The Isle of Skye Estate Agency

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE AN AREA OF LAND LOCATED IN THE TOWNSHIP OF LETTERFEARN ON THE MAINLAND. THE SITE BENEFITS FROM PLANNING PERMISSION IN PRINCIPLE FOR THE ERECTION OF A SINGLE OR 1 ½ STOREY PROPERTY. THE WHOLE SITE EXTENDS TO ½ ACRE OR THEREBY (TO BE CONFIRMED WITH TITLE) AND OFFERS WIDESPREAD VIEWS ACROSS LOCH DUICH AND SURROUNDING AREAS, WITH THE WORLD FAMOUS EILEAN DONAN CASTLE IN THE DISTANCE. HEADLAND AREA PROVIDES FLEXIBILTY OF USE AND DIRECT ACCESS TO THE SHORELINE. SITE OFFERS A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE A PLOT IN A POPULAR PICTURESQUE LOCATION

DESCRIPTION
Overall the land for sale extends to approximately 0.5 acre or thereby (to be confirmed with title), and is split by the quiet township road, with both sections offering fantastic scope and with planning permission in principle for a single or 1 ½ storey property. Located adjacent to the quiet township road the area designated for build is elevated and therefore well positioned to take advantage of the stunning views afforded by the area. The lower part of the plot provides several opportunities and flexibility of use such as erection of boat/summer house, boat mooring and possible jetty with a small inlet into the headland allowing easy access, all being subject to the usual planning permissions. Sites in this area do not become available very often and this is a rare opportunity to acquire a plot that is ideally positioned to take advantage of the amenities that this beautiful area has to offer

LOCATION
The area in general provides a wealth of activity with the challenging hills and mountains in Glenelg, 5 Sisters of Kintail and the pretty Falls of Glomach all close by, it is a paradise for walkers and climbers alike. Letterfearn is right on the shore line of Loch Duich and is ideally positioned for water sports enthusiasts. For those who prefer to just relax, the ever changing views are breathtaking and it would not be unusual to spot wildlife and birdlife which is in abundance including deer and eagles plus many more. Nearest local facilities are in Shiel Bridge 5 miles away where there is a small shop, garage and restaurant, and with Inverinate some 8 miles away offering a petrol station with well a stocked shop. The nearest main village is Kyle of Lochalsh some 21 miles away and here you will find excellent amenities that the larger settlement has to offer, including a supermarket, shops, garage, Post office, hairdressers and with facilities of a leisure centre, modern medical practice and dentists. Primary schooling is available in Inverinate with secondary schooling in Plockton. A regular train service operates out of Kyle to Inverness the capital of the Highlands and Kyle is also home to the Skye Bridge that provides access onto the Isle of Skye and all the visitor attractions it has to offer.

PLANNING PERMISSION IN PRINCIPLE
Planning permission in principle has been granted for the erection of a single or 1 ½ storey dwelling house dated 22/06/2010 and is valid for 3 years from that date. The planning reference number is 10/02069/PIP and copies can be made available from this agency. Interested parties may wish to contact the planning office:-Highland council Planning Department, Council Offices, 84 High Street, Dingwall. Telephone number is 01349 868600. Details can also be viewed on their website www.highland.gov.uk

SERVICES
Mains water and electricity are believed to be close by. Drainage will be by way of septic tank. It will be the responsibility of the prospective purchaser to seek and install all services required to the site.

TRAVEL DIRECTIONS
Take the road towards Glenelg directly off the A87, follow the road for about 1 mile and take the right turn signposted to Letterfearn. Continue on the road for approximately 4 miles, passing the fish farm on the right. After you will then see a stone byre with a ‘pull in’ immediately after, and with a small copse and headland on the right. The site is located just above the road on the left and includes the copse area of wooded ground towards the Loch.

VIEWING - Strictly by appointment with this agency

ENTRY - By mutual agreement

POST CODE - IV42 8HT

PRICE - Offers over £70,000 and such offers should be submitted in proper Scottish legal terms to:-