Glac Na Beiste, Tobermory, PA75

The opportunity to acquire an area of grass and woodland extending to approximately 51.89 acres (21.00ha) close to the vibrant coastal town of Tobermory on the popular Isle of Mull.

Glaic Na Beiste extends to approximately 51.89 acres (21.00 ha) and comprises 4 defined compartments of grassland with some areas of mixed native woodland, scrub, and natural regeneration.

Area 1
Approximately 35.80 acres (14.49 ha) of grassland. This land is registered for IACS for agricultural subsidies with 33.98 acres (13.75 ha) being eligible for Basic Payment.

Area 2
Approximately 6.75 acres (2.73 ha) of mixed native woodland/scrub. This land is registered on IACS but is not eligible for Basic Payment.

Area 3
Approximately 6.10 acres (2.47 ha) of unimproved grassland/scrub and woodland which encloses Scheduled Ancient Monument. This land is registered on IACS but is not eligible for Basic Payment.

Area 4
Approximately 3.24 acres (1.31 ha). This land is not registered on IACS.

Glac Na Beiste is located within a Rural Opportunity Area designated in the current Local Development Plan. The appropriate nature and scale of any development would however only be assessed by the Council through the submission and determination of a planning application.

Fencing
Boundary and internal fences are stockproof and in reasonable condition. The northern boundary of the site does not appear to be fenced.

Clawback Clause
In the event that a purchaser or any successor in the title, obtains planning permission for residential or industrial development on the subjects within 15 years from the date of sale, they shall be liable to pay Forestry and Land Scotland 50% of any uplift in the land's value resulting from such consent. Agricultural and forestry activities may be exempt.

It is anticipated that a closing date will be fixed in due course and we would advise prospective purchasers to register their interest with Bell Ingram LLP through a solicitor.

Glac Na Beiste is situated close to the centre of the vibrant harbour town of Tobermory, within walking distance of local amenities. The town is a popular tourist destination and provides an excellent range of dining and shopping opportunities as well as offering primary and secondary schooling, a medical centre, churches, a golf course and a distillery.

The Isle of Mull is the second largest island within the Inner Hebrides. The island is accessed via a regular car ferry service from Oban to Craignure. Services from Lochaline and Kilchoan on the Morvern and Ardnamurchan peninsulas respectively are also available. There is a small airstrip at Glenforsa suitable for private aircraft and a main line train service operating several times daily between Glasgow and Oban - some connecting directly with the ferries.

Mull boasts an extraordinary and diverse range of scenery, wildlife and leisure activities which brings large numbers of visitors throughout the year. The island also hosts a number of music and arts festivals plus the annual Tour of Mull car rally. In the sea surrounding Mull there are various trips provided to local puffin and seal colonies and to Iona, as well as the island of Staffa where many tourists visit Fingal’s Cave.

Mains water is located at the southern boundary. Unenclosed watercourses provide water for grazing animals.

From Oban, take the Calmac ferry to the Isle of Mull, arriving in Craignure. Upon leaving the ferry, turn right and follow the road for approximately 21 miles to Tobermory. At the roundabout, stay left, crossing the bridge over the river and following the road to the left on the B8073.

Continue on this road for before following the sign for Dervaig. The land is approximately 450 meters