilts at the waterside genuinely appeals to me more than the main house does.

Love some of the details in the main house though - especially that staircase.

Du1point8

21,696 posts

202 months

Thursday 9th January
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TheJimi said:
Du1point8 said:
Fabulous.

The cabin on stilts at the waterside genuinely appeals to me more than the main house does.

Love some of the details in the main house though - especially that staircase.
Sven's house before he passed.

Sway

30,406 posts

204 months

Thursday 9th January
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Terzo123

4,493 posts

218 months

Thursday 9th January
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Only 2 bedrooms, and not that expensive, especially when compared to some of the houses in this thread, but I quite like it. Wouldn't mind retiring to a place like this.

https://www.stonefieldayr.com/properties-for-sale/...

CountyAFC

2,025 posts

13 months

Friday 10th January
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TheJimi said:
Du1point8 said:
Fabulous.

The cabin on stilts at the waterside genuinely appeals to me more than the main house does.

Love some of the details in the main house though - especially that staircase.
Yeah it's lovely but realistically how much can you use the outdoor facilities?

snotrag

15,018 posts

221 months

Friday 10th January
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CountyAFC said:
TheJimi said:
Du1point8 said:
Fabulous.

The cabin on stilts at the waterside genuinely appeals to me more than the main house does.

Love some of the details in the main house though - especially that staircase.
Yeah it's lovely but realistically how much can you use the outdoor facilities?
Sven Goran Erikssons old pad.

I love it - its exactly the kind of setup and location I would love, had I the funds. Brilliant for the extended family. I could happilly keep myself busy enough for the rest of days simply 'managing' a place like that.

Whilst the winter wonderpland photos are great, I'd like to see it in the middle of summer too, with a couple of dinghies roped up on the shoreline. cloud9

b14

1,181 posts

198 months

Friday 10th January
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Sway said:
That is nice. Not too far from me. Although it's pretty pricey objectively, for the area that's actually pretty good value. 20 miles east outside Harpenden it would be double that price.

Ranger 6

7,254 posts

259 months

Friday 10th January
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Following the Bowness property posted earlier, I found this one.

Our old family home - it's been through a few other owners since then and has lost its appeal for me, so not sure if it qualifies for this thread.

You can't change the views however and I have many happy memories of summer evening barbecues on the patio, lunches in the Tower Bank Arms and days out sailing (I won't say 'on the lake' laugh )




https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/156272897#/...

TheJimi

25,987 posts

253 months

Friday 10th January
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Ranger 6 said:
Following the Bowness property posted earlier, I found this one.

Our old family home - it's been through a few other owners since then and has lost its appeal for me, so not sure if it qualifies for this thread.

You can't change the views however and I have many happy memories of summer evening barbecues on the patio, lunches in the Tower Bank Arms and days out sailing (I won't say 'on the lake' laugh )




https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/156272897#/...
This is a textbook example of what I regard as property pawn.

- interesting property
- off street parking & space for a garage
- nice views over water
- large garden, but not daft
- can easily walk to amenities
- bonus points that I really like the location

Pawn with bells on for me yes

Tango13

9,147 posts

186 months

Saturday 11th January
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b14 said:
Sway said:
That is nice. Not too far from me. Although it's pretty pricey objectively, for the area that's actually pretty good value. 20 miles east outside Harpenden it would be double that price.
The 'Harpenden wker tax'

If you're ever unfortunate enough to find yourself in Harpenden the best thing you can do is leave.

Tring however is a very pleasant part of the world, I've spent many a sunny Saturday afternoon riding my bike in that area smile

Wills2

24,957 posts

185 months

Saturday 11th January
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Sway said:
Very nice, well positioned at the end of the road surrounded by fields

Ranger 6

7,254 posts

259 months

Saturday 11th January
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TheJimi said:
Ranger 6 said:
Following the Bowness property posted earlier, I found this one.

Our old family home - it's been through a few other owners since then and has lost its appeal for me, so not sure if it qualifies for this thread.

You can't change the views however and I have many happy memories of summer evening barbecues on the patio, lunches in the Tower Bank Arms and days out sailing (I won't say 'on the lake' laugh )




https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/156272897#/...
This is a textbook example of what I regard as property pawn.

- interesting property
- off street parking & space for a garage
- nice views over water
- large garden, but not daft
- can easily walk to amenities
- bonus points that I really like the location

Pawn with bells on for me yes
Thanks, when you say it like that - yes, the happy memories still make it pawn!!

We were on first name terms with the ferry crews as our boat was moored in the bay next to the research centre.

Changes since left are; the annex was a double garage and where the single garage is now was where we parked the small boat trailer.

The middle bedroom didn’t have a balcony, the sun room has been stuck on the side and the rooms weren’t knocked through. Just different times and tastes.