Scotland's 'most affordable place by the sea' where homes cost just over £100,000
The average price of a house was found to be £103,078.
A Scottish town has been named the country's "most affordable place by the sea". It was revealed as the cheapest coastal spot in the country in new research conducted by the Bank of Scotland.
As previously reported by the Daily Record, St Andrews was named in the Bank of Scotland's report as the country's most expensive coastal town. The average cost of a home in St Andrews was found to be £458,381, which is an increase of 8 per cent over the last year.
On the other hand, Campbeltown in Argyll and Bute was named as the most affordable place to live by the sea both in Scotland and Britain as a whole. According to the experts, the average cost of a home in the coastal town is £103,078.
The Bank of Scotland wrote: "Top of the list is Campbeltown, on the scenic Kintyre Peninsula, where the average home costs just £103,078—down 11 per cent in the past year. Once dubbed the whisky capital of the world, Campbeltown offers dramatic coastal views and access to the islands of Islay, Jura and Arran."
It was followed by Rothesay, Millport, and Port Bannatyne in second, third, and fourth place respectively. The average price of a home in Rothesay was reported as £111,764, while it was found to be £114,008 in Millport and £115,421 in Port Bannatyne.
Campbeltown is situated by Campbeltown Loch along the Kintyre Peninsula. It is home to a population of approximately 4,500 people, and is among the biggest towns in Argyll.
The town was once named 'the whisky capital of the world', and remains to this day a popular destination among whisky enthusiasts. Out of the 30-plus distilleries that were once found in the area, today just three remain: Glen Scotia, Glengyle, and Springbank.
Glen Scotia, Glengyle, and Springbank all offer tours for those looking to learn more about how their whiskies are made. There are also tasting experiences available, where visitors can sample some of their most famous drams.
Campbeltown is around 10 minutes by car from the picturesque Westport Beach, which is one of the most beautiful beaches on Scotland's west coast. The bay stretches for more than six miles, and is popular amongst picnickers, dog walkers, and surfers alike.
Another top beauty spot in the area is the Mull of Kintyre Lighthouse, which dates all the way back to 1788. Among the very first lighthouses to be established by the Commissioners of Northern Lighthouses, it offers spectacular views out over the coast.
In terms of visitor attractions in Campbeltown, one of the town's top sights is the Campbeltown Heritage Centre. Here, visitors can discover more than 300 years of history through fascinating exhibits and objects.
Elsewhere, the Campbeltown Museum is all about the history of Kintyre. It features a varied collection that includes highlights such as a Bronze Age jet necklace and a reflector originating from the Mull of Kintyre lighthouse.
When it comes to food, Campbeltown offers a huge selection of cafés and restaurants. Among the most popular is the Harbourview Grille, which is an upscale but casual eatery that specialises in steaks and seafood.
Elsewhere, Bartek's Bistro is a sit-in or takeaway café that serves up burgers, homemade pizzas, wraps and more. Customers can also enjoy milkshakes that come in flavours such as strawberry, Milky Bar, banoffee, and pistachio.
Meanwhile, one of the top pubs in Campbeltown is The Black Sheep. Situated within The Royal Hotel, the pub includes both indoor and outdoor seating along the waterfront and a wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
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