The Ord, Gorstan, Garve, IV23

The Ord is in the scattered hamlet of Gorstan close to Garve in Wester Ross. The property comprises an owner occupied, bare land croft (Crofting Register Number R6773, ROS Crofting Register C7159) extending to approximately 35.3 acres. The croft is predominantly rough grazing but includes an area of about 10 acres of mixed woodland. There are panoramic views across the croft including spectacular views to towards Ben Wyvis. The surrounding countryside is unspoilt and as well as providing a habitat for rare native wildlife, is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast. There is a wide range of walks and mountain bike trails, challenging mountain climbs, and fishing for salmon and trout on local rivers, while the west coast, famous for its stunning coastline and sandy beaches, is within easy reach.

Nearby Garve has a primary school and train station, while Contin has a fuel station with village store, a café and popular country house hotel. The market town of Dingwall has a good range of shops and amenities including an excellent secondary school and Inverness, about a forty minute drive from The Ord, has all the facilities of a modern city including its airport with regular flights to the south and Europe.

Full planning consent was granted in September 2021 (Planning Reference 21/03360/FUL) along with building warrant (Warrant Reference 22/01116/DOM2) for a house and workshop on a 0.2 hectare site within the croft, positioned with easy access to the public road. In compliance with the conditions of the consent, a bore hole has been drilled to confirm the water supply quality.

The croft has been ungrazed for approximately three years to allow the natural diversity of the land to flourish and create an extremely attractive landscape full of flora and fauna. The woodland was planted approximately 35 years ago. Burns cross the land providing a water supply for livestock, and the fencing and gates are in good order. Potential purchasers should be aware that Forestry and Land Scotland have a right of way over the “Horseshoe” turning area.
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