A commercial conifer forest which is nearing maturity and holds a substantial volume of biomass.

• Tax free timber harvestable in the next 5 – 10 years
• Stunning highland location
• Potential for cabin or chalet
• Exciting Red, Sika and Roe stalking

Location

Mackay a Tuath is located approximately 5 kilometres west of Forsinard, in Sutherland, within the Scottish Highlands. The woodland forms the north-western section of the Dyke Forest Complex.

This area is closely associated with commercial forestry, having attracted significant investment. Distance to market is another important consideration. The nearest sawmills are located at Dingwall (75 miles) and Nairn (100 miles), with James Jones at Fochabers situated approximately 135 miles away.

The property is shown on the location and sale plans to the rear of these particulars and can be found at Grid Reference NC 831 443. What3Words: secondly.careful.unwound

Access

Access to Mackay a Tuath is taken from the A897, which is classified as a Consultation Route for timber transport. From the public road, there is a shared forest access route, shown as A1-A2 on the sale plan, extending circa 12 km to the property. Maintenance operates on a ‘user basis’.

Both the shared forest road and the A897 have been successfully used for timber extraction from neighbouring woodlands, demonstrating the route’s suitability for commercial forestry operations.

Description

Mackay a Tuath is a commercial conifer forest, originally established in the mid-1980s. The crop is predominantly composed of Sitka spruce and Lodgepole pine, with the latter intended to serve as a self-thinning nurse crop.

In 2022, the forest manager carried out timber measurements which indicated yield classes of up to 14 for the Sitka spruce, consistent with expectations for the area. Given the age of the crop, the forest holds a significant volume of timber, suitable for harvesting within the next 5 to 10 years.

Sporting Rights

The sporting rights are included in the sale. Red, Sika and Roe deer provide some exciting and varied stalking.

Mineral Rights

Mineral rights are included except as reserved by statute or in terms of the title.

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.