Plot & Land at Achavanich, Latheron, Caithness, KW5 6DX

Description
Offering outstanding views over open moors across to the Morven Hills, Aberdeen & Northern Estates is thrilled to bring to the market this superbly located house plot with land. The site extends to around 14 acres or thereby which includes a generous house plot measuring 0.3 acre which has Planning in Principle for a 1.5-storey house and detached garage with garden grounds. The site is conveniently situated in an elevated position off the A9 with existing gated access.

This area of land presents an exciting self-build opportunity for those looking to begin a new life in the Highlands, perhaps as a smallholder or start a new business venture in a stunning rural location, whilst enjoying the advantages of easy travel throughout the County and south towards Inverness. Services (electricity, water and telephone line) are located close by and private drainage would be required.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fantastic house site with a generous area of agricultural land, providing endless rural opportunities. Viewing is highly recommended.

Local Information
This stunning house plot with land is ideally located alongside the A9, located just 6 miles north of Latheron in the County of Caithness. Being on the A9 allows easy commutes north and south, providing a journey time of 2 hours to Inverness. The nearest services are available in the nearby villages of Lybster and Halkirk. The fishing village of Lybster and rural village of Halkirk provides a limited range of local services and amenities including primary education, doctor's surgery, post offices and convenience stores, whilst secondary education and local hospital is available in Thurso and in Wick. A plethora of retail outlets, supermarkets, fuel stations, accommodation, eateries and other local services and amenities are available in both Thurso and in Wick.

Agriculture plays a key part in the local Caithness economy and boasts many services, businesses and contractors - useful for those looking to embark on their smallholding journey. There is a local livestock mart at Quoybrae, which is situated some 15 miles north-east and holds regular shows and sales throughout the year, with the next nearest livestock mart being Dingwall Marts, some 83 miles south which holds weekly sales . Local and national livestock haulage is easily supplied in the area.

As well as several local bus services, rail connections are available at Scotscalder, Thurso and Wick for onward travel to Inverness and beyond. Ferry connections to Orkney are available at Scrabster and Gills Bay. Regular air connections to Aberdeen are available from Wick John O'Groats Airport.

Caithness is an area steeped in history and nature which makes it the ideal place to call home for wildlife, environment and sporting enthusiasts with an abundance of coastal and moorland walks, hacks and nature hotspots. Thurso also has the UK's most northerly golf club, Thurso Golf Club, which was established in 1893.

Local Authority Consent
Planning Permission in Principle was granted in September 2023 for the erection of a 1.5-storey house with detached garage. Full details and documentation / drawings can be viewed online using reference: 22/04651/PIP.

Viewing
All viewings by arrangement with the selling agents.

Directions
From Latheron, drive north on the A9 towards Thurso for approximately 6.5 miles and the site is located on your left, as indicated by our 'For Sale' board. From Thurso, drive south on the A9 for approximately 17 miles and the site is located on your right.

Local Authority
The Highland Council, Glenurquhart Road, Inverness, IV3 5NX.
Local Highland Council Office: Rotterdam Street, Thurso, KW14 8AB

Entry
By agreement.

Offers
Offers should be submitted in full Scottish legal terms to this office along with anti-money-laundering ID paperwork and proof of funds.

Prospective purchasers should note that unless their interest is formally intimated to the selling agents following inspection, the agents cannot guarantee that notice of a closing date for offers will be advised and consequently the property may be sold without notice.