Equestrian property for sale in Auchnagatt, Ellon AB41

Location & Situation

Situation
Netherheads of Skelmuir is situated in a pleasant and peaceful location in the rolling agricultural landscape of northern Aberdeenshire, yet is accessible and within easy reach of local services, amenities and transport links. The property presents as an excellent smallholding, equestrian or lifestyle opportunity with a traditional cottage, range of useful outbuildings and land providing flexibility for a range of potential uses.

Stuartfield, locally known as “Crichie”, is just 2½ miles to the north and hosts a local shop, butcher, pub and primary school. Mintlaw (5 miles) lies just beyond, providing further local services and secondary education at Mintlaw Academy. A wide range of supermarkets, shops, eateries and leisure facilities can be found in the towns of Ellon (8 miles) and Peterhead (10 miles).

The 53 mile Formartine and Buchan Way can be found close by and is popular with walkers, cyclists and as an equestrian route. Aden Country Park at Mintlaw is also a popular attraction with scenic walking paths, the Aberdeenshire Farming Museum, café and outdoor events throughout the year.
The East Aberdeenshire coast is only a short distance away and is well-known for its spectacular coastal scenery, with the stretch of coast between Newburgh and Boddam featuring attractions such as the fishing village of Collieston, Slains Castle and the Bullers of Buchan cliffs.
Aberdeen is some 25 miles distant and provides retail, leisure and recreational facilities in the acknowledged Oil Capital of Europe. Aberdeen International Airport is located just north of the city and is also the location of P & J Live, the largest event complex in the North of Scotland. The Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route (awpr) has greatly improved access and travelling time to Aberdeen, Bridge of Don, Dyce, and beyond to major road links north and south.

Netherheads of Skelmuir
c. 89sq..m. Floor area

Netherheads of Skelmuir consists of a traditional south-facing whitewashed cottage with a well-incorporated extension to the front. The property provides cosy and comfortable living throughout on one level.

The property is entered from the utility room leading from the driveway, which provides extra room for utilities while leaving space to leave shoes and jackets.
Beyond the utility room, comprising the remainder of the extension, is the bathroom and the large kitchen, fitted with a range of wall and base units, including a traditional Stanley cooker.

The hallway from the kitchen leads to the cosy living room with a wood burner, adjoined by the spacious south-facing sun room. In addition, the cottage also comprises of two spacious bedrooms leading off the corridor, one of which comes with a large en-suite shower room.

The cottage benefits from lush garden grounds to the front, offering excellent opportunities for outdoor dining and summer barbeques. Beyond the garden lies one of the fields, sitting in between the house and the minor road passing the property.

The driveway and large parking area lies to the east side of the cottage, next to a wood store for fuel storage. Furthermore, a static caravan and a small timber shed with corrugated sides and roof also lie on the other side of the driveway, with the static caravan which is also included within the sale.

EPC:
Band F

Council Tax:
Band C

Windows & Doors:
Double glazing

Heating & Hot Water:
Oil central heating, private water.

Included in Sale: All carpets, curtains, blinds, light fittings and bathroom fittings included.

Directions
From Ellon, travel on the A90 signposted (Fraserburgh/Peterhead) for approximately 3 miles take the slight left at The Toll of Birness onto the A952 (Fraserburgh) and continue for 6.4 miles taking a left where signposted to Skelmuir, follow this road for 1.3 miles turning left and passing the trees on the right, before taking an immediate right. Continue on this road for 0.4 miles and Netherheads of Skelmuir can be found on the righthand side of the road.

Farm Buildings
Netherheads of Skelmuir is served by a useful range of farm buildings, which are located directly behind the cottage at the head of the driveway. The farm buildings comprise a mixture of building types with varying construction and age. The farm buildings consist of a complex of traditional stone buildings directly to the north of the cottage, and could be used as a workshop, housing livestock or as stabling. In addition, there is an open-sided modern store to the east of the driveway, which can be utilised for multiple purposes but is currently used as a car port, along with a corrugated iron shed to the north of this.

The buildings cover a total area of 528m2. The buildings with approximate dimensions include:

1. Traditional Steadings Complex: Number of storage areas currently used for general storage, traditional stone construction, timber frames, concrete floors, mix of slate and corrugated iron roofs, approx. 423m2
2. Modern General Purpose Shed: Timber frame with exterior wooden side panels, concrete floor, corrugated iron roof, open to west, approx. 40m2
3. Corrugated Iron Shed: Corrugated iron sides and roof, can be used for general storage, approx. 65m2.

Land

The iacs registered land at Netherheads comprises of 10 fields extending to approximately 9.76 hectares (24.12 acres) or thereby in total. The land is currently mostly fallow but can be utilised for a mixture of agricultural purposes, including arable and grazing. The land slopes gently to the north-west, lying at 90-100 metres above sea level. The land is classified as Grade 3(2) by the James Hutton Institute . The fields benefit from good roadside access, with the fields being bordered by the minor road to the south, the small burn to the north and neighbouring agricultural land to the east and west.

Basic Payment Scheme
There are no bps entitlements available.

To arrange a viewing of the property, please contact Aberdeen & Northern Estates. Viewings are strictly by appointment only.

Services: Private drainage, mains electricity and private water. Oil Central Heating.

Local Authority: Aberdeenshire Council, 45 Bridge Street, Ellon, AB41 9AA

Entry: By arrangement

Mineral Rights & Sporting Rights: Included in the sale, insofar as they are owned.

Note: Prospective purchasers should note that unless their interest in the property is formally intimated to the selling agents following inspection, the agents cannot guarantee that notice of a closing date for offers will be advised and consequently the property may be sold without notice.