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Biggings, Harray, Orkney

Land size
37 acres
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1

Description

CLOSING DATE SET FOR OFFERS - 11AM, MONDAY 13TH JULY 2026
Biggings, Harray is a rare opportunity to acquire a traditional three-bedroom farmhouse set within approximately 37 acres of land, complete with a range of useful outbuildings. Occupying a truly picturesque setting, the site enjoys spectacular panoramic views across the Harray Loch towards the Hoy Hills and the iconic Ring of Brodgar, offering exceptional potential to create a stunning rural home.

KEY FEATURES

* 3 bedrooms
* Large kitchen
* Dual aspect living room with open fire
* Family room/dining room with open fire
* Bathroom
* Utility room
* 37 acres or thereby of Region 1 agricultural land
* Range of traditional steading buildings and Nissan hut
* Stunning peaceful location with direct access to the Harray Loch and views to the Hoy Hills and Ring of Brodgar
* Dounby Primary School and Stromness Academy catchment area

The farmhouse is set within an enclosed walled garden, enhanced by mature trees that provide character, shelter and privacy. Although the property now requires comprehensive renovation throughout, it presents an exciting opportunity for purchasers wishing to restore and reimagine a traditional Orcadian farmhouse to their own specification. The extensive landholding of 37 acres or thereby, together with the various outbuildings, offers considerable scope for agricultural, equestrian or lifestyle use, subject to any necessary consents.
One of the property's most appealing features is its direct access to the banks of the Harray Loch, renowned for its excellent trout fishing and outstanding natural beauty. The setting allows uninterrupted views across the Loch to the dramatic Hoy Hills and the internationally significant Ring of Brodgar, creating an exceptional backdrop throughout the seasons. The accommodation currently benefits from double-glazed timber-framed windows, a number of open fireplaces and electric storage heaters. While modernisation is required, Biggings offers immense potential to become a remarkable country residence in one of Orkney's most sought-after rural locations.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
B
Date Posted
2026-07-04

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 23 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (25+ acres).

This Property£9,459 / acre
Homes with Land Average (25+ acres) £13,060 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Superfast · available to 14% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Good NoneThree Good NoneVodafone Limited None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Stenness Community School1.9 miles
    Pupils
    26
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Firth Primary School3.3 miles
    Pupils
    76
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Dounby Community School3.8 miles
    Pupils
    133
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Stromness Primary School4.8 miles
    Pupils
    127
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Orphir Community School5.7 miles
    Pupils
    31
    Type
    Non-denominational

Secondary

  • Stromness Academy4.2 miles
    Pupils
    338
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Kirkwall Grammar School9.4 miles
    Pupils
    861
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Stronsay Junior High School22 miles
    Pupils
    16
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Westray Junior High School22 miles
    Pupils
    35
    Type
    Non-denominational
  • Sanday Community School27 miles
    Pupils
    25
    Type
    Non-denominational

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: planning activity, heritage and any flood history here are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Asda Dounby Express Petrol, Dounby4 miles
Co-op Stromness - Ferry Road, Stromness4.5 miles
Co-op Kirkwall, Kirkwall8.7 miles

GP surgery

Dounby Surgery3.9 miles

Pharmacy

Norsepharm Ltd4 miles

Walking trail

lochside viewpoint508 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Thurso Rail Station31 miles

Nearest bus stop

Standing Stones of Stenness1.2 miles

Typical drive times

Thurso2 hr 10 min · 61 miles
Kirkwall21 min · 12 miles
Stromness14 min · 7.5 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

SEPA open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. The map pin for this listing is approximate, so these readings describe the surrounding area. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

On SEPA's flood maps

Not at the pin: mapped about 160 metres away.

Surface water

Mapped risk

Not at the pin: mapped about 40 metres away.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

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