Seven-bed lighthouse home on uninhabited island on sale for just £80k
A lighthouse keeper's cottage on an uninhabited island in Scotland is up for sale.
A seven-bed lighthouse home on a remote and uninhabited island only accessible by sea or air is up for sale - for just £80k.
The lighthouse keeper's cottage and its three outbuildings are located on the uninhabited Copinsay in the Orkney Isles, Scotland, and are described as the "renovation opportunity of a lifetime."
It offers potential buyers the romance of the lighthouse keeper lifestyle but without the hard work.
The 1915 lighthouse itself is not included - it is owned and controlled remotely by the Northern Lighthouse Board from its headquarters in Edinburgh.
The listing describes the property as "an unparalleled lifestyle opportunity," and encourages potential buyers to "make their dream of living on an uninhabited island a reality.
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The main building sits over two stories with seven bedrooms. The "practical outbuildings” include a shed and tractor shed with two helicopter pads for easier access to the mainland.
Listed by K. Allan Properties, the property also includes two quad bikes and a sailing dinghy in the listing to "enhance exploration and enjoyment of the island."
"Copinsay, one of the enchanting Orkney Islands off the east coast of mainland Scotland, offers an unparalleled lifestyle opportunity," the listing reads.
"This property within this uninhabited island is now available for those seeking an extraordinary retreat.
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“Requiring renovation works, this property presents the perfect opportunity for someone seeking a solitary lifestyle with a blank canvas to create a space they can truly call their home."
"Living on Copinsay offers a unique lifestyle marked by peace, privacy, and a deep connection with nature.
“This secluded paradise is ideal for a private retreat, offering an escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life with unparalleled tranquillity."
"This rare opportunity to own a piece of the Orkney Islands is a blank canvas awaiting your vision. Whether you seek a personal sanctuary, an eco-living project, or a unique investment, Copinsay promises an extraordinary lifestyle."
