Scotland | North East and Highlands
North
East and
Highlands
Buyers can enjoy great value
for money in Scotland’s stunning
north eastern regions
There was once a higher concentration of millionaires
living in Dundee than anywhere else in the world! Its
prestigious West End and Broughty Ferry townhouses
were built on the success of the jute industry, and the
appearance of grandeur remains. These homes are now
in demand from families who wish to be close to the
excellent schools in Scotland’s fourth largest city.
However, with its more contemporary label as
the City of Discovery, Dundee is also an area of
rejuvenation. This has been driven by the development
of the Centre of Excellence in Education and Life Even in the current downturn, property values are
Places like
Sciences and the city’s growing cultural facilities. holding up well. While prime values across Great Britain
Ballachulish, near
Fort William in the
New homes now account for more than half of all fell by 17 per cent during the last quarter of 2008, those
Highlands, offer
transactions over £500,000. For example, Savills is in the north, including Aberdeenshire and Angus, fell by affordable properties
currently marketing a modern development, close to half that amount.
and a wealth of
outdoor pursuits.
the new technology park, which reflects the progressive Meanwhile, Inverness, the capital of the Highlands,
characteristic of the area. is a thriving commercial centre. Magnificent mountains
Just to the north, and in comparison to neighbouring provide a marvellous backdrop to Loch Ness, and there
Perthshire and Deeside, Angus is a relatively are endless opportunities for outdoor activities.
undiscovered county. It is stunning and communication Benefitting from its own international airport the area
links to both Dundee and Aberdeen are excellent. is a viable second home location. And with a shooting
The Aberdeenshire housing market has thrived in lodge being valued at the same price as an Edinburgh
recent years, due to the area’s buoyant oil industry. suburban family house, it is an affordable area too. n
Property Focus
Please go to savills.co.uk for
a full list of current properties
Muirside of Craigo,
Montrose, Angus
n 3 reception rooms
n 5 bedrooms
n 2 bathrooms
n stable wing with garaging
n 1.3 acres paddock
Offers over £600,000
Fordyce Castle, Fordyce, Banffshire
n 4 bedrooms
n vaulted dining room
n west wing with 2 bedrooms
Contact: Ruaraidh Ogilvie n gallery & stable
+44 (0) 1356 628 628 n garden
rogilvie@savills.com From £800,000
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