Key Features
Approximately 13.7-acre crofting estate with panoramic views over Loch Ness
Rare Highland holding in a world-renowned tourist destination
Two adjoining crofts with a diverse range of accommodation
Outstanding lifestyle, tourism and investment opportunity
Available as a whole or in two separate lots
Sale includes six chalets and five static caravans
Extensive decrofted areas with significant development potential
Potential for glamping pods, lodges or bespoke homes (STC)
Planning permission granted for a barn at Loch Ness View Croft
Ideal for tourism, self-catering, hospitality or lifestyle use
Highlight
A rare opportunity to own a stunning 13.7-acre Highland crofting estate with breathtaking views over Loch Ness. Featuring six chalets, five static caravans, extensive decrofted land, and planning permission for a barn, this exceptional property offers outstanding potential for tourism, self-catering, glamping, hospitality, or a unique lifestyle business. Available as a whole or in two separate lots, with exciting future development opportunities (STC).
Description
Occupying a spectacular elevated position with commanding panoramic views over Loch Ness, this exceptional and rarely available offering comprises two adjoining crofts, presenting a unique lifestyle, residential and commercial opportunity.
Loch Ness View, to the north, features an attractive one-bedroom chalet together with planning permission for a barn, while Westfield Croft, to the south, comprises five chalets of varying sizes and styles together with five static caravans.
The crofts enjoy direct access from the A82, the principal route through the Highlands connecting the Central Belt via Glencoe and Fort William, and occupy an enviable position overlooking one of Scotland's most celebrated landscapes.
Several decrofted areas offer significant scope for additional accommodation, a bespoke home, or further visitor facilities, subject to the necessary consents.
Whether seeking to create a remarkable Highland home, establish or expand a hospitality business, develop a distinctive visitor destination, or secure a substantial Highland landholding with outstanding future potential, this versatile offering presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Scotland's most spectacular settings.
The crofts are available for sale either as a whole or in separate lots.
Location
Enjoying an elevated position overlooking the iconic Loch Ness, the Crofts benefit from one of the Highlands' most sought-after and picturesque settings.
The area attracts visitors from around the world throughout the year, renowned for its spectacular scenery, outdoor pursuits and the legendary Loch Ness. Nearby villages provide a range of everyday amenities, while the Highland capital of Inverness is within easy reach, offering excellent shopping, transport links and Inverness Airport.
Combining breathtaking natural surroundings with convenient access to local services, this is an exceptional location for a private residence, holiday accommodation or tourism-based enterprise.
Accommodation
The Property
WESTFIELD CROFT
Extending to approximately 6.8 acres, Westfield Croft presents an outstanding opportunity, offering a diverse range of existing accommodation together with significant potential for future development.
The property currently includes four Nessie View chalets, Burn Cabin and three habitable static caravans. A further two static caravans are presently used for storage.
The varied accommodation, combined with the substantial landholding, provides excellent scope for expansion, redevelopment or diversification, subject to obtaining all necessary planning and statutory consents.
Concept plans have been prepared for a chalet manager’s house and eight glamping pods, illustrating the site’s potential for further tourism-related or residential development. Pre-application planning discussions have commenced in relation to the proposed manager’s house and glamping pods under reference 20/00089/PREAPP. More details are available to interested parties.
Electricity and mains water runs through the site, but not all chalets and statics are not connected.
1 Nessie View
Extending to approximately 145m² and set within around 0.12 acres of decrofted land, 1 Nessie View Chalet is currently used as the owners' accommodation and offers spacious, well-presented living.
The accommodation comprises two generous double bedrooms, a spacious lounge with a wood burning stove and doors opening onto a decked seating area, a well-appointed dining kitchen with an LPG range cooker, a stylish bathroom with a freestanding slipper bath, together with a utility room, larder and entrance vestibule.
The chalet has benefited from two architect-supervised extensions and is connected to a 26–28 person septic tank, providing capacity for future development on site. Oil fired central heating is installed.
Please note that a Completion Certificate is required for the extensions.
2 Nessie View
A two-bedroom chalet offering excellent upgrading potential, with the flexibility to be used as either a permanent residence or holiday accommodation. The accommodation comprises an open-plan kitchen, lounge and dining area, two well-proportioned bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate utility room.
Set within approximately 0.27 acres of decrofted land, the chalet benefits from a shared 26–28 person septic tank with Nessie View Chalet 3, providing additional capacity that could support future development, subject to the necessary consents.
The property has the appropriate permissions for both permanent residential occupation and holiday letting, offering an excellent opportunity for homeowners, investors or those seeking a lifestyle business.
3 Nessie View
A spacious two-bedroom chalet presenting excellent scope for renovation and modernisation, the accommodation comprises an open-plan kitchen, lounge and dining area, two well-proportioned bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate utility room.
Set within approximately 0.27 acres of decrofted land, the chalet shares a 26–28 person septic tank with 2 Nessie View Chalet, providing capacity for future development on site. Some upgrading is required.
The property has the appropriate permissions for both permanent residential occupation and holiday letting, offering an excellent opportunity for homeowners, investors or those seeking a lifestyle business.
4 NessieView
A modular building which extends to approximately 55m², 4 Nessie View is a comfortable two-bedroom chalet enjoying spectacular panoramic views over Loch Ness. The accommodation features a spacious lounge with double-aspect picture windows, a multi fuel stove, a well-equipped kitchen, and a large dining area with bay window. Completing the property are two comfortable bedrooms and a family bathroom fitted with a corner bath. The chalet benefits from LPG central heating.
Burn Cabin
Burn Cabin extends to approximately 36m² and is a charming one-bedroom cabin with unparalleled unique views offering excellent refurbishment potential. The accommodation compris
Terms
Reason For Sale
The crofts are offered for sale due to the owner's desire to pursue new interests.
Rates / Council Tax
No Business Rates are payable in respect of the crofts. Council Tax is payable on the following residential properties:
1 NessieView – Council Tax Band A
2 NessieView – Council Tax Band A
Finance and Legal Services
ASG Commercial Ltd is in touch with a variety of different lenders who can provide specialist finance. We will be delighted to discuss your financing requirements with you and make an appropriate introduction where appropriate. We also have many contacts in the legal profession who can assist in all legal matters arising.
Specification
Across both crofts, services comprise of a mains electricity, and drainage via septic tanks. Water supplies may need to be established in some areas of the crofts.