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"ELEVATED BUILDING PLOT

The sale of Plot 1 at 14 Cleadale, offers a rare and exciting opportunity to purchase a prime, elevated building plot on the beautiful Isle of Eigg. Situated in the desirable township of Cleadale, a short walk from Laig Bay and the famous Singing Sands, the plot enjoys views towards the Isle of Rum and Outer Hebrides. Extending to around a third of an acre, the plot benefits from Full Planning Permission for the erection of a detached, energy efficient, architect designed house.

Location

The plot is located in Cleadale, around 4.5 miles from the main pier. The Island of Eigg, known as the jewel in the Hebridean crown for its outstanding beauty, is one of the small Isles comprising Eigg, Muck, Rum and Canna, and is the closest to the mainland of Scotland.

The island was bought in 1997 by the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trust, a partnership between the residents of Eigg, the Highland Council, and the Scottish Wildlife Trust at the time. It has an active community and is served by both a seasonal ferry from Arisaig, and a new regular car ferry from Mallaig. Facilities have been added near the Pier and comprise a tearoom community hall, craft shop, and well stocked general store. The island also benefits from a doctor s surgery, nursery & primary school and council day care centre. The island itself, with its distinctive Sgurr Ridge, is dotted with sandy beaches and is a haven for wildlife, while the surrounding waters harbour seals, porpoises and dolphins.

Planning Permission

Full Planning Permission was granted on 19th March 2025 Ref. 24 004931 FUL for the erection of a 3 bedroom house. Detailed plans and drawings for the design of the house by HebHomes architects are available. These comprise a 1.5 storey, larch clad longhouse design, with open plan kitchen diner and large windows to take advantage of the spectacular sea views.

Services

It will be the purchaser s responsibility to connect to the services. Electricity is located close by, with water being private, and drainage to a septic tank to be installed by the successful purchasers.

Travel Directions

Travel from the ferry terminal on the Cleadale road for 3 miles, and at the Y junction, follow the road to the left hand side. At the next Y junction, follow the road to the right. The property Cnoc Mhor is located on the left hand side the plot is located from the top of the hill to the left of the property, down the slope to the fence on the far side of the stone wall."