The beautiful Scottish island on sale for the same price as the average UK home
The entire island, complete with wooded areas, sandy beaches, and diverse wildlife habitats, was first listed in 2024 with a guide price of £325,000.
But it has since been reduced to £275,000, meaning the inhabited stretch of land is around the average cost of a home in the UK.
According to the latest data from Zoopla, the average British house would cost around £268,400.
The island is also around half the price of an average London flat, which data from 2024 shows was an eye-watering £545,000.
Eilean Mor is located within Loch Sunart, on the west coast of Scotland, near the Ardnamurchan Peninsula.
It covers an area of 30 acres, and can be reached by boat or low-tide causeway.
The island 'offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue', according to Bell Ingram, the estate agency handling the sale.
'The island's diverse terrain and tidal nature make it a fascinating destination for adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike.
'The waters around Eilean Mor are teeming with marine life and the island itself is a haven for seabirds, making it an excellent spot for birdwatching.
'The untouched natural environment provides a sanctuary for various species, offering visitors a glimpse into the thriving ecosystems of the Inner Hebrides.'
The advert notes that the island, which has been owned by the same family for generations, comes without any form of planning permission.
And potential buyers should be aware that Eilean Mor is part of the Sunart Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Sunart Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
This means that development and construction are strictly regulated to protect the island's rare habitats and wildlife, limiting what can be built or altered on the island.
The local area also offers a range of activities, from exploring nearby hiking trails and ancient woodlands to visiting the Ardnamurchan Lighthouse — the most westerly point on the British mainland.
The island 'offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue', according to Bell Ingram, the estate agency handling the sale
Wildlife cruises, kayaking, and visits to local distilleries provide further opportunities to enjoy the stunning natural surroundings and rich cultural heritage of the region.
Last month, another island – an uninhabited 90-acre parcel of land off Scotland's west coast – was put up for sale for offers over £500,000.
Insh Island was previously owned by the National Trust for Scotland. The island was left to the organisation in the will of David Brearley, who reportedly lived in a cave on the island for 30 years up until 2003.
In a move criticised by some, the National Trust for Scotland reportedly put the island up for auction in 2019 with a guide price of £125,000, but sold it for £353,000.
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