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Map4 bedroom detached house
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Detached house
4 beds
2 baths
522.00 acre(s)
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Service charge: £0 per annum
Council tax: Band D
Features and description
- 3 - 4 bedroom Farmhouse
- Traditional courtyard of farm buildings
- Range of modern livestock buildings
- About 522 acres
- For sale as a whole or in two lots
- EPC Rating = E
A mixed arable and grass stock rearing farm in Ayrshire.
Description
DESCRIPTION
Potterston is a productive arable and grassland farm with a period stone and slate farmhouse, a range of traditional buildings, various modern buildings and a total of about 522.81 acres of farmland which is predominantly within a ring-fenced block.
Potterston Farm has been contract farmed for the last seven years with a beef, sheep and arable enterprise. The sale of the farm forms the perfect opportunity to create an owner- occupied unit with the benefits of a farmhouse, a traditional range of buildings that could be redeveloped (subject to appropriate consents), substantial modern buildings for the purposes of beef and sheep production and consistent quality of farmland.
LOT 1 - POTTERSTON FARM
POTTERSTON FARMHOUSE
The farmhouse is located to the south of the farm steading, adjoining the traditional farm buildings to create an attractive courtyard area to the rear of the dwelling. The house is constructed of stone and slate with a lean to porch area to the back and a UPVC conservatory at the front. Access from the courtyard is via the porch area, where the boiler is located, which leads into the hallway, off which is the large family dining kitchen with modern floor and wall units and integrated appliances. There are two reception rooms giving plenty of scope for a both a sitting room plus a family room or home office. Completing the ground floor is a shower room and bathroom.
On the first floor there are three generous bedrooms with a dressing room / further bedroom off the third.
There is a south facing garden enclosed by tall hedges to the front of the farmhouse.
The farmhouse has been unoccupied since 2020. It would benefit from refurbishment works throughout prior to occupation.
FARM BUILDINGS
Cattle courts, cattle shed, Dutch barn & general purpose shed, high level slatted shed, silage pit.
LAND
In total the land at Potterston extends to about 473.76 acres and is relatively level or undulating with an altitude ranging from 80 metres to 132 metres above sea level. It is classified by the James Hutton Institute of Soil Research as a mixture of Classes 3 and 4. The farmland is predominantly arable with the exception of areas of permanent pasture. The majority of fields are accessed either from internal tracks or the public roads surrounding the farm. There are two underpasses below the railway line, one suitable for tractor and trailer and the other for pedestrian / quad bike only. The fields are watered by troughs or a natural supply.
LOT 2 - LAND AND FISHING AT SKELDON MAINS
Lot 2 extends to about 49.05 acres of permanent pasture. Originally part of Skeldon Mains, the land lies to the southwest of Potterston and is classified as Class 3 according to the James Hutton Institute of Soil Research.
All of the farmland is classified as being in a Less Favoured Area (LFA) for the purpose of grants and subsidies.
FISHING RIGHTS
Lot 2 includes approximately 0.9 miles of double bank fishing on the River Doon.
GENERAL REMARKS AND INFORMATION
VIEWING - Strictly by appointment with Savills. Given the potential hazards of a working farm, we request you take care when viewing the property, especially around the farmyard.
ENTRY AND POSSESSION - Vacant possession will be given on entry which will be by arrangement.
INGOING VALUATION - The purchaser of Potterston shall, in addition to the purchase price, be obliged to take over and pay for at a valuation to be agreed between two valuers, one acting for each party, or an arbiter appointed by the valuers, or failing agreement as to the appointment by the President, for the time being, of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Scottish branch), the following:
All hay, straw, fodder, roots, silage and farmyard manure and other produce at market value.
All growing crops, on a seeds, labour, lime, fertilisier, sprays and machinery basis with an increment representing the enhanced value of the establishment and age of such crops.
All oils, fuel, fertilisers, sprays, chemicals, seeds and sundries at cost.
Note: If the amount of the valuations has not been agreed on the date fixed for completion, then the purchaser shall pay to the seller such a sum as Savills shall certify on account at the valuation pending agreement. Should the payment not be made within seven days then the interest will become payable on outstanding monies at 5% over Bank of Scotland following rate.
FIXTURES & FITTINGS - The sale includes all fitted carpets, curtains and white goods in the farmhouse.
Location
SITUATION - Dalrymple 1.5 miles, Ayr 8 miles, Glasgow 43 miles
Potterston Farm is situated in the scenic countryside of East Ayrshire with outstanding views over the surrounding rolling farmland interspersed with woodland in the Doon Valley. The area is renowned for its productive dairy and stock farms as a result of the mild and wet climate creating perfect grass growing conditions.
The village of Dalrymple is about 1.5 miles away and has a primary school, local shop, restaurant and post office. The market town of Ayr has a wider range of professional services and amenities including banking, supermarkets, high street shopping, restaurants, primary, secondary and private schooling, further education campuses (including the Scottish Rural University College (SRUC) Ayrshire campus) and a railway station. There is also a first class racecourse which is the home of the Scottish Grand National meeting held annually in spring. Ayr United, formed in 1910, is the local football team and there are both rugby and cricket clubs in the town. Ayr also has a swimming pool, ten pin bowling, an ice rink and a choice of golf courses as well as river and park walks. The nearest livestock market is on the outskirts of Ayr.
Travel connections in the area are good with excellent access to the A77 (only 3 miles to the west), linking the ferry port at Cairnryan (near Stranraer) to Glasgow, while the international airports at Glasgow Prestwick and Glasgow International are 12 and 45 miles north respectively.
Ayrshire is a scenic mix of rolling landscapes, extensive woodlands and rugged coastline, making for an interesting and attractive setting and providing a wealth of opportunities for outdoor pursuits including golf (several courses around Ayr, Patna Golf Course and Doon Valley), shooting, cycling, hill walking and watersports. Championship links golf courses can be found at Troon and Turnberry.
Acreage: 522 Acres
Directions
From the A77 take the A713, signposted for Dalmellington and Castle Douglas, past Ayr Hospital. After approximately 3 miles turn right onto the B742 (signposted for Dalrymple) and then take the first left after about a mile onto an unnamed public road. The farm road end for Potterston is the first on the right hand side. The postcode is KA6 6AN.
Additional Info
SERVITUDE RIGHTS, BURDENS, WAYLEAVES AND STATUTORY PUBLIC AND OTHER ACCESS RIGHTS - The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing servitude and wayleave rights, including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private. The property is also sold subject to the rights of public access under the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003. The purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied themselves as to the nature of all such servitude rights and others following their solicitors’ examination of the title deeds.
Monkreddan Lodge (located on the farm road) is owned by a 3rd party with rights of access over the Potterston Farm road.
The septic tank for Monkreddan Lodge is located within Potterston Wood with rights of access in favour of the owners of the lodge for the purposes in connection with the maintenance, inspection and repair of the septic tank.
RIGHTS OF PRE-EMPTION - The land at Skeldon Mains (Lot 2) is subject to a right of pre-emption in favour of the owners of Skeldon Estate.
BASIC PAYMENT ENTITLEMENT SCHEME (BPSE) - The Basic Payment Scheme entitlements are included in the sale. There are 198.32 units of Region 1 entitlements with a value of €164.52 per unit.
LESS FAVOURED AREAS SUPPORT SCHEME (LFASS) - Both Potterston Farm and the land at Skeldon Mains lie wholly within a Less Favoured Area.
CROSS COMPLIANCE - The payments due under the scheme in relation to the years up to and including the current farming year will be retained by the sellers. The purchaser will be required to ensure that all cross compliance requirements and standards are maintained on the farm during the year to 31 December 2022.
SPORTING, MINERAL AND TIMBER - In so far as they are owned, the sporting, mineral and timber rights are included in the sale. All standing and fallen timber will be included within the sale.
SOLICITORS - Morton Fraser, Quartermile Two, 2 Lister Square, Edinburgh, EH3 9GL. [use Contact Agent Button]
LOCAL AUTHORITY - East Ayrshire Council, London Road, Kilmarnock, KA3 7BU. [use Contact Agent Button]
SERVICES, OCCUPANCY, COUNCIL TAX AND ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATING - Potterston Farmhouse. Vacant. Oil fired central heating, private drainage, mains water and electricity. Council Tax Band D. EPC Rating E.
OFFERS - Offers in Scottish Legal Form are to be submitted to the selling agents, Savills, 28 Castle Street, Dumfries, DG1 1DG. A closing date for offers may be fixed, and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the selling agents following inspection.
STIPULATIONS
DEPOSIT - Within 7 days of the conclusion of missives a non-returnable deposit of 10% of the purchase price shall be paid.
The balance of the purchase price will fall due for payment at the date of entry (whether entry is taken or not) with interest accruing thereon at the rate of 5% above Bank of Scotland base rate. No consignation shall be effectual in avoiding such interest.
DISPUTES - Should any discrepancy arise as to the boundaries or any points arise on the Remarks, Stipulations or Plan or the interpretation of any of them, the question shall be referred to the arbitration of the selling agents whose decision acring as experts, shall be final.
PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES - These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been carefully checked and computed by the selling agents and the purchaser shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the description of the property and any error or mis-statement shall not annul the sale nor entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof.
FINANCIAL REFERENCE - Any offer by a purchaser(s) which is to be supported by a loan agreement must be accompanied by supporting documents for the satisfaction of the seller. Any offer by a purchaser(s) who is resident outwith the United Kingdom must be accompanied by a guarantee from a banker who is acceptable to the sellers.
LOTTING - It is intended to offer the property for sale as described but the seller reserved the right to divide the property into lots or to withdraw the property, or to exclude any property shown in these particulars.
GENERALLY - Should there be any discrepancy between these particulars, the General Remarks and Information, Stipulations and the Missives of Sale, the latter shall prevail.
APPORTIONMENTS - The Council Tax and all other outgoings shall be apportioned between the seller and the purchaser(s) as at the date of entry.
Description
DESCRIPTION
Potterston is a productive arable and grassland farm with a period stone and slate farmhouse, a range of traditional buildings, various modern buildings and a total of about 522.81 acres of farmland which is predominantly within a ring-fenced block.
Potterston Farm has been contract farmed for the last seven years with a beef, sheep and arable enterprise. The sale of the farm forms the perfect opportunity to create an owner- occupied unit with the benefits of a farmhouse, a traditional range of buildings that could be redeveloped (subject to appropriate consents), substantial modern buildings for the purposes of beef and sheep production and consistent quality of farmland.
LOT 1 - POTTERSTON FARM
POTTERSTON FARMHOUSE
The farmhouse is located to the south of the farm steading, adjoining the traditional farm buildings to create an attractive courtyard area to the rear of the dwelling. The house is constructed of stone and slate with a lean to porch area to the back and a UPVC conservatory at the front. Access from the courtyard is via the porch area, where the boiler is located, which leads into the hallway, off which is the large family dining kitchen with modern floor and wall units and integrated appliances. There are two reception rooms giving plenty of scope for a both a sitting room plus a family room or home office. Completing the ground floor is a shower room and bathroom.
On the first floor there are three generous bedrooms with a dressing room / further bedroom off the third.
There is a south facing garden enclosed by tall hedges to the front of the farmhouse.
The farmhouse has been unoccupied since 2020. It would benefit from refurbishment works throughout prior to occupation.
FARM BUILDINGS
Cattle courts, cattle shed, Dutch barn & general purpose shed, high level slatted shed, silage pit.
LAND
In total the land at Potterston extends to about 473.76 acres and is relatively level or undulating with an altitude ranging from 80 metres to 132 metres above sea level. It is classified by the James Hutton Institute of Soil Research as a mixture of Classes 3 and 4. The farmland is predominantly arable with the exception of areas of permanent pasture. The majority of fields are accessed either from internal tracks or the public roads surrounding the farm. There are two underpasses below the railway line, one suitable for tractor and trailer and the other for pedestrian / quad bike only. The fields are watered by troughs or a natural supply.
LOT 2 - LAND AND FISHING AT SKELDON MAINS
Lot 2 extends to about 49.05 acres of permanent pasture. Originally part of Skeldon Mains, the land lies to the southwest of Potterston and is classified as Class 3 according to the James Hutton Institute of Soil Research.
All of the farmland is classified as being in a Less Favoured Area (LFA) for the purpose of grants and subsidies.
FISHING RIGHTS
Lot 2 includes approximately 0.9 miles of double bank fishing on the River Doon.
GENERAL REMARKS AND INFORMATION
VIEWING - Strictly by appointment with Savills. Given the potential hazards of a working farm, we request you take care when viewing the property, especially around the farmyard.
ENTRY AND POSSESSION - Vacant possession will be given on entry which will be by arrangement.
INGOING VALUATION - The purchaser of Potterston shall, in addition to the purchase price, be obliged to take over and pay for at a valuation to be agreed between two valuers, one acting for each party, or an arbiter appointed by the valuers, or failing agreement as to the appointment by the President, for the time being, of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Scottish branch), the following:
All hay, straw, fodder, roots, silage and farmyard manure and other produce at market value.
All growing crops, on a seeds, labour, lime, fertilisier, sprays and machinery basis with an increment representing the enhanced value of the establishment and age of such crops.
All oils, fuel, fertilisers, sprays, chemicals, seeds and sundries at cost.
Note: If the amount of the valuations has not been agreed on the date fixed for completion, then the purchaser shall pay to the seller such a sum as Savills shall certify on account at the valuation pending agreement. Should the payment not be made within seven days then the interest will become payable on outstanding monies at 5% over Bank of Scotland following rate.
FIXTURES & FITTINGS - The sale includes all fitted carpets, curtains and white goods in the farmhouse.
Location
SITUATION - Dalrymple 1.5 miles, Ayr 8 miles, Glasgow 43 miles
Potterston Farm is situated in the scenic countryside of East Ayrshire with outstanding views over the surrounding rolling farmland interspersed with woodland in the Doon Valley. The area is renowned for its productive dairy and stock farms as a result of the mild and wet climate creating perfect grass growing conditions.
The village of Dalrymple is about 1.5 miles away and has a primary school, local shop, restaurant and post office. The market town of Ayr has a wider range of professional services and amenities including banking, supermarkets, high street shopping, restaurants, primary, secondary and private schooling, further education campuses (including the Scottish Rural University College (SRUC) Ayrshire campus) and a railway station. There is also a first class racecourse which is the home of the Scottish Grand National meeting held annually in spring. Ayr United, formed in 1910, is the local football team and there are both rugby and cricket clubs in the town. Ayr also has a swimming pool, ten pin bowling, an ice rink and a choice of golf courses as well as river and park walks. The nearest livestock market is on the outskirts of Ayr.
Travel connections in the area are good with excellent access to the A77 (only 3 miles to the west), linking the ferry port at Cairnryan (near Stranraer) to Glasgow, while the international airports at Glasgow Prestwick and Glasgow International are 12 and 45 miles north respectively.
Ayrshire is a scenic mix of rolling landscapes, extensive woodlands and rugged coastline, making for an interesting and attractive setting and providing a wealth of opportunities for outdoor pursuits including golf (several courses around Ayr, Patna Golf Course and Doon Valley), shooting, cycling, hill walking and watersports. Championship links golf courses can be found at Troon and Turnberry.
Acreage: 522 Acres
Directions
From the A77 take the A713, signposted for Dalmellington and Castle Douglas, past Ayr Hospital. After approximately 3 miles turn right onto the B742 (signposted for Dalrymple) and then take the first left after about a mile onto an unnamed public road. The farm road end for Potterston is the first on the right hand side. The postcode is KA6 6AN.
Additional Info
SERVITUDE RIGHTS, BURDENS, WAYLEAVES AND STATUTORY PUBLIC AND OTHER ACCESS RIGHTS - The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing servitude and wayleave rights, including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private. The property is also sold subject to the rights of public access under the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003. The purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied themselves as to the nature of all such servitude rights and others following their solicitors’ examination of the title deeds.
Monkreddan Lodge (located on the farm road) is owned by a 3rd party with rights of access over the Potterston Farm road.
The septic tank for Monkreddan Lodge is located within Potterston Wood with rights of access in favour of the owners of the lodge for the purposes in connection with the maintenance, inspection and repair of the septic tank.
RIGHTS OF PRE-EMPTION - The land at Skeldon Mains (Lot 2) is subject to a right of pre-emption in favour of the owners of Skeldon Estate.
BASIC PAYMENT ENTITLEMENT SCHEME (BPSE) - The Basic Payment Scheme entitlements are included in the sale. There are 198.32 units of Region 1 entitlements with a value of €164.52 per unit.
LESS FAVOURED AREAS SUPPORT SCHEME (LFASS) - Both Potterston Farm and the land at Skeldon Mains lie wholly within a Less Favoured Area.
CROSS COMPLIANCE - The payments due under the scheme in relation to the years up to and including the current farming year will be retained by the sellers. The purchaser will be required to ensure that all cross compliance requirements and standards are maintained on the farm during the year to 31 December 2022.
SPORTING, MINERAL AND TIMBER - In so far as they are owned, the sporting, mineral and timber rights are included in the sale. All standing and fallen timber will be included within the sale.
SOLICITORS - Morton Fraser, Quartermile Two, 2 Lister Square, Edinburgh, EH3 9GL. [use Contact Agent Button]
LOCAL AUTHORITY - East Ayrshire Council, London Road, Kilmarnock, KA3 7BU. [use Contact Agent Button]
SERVICES, OCCUPANCY, COUNCIL TAX AND ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATING - Potterston Farmhouse. Vacant. Oil fired central heating, private drainage, mains water and electricity. Council Tax Band D. EPC Rating E.
OFFERS - Offers in Scottish Legal Form are to be submitted to the selling agents, Savills, 28 Castle Street, Dumfries, DG1 1DG. A closing date for offers may be fixed, and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the selling agents following inspection.
STIPULATIONS
DEPOSIT - Within 7 days of the conclusion of missives a non-returnable deposit of 10% of the purchase price shall be paid.
The balance of the purchase price will fall due for payment at the date of entry (whether entry is taken or not) with interest accruing thereon at the rate of 5% above Bank of Scotland base rate. No consignation shall be effectual in avoiding such interest.
DISPUTES - Should any discrepancy arise as to the boundaries or any points arise on the Remarks, Stipulations or Plan or the interpretation of any of them, the question shall be referred to the arbitration of the selling agents whose decision acring as experts, shall be final.
PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES - These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been carefully checked and computed by the selling agents and the purchaser shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the description of the property and any error or mis-statement shall not annul the sale nor entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof.
FINANCIAL REFERENCE - Any offer by a purchaser(s) which is to be supported by a loan agreement must be accompanied by supporting documents for the satisfaction of the seller. Any offer by a purchaser(s) who is resident outwith the United Kingdom must be accompanied by a guarantee from a banker who is acceptable to the sellers.
LOTTING - It is intended to offer the property for sale as described but the seller reserved the right to divide the property into lots or to withdraw the property, or to exclude any property shown in these particulars.
GENERALLY - Should there be any discrepancy between these particulars, the General Remarks and Information, Stipulations and the Missives of Sale, the latter shall prevail.
APPORTIONMENTS - The Council Tax and all other outgoings shall be apportioned between the seller and the purchaser(s) as at the date of entry.
About this agent
Savills Dumfries has been a fixture in the town for more than half a century. During this time, we have become south west Scotland’s acknowledged authority across all types of rural property agency. Our team of 35 can help you with rural estate and farm management, landlord and tenant discussions, building surveying and architecture, forestry, farm agency, valuations and residential lettings from our central Dumfries base. We roam far and wide across Dumfries & Galloway, plus Ayrshire. Our historic links with major clients such as the Crown Estate Scotland and a number of prominent Dumfriesshire families reflect the scale of work we continue to do for substantial landed estates, and the loyalty which has led to long-term trusted working relationships. Most visited website Savills.co.uk is the most visited UK national estate agency website, averaging over 2.4 million visits a month in 2020, and recording over 3.1 million visits in January 2021. Global exposure Our site is available in 22 languages including English, Chinese, Spanish and Russian. This guarantees your property will have the global exposure it deserves as well as providing access to more buyers via our website. Put simply, because we get more qualified visits, you get more opportunities to sell.