A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and beautifully positioned area of land near Grantown-on-Spey

• A diverse mosaic of mixed woodland and open ground
• Opportunity to conserve, and enhance the site’s biodiversity
• Currently used for livestock grazing, supporting continued agricultural use
• Strong potential for additional native woodland planting to expand habitat and carbon value
• Scope for an off-grid cabin or hut, subject to obtaining the necessary consent

Location

Blar Mor is situated on the B9102, around 4.5 miles northeast from Grantown-on-Spey, within the historic county of Moray. The region is celebrated for its rich sporting heritage, world-renowned whisky distilleries, and beautifully unspoilt countryside. Set in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, the property enjoys a peaceful location just east of the Cairngorms National Park. The property is nestled to the west of Tulchan Sporting Estate and east of Seafield Estate.

Access

Access to Blar Mor is taken from the B9102 public road which bounds the property to the west. There are two access gates which are marked on the Sale Plan.

The property is shown on the location and sale plans within these particulars. The nearest postcode is PH26 3PL and What3Words: sometimes.claps.website

Description

Blar Mor is an ecologically rich landscape, characterised by attractive mixed woodland and open ground. The site supports a strong range of native species, including Caledonian Scots pine, silver birch, and alder, among others, contributing to a diverse and naturally evolving woodland structure. Historically, the land was managed as a grouse moor, and remnants of old grouse butts can still be found to the north of the property, offering a subtle reminder of its past use.

Adding further variety to the landscape, the eastern boundary is defined by the Allt Breac burn at approximately 220m above sea level, with the land rising to around 250m where it meets the B9102. The burn provides a valuable ecological corridor, enhancing habitat diversity and supporting a wide range of wildlife, thereby strengthening the overall biodiversity of the holding.

The property is currently used for livestock grazing and offers a range of future potential opportunities, including the possibility of constructing an off-grid cabin or hut, subject to the necessary consents. There is also scope for further native tree planting and wider ecological enhancement across the site. Situated in a stunning location near Grantown-on-Spey, Blar Mor presents an attractive blend of natural beauty, biodiversity, and long-term environmental potential.

Sporting Rights

Sporting rights are included in the sale.

Boundaries

The property is mostly bounded by a stock fence. The eastern boundary of the property is the mid-point of the Allt Breac burn. There is mutual responsibility for shared fencing to the north and south with the Estate and the roadside fencing to the west will be the owner’s sole responsibility.

Mineral Rights

Mineral rights will be reserved to the Estate.

Wayleaves & Third-Party Rights

The property will be sold with the benefit of, and subject to, all existing rights and burdens with the Titles.

Designations

We are not aware of designations impacting the property. Interested parties should carry out their own searches.

Viewing

Viewing is possible at any time. Please contact Goldcrest Land & Forestry Group to arrange a viewing. For your own personal safety, please be aware of potential hazards when viewing.

Offers

If you wish to make an offer or would like to be informed of a closing date for offers, it is important that you contact the Selling Agents to note your interest and to obtain the specific Anti-Money Laundering details that we require from a purchaser prior to accepting an offer. All offers must be submitted in Scottish legal form before they can be formally accepted.