Historic Stone-Built Home With Endless Renovation Possibilities in Idyllic Rural Setting with Sea Views and Large Gardens

Set against the dramatic coastline of Caithness, this semi-detached stone-built home offers an increasingly rare combination of striking sea views, generous garden grounds and the chance to restore a historic property to suit your own style and needs.

The Old School House sits in the small hamlet of Auckengill, approximately ten miles north of Wick. It enjoys open outlooks toward the sea with the setting quiet and scenic, a project that’s hard to find and harder to replicate.

Externally, the home occupies a good-sized plot with garden grounds stretching to the front, side and rear, mainly laid to grass with a number of mature shrubs and trees. There’s ample room for landscaping or creating a more defined outdoor layout. A stone-built, open-fronted garden store sits at the back of the property under a pitched slate roof, offering space for tools, logs or outdoor gear. A gravelled driveway to the side of the home allows for private off-road parking and the entire plot is enclosed by traditional stone walling.

Inside, the home is full of potential but would benefit from renovation and modernisation. The ground floor includes a hallway, large living room, kitchen and a double bedroom. The living room has generous proportions and includes a built-in shelving alcove beside the chimney breast, where a blocked fireplace remains, with clear scope for reinstating a focal feature. The front window looks out across the garden with sea glimpses beyond.

The kitchen is fitted with wood panelled walls, bright white cabinets and worktops and a stainless steel sink beneath the window. There’s an integrated oven and hob, along with access to the back garden via the rear door.

Also on the ground floor is another good size room, currently unfinished, with exposed concrete flooring and a stone feature wall – a space ready to be reimagined. It’s size lends itself to many possibilities with the striking stone wall ideal as a standout backdrop for a dining room, second lounge, ground floor bedroom, home office or creative studio space.

Upstairs, the landing leads to two more double bedrooms, both a good size, each with a fireplace set on a corner wall. One of the rooms enjoys open views across the surrounding landscape and out to the sea, bringing in plenty of natural light. There’s also a small study or store room on this level, adding extra flexibility.

The bathroom has been recently updated and offers a clean, modern finish. A full-sized bath with electric shower above sits along one wall while the wash hand basin and toilet are built into a compact vanity unit on another. Wood laminate flooring adds warmth underfoot and a small radiator ensures the room stays comfortable year-round.

Windows and external doors are all uPVC-framed and double glazed. Heating is provided by an external Grant oil-fired boiler, connected to radiators throughout the property. Hot water is stored in a cylinder located in the front upstairs bedroom.

With its original fabric, generous layout and a location that combines coastal peace with accessibility to Wick, this is a property full of potential. For the right buyer, this is a rare chance to create something truly special in a one-of-a-kind setting. Book your viewing now, contact Hamish Homes today!

About Auckengill

Auckengill is a small coastal hamlet in Caithness, just 7 miles south of John o’ Groats and around 10 miles from Wick, the nearest town with full amenities. Set along the rugged northern edge of Scotland, it offers sweeping sea views, quiet surroundings and a strong sense of rural community. The area is ideal for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle with access to nature, walking and fishing.

Wick provides supermarkets, healthcare, restaurants and rail connections. Local schooling is available in nearby Keiss Primary, with secondary education at Wick High School.

Auckengill also hosts the Northlands Viking Centre, adding local character and history. Buyers are drawn to the scenic location, affordability and the chance to live in an unspoiled environment with essential services close by. It’s well-suited for remote workers, retirees or anyone looking for a slower pace of life.

General Information:
Services: Mains Water, Electric & Oil
Council Tax Band: C
EPC Rating: E (44)
Entry Date: Early entry available
Home Report: Available on request.
Viewings: 7 Days accompanied by agent.