Land at Achavanich, Latheron, Caithness, KW5 6DX

Local Information

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.

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.

The IACS registered land at Achavanich extends to 4.73ha (11.7 acres) or thereby comprising of good grazing ground which would suit a variety of uses. The land is classified as a mix of Grades 5(1), 5(3) and 6(2) by the James Hutton Institute and lying at 126m to 153m above sea level. Good roadside access is availble direct off the A9.

This is an excellent opportunity to purchase a manageable block of ground that would suit a variety of uses in such a scenic location.

Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)
BPS Entitlements available by separate negotiation.

Services
No piped water to field. Water main nearby.

Viewing
Interested parties are encouraged to view the property at their leisure with no requirement to book viewings. All enquiries to the Agents, Aberdeen & Northern Estates. If taking a vehicle, please note that the site entrance, as indicated by our 'For Sale' board, is located on the side of the A9. Please take care when slowing to approach the site entrance on the wide verge.

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

Entry
By agreement.

Mineral Rights & Sporting Rights
Included in the sale, insofar as they are owned.

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.