Anchorage, Occumster, Lybster, KW3 6BB
An attractive well maintained owner occupied croft with good range of modern buildings and decrofted modern 3-bedroom bungalow.  About 12.75Ha (31.50 acres) IACS registered land.

The property comprises:-

House
The croft house is a modern bungalow with accommodation comprising: three double bedroom, living room, fully fitted kitchen / dining room and bathroom with bath and shower. The house has a spacious lounge with views over the sea and to the landmark mountains of Scaraben and Morven. The house and about 1/3 of an acre have been decrofted. The property has double glazing and oil central heating. Detached concrete block built garage and store beside the house.

Farmbuildings
The buildings comprise:- Machinery Shed/Workshop and various other storage and livestock accommodation buildings.

Land
The land extends to 12.75Ha (31.50 acres) IACS area and is arranged in four fields either side of the public road. The land is all in grass except five acres which are grown for turnips each year. The fields are stock fenced and have access to water.  The sellers will consider offers for a reduced area of land if purchasers are seeking a smaller property.

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Hillhead, Newmill, Keith, AB55 6XE
A smallholding requiring renovation and modernisation to dwelling with good range of outbuildings set in lands extending to 10.97Ha (27 acres) or thereby. For sale as a whole with vacant possession.

The property comprises:-

Dwellinghouse
A 1½-storey traditional stone and slate dwelling that is in basic condition and in need of renovation and modernisation. The accommodation comprises:-  Utility Room, Kitchen, Bathroom, Living Room, and 2 Bedrooms.  The present owners have planning permission to demolish the existing store (workshop) and extend the dwellinghouse. Copies of plans and building warrant are available for Inspection at the offices of the selling agents.

Outbuildings
A good range of outbuildings exist that may be suitable for a range of purposes including equestrian. These include:- Workshop, Garage outbuilding with lean-to, Lean-to shed 1, Lean-to shed 2, Calf house and Stone byre. Plans exist to erect a double cattle court with central feedpass (15m x 9m). Copies of plans are available for inspection.

Land
The land extends to 10.97ha (27 acres) or thereby with Individual fields sizes shown on the attached plan. The Farmland is conveniently situated around the dwelling and Outbuildings providing privacy and extends to the north beyond Francis croft. The land is well fenced and is presently all in Grassland. According to the macaulay institute for soil research The land is classified as grade 3(2).

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Little Cairnandrew, Longmanhill, Banff, AB45 3SR
An exceptionally private, well maintained and equipped equestrian property situated in rolling countryside close to the Banffshire coastline.

The property comprises:-

Little Cairnandrew House
The house comprises a traditional one and a half storey stone and slated roof farmhouse which has been improved and modernised to a high standard including development into the former stone steading at the rear and now forms a substantial dwelling. The property features quality finishes and ecological design elements. Heating is partly under floor and partly to radiators from a ground source heat pump supplemented by multi fuel stoves in the living room, sitting room and bothy. Hot water heating is supplemented by a solar panel.  High levels of insulation are incorporated within the building and all windows are oak double glazed units with the exception of the two first floor bedroom dormer windows which are uPVC. A hard surfaced private driveway leads down from the minor public road between Longmanhill and Fortrie. This extends to a gravelled sweep in front of Little Cairnandrew House and also extends between the house and bothy to the buildings and land to the side and rear of the property.Internally floors in the hall and kitchen are finished in a natural grey slate and in the dining room and living room in oak. The original timber doors in the house have been retained with a new oak front and rear door. Quality fittings in the bathrooms and kitchens and the use of natural stone and timber beams complete the quality feel of this property.

The accommodation is conveniently laid out and comprises Living Room, WC, Study/Bedroom 4, Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room, Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Living Room and Rear Porch on the ground floor with Bedroom 2 and Bedroom 3 with coombed ceilings and Bathroom on the first floor.

Bothy
The Bothy is situated a short distance from the house and is constructed with stone walls under a slate roof. It has planning consent for use as a self catering unit but could also lend itself to guest accommodation, a studio or granny annex subject to the appropriate consents. The Bothy has been modernised and improved to a high standard with timber double glazed windows, modern bathroom and kitchen. It provides the following accommodation, living room/kitchen, with wood burning stove, bedroom and modern shower room with large walk in shower cubicle.

Buildings
The buildings are in good condition and separated from the house by a sheltered cobbled courtyard garden.  The buildings comprise:- Stables, Large tack area, Barn, Store/Workshop, Garage, Piggery, Greenhouse.

Land
The house is surrounded by a large informal garden laid out mainly to lawn with mature trees and shrubs with a delightful more formal sheltered cobbled courtyard garden which acts as a natural sun trap, with herbaceous borders, bar-b-cue area and raised flower beds. There is an enclosed children’s play area, a paddock surrounded by woodland, with a mown walkway leading down to a pond. In addition there are a further 4 acres of pasture which are well fenced and supplemented by mains electric fencing, there are ample water points and a timber horse shelter. In all the property extends to about 7.6 acres.

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Broomhill Croft, Newmill, Keith, AB55 6XE
An attractive smallholding with outbuildings set in lands extending to approximately 3.56Ha (9 acres) or thereby.  For sale as a whole with vacant possession.

The property comprises:-

Dwellinghouse
An extended two bedroom dwelling that provides comfortable living accommodation. The house is double glazed and has full central heating from a LPG fired combi boiler. The property also benefits from a multi- fuel stove in the living room whilst the attic space is floored and served by a stairwell. The house is in good decorative order throughout.

The accommodation comprises:- Porch, Entrance Hall, Living Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Utility Room and Kitchen.

Outbuildings
To the north and west of the dwelling, there is a good range of outbuildings that would be suitable for a range of purposes including equestrian use. The outbuildings include a stable block of block-work wall construction (99sq.m or thereby), a Nissan type shed (62sq.m or thereby) and a number of small storage, garage and livestock sheds.

Land
The land includes an area marked out for a riding school whilst the grazing land is split in two fields and extends to 3.38ha (8.37 acres) or thereby. The land is well fenced and has access to water from the adjacent burn. According to the Macaulay institute for soil research the land is classified as Grade 3(2).

This property presents a potential purchaser with the possibility to develop further but also is of a current standard that would Appeal to many.

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Little Summertown, Fordyce, Banff, AB45 2XL
Well maintained farmhouse with attractive range of courtyard buildings including planning consent for further two bedroom house.  Attractive views and paddocks.

The property comprises:-

Farmhouse
This is a traditional one and half storey stone and slate built farmhouse with two storey rear extension providing a good sized bathroom at first floor level. The property was extensively refurnished in the mid 1980s and more recently a conservatory has been added to the west and the kitchen enlarged to provide a separate dining area. The property now provides comfortable accommodation of a high standard with oil fired central heating, double glazing and is in excellent decorative order throughout.

The accommodation comprises:-  Vestibule, Hall, Living Room, Kitchen, Conservatory, Bathroom and 2 Bedrooms.

Traditional Buildings
The remainder of the buildings are arranged in a U-shape and provide a sheltered courtyard area to the back of the house.  The buildings presently provide stabling, workshop and general accommodation but have potential for conversion to other uses subject to obtaining planning.

Land
The land is presently divided into two paddocks, one to the front of the house and the other to the rear of the courtyard.  There is a connecting strip of land between the paddocks on the north side.

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Barmossie, Moss of Barmuckity, Elgin, IV30 8QW
Spacious 4-bedroom bungalow with extensive range of workshops, outbuildings and 14 acres.  About 14.2 acres in all.  For sale as a whole or in two lots with vacant possession.

LOT 1
House
It is understood that the original part of the house was later enlarged with the addition of the bedroom extension which now encloses an attractive open courtyard area in the centre. The predominately south facing aspect of the house makes the accommodation both bright and warm. Central heating is from a newly installed Hunter Herald wood burner boiler in the lounge which serves all radiators and is connected to an oilfired boiler by an equaliser. The whole house is double glazed and the sun room can provide warmth to the rest of the house during most of the year, by opening the large double doors into the lounge. The house is well maintained and has recently been upgraded with a new fitted kitchen and bathroom and new oak skirtings and internal doors.

The accommodation comprises:-  Vestibule, Dining/Hallway, Lounge, Sun Room, Shower Room, Kitchen, Bathroom and 4 Bedrooms.

Garden
The house is surrounded by well maintained garden ground with an area of lawn to the front and a sheltered courtyard area situated between the bedroom wing and the dining room.

Land
The land is situated immediately to the south and east of the house and comprises a flat arable field presently all in grass. The western boundary of the land is presently undefined and it will be a condition of sale that the purchaser erects a stock proof fence between points A - B on the sale plan within 3 months of the date of entry. There is a gateway into the field from the lane to the east.

LOT 2
This lot comprises four enclosed sheds together with two open fronted steel portal frame buildings of more recent construction. The buildings include:-  Shop, Adjoining Store, further machinery store, Workshop, Workshop, Drying Shed, Demonstration Room, Timber Store, Timber Store, Drying Shed.  There is an extensive open yard area to front.

Land
The land in front of the buildings extends to approximately 3.84 acres and is presently unfenced between points A-B on the sale plan.

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Lot 1 - House, garden ground and land
Lot 2 - Buildings and 3.84 acres land

Little Blackton, Alvah, Banff, AB45 3DP
An attractive equestrian/family property with five bedroom farmhouse, stables, general purpose buildings and sand school. Approximately 4.44Ha (10.96 acres). For sale as a whole with vacant possession.

The property comprises:-

Farmhouse
A substantial T-shaped dwelling that has been extended and now provides comfortable family accommodation over two floors. The property benefits from double glazing, oil fired central heating and a multi-fuel burner.

The accommodation comprises:- Sun Lounge, Kitchen, Living Room, Shower Room, Boiler Room and Bedroom. On the first floor 4 Bedrooms, Airing Cupboard and Bathroom

Outside
An attractive courtyard area separates the dwelling from the outbuildings whilst to the front (west) there is an area of lawn and garden ground including fruit trees.

Farmbuildings
The farmbuildings can be summarised as follows:- Bothy & General Purpose Store, Stables, Barn and Dutch Barn

Land
The land is situated to the north and east of the dwelling and steading and is split into four paddocks served by water troughs, ideally suited for equestrian use. These paddocks extend to approximately 3.8Ha (9.5 acres) and are graded class 3(2) by the Macaulay Institute for Soil Research.

Sand School
There is a sand manege (approx. 38m x 22m) included with this property.

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Home Farm Cottage No 1, Meikle Wartle
Two bedroom traditional semi-detached farm cottage (west most) situated in the heart of a country estate.

The property comprises:-

Farmhouse
Traditional south facing 1.5 storey semi-detached farm cottage built with harled stone walls, a concrete floor and a slated roof with dormer windows to the front and rear. The accommodation comprises Kitchen/Dining Room, Living Room, Bathroom, 2 Bedrooms and Boxroom.

Outside
There is a gravelled parking area beside and along the rear of the house. There are good sized garden areas to the front and rear. The mutual boundary with Cottage No 2 is not presently fenced.

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Home Farm Cottage No 2, Meikle Wartle
Two bedroom traditional semi-detached farm cottage (east most) situated in the heart of a country estate.

The property comprises:-

Farmhouse
Traditional south facing 1.5 storey semi-detached farm cottage built with harled stone walls, a concrete floor and a slated roof with dormer windows to the front and rear. The accommodation comprises Kitchen/Dining Room, Living Room, Bathroom, 2 Bedrooms and Boxroom.

Outside
There is a gravelled parking area beside and along the rear of the house. There are good sized garden areas to the front and rear. The mutual boundary with Cottage No 2 is not presently fenced.

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Cryla, Maud, Peterhead, AB42 5PD
A substantial farmhouse with extensive range of outbuildings and adjoining field.  About 2.72Ha (6.71 acres) in all.  For sale as a whole with vacant possession.

The property comprises:-

Farmhouse
This is a substantial 2-storey farmhouse with 6 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room and en-suite to the master bedroom along with dressing room. There is a large dining kitchen and separate utility room with a large lounge and sun room to the rear of the property. The house has the benefit of full double glazing and oil-fired central heating making this a large and comfortable country property. Buyers should also note that the property benefits from treated structural timber work.

To the front of the farmhouse is the u-shaped steading which is also part of the subjects of sale with an open courtyard providing a sheltered area adjacent to the house. On the opposite side is a 5.25 acre field which also included in the sale.

Farmbuildings
The farmbuildings at Cryla comprise a traditional u-shaped steading but with the unusual feature of two double byres along the rear wing giving a substantial area under cover. In addition there is a modern workshop (18m x 10m) and further modern building now used as kennels (25m x 7.5m). The rear and one side wing of the u-shaped steading are used for general storage and garaging purposes with the north wing containing 13 dog pens and the smaller modern building a further 16 pens.

Dog Breeding Licence
The buildings at Cryla are licensed for 40 breeding bitches and offspring and area housed currently within 28 pens within the buildings and outdoor runs.

Land
To the front of the farmhouse at Cryla is a field of approximately 2.12ha (5.25 acres) which is presently in grass. To both sides of the farmbuildings are extensive yard areas. The total property area is estimated to be 2.72ha (6.71 acres).

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Rutherlands, Watten, Wick, KW1 5UW
An outstanding modern house in an elevated south facing position with stables and land extending to 12 acres. Superb views of Loch Watten.  Further 50 acres croft land available separately.

The property comprises:-

Rutherlands is situated in an elevated position approximately three quarters of a mile to the north of Loch Watten and enjoys wonderful views of the loch and the countryside beyond. The house was erected in 2004 incorporating an original stone cottage with the new extension to the west, designed to take full advantage of the southerly views. Internally the rooms are well proportioned and spacious and two bedrooms have extensive fitted wardrobe space. The house retains a traditional character with Caithness flagstones re-used in the kitchen, utility room and rear porch areas and wide wooden floorboards throughout the rest of the ground floor. The whole of the ground floor, including the wet room off the master bedroom, has underfloor heating served from an oil fired boiler which also serves radiators on the first floor. The Velux roof lights have fitted blinds, there is a Jacuzzi bath in the downstairs bathroom and all the electrical equipment in the kitchen is included in the sale.

The accommodation comprises:- Entrance Vestibule, Living Room, Entrance Hall, Bathroom, Wet Room, Dining Room, WC, Utility Room, Kitchen, Rear Porch, 3 Bedrooms, Shower Room and Study.

Outside
The house is surrounded by approximately 12 acres of its own ground, most of which is decrofted with the exception of a small area to the rear. The land to the front comprises mainly moorland and heather. To the rear of the house there is a fully enclosed steel portal frame Dutch barn (12.0 m x 6m) attached to a stone built barn (12.5m x 5m) recently reroofed in box profile metal sheeting and fitted with four purpose made loose boxes. There is also a traditional stone built general store at the back of the house.

Outdoor Arena (45m x 22m)

Additional Land
Park of Ruther Croft extending to approximately 49 acres is situated immediately to the rear of Rutherlands and presently provides sheltered grazing used in connection with the stables and other equestrian facilities at Rutherlands. The croft comprises approximately 20 acres of good grazings, four acres of trees with the remainder made up of rough grazings. There is a separate access to Park of Ruther Croft from the east which is shared with two other parties. Park of Ruther Croft is a registered croft.

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