One of the "largest and most productive commercial forests" in Scotland has been brought to the market.
The agent said the area in which it is located offers “excellent fishing and deer stalking and benefits from a good road network to the east and west coast of Scotland, linking to the North Coast 500 tourist route”.
Sciberscross Forest, described as a highly productive conifer forest, has been put on the market through Landfor, the land and forestry agency.
The agency said there is a substantial volume of mature timber ready to harvest at Sciberscross, and the property is situated in a “highly scenic” part of Sutherland in the Scottish Highlands.
Harry Graham, a Land and Forestry Agent with Landfor, said: “This is one of the largest and most productive commercial conifer forests to be offered on the market in Northern Scotland.
“The majority of the forest is now reaching maturity with an approved Long-Term Forest Plan in place, providing the opportunity for immediate income from harvesting over the plan period and beyond.
“The timber crop is of excellent quality and offers the purchaser the potential for a swift return on their investment.”
Stretching over 957.60 hectares, or 2,366.25 acres, Sciberscross was established on former hill ground in two primary planting phases, in 1989 and 1990. The forest features a productive conifer crop predominantly composed of Sitka spruce, planted in a self-thinning mixture with Lodgepole pine, Scots pine and Larch, as well as attractive areas of mixed broadleaves.
The agency added: “Sciberscross is located in an area renowned for its excellent wind energy development potential, and there is significant opportunity for the development of a wind energy project, subject to planning permission, as well as some peatland restoration.
Sporting rights are included in the sale. The topography and habitat at Sciberscross offer excellent roe, red and sika deer stalking.
The agency said: "Sutherland is renowned for its wild and dramatic scenery with rugged coastlines, heather-clad hills, prominent lochs and sweeping glens.
"Sitting in an elevated position, Sciberscross Forest is about ten miles northeast of the popular coastal town of Brora."
Sciberscross is the first property brought to the market by Harry Graham since his appointment as a forestry agent with Landfor this year.
Patrick Porteous, managing director of Landfor, said: "Harry’s appointment is an important milestone in the growth of the company. Harry brings significant experience and enthusiasm to Landfor, with a strong track record in the sale of forestry and land-based investment opportunities for a wide range of investors and a commitment to providing a first-class service to clients."
He joins Landfor with over six years of professional experience as a land and forestry agent in Scotland.
Mr Graham has overseen the sale and acquisition of over £300m worth of forestry, farmland and estates across Scotland.
Sciberscross Forest, Brora, Sutherland, is for sale on a joint agency basis through Landfor, for offers over £8.5m.
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