Potential development land, Berstane Loan, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15
- Land size
- 6.1 acres
Key Features
- STUNNING VIEWS ACROSS KIRKWALL AND SURROUNDING AREAS
- RARE PLOT OF LAND FOR SALE IN PRIME LOCATION
- PERFECT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
- DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
- CLOSE TO LOCAL AMENITIES
- VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
- APPROX 6.1 ACRES
Description
Discover an unparalleled opportunity to own a truly exceptional plot of land on Berstane Loan. Nestled in one of the most desirable areas, this rare offering spans approximately 6.1 acres, boasting gorgeous, uninterrupted views of Kirkwall and the surrounding landscapes. Imagine waking up every morning to panoramic vistas that capture the essence of Orkney’s natural beauty.
This prime plot is not just a piece of land—it's a canvas for your dreams. With 6.1 acres at your disposal, the possibilities are endless with the correct permissions in place. Whether you envision building a bespoke home that maximizes the stunning scenery or are seeking a valuable investment in an area where land of this quality is seldom available, this plot is your chance to secure something truly special.
Positioned perfectly to offer both privacy and accessibility, this land combines the tranquillity of rural living with the convenience of nearby amenities in Kirkwall. With ample space to create your ideal setting, the possibilities are endless. Picture a home where large windows frame the breath-taking views, or a lush garden that takes full advantage of the peaceful surroundings.
This plot on Berstane Loan is more than just a location—it’s an opportunity to embrace a lifestyle marked by natural beauty, serenity, and the prestige of owning land in a prime spot. This is your chance to make a significant investment in a piece of Orkney's most coveted real estate. Don’t miss out on the rare chance to own a plot of this caliber, where every detail works together to offer a life of unparalleled quality and charm.
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Offers To - K Allan Properties
Watergate
Kirkwall
KW15 1PD
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Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-01-29
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 41 Bare & Undeveloped Land 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
51 Mbps
Superfast
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
Mobile signal
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
- Papdale Primary School0.8 miles
- Pupils
- 422
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Glaitness School1.3 miles
- Pupils
- 210
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Shapinsay Community School4.6 miles
- Pupils
- 16
- Type
- Non-denominational
- St Andrew's Primary School5 miles
- Pupils
- 162
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Firth Primary School6.7 miles
- Pupils
- 76
- Type
- Non-denominational
Secondary
- Kirkwall Grammar School992 metres
- Pupils
- 861
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stromness Academy12 miles
- Pupils
- 338
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stronsay Junior High School16 miles
- Pupils
- 16
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Sanday Community School23 miles
- Pupils
- 25
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Westray Junior High School24 miles
- Pupils
- 35
- 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
Green space
Walking trail
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
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
Surface water
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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Watergate House Watergate, St. Ola, Orkney, KW15 1PD
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