Offers in region of
£35,000
Land for saleAird, Benbecula, Isle Of Benbecula HS7
- Freehold
Anderson Banks
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About this property
We are delighted to offer the opportunity to purchase this owner-occupied croft at Aird
on the Isle of Benbecula. The in-by area of the croft extends to some 2.66 Ha or thereby
which mainly comprises rough grazings which is easily accessible from the road. Included
in the sale is the tenancy of the common grazing share of 26 Aird (share).
The croft is in an enviable position, occupying one of the most elevated positions on the
island, with stunning panoramic views to North and South Uist, as well as out to the islands
in the Atlantic Ocean. Outline planning permission has been granted (24/00014/ppp) for
the erection of a dwelling house which could afford a superb opportunity to build a croft house
for which grants are sometimes available. Planning permission can be viewed by following this link
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Crofting is a system of landholding unique to the Highlands and Islands of Scotland which is
normally held on a tenancy. In this instance, the in-by land is owned and the grazings are tenanted.
When looking to tenant a croft, a person must obtain the approval of the Crofting Commission:
Whose aim is to promote the well-being of crofting communities. They will consider several points
when an application is received which include the specific needs and long-term interests of the
community, and the skills a new tenant will bring, suitability of the new tenant in terms of their
experience and plans for the croft. The suitability of the proposed tenant is of prime importance, and they will be asked to give plans for the working and stocking of the croft as well as previous
experience and skills which would be useful to the township. The Commission can refuse an
assignation if they feel the proposed tenant is not suitable.
Nearby is the village of Balivanich which offers several shops and restaurants, as well as a hospital, bank, post office, garage and the local primary school. It also has an airport with daily flights to
Glasgow. Liniclate secondary school is approximately 4 miles distant.
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