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Auction£14,000Braveheart Auctions Limited, Edinburgh

Shalloch Gateway, Garve, Highland, IV23

Land size
1 acres

Key Features

  • Outstanding opportunity to acquire approximately ONE ACRE of Highland land.
  • Stunning setting beside Glascarnoch Dam and close to Loch Glascarnoch.
  • Ideal for buyers seeking a private recreational retreat surrounded by nature.
  • Scope to explore camping, glamping or small structures, subject to necessary consents.
  • Close to the North Coast 500, with access to spectacular Highland landscapes.
  • Approximately 20 miles from Ullapool and 35 miles from Inverness.
  • Seller imposes no restrictions on camping, glamping or small structures, subject to planning and other required consents
  • Bid now! To avoid missing out

Description

Massive 1 Acre Site in stunning location.

An exceptional opportunity to acquire approximately one acre of land in a spectacular Highland setting close the the famed North Coast 500 tourist route.

Situated in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, this attractive plot enjoys a wonderful position beside the impressive 500-metre-long Glascarnoch Dam, a celebrated local landmark that helps create and maintain the 7km-long Loch Glascarnoch reservoir.

Surrounded by the rugged beauty and tranquillity of the Highlands, this is an opportunity to own a slice of Scotland in a location renowned for its stunning scenery, wildlife and outdoor pursuits.

Loch Glascarnoch is well known for its fishing, with its waters home to brown trout and hardy pike. Fishing can be enjoyed from the banks or by boat, offering wonderful opportunities to embrace the outdoors and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Whether you are passionate about fishing, enjoy escaping to nature or are looking for a unique location for a private outdoor retreat, this plot offers a distinctive setting with plenty of lifestyle appeal.

Please note that the land is offered without planning permission, and the construction of a house will not be permitted on this land. However, the seller will place no restrictions on the use of the land for small structures, camping, glamping or lifestyle purposes, making it an appealing prospect for those seeking a recreational escape in an outstanding Highland location.

Small-scale developments, such as chalets or pods, may be possible, subject to obtaining the necessary planning permission and any other required consents. No guarantees or assurances regarding development potential or the granting of planning permission are made by Braveheart Auctions.

Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries with the relevant planning authority regarding any proposed use or development.

Conveniently Located in the Scottish Highlands

Despite its peaceful and scenic setting, the plot is within reach of several established Highland towns and amenities:
Approximately 20 miles from Ullapool - a picturesque coastal town and gateway to the Summer Isles.
Approximately 23 miles from Dingwall - offering a range of shops, services and local amenities.
Approximately 35 miles from Inverness - the Highland capital, providing wider shopping, transport and leisure facilities.

Combining a spectacular waterside setting, renowned local fishing and the freedom to enjoy a range of outdoor and lifestyle uses, this approximately one-acre plot presents an exciting opportunity for buyers seeking something a little different.

Whether you envisage a private camping retreat, a glamping escape or simply a place to enjoy the natural beauty of the Highlands, this is a location that offers a genuine sense of tranquillity and escape.

A unique Highland plot beside the iconic Glascarnoch Dam and Loch Glascarnoch - an opportunity to make the most of Scotland's great outdoors.

This lot will be sold under auction terms and conditions by Braveheart Auctions.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
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Date Posted
2026-10-19

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 18 Cheap Land listings in Scotland (1+ acres).

This Property£14,000 / acre
Cheap Land Average (1+ acres) £11,081 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Heating
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Broadband
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Sewerage
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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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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

2 Mbps

Under 10 Mbps here

Suitable for

  • Basic browsing & email

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good LimitedO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Limited

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

  • Ullapool Primary School12 miles
    Pupils
    129
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Strathconon Primary School15 miles
    Pupils
    6
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Strathgarve Primary School15 miles
    Pupils
    8
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Scoraig School17 miles
    Pupils
    6
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Strathpeffer Primary School21 miles
    Pupils
    142
    Type
    Non-denominational

Secondary

  • Ullapool High School11 miles
    Pupils
    173
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Dingwall Academy24 miles
    Pupils
    1,062
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Gairloch High School25 miles
    Pupils
    89
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Alness Academy29 miles
    Pupils
    505
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Invergordon Academy32 miles
    Pupils
    343
    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

Tesco Ullapool Superstore, Ullapool11 miles
Morrisons Daily Strathpeffer The Square, Strathpeffer21 miles
Co-op Dingwall, Dingwall24 miles

GP surgery

Ullapool Health Centre12 miles

Pharmacy

Boots The Chemists Ltd11 miles

Walking trail

Corrieshalloch Gorge601 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

Achanalt Rail Station11 miles

Nearest bus stop

Junction98 metres

Typical drive times

Alness1 hr 1 min · 44 miles
Dingwall45 min · 33 miles
Fortrose1 hr 3 min · 46 miles
Inverness (city)1 hr · 44 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. The map pin for this listing is approximate, so these readings describe the surrounding area. 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

On SEPA's flood maps

Not at the pin: mapped about 30 metres away.

Surface water

Mapped risk

Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.

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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