April 30th 2024.
A stunning Scottish island, complete with its own helipad, seven houses, a pub, and beautiful sandy beaches, is now up for sale. Sanda Island, located in Argyll and Bute just off the southern tip of the Kintyre peninsula, is on the market for offers over £2.5 million. This incredible island spans over 453.70 acres and boasts a high point of 23 meters above sea level.
The island features seven residential properties, with four situated at the northern end and three near the lighthouse at the southern end. The abundance of wildlife on Sanda is truly remarkable, with colonies of Puffin, Storm petrel, Razorbill, Manx shearwater, Kittiwake, Gulliemot, Great black-backed gull, Fulmar, Cormorant, Shag, and Black guilliemot. The lucky owner will also have breathtaking views of the Antrim Hills, stunning beaches on Carskiey, and the picturesque Isle of Arran.
The purchase of Sanda Island also includes ownership of both Sheep Island and Glunimore Island, located just north and northeast of Sanda. The island can accommodate up to 14 people at the northern end and an additional 12 people in the houses near the lighthouse. Most of the properties have been renovated by the current owners, ensuring a comfortable and modern living experience.
In addition, Sanda Island also boasts a small in-hand farm, currently home to 55 black-faced sheep. Access to the island is possible by boat on both ends and is equipped with two stone slipways. The main access point is through Campbeltown, a town that offers a wide range of services, including supermarkets, primary and secondary schooling, a leisure center with a swimming pool and cinema, and Scotland's oldest distillery, the famous Springbank.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the island provides endless opportunities. The internationally renowned Machrihanish golf course, overlooking Machrihanish Bay, is a must-visit destination. The Kintyre Way path, stretching from Southend to Tarbet in the north, covers 89 miles and offers stunning views of the peninsula. Campbeltown Airport also provides direct flights to Glasgow International up to five times a week.
During the summer months, a ferry operates between Campbeltown and Ardrossan, located southwest of Glasgow. The Kintyre Express, a fast boat service, also runs four days a week from April to October between Campbeltown and Ballycastle. For those interested in more news on home and garden, check out our latest issue of Scottish Field. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own your own piece of paradise on Sanda Island.
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