Strome House Site & Private Bay, Lochcarron, Highland

Location
The woodland occupies an exceptionally scenic position on the northern shore of Loch Carron in the burgh of Ross and Cromarty. The charming village of Lochcarron lies just 1.5 miles to the east, offering a range of local amenities including shop, restaurant, café, and a
welcoming hotel. At the head of the loch, around 4 miles further north, is the village of Strathcarron, which benefits from a railway station providing convenient access to the wider Highlands and beyond. Inverness Airport lies approximately 65 miles to the east, while Fort William is around 86 miles to the south, both offering excellent transport links.

The property is identified on the location and sale plans contained within these particulars. The entrance to the cabin is situated at Grid Reference NG 879 373, with a What3Words code of backpack.blunt.reverses and a nearest postcode of IV54 8YH.

Access
Access to the property is taken directly from the public road (U4895), leading to a private entrance gate marked A1 on the sale plan. From here, a well-defined track leads to the offgrid cabin. The access track can easily be continued to facilitate access to the new house site.
By boat, the property can also be accessed via Loch Carron, with a private mooring located just off the bay.

Description
This rare and highly attractive property comprises mixed woodland, providing a peaceful and natural setting for both the existing off-grid cabin and a new house site. The woodland offers excellent privacy, shelter, and a rich variety of native flora and fauna, creating a truly tranquil retreat.

The off-grid cabin measures approximately 40ft x 12ft and is thoughtfully laid out to include two bedrooms, a kitchen, a bathroom, and a living area. Powered by a diesel generator and benefiting from a private water supply, it offers comfort and self-sufficiency in a remote, serene setting.

A scenic path winds from the cabin through the woodland to a stunning private stone bay, ideal for watersports or boat mooring. The current owners have enjoyed the property as a holiday and leisure retreat, with activities including kayaking, canoeing, sailing, and paddleboarding on the calm, sheltered waters of Loch Carron. The property’s private mooring provides direct access to the loch, offering excellent opportunities for sailing or powerboating, with easy exploration of Plockton, Applecross, Skye, and beyond.

The property also benefits from approved planning permission to construct a four-bedroom home with stunning views over the loch, offering the potential to create a remarkable Highland residence or the ultimate holiday home. Further details can be found on the following page.

Approved Planning Permission – 4 Bedroom House
Planning permission, granted in 2014, allows for the construction of an attractive four-bedroom dwelling with commanding views across Loch Carron. The site has already been cleared and prepared for development, with a septic tank installed, providing a strong foundation for future construction. Full details of the planning consent can be found on the Highland Council website on this link:


Sporting Rights
Sporting rights are included in the sale.

Boundaries
The property is party bounded by a fence and is unfenced in places.

Mineral Rights
Mineral rights are included so far as the seller has right thereto.

Wayleaves & Third-Party Rights
The property will be sold with the benefit of, and subject to, all existing rights and burdens with the Titles.

Designations
We are not aware of designations impacting the property. Interested parties should carry out their own searches.