The Isle of Skye Estate Agency

RARE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE A SITE IN THE PICTURESQUE CROFTING TOWNSHIP OF FERINDONALD ON THE SLEAT PENINSULA. THIS GENEROUS SITE EXTENDS TO c.0.5 ACRES AND DUE TO ITS ELEVATED POSITION AFFORDS STUNNING WIDESPREAD VIEWS ACROSS THE SOUND OF SLEAT TOWARDS KNOYDART GLENELG AND THE MAINLAND. SITE MUS BE VIEWED TO BE APPRECIATED.

DESCRIPTION
Situated in an elevated position within the friendly crofting township of Ferindonald on the Sleat peninsula the subjects for sale comprise a generous building plot extending to 0.5 acres or thereby (to be confirmed with title plan), and from the excellent hillside location there are superb far reaching views across the Sound of Sleat and to the hills of Knoydart on the mainland beyond. The area of Sleat is one of the Islands most popular sought after areas with its abundance of inspiring greenery, scenic walks and wildlife to be seen. This most impressive site presents a rare opportunity for a plot in a pretty township, that provides an ideal location to create a lovely home from which to absorb the ever changing stunning views and seascapes.

LOCATION
Ferrindonald is a quiet crofting township located on the popular Sleat peninsula which is situated on the south of the island. The area of Sleat is known as the ‘Garden of Skye’ due to lush abundant greenery. The Gaelic college Sabhal Mor Ostaig, primary school and modern medical centre are close by. Armadale Castle is very popular and supports several events throughout the year which are of interest to both locals and tourists alike. The village of Ardvasar is just some 4 miles away and here you will find a village shop and hotel. The terminus for the ferry to Mallaig is found in Armadale which is also some 3.5 miles away and has a garage, petrol station, post office and craft shops. The nearest main village of Broadford is approximately 13 miles to the north and has good local services including a supermarket, petrol station, bank, and selection of small shops, hotels and restaurants. The A851 trunk road that connects Sleat to all services has been upgraded making access easier.

Looking upwards towards the plot

PLANNING PERMISSION
Planning permission in principle has been granted for the erection of a single or 1 ½ storey property, dated 20th August 2009 and is valid for 3 years from that date. An access road and parking area will need to be formed. Copies of this permission are available on request from the Isle of Skye Estate Agency offices. Planning reference number is 09/00188/OUTSL. Interested parties may wish to contact the planning office:-Highland council Planning Department, Kings House, The Green, Portree, Isle of Skye. Telephone number is 01478 612412.

TRAVEL DIRECTIONS
From the A87 take the A851 road which is also signposted for the Armadale to Mallaig ferry. Follow the road for approx 12 miles. After passing the sign for Ferindonald on the left continue for a few hundred yards and number 6 is next right through a large metal gate which is a shared access.
From the ferry take the A851 out of Armadale for approximately 3.5 miles passing through the township of Kilmore, followed by sign for Ferindonald on the left then as above.

SERVICES
Mains water and electricity connections are close by and it will be the responsibility of the purchaser to seek and install all services required. Drainage by way of septic tank and soakaway.
VIEWING - Strictly by appointment with this agency

ENTRY - By mutual agreement

POST CODE - IV44 8RF

PRICE
Offers over £80,000 are invited and such offers should be submitted in proper Scottish legal terms to:-