North Howar, Sanday, Orkney
- Land size
- 8.4 acres
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
Description
North Howar is a two-bedroom property set within approximately 8.4 acres of land, enjoying a peaceful rural position and beautiful sea views.
The property benefits from oil heating, UPVC double glazing and external insulation, but is in need of renovation throughout. A number of outbuildings, in varying states of repair, are also included.
Offering considerable potential, North Howar would make an excellent project for those looking to create a home in a tranquil island setting, with the added benefit of extensive land and lovely coastal views.
KEY FEATURES
* Oil heating
* UPVC double glazed
* Set within 8.4 acres of land
* External insulation
* In need of renovation throughout
* Outbuildings in various states of repair
* Beautiful sea views
The extensive grounds extend to approximately 8.4 acres, offering a variety of possibilities for those seeking additional land for grazing, equestrian use, smallholding purposes or simply to enjoy the space and privacy associated with island living. There are also a number of outbuildings, currently in varying states of repair, which may provide useful storage or potential for future improvement, subject to any necessary consents.
With its attractive rural setting, far-reaching sea views and substantial acreage, North Howar represents an excellent opportunity for purchasers seeking a property with scope to create a comfortable island home while making the most of the surrounding land.
The property requires renovation throughout and will appeal particularly to those looking for a project with significant potential.
EXTRAS
Floor coverings are included in the sale price.
LOCATION
Sanday is one of Orkney's beautiful North Isles, renowned for its stunning beaches, open countryside and spectacular coastline. The island has a welcoming community and a range of local amenities, including a school, shop, cafés and community facilities.
With regular ferry and air services connecting Sanday with Mainland Orkney, the island offers a peaceful rural lifestyle while retaining links to the wider amenities and services of Kirkwall.
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Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- A
- Date Posted
- 2026-10-15
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 66 Farms & Smallholdings listings in Scotland (5+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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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
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- 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 89% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
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
- Sanday Community School3.6 miles
- Pupils
- 29
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Eday Primary School5.3 miles
- Pupils
- 10
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stronsay Junior High School7.3 miles
- Pupils
- 21
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Papa Westray Community School12 miles
- Pupils
- 7
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Rousay Primary School12 miles
- Pupils
- 13
- Type
- Non-denominational
Secondary
- Sanday Community School3.6 miles
- Pupils
- 25
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stronsay Junior High School7.3 miles
- Pupils
- 16
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Westray Junior High School13 miles
- Pupils
- 35
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Kirkwall Grammar School19 miles
- Pupils
- 861
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stromness Academy28 miles
- Pupils
- 338
- 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
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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
Surface water
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.
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