Achaleven Primary School, Connel, Oban, PA37 1PH

**FOR SALE BY LIVE STREAMED ONLINE AUCTION 4TH DECEMBER 2025**

The property comprises a former primary school set within an attractive late Nineteenth Century detached part 2-storey and part single storey building formed in stone and slate with more recent projections to the rear.

There are additional buildings set within the playground area including the former school kitchen/dining room and a store.

Internal accommodation provides typical school accommodation including classrooms, office space, meeting rooms in addition to w.c. and kitchen facilities and ancillary space spread across two floors.

The property comprises the former school and associated playground areas, as shown outlined in red on the indicative plan appended. The site also includes land situated on the north side of the boundary wall. Prospective purchasers should refer to the legal pack for full details regarding the extent of the Title.

The site extends to approximately 0.49 acres (0.20 hectares) in total.

Guide Price £185,000

Location

Oban, situated on Scotland's west coast, is a major transport and commercial hub, serving as the main ferry terminal to the Hebrides and Western Isles. The town is well connected via the A85 and A82 to Glasgow (99 miles) and by the A816 to Lochgilphead (37 miles). Known as the "Gateway to the Isles", Oban benefits from a strong tourism sector, alongside established retail, education, healthcare and leisure facilities.

The subject property is located in Connel, a village five miles north-east of Oban, just off the main A85 road. Connel is known for its scenic coastal setting with views over Loch Etive and the Connel Bridge, which provides easy access to the north side of the loch. Oban Airport at North Connel provides a vital transport hub offering flights to the islands of Coll, Colonsay, Islay and Tiree making it a key gateway for tourism and island life.

The village benefits from a railway station on the scenic West Highland Line, offering regular services between Oban and Glasgow, and convenient connections along the west coast route. Local amenities include the Oyster Inn, The Falls of Lora Hotel, Connel Pharmacy and convenience stores. Its proximity to Oban ensures excellent access to wider services and transport links.