Croft Tenancy Lochmaddy (Market Stance) Isle of North Uist, Western Isles HS6 5AG

Situated in the crofting township of Strumore on the outskirts of Lochmaddy village Anderson Banks are delighted to offer the opportunity to acquire a croft tenancy in a picturesque location. The croft extends from the main road giving easy access and looks out over Loch an t-Struth Mhoir to the west. Extending to some 1.906 Ha or thereby which is outlined in red on the map attached and with the relevant permissions this would be a superb location to erect a croft house. Grants for this are sometimes available.

Crofting is a system of landholding unique to the Highlands and Islands of Scotland which is normally held on a tenancy. This may or may not include a house and farm buildings.

When looking to tenant a croft, a person must obtain the approval of the Crofting Commission www.crofting.scotland.gov.uk. The Crofting Commission’s aim is to promote the well-being of crofting communities. They will consider several points when an application is received which include the specific needs and long term interests of the community, and the skills a new tenant will bring, suitability of the new tenant in terms of their experience and plans for the croft. The suitability of the proposed tenant is of prime importance and they will be asked to give plans for the working and stocking of the croft as well as previous experience and skills which would be useful to the township. The Commission are able to refuse an assignation if they feel the proposed tenant is not suitable.

Lochmaddy village is within walking distance where you will find hotels, doctor’s surgery, art centre and the main ferry terminal with sailings to Skye and a well-stocked shop and petrol station.