FOR SALE BY ONLINE AUCTION ON WEDNESDAY 17TH OF SEPTEMBER 2025 AT 9AM. - ***A RARE OPPORTUNITY IN A SOUGHT AFTER ORKNEY LOCATION***Idyllic plot of land with sea view located on picturesque Orkney Island. Circa 201.48sqm. Incredible opportunity for use as a camping/caravan site or for a self-build holiday cottage (STP).
***An excellent opportunity to secure a compact and well-situated plot in the scenic parish of Balfour, Orkney. Measuring approximately 201.48 square metres, this freehold site offers the perfect setting for a bespoke build, holiday retreat, or investment project (subject to the necessary consents).***
***Nestled within the peaceful hamlet of Swartiquoy, the plot benefits from an enviable location — surrounded by open countryside while remaining within easy reach of local amenities and transport links to Kirkwall and the wider Orkney Islands.***
***KEY FEATURES***
- Size: 201.48 m² (approx. 0.05 acres)
- Quiet rural location with charming views
- Close to ferry connections and local services
- Ideal for a small home, eco-build, or holiday let (subject to planning)
***Whether you’re seeking a tranquil base to enjoy Orkney’s natural beauty, a development opportunity in a growing tourism market, or a personal project in one of Scotland’s most captivating island communities, this plot offers outstanding potential.***
• Current Orkney tent pitching fees are roughly £15-£30 per night. The land is nearby the Lairo water, which is a wetland renowned for a wide variety of bird species, and would be the ideal spot for bird watchers and ornithology enthusiasts.
• Shapinsay is one of the Orkney Islands, found of the north-west coast of Scotland, and the main settlement of Balfour has a regular ferry service from Kirkwall, Orkney's largest town.
• Orkney has often been voted the best place to live in the UK, and has won the title of Best Place to Live in Scotland for the last 8 years. This is mainly due to its stunning landscapes, low crime rates and quiet island life. Orkney is also a popular tourist destination, to both mainland Scots and international travellers alike.
• With the increase in popularity of the staycation type holiday brought about by the pandemic, now is the perfect time to set up your own holiday getaway.
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Plot of Land Circa 201.48sqm
Located on the Beautiful Shapinsay Island in Orkney
Perfect Location for Holiday Cottage or Caravan Site
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