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Ocean View, Longhope, Hoy, Orkney, KW16

Land size
4.6 acres
Bedrooms
7
Bathrooms
4

Key Features

  • TWO DETACHED HOUSES, 3 BED AND 4 BED
  • 4.6 ACRES OF LAND AND OUTBUILDINGS
  • SPECTACULAR COASTAL LOCATION WITH BEACH ACCESS
  • VIEWS OVER SCAPA FLOW AND CANTIC HEAD LIGHTHOUSE
  • WHAT3WORDS LOCATION: ///represent.roofed.unpacked
  • MAY LEND ITSELF FOR SELF CATERING OR BED & BREAKFAST
  • VIRTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE
  • CONTACT THE OFFICE TO BOOK A VIEWING

Description

Ocean View comprises a rare and versatile portfolio of two separate houses, extensive outbuildings and approximately 4.6 acres of land, all set in a picturesque beachside location in Longhope. With breath-taking panoramic views across historic Scapa Flow and towards Cantick Head lighthouse, this secluded coastal retreat offers exceptional flexibility— ideal for multi-generational living, lifestyle relocation, equestrian use, or a compelling investment opportunity. There is planning permission in place to join the 2 houses together giving the additional option to create a large family home.

HOUSE 1 - A characterful 4 bedroom home with uninterrupted sea views from every room.

Ground Floor
Bright kitchen, dining and living areas with vaulted ceilings and attractive tiled stone floors
Modern kitchen with ample units, gas hob and built-in oven
Hallway featuring a beautiful exposed stone wall and traditional flagstone floor
Two bright double bedrooms, one with original flagstone flooring
Well-appointed family bathroom with double sinks

First Floor
Double bedroom with WC
Bedroom or versatile living area ideal as a home office, studio or family space
Additional attic storage accessed from the utility area

HOUSE 2 - A bright, modern 3 bedroom property sharing the same spectacular coastal outlook.

Ground Floor
Contemporary kitchen with range-style cooker
Dining room with sea views
Spacious dual-aspect living room with panoramic outlook
Double bedroom
Family bathroom

First Floor
Two further bright double bedrooms
Additional bathroom

LAND, OUTBUILDINGS & OUTDOOR SPACE
Large driveway providing ample parking for both properties
South-facing rear gardens for each property, enclosed by a traditional stone dyke, with direct access to the beach beyond
Two paddocks to the side, one with a horse shelter — ideal for equestrian or smallholding use
Stable block divided into three sections
Shed with space for three cars
Single garage
Barn with two sets of double doors, offering excellent storage or workshop potential

Hoy lies to the west of the Orkney Isles, and is known for its dramatic coastal landscapes, rich history, and iconic landmarks like the Old Man of Hoy. With it's rugged terrain, popular walking routes and coastal paths, Hoy is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
Longhope has a local shop, lifeboat station, hotel and community hall. Hoy is served by regular ferries from Houton and Stromness.

SERVICES
Electricity: Mains
Water: Mains
Drainage: Septic Tank
Heating: Oil central heating
Air source heat pumps

COUNCIL TAX -BANDS C & D
EPC - BAND D

VIEWINGS
By appointment only, arranged through K Allan Properties.
Call or email

OFFERS TO
K Allan Properties
Watergate
Kirkwall
KW15 1PD

VIEWINGS FOLLOWING ACCEPTANCE OF AN OFFER
Once an offer has been accepted and the property is marked as "Under Offer", K Allan Properties will not arrange or facilitate any further viewings of the property.
Any requests for access following acceptance of an offer will be considered only where required by the terms of the concluded missives, by agreement between the seller and purchaser, or where otherwise legally necessary.
K Allan Properties reserves the right to refuse requests for additional viewings or inspections which are not required under the terms of the transaction.

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DISCLAIMER
Whilst we endeavour to make these particulars accurate, they do not offer/form any part of a contract on offer and are not guaranteed. Measurements are approximate. We have not tested electricity, gas, water services or any appliances. Photographs may have been taken with a wide-angle lens.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
D
Date Posted
2026-03-28

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 423 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (1+ acres).

This Property£85,870 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £78,824 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
67 D
86 B

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
Oil Heating, Air Source Heat Pump
Broadband
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Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed Property
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Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
Lateral Living
Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

8 Mbps

Under 10 Mbps here

Suitable for

  • Basic browsing & email

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Flotta Community School2.4 miles
    Pupils
    2
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • North Walls Community School2.5 miles
    Pupils
    20
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Hope Primary School6.7 miles
    Pupils
    54
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Burray Primary School8.8 miles
    Pupils
    47
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Orphir Community School9.6 miles
    Pupils
    31
    Type
    Non-denominational

Secondary

  • Stromness Academy13 miles
    Pupils
    338
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Kirkwall Grammar School14 miles
    Pupils
    861
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Thurso High School20 miles
    Pupils
    753
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Wick High School25 miles
    Pupils
    735
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Stronsay Junior High School29 miles
    Pupils
    16
    Type
    Non-denominational

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: planning activity, heritage and any flood history here are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Co-op Stromness - Ferry Road, Stromness13 miles
Co-op Kirkwall, Kirkwall14 miles
Tesco Kirkwall Superstore, Kirkwall14 miles

GP surgery

Daisy Villa6.8 miles

Pharmacy

Daisy Villa6.8 miles

Walking trail

Cantick Head910 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Thurso Rail Station20 miles

Nearest bus stop

Setter Road End748 metres

Typical drive times

Wick4 hr 27 min · 80 miles
Thurso4 hr 22 min · 76 miles
Kirkwall2 hr 34 min · 28 miles
Stromness2 hr 33 min · 26 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From SEPA flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Not shown on SEPA's flood mapsLower risk

Surface water

No mapped surface water riskLower risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)

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