Scottish farm to have UK appeal

With Smiths Gore predicting Scottish farm values to rise in the next 12 months, following the continuing strong upward market trend in England, and consequently interest in Scottish farmland to increase from buyers down south, the firm is anticipating interest from all over the UK in a new farm near Huntly Aberdeenshire that has gone on the market this week.

Smiths Gore is selling Inverharroch Farm, a small livestock farm at Lower Cabrach, Aberdeenshire, in a beautiful upland position by the river Deveron. The good quality land, with mix of arable, pasture and rough grazings, extends to 164 acres, and comes complete with a spacious traditional farmhouse in a secluded setting with outstanding views, plus a steading and out-buildings with potential for conversion. There is also a development site with planning consent. Smiths Gore believes that the farm will appeal not just to the general farm market, but also to equestrian enthusiasts and other lifestyle types.

Jamie Watson of Smiths Gore said "As well as excellent farming potential, the land is perfect for equestrian enthusiasts and also has other country sport opportunities like roe and red deer stalking, rough shooting, brown trout fishing and duck flighting. The countryside is totally unspoilt but has easy access to amenities nearby like schools, shopping and international airport at Dyce. Farms in Scotland are comparatively cheap compared to English prices, which will make this an attractive proposition to buyers, who will get a lot more for their money. With the added prospect of Scottish farm values going up, this will mean a sound investment."

Smiths Gore is selling the property as a whole or in two lots. Lot 1 incorporates the farm and 163.85 acres (66.31 hectares) for offers over £480,000. Lot 2 is the building plot of 0.5 acres at offers over £40,000. The whole is for sale at offers over £520,000.