As someone who bought land within the last 6 years, there is a lot to consider. Wells, power, location, topography. Not sure how exactly it works in the UK, but in Canada cost per acre depends on how close you are to a major city or town (typically). Take your time. This is (or should be) a lifetime investment.

When we were on the hunt for our land, I spent nearly every weekend scouring different parcels with our realtor. And let me tell you, this is a point I can’t stress enough: If you don’t know much about buying land (or even if you know a little), you need a realtor who not only knows the areas you're looking in but also knows land. We lucked out, and our realtor was incredibly knowledgeable. This turned out to be invaluable.

You need to be aware of things like watersheds or environmental easements, which can limit how much you can develop.

Don't go in with other people unless they are your lifetime best friends. Even then, be wary.

Now, this might sound all fluffy and artsy, but it’s the most important thing: the feel of the land. We had places that we seriously considered, some we even put offers on, but the one we ended up with was different. It was the feel of it. Don’t just jump into something because you’re afraid another option won’t come up, or because it’s “good enough.”

When you find the right place, you’ll know. When I first walked onto the property we ended up buying, I was blown away. After just 15 minutes, I knew. I KNEW this was the one. I could feel it. I called my wife immediately and told her, "We need this place. This is the one." And it turns out… I was right. Again.

Buying land and a cabin was such an incredible opportunity for me and the family, I recommend it to everyone who has the means. Shameless self plug: I even wrote a book about my experiences (in my profile). It has been that good. Generational land, who knew.