4 bed bungalow for sale

At Tower View, Tain IV20

Set in a stunning rural location, this newly built bungalow offers accommodation to inc: Entrance Hall, Lounge, Family Kitchen, utility Lobby, Four Bedrooms Master being En-Suite and Family Bathroom. Garage with Workshop Space. Raised Decking. Large garden. 10 Solar Panels and Air Source Heat Pump.

Set within the beautiful landscape of Easter Ross, Fearn and the historic Royal Burgh of Tain offer an appealing combination of countryside, coastal scenery, history and community. This attractive part of the Highlands is particularly well placed for those seeking a rural lifestyle while retaining convenient access to a good range of shops, services and transport links.

Fearn is a small rural community situated on the Tarbat Peninsula, surrounded by rolling farmland and enjoying a peaceful setting close to the Dornoch Firth and the North Sea coast. The wider area is renowned for its open Highland landscapes, spectacular views and rich agricultural heritage, with the nearby villages of Balintore, Hilton and Shandwick providing access to the dramatic coastline of the Moray Firth.

The area has a fascinating history stretching back many centuries. Fearn Abbey, founded in the 13th century and later rebuilt on its present site, is one of the area's most significant historic landmarks. The Abbey has strong connections with the medieval history of Ross and remains an important reminder of the area's ecclesiastical past.

A particularly significant part of Fearn's more recent history is Fearn Airfield, which played an important role during the Second World War. Established as an RAF station in the early 1940s, the airfield formed part of Britain's wartime coastal defence network. Known as RAF Fearn, it was used for training and operational purposes, including by aircraft involved in maritime patrol and anti-submarine duties. Its location close to the Moray Firth made it strategically important during the war, when the waters around the northern Scottish coast were vital to Britain's naval and merchant shipping routes.

Although much of the former airfield has returned to agricultural use, the remains and layout of the wartime station provide a fascinating link with the area's 20th-century military heritage. For those interested in aviation and military history, the former RAF Fearn site forms an important chapter in the story of Easter Ross during the Second World War.

Just a short distance away lies Tain, one of Scotland's oldest and most historic Royal Burghs. With origins dating back many centuries, Tain was granted its Royal Burgh status in the 11th century and subsequently developed as an important centre for trade and commerce in the north. The town retains much of its historic character, with attractive traditional buildings, historic streets and important landmarks including Tain Through Time, which explores the fascinating history of the town and surrounding area.

Tain provides an excellent range of everyday amenities, including independent shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, professional services, schools and community facilities. The town also benefits from a railway station, providing rail connections north towards Wick and south towards Inverness and beyond.

The surrounding area offers an exceptional choice of outdoor pursuits. The coastline, beaches and countryside provide opportunities for walking, cycling, fishing, wildlife watching and watersports, while golfers are particularly well catered for with Royal Dornoch Golf Club located nearby. The famous Dornoch Firth provides a spectacular setting and is one of the defining features of the wider landscape.

For commuters and those requiring access to larger centres, Inverness is approximately 40 miles away and provides extensive shopping, business, educational and cultural facilities, together with Inverness Airport offering domestic and international connections. The A9 provides excellent road access south towards Inverness and north towards the far north of Scotland.

Fearn and Tain therefore offer a wonderful blend of Highland history, rural tranquillity, coastal scenery and everyday convenience. From the ancient heritage of Fearn Abbey and the historic Royal Burgh of Tain to the fascinating legacy of RAF Fearn and the beautiful landscapes of the Tarbat Peninsula, this is an area with a distinctive character and a strong sense of place.

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