‘Idyllic' hidden-gem Scots island with its own CASTLE up for sale after 80 years

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The private island includes a now-ruined castle, working farm and holiday accommodation business
ISLE SAY! 'Idyllic' hidden-gem Scots island with its own CASTLE up for sale after 80 years
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A HIDDEN-GEM Scottish island with its very own castle has been put on the market after 80 years.
Shuna Island is located just off the coast from Appin, Argyll and Bute and is up for sale for £5.5million.
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The 20th-century castle offers stunning panoramic coastal views
Credit: Sotheby's International Realty
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Shuna Island in Argyll and Bute has hit the market for £5.5million
Credit: Sotheby's International Realty
It has been home to the Gully family since 1945, the BBC reports.
Estate agents Sothebys International Realty have described the site as a "truly rare offering, rich in heritage".
The private island includes a now-ruined castle, working farm and holiday accommodation business.
Shuna Castle ruins sit at the heart of the isle.
The 20th-century structure offers stunning panoramic coastal views and also had potential for redevelopment, subject to planning.
The island also offers eight residential properties.
Shuna Farmhouse was used as the principal residence and is described as a "comfortable and practical home".
There is also a working estate which supports in-hand livestock farming.
It's teeming with wildlife from red and fallow deer to eagles and porpoises.
The estate agents added: "Shuna Island is a truly rare offering, rich in heritage, natural wonder and possibility.
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"Whether as a regenerative tourism venture or a family estate, this extraordinary Hebridean island offers an exceptional life lived off the beaten path."
Jim Gully, who was brought up on the island, said its white beaches and rocky coves gave him and his siblings an "idyllic" childhood.
Over the past 12 years, Shuna has been managed by Rob and Kathryn James who live on the island.
However, they are planning to move into another role - which has promoted the Gully family to sell up.
Viewings are set to start later this week.
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