3 bed detached bungalow for sale

Croftlands, Gairloch IV21

With a garden of 1.20 Acres this family home offer accommodation to include: Entrance Hall, Lounge, Kitchen/Family Room, Dining Room, Utility Room, Cloaks W/C, Three Double Bedrooms, Box Room and Family Bathroom W/C. To The Side a Static Caravan with Potential for Holiday Let subject licences.

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  Location Gairloch is a coastal village on the northwest Highlands of Scotland, in Wester Ross. It lies along the shores of Loch Gairloch and looks across to the Isle of Skye and the Outer Hebrides.
  
  
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  Early History The area has been inhabited for thousands of years, with evidence of prehistoric settlements, brochs, and standing stones. Its sheltered loch and fertile strips of land made it attractive for early communities.
  
  
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  Clan Mackenzie From the 15th century, Gairloch became strongly associated with the Mackenzies of Gairloch, a branch of the powerful Clan Mackenzie. They were granted lands in the area after conflicts with the MacLeods. The Mackenzies established their seat at Flowerdale House, which remains in the family today.
  
  
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  Fishing and Crofting Traditionally, Gairloch’s economy revolved around fishing, crofting, and small-scale farming. Herring fishing was especially important in the 19th century.
  
  
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  Tourism By the Victorian era, Gairloch was becoming known as a picturesque retreat. Today it continues to attract visitors for its landscapes, wildlife, and cultural heritage.
  
  

Activities in and around Gairloch
Outdoor & Nature

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  Walking & Hiking Numerous trails including coastal walks, hill climbs (such as Slioch nearby), and paths through Flowerdale Glen
  
  
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  Beaches Big Sand and Redpoint beaches are particularly beautiful, with golden sands and views towards Skye and the Hebrides.
  
  
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  Wildlife Watching Boat trips from Gairloch harbour offer the chance to see dolphins, whales, and seabirds. Red deer and golden eagles are also spotted in the area.
  
  
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  Gardens The famous Inverewe Garden at Poolewe, just a short drive away, is a subtropical botanical garden nurtured by the Gulf Stream.
  
  

Culture & History

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  Gairloch Museum An award-winning museum housed in a converted nuclear bunker, showcasing local history, the fishing industry, the Highland Clearances, and the story of the Mackenzies.
  
  
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  Heritage Sites Visit old churches, ruined crofts, and historic clan lands
  
  

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  Golf Gairloch Golf Club offers a scenic 9-hole course with stunning coastal views.
  
  
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  Kayaking & Canoeing Loch Gairloch is ideal for sea kayaking with sheltered waters and hidden coves.
  
  
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  Stargazing The area is part of a Dark Sky region, making it excellent for astronomy.
  
  

Gairloch combines Highland history with outdoor adventure and tranquil scenery. It’s a place where you can connect with Scotland’s past while enjoying nature at its most dramatic.

EPC band: E

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