Bogenraith & Upper Muirskie

BOGENRAITH & UPPER MUIRSKIE DURRIS, BANCHORY, AB31 6DS

Woodlands of Durris 1 mile Peterculter 7 miles Banchory 8 miles Aberdeen 13 miles

A WELL EQUIPPED AND ATTRACTIVE FARM PROPERTY IN DURRIS WITH LAND EXTENDING TO 220HA (542 ACRES) OR THEREBY IN ALL

FOR SALE AS A WHOLE OR IN FIVE LOTS

Lot 1: Bogenraith Farm Lot 3: Land at Durris (Field 16)

• Impressive Bogenraith House, outbuildings providing office and • Grade 3(2) farmland and woodland extending to 5.3Ha storage facilities and farm cottage accommodation - o/o £850,000 (13 acres) or thereby

• Extensive range of traditional and modern farm buildings extending Offers Over £55,000 to 5,290 sq.m or thereby. Includes U-shaped steading - o/o £200,000

• Predominantly Grade 3(2) arable farmland extending to 104Ha Lot 4: Land at Upper Muirskie North • (257 acres) or thereby - o/o £1,150,000 Farmland extending to 40Ha (100 acres) or thereby Offers Over £2,200,000 Offers Over £360,000

Lot 2: Land at Durris (Field 1) Lot 5: Land at Upper Muirskie South • Grade 3(2) farmland extending to 15.2Ha (37.5 acres) or thereby • Farmland extending to 54Ha (134 acres) or thereby Offers Over £175,000 Offers Over £440,000

AS A WHOLE - OFFERS OVER £3,230,000

ABERDEEN & NORTHERN (ESTATES) LIMITED www.anestates.co.uk Viewing By appointment with the sellers - MR & MRS CROZIER - TEL: 07860747788 or ABERDEEN & NORTHERN ESTATES - TEL: 01467 623800

Directions From the Bridge of Dee roundabout in Aberdeen, take the B9077 South Deeside Road west towards Maryculter. Continue on this road for approximately 9 miles taking a left hand turn where signposted ‘Woodlands of Durris’ and ‘Denside of Durris’. Continue on this road before turning left at the T-junction. The entrance to Bogenraith farm is located on the left hand side after approximately half a mile and marked with an Aberdeen & Northern Estates sale board. The exact location of all of the lots can be seen on the attached OS extract plan.

Situation Bogenraith is located between the hamlets of Woodlands of Durris and Denside of Durris in the lower reaches of Royal Deeside. Durris is a highly sought after area with good links to the town of Banchory and within easy commuting distance of Aberdeen, whilst still retaining its rural setting. Primary Schooling is provided at Woodlands of Durris (1.5 miles) with secondary education available at Banchory Academy (8 miles). Banchory also provides a wide range of services including medical practice, dentists, chemists, leisure facilities, eateries and supermarkets as well as a number of independent retailers on its thriving High Street. Raemoir Garden Centre and Mains of Drum Garden Centre in nearby Drumoak are also popular attractions in the area. Local Authority Services

Royal Deeside is renowned for its beautiful scenery, Aberdeenshire Council, Kincardine & Mearns Area Office, Mains Electricity, Private/Mains Water, Private Drainage Viewmount, Arduthie Road, Stonehaven, AB39 2DQ picturesque villages and excellent leisure and recreational Sporting Rights Tel: 03456 08 12 08 www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk opportunities including fishing on the River Dee, golf courses, Sporting rights are in-hand and included in the sale. walking, cycling and mountain biking, winter sports at Entry Mineral Rights Glenshee or The Lecht Ski Centres, along with access to the By agreement Included in sale in so far as they are owned. Cairngorms National Park. Ingoing Valuations Note The City of Aberdeen is approximately 13 miles distant and Ingoing crop valuations may be applicable depending on date Prospective purchasers should note that unless their interest can be reached in about half an hour by car (rush hour of entry. excepted), provides a theatre, two universities and shopping in the property is formally intimated to the selling agents facilities. In addition, Aberdeen has a mainline railway station Common Agricultural Policy following inspection, the agents cannot guarantee that notice providing inter-city and sleeper services to the south and also BPS Entitlements are not included in the sale price but of a closing date for offers will be advised and consequently available by separate negotiation. the property may be sold without notice. an airport operating regular flights to London and other UK cities, as well as overseas destinations.

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Lot 1 - Bogenraith Farm

Bogenraith House This highly impressive, well maintained dwelling house occupies an attractive and secluded setting with beautiful, unspoilt views over Deeside. The property, constructed in 1990, provides generous accommodation over three floors including an integrated double garage. The main reception rooms, suitable for family living or entertaining, are located on the first floor allowing full enjoyment of the surrounding views. The property is of a high standard throughout with attractive features such as open fireplaces in the dining room and lounge, and benefits from oil fired central heating.

The accommodation is shown on the attached floor plan but in summary comprises:

Ground Floor Master bedroom with en-suite, bedroom 1, bedroom 2, bedroom 3 with en-suite, master bathroom, study, utility room

First Floor Lounge with bar area, dining room, kitchen, larder, family room, snooker room, shower room

Second Floor Bedroom 5 with en-suite, floored attic Items Included Carpets, curtains, kitchen and utility white goods. Additional Bogenraith House sits within peaceful and private garden items of furniture can be made available through separate grounds which include an expansive area laid to lawn, negotiation. bordered by mature shrubs and trees. The driveway entrance leads to ample parking to the front and rear of the Outbuildings property where the integrated double garage and large Sitting adjacent to the carport is a General Purpose building adjoining carport can also be accessed. measuring approximately 20m x 10m. Internally, there is an office unit, a mezzanine level and an additional storage unit Services adjoining the building to the rear. This versatile building is Mains Electricity, Private Water (mains water available), currently used as a workshop, storage and office space. Private Drainage, Telephone

Council Tax Energy Performance Certificate Band H Band D

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ABERDEEN & NORTHERN (ESTATES) LIMITED www.anestates.co.uk Bogenraith Cottage This self contained single storey one bedroom cottage, located at the entrance to Bogenraith steading, provides additional residential accommodation which may be suitable for a farm employee. The accommodation is shown on the attached floor plan but in summary comprises:

Ground Floor Lobby, Open Plan Dining Kitchen and Living Room, Bedroom, Shower Room

The property benefits from LPG central heating and double glazing.

There are small areas of garden ground on three sides of the Bogenraith Cottage property with space for parking to the front. Services Mains Electricity, Private Water, Private Drainage

Council Tax Energy Performance Certificate Band C Band F

Sawmill Cottage Available by separate negotiation is Sawmill Cottage, a five bedroom detached property situated a short distance west of Bogenraith. This modern property has been finished to a high standard throughout and benefits from a detached double garage with a self-contained hobby room above. Further details are available at www.burnett-reid.co.uk. Asking Price - Offers over £535,000 Bogenraith Cottage

Sawmill Cottage Sawmill Cottage

ABERDEEN & NORTHERN (ESTATES) LIMITED www.anestates.co.uk Farm Buildings The farm buildings at Bogenraith are extensive and comprise a range of traditional and modern construction buildings extending to approximately 5,290 sq.m or thereby.

The farm buildings, with approximate sizes, include the following:

Traditional U-shaped steading 42m x 27m With General Purpose SPF infill Shed and workshop

General Purpose SPF Shed (machinery storage) 29m x 12m

Cattle Court with central feed pass 30m x 17m

Cattle accommodation including calving and bull pens. Adjoins Cubicle shed 41m x 13m Yard and handling area to rear with covered feed area

Cattle Courts / General Purpose storage 68m x 21m

General Storage Shed /Cattle Accommodation 23m x 9m Outside feeding area to south

Grain Store 30m x 12m

Grain dryer shed with overhang cover 16m x 9m

General Purpose SPF Shed (straw shed) 16m x 12m

Nissen shed 14m x 5m

Land The land included in lot 1 comprises 104Ha (257 acres) or thereby of IACS registered farmland, split into 14 fields with field 6 situated a short distance to the north. Forming a compact block of good sized arable fields, the land benefits from good roadside access and is being left in excellent heart.

According to the Macaulay Institute for Soil Research (now the James Hutton Institute), the agricultural land at Bogenraith is predominantly classified as grade 3(2) arable land with small areas of grade 4 land to the east. The land lies at an altitude of between 60m and 175m above sea level and is predominantly west facing in nature. A number of the fields are presently under 5 year Agri-Environment Climate Schemes (AECS) which commenced in 2017.

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ABERDEEN & NORTHERN (ESTATES) LIMITED www.anestates.co.uk Lot 2 - Land at Durris (Field 1)

This single field, extending to 15.2Ha (37.5 acres) or thereby, lies adjacent to the B9077 South Deeside road, close by to Durris House. According to the Macaulay Institute for Soil Research (now the James Hutton Institute), the land is classified as grade 3(2) arable land and lies at an altitude of between 40m and 75m above sea level.

Lot 2 benefits from excellent access directly off the B9077 and is in close proximity to the settlements of Peterculter, Banchory and Drumoak. The field is bordered by mature trees, providing shelter, and is currently under arable cultivation.

Lot 3 - Land at Durris (Field 16)

Lot 3 comprises a single field, extending to 3.65Ha (9 acres) or thereby, together with adjoining woodland which extends to 1.7Ha (4.2 acres) or thereby. According to the Macaulay Institute for Soil Research (now the James Hutton Institute), the land is classified as grade 3(2) arable land and lies at an altitude of between 80m and 110m above sea level.

Also benefitting from close proximity to the B9077 and nearby settlements, Lot 3 is easily accessible (from the minor road to the south-east). The field is surrounded by mature woodland which, together with the adjoining woodland, provides amenity and shelter to this field.

ABERDEEN & NORTHERN (ESTATES) LIMITED www.anestates.co.uk The land at Upper Muirskie North and South is situated in the hamlet of Denside of Durris and lies astride the minor public road running between Netherley and Kirkton of Durris. A number of the fields across Lots 4 and 5 are presently under 5 year Agri-Environment Climate Schemes (AECS) which commenced in 2017.

Lot 4 - Upper Muirskie North

The land at Upper Muirskie North is situated on the north side of the public road and extends to 40Ha (100 acres) or thereby of IACS registered farmland, split into 9 field parcels. This includes 3 small parcels of semi-mature mixed woodland. According to the Macaulay Institute for Soil Research (now the James Hutton Institute), the land is predominantly classified as grade 3(2) arable land with some areas of grade 4(1) and grade 4(2). The land is relatively flat in nature and lies at an altitude of between 130m and 160m above sea level.

Lot 4 benefits from good roadside access from either the Denside of Durris road or the small road to the north leading down to Bogfond. The land comprises good sized, well fenced field parcels and has mains water to two troughs. Field 19 is under Species Rich Grassland (Creation) Scheme.

Lot 5 - Upper Muirskie South

Upper Muirskie South is situated on the south side of the public road and extends to 54Ha (134 acres) or thereby of IACS registered farmland, split into 10 field parcels. Field 4 is a stand of semi-mature Sitka Spruce. According to the Macaulay Institute for Soil Research (now the James Hutton Institute), the land is classified as grade 3(2) and grade 4(2), is relatively flat in nature and lies at an altitude of between 130m and 160m above sea level.

Lot 5 also benefits from good roadside access from the Denside of Durris road. Fields 12, 13 and parts of fields 2 and 6 are under a Wader Grazed Grassland Scheme, part of field 2 to the south of the burn is under a Species Rich Grassland (creation) Scheme and Fields 1 and 7 are under a Habitat Mosaic Scheme.

ABERDEEN & NORTHERN (ESTATES) LIMITED www.anestates.co.uk Field Number FID Size 2018 Cropping Ha Acres Lot 1 2 NO/79859/96105 2.01 4.97 SB 3 NO/79903/95528 12.52 30.94 SB / TGRS2 4 NO/80063/95945 13.99 34.57 SB / TGRS2 5 NO/80295/95628 5.07 12.53 GCM / TGRS2 GCM / WBS / 6 NO/80323/97129 7.6 18.78 TGRS2 7 NO/80415/96172 10.4 25.70 SB / FALW 8 NO/80436/95872 8.65 21.37 SB / TGRS2 9 NO/80590/96074 0.62 1.53 PGRS 10 NO/80604/95963 0.23 0.57 PGRS 11 NO/80696/96400 10.59 26.17 SB / TGRS2 12 NO/80753/95804 7.9 19.52 SB / TGRS2 13 NO/80796/96100 5.07 12.53 PGRS 14 NO/81074/96014 9.97 24.64 SB 15 NO/81115/95804 9.27 22.91 WW / TGRS2 103.89 256.71

Lot 2 1 NO/79636/97032 14.28 35.29 SB / TGRS2 14.28 35.29

Lot 3 16 NO/79792/96667 3.65 9.02 ASSF 3.65 9.02

ABERDEEN & NORTHERN (ESTATES) LIMITED www.anestates.co.uk Field Number FID Size 2018 Cropping Ha Acres Lot 4 3 NO/82620/96043 8.67 21.42 SB / TGRS2/ EXCL 5 NO/82814/96174 0.22 0.54 TREES 8 NO/82982/96172 3.1 7.66 PGRS 9 NO/83010/96074 4.34 10.72 SB 11 NO/83169/96183 0.14 0.35 TREES 15 NO/83432/96171 7.7 19.03 SB / TGRS2 17 NO/83446/96409 0.92 2.27 TREES 18 NO/83509/96321 2.92 7.22 TGRS2 GCM / EXCL / 19 NO/83544/95966 12.36 30.54 FALW 40.37 99.75

Lot 5 1 NO/82588/95379 4.59 11.34 RGR 2 NO/82592/95689 13.95 34.47 GCM / TGRS2 4 NO/82675/95505 0.59 1.46 TREES 6 NO/82885/95819 7.61 18.80 SB / TGRS3 7 NO/82888/95513 8.65 21.37 RGR / EXCL 10 NO/83121/95917 3.9 9.64 SB 12 NO/83243/95694 4.73 11.69 TGRS2 13 NO/83267/95531 6.03 14.90 TGRS2 14 NO/83316/95849 3.85 9.51 PGRS 16 NO/83439/95659 0.54 1.33 EXCL 54.44 134.52

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