Plot of Land, Ramscraigs, Dunbeath, KW6
- Land size
- 2.64 acres
Description
Plot of Land for Sale, Ramscraig, Dunbeath, Approx. 2.64 Acres
An excellent opportunity to acquire a generous plot of land extending to approximately 2.64 acres, located in the peaceful rural setting of Ramscraig, near Dunbeath. Enjoying an elevated position with open surroundings, the site offers superb potential for those seeking to build in a tranquil Highland location.
The land was previously considered for development as two individual plots of approximately 1.12 acres and 1.52 acres respectively, each suitable for the construction of a detached dwelling. While outline planning permission has now lapsed, the site retains strong potential for future development, subject to the necessary consents being obtained.
Mains water and services are understood to be nearby, offering convenience for prospective development (interested parties should make their own enquiries with the relevant authorities).
This is an ideal purchase for self-builders, developers, or those looking to secure a substantial piece of land in a scenic and unspoilt part of Caithness. The nearby village of Dunbeath provides local amenities, while the surrounding countryside offers outstanding natural beauty and outdoor pursuits.
Key Features:
Approx. 2.64 acres of land
Previously outlined for two detached dwelling plots - planning reference - 16/00284/PIP
Attractive rural location near Dunbeath
Services nearby (subject to verification)
Excellent self-build or development opportunity
Peaceful Highland setting
Site inspection is highly recommended to fully appreciate the potential on offer.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-08-08
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 72 Building Plots listings in Scotland (1+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
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- Garden
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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
Gigabit full fibre · available to 88% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
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
- Dunbeath Primary School1.9 miles
- Pupils
- 30
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Lybster Primary School8.7 miles
- Pupils
- 64
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Helmsdale Primary School10 miles
- Pupils
- 46
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Thrumster Primary School17 miles
- Pupils
- 30
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Watten Primary School18 miles
- Pupils
- 37
- Type
- Non-denominational
Secondary
- Wick High School20 miles
- Pupils
- 735
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Thurso High School25 miles
- Pupils
- 753
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Golspie High School25 miles
- Pupils
- 264
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Dornoch Academy32 miles
- Pupils
- 217
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Farr High School35 miles
- Pupils
- 68
- 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
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Walking trail
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.
Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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. 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
Surface water
Not at the pin: mapped about 30 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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2. Verification required
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McEwan Fraser Legal, Inverness
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