271 Achlyness, Rhiconich, Lairg, IV27

This purchase offers a rare opportunity to acquire a dwelling house and the tenancy of a croft in the hamlet of Achlyness which enjoys stunning uninterrupted views to Loch Inchard and Foinaven and Ben Stack mountains. The croft land extends to approximately 0.681 hectares (1.68 acres) along with a share in the Common Grazing.


This purchase offers a rare opportunity to acquire a dwelling house and the tenancy of a croft in the hamlet of Achlyness which enjoys stunning uninterrupted views to Loch Inchard and Foinaven and Ben Stack mountains.

The croft land extends to approximately 0.681 hectares (1.68 acres) along with a share in the Common Grazing. As the house site and garden ground form part of the Croft, it is not considered suitable for mortgage purposes.

The croft comprises of grazing land which is predominantly enclosed by post and wire fencing. Anyone interested in obtaining the croft tenancy will be required to be approved by the Crofting Commission. Interested parties should make enquiries through the Crofting Commission website and by contacting the Crofting Commission at Great Glen House, Leachkin Road, Inverness, IV3 8NW, telephone . The purchaser of the croft tenancy may be eligible for grant assistance under the appropriate applicable schemes at the time.

Situated approximately 4 miles from the fishing village of Kinlochbervie, the tenancy comprised the croft land, two outbuildings in a state of disrepair and a dwelling house which is in need of upgrading.

The property currently benefits from electric heating and comprises an entrance hall; kitchen with ample room for dining; lounge with open fire; shower room comprising a WC, wash hand basin and level access electric shower; on the upper floor are two double bedrooms and box room/study.

217 Achlyness represents an ideal home for someone looking for a rural lifestyle change in a stunning crofting community with nearby village facilities.

Facilities in the village of Kinlochbervie, mainly within walking distance, and include a small supermarket, Post Office, cafe, health centre, and hotel. Some supermarkets also provide a delivery service to the village. Both primary and secondary education are available to which bus transport is provided. The area is also known for its outstanding scenery, sandy beaches mountain ranges and is located on the increasingly popular North Coast 500 route. An excellent range of outdoor activities are available in the area including climbing, walking, fishing and water sports.

Inverness, the main business and commercial centres in the Highlands, is approximately 98 miles away and offers extensive shopping, leisure and entertainment along with excellent road, rail and air links to the South and beyond.