Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Cromarty, Ross Shire

Property for sale in Cromarty

Lying on the very tip of the Black Isle, Cromarty is an ancient royal burgh whose appearance has not changed greatly in the last 150 years. It preserves its late 18th century character with a wealth of old buildings. Far from being black, the Black Isle includes a good deal of colourful scenery. Neither is it an island - it is in fact a peninsula, jutting out eastwards towards the North Sea and joined to the rest of the Highlands at its western edge. A number of houses for sale in Cromarty benefit from views overlooking the Cromarty Firth, from where dolphins are regularly spotted. The estate agents in Cromarty say there is a strong demand for property from people who commute to Inverness.

Amenities for properties in Cromarty

Families considering Cromarty property will discover that schooling is provided for by the newly constructed Resolis Primary School, and secondary education is available at the renowned Fortrose Academy, which is accessible by bus from Cromarty. Local amenities in Cromarty include a post office, a doctor’s surgery and a selection of small shops. There is a gym and leisure centre in nearby Fortrose. For a wider selection of shops, amenities, entertainment and restaurants, local residents travel to Inverness. If you enjoy sailing and are looking to buy property in Cromarty, the sport is popular in the area. Visitors and new members will receive a warm welcome at the Cromarty Boat Club and the Chanonry Sailing Club in Fortrose.

Transport for Cromarty

If you are searching for property to buy in Cromarty, the village is close to the lies approximately 15 minutes travel time from the main A9 road connection to Inverness, the Central belt and the wider Scottish motorway network. The nearest mainline railway station is in Inverness, with frequent trains from Glasgow and Edinburgh and a daily link from London King’s Cross, and an overnight sleeper from London Euston. If you need to travel further afield, Inverness Airport provides both domestic and international services.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Cromarty, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Invergordon, Dingwall and Alness.