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Rymmon, Evie, Orkney, KW17

Land size
5 acres
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • THREE BEDROOM HOME
  • ADDITIONAL LODGE PROVIDING AN INCOME
  • LAND EXTENDING TO APPROX 5 ACRES
  • ELEVATED POSITION WITH LOVELY VIEWS
  • VARIOUS OUTBUILDINGS
  • POLYCRUB
  • WHAT3WORDS - ///fillers.troll.boxer
  • VIRTUAL TOUR AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE
  • CONTACT THE OFFICE TO BOOK A VIEWING

Description

Introducing Rymmon, a wonderfully private and picturesque three bedroom home accompanied by Rymmon Lodge, a successful holiday let that provides a reliable and healthy income stream. Set within approximately 5 acres of land, the property enjoys an elevated rural position with sweeping views over open countryside and towards Swannay Loch. The setting is peaceful, scenic, and ideal for those seeking space, nature, and a home with genuine lifestyle and business potential.

Accomodation - Upon entering the main residence, you are welcomed by a vestibule that leads into a spacious, characterful, kitchen featuring a flagstone floor and patio doors that open to the rear garden. A bright, triple aspect living room showcases the country views and has a cosy wood-burning stove. Additionally, the home includes a practical utility room, three double bedrooms, and a well appointed bathroom.

The Lodge - Rymmon Lodge is situated in a secluded area beneath Rymmon, offering modern amenities for a truly comfortable stay. The lodge boasts a cosy living area and a fully equipped kitchen. There are two bedrooms, one featuring its own en-suite, and a bathroom. Outside, you'll find a seating area, a pond, and a deck with a barbecue space, creating an ideal setting for outdoor enjoyment amidst the stunning natural scenery.

Outside - There are various outbuildings including an interconnecting garage, workshop and store along with several other useful sheds in good condition, and a poly crub The land extends to approximately 5 acres, with a private driveway leading to the property allowing ample parking space. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature planting. An additional field situated to the side is also included in the sale.

SERVICES
Electricity: MAINS
Water: MAINS
Drainage: SEPTIC TANK
Heating: OIL
COUNCIL TAX -BAND 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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ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING LEGISLATION
As with all Estate Agents, K Allan Properties are subject to Anti Money Laundering Regulations. These regulations require us, as selling agents, to perform various checks on the property buyers. We will require certified photographic evidence of the buyer’s identity and proof of address on a recent utility statement. We are unable to progress any sale to completion until these requirements have been fully satisfied.

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
2026-07-01

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 136 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (5+ acres).

This Property£79,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (5+ acres) £33,435 / 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
60 D
79 C

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
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
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Parking
Driveway
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

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 23% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

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

  • Evie Primary School3.7 miles
    Pupils
    51
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Dounby Community School4.4 miles
    Pupils
    133
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Rousay Primary School7.4 miles
    Pupils
    13
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Firth Primary School8.4 miles
    Pupils
    76
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Stenness Community School9.8 miles
    Pupils
    26
    Type
    Non-denominational

Secondary

  • Stromness Academy11 miles
    Pupils
    338
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Kirkwall Grammar School13 miles
    Pupils
    861
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Westray Junior High School15 miles
    Pupils
    35
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Stronsay Junior High School20 miles
    Pupils
    16
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Sanday Community School23 miles
    Pupils
    25
    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

Asda Dounby Express Petrol, Dounby4.4 miles
Co-op Stromness - Ferry Road, Stromness12 miles
Co-op Kirkwall, Kirkwall13 miles

GP surgery

Dounby Surgery4.4 miles

Pharmacy

Norsepharm Ltd4.4 miles

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 Station39 miles

Nearest bus stop

Road End0.9 miles

Typical drive times

Kirkwall33 min · 19 miles
Stromness32 min · 18 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

Within SEPA's mapped surface water extentMapped risk

Mapped within the area searched, not at the advertised map pin itself.

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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