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Forres, Moray, IV36

Key Features

  • EPC Band - Exempt
  • Council Tax Band - Exempt
  • Elevated plot on the outskirts of Forres
  • Timber-built tack room
  • Open-plan space
  • Store room with en-suite shower room
  • Generous plot with lawn, woodland features and parking
  • Not suitable for standard mortgage lending

Description

An elevated plot on the outskirts of the highly sought-after Moray town of Forres with a timber-built tack room, presents a rare opportunity for those seeking a retreat or investment potential.

The tack room enjoys a bright and airy open-plan space with kitchen facilities, enhanced by dual-aspect windows that maximise natural light and take full advantage of its surroundings. Completed by a well-proportioned store room featuring an en-suite shower room and a useful built-in storage cupboard.

Set within approximately 564sqm of grounds, the plot combines lawn and woodland features, offering ample outdoor space along with parking.

The tack room is constructed from high-quality spruce wood sourced from Bulgaria, the chalet was erected around three years ago and extends to approximately 55sqm. The property benefits from mains water, electricity, double glazing, solid wood doors, and insulation to the roof and flooring. The roof is finished with durable Permaroof box profile metal sheeting.

Enjoying a convenient setting just a short distance from Forres town centre, where a wide range of amenities, shops, schools and transport links can be found. The surrounding area is renowned for its natural beauty, with easy access to woodlands, coastal walks and outdoor pursuits.

Planning and completion documentation can be found via the Moray Council website, REF: 20/01437/APP. Further re-development or change in use would require further local authority permission.

Please note: The property is not considered suitable for standard mortgage lending and is therefore expected to appeal primarily to cash purchasers. All information relating to the land, including its boundaries, area, existing structures, services, planning status and permitted use, has been provided by the seller. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of all information supplied and instruct their solicitor to undertake all necessary enquiries and verification prior to concluding missives. No representation or warranty is given regarding the suitability of the land or any existing structures for a particular purpose, or the availability of planning permission for any proposed use or development.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

ELG240200/2

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
TBC
Date Posted
2026-10-14

Utilities & Restrictions

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
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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

Suitable for

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

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Good LimitedThree Good LimitedVodafone Good None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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

  • Pilmuir Primary School0.9 miles
    Pupils
    124
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Applegrove Primary School1.1 miles
    Pupils
    278
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Anderson's Primary School1.3 miles
    Pupils
    259
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Dyke Primary School2.9 miles
    Pupils
    72
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Kinloss Primary School3.8 miles
    Pupils
    221
    Type
    Non-denominational

Secondary

  • Forres Academy0.8 miles
    Pupils
    821
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Nairn Academy9.8 miles
    Pupils
    679
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Elgin High School11 miles
    Pupils
    842
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Elgin Academy12 miles
    Pupils
    1,069
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Lossiemouth High School15 miles
    Pupils
    658
    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 Forres - Grantown Road, Forres541 metres
Morrisons Daily Forres Fleurs Place, Forres0.8 miles
Spar - Forres, Forres1.1 miles

GP surgery

Varis Medical Practice0.8 miles

Pharmacy

Boots Uk Ltd1.2 miles

Green space

Play Space394 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

Forres Rail Station1.3 miles

Nearest bus stop

Distillery Cottages430 metres

Typical drive times

Elgin22 min · 14 miles
Nairn18 min · 11 miles
Forres5 min · 1.6 miles
Burghead19 min · 11 miles
Inverness (city)43 min · 28 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

SEPA open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Not on SEPA's flood maps

Surface water

Not mapped

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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