Category Archives: Rural Property

Case Study: Successful sale of a highly desirable farm in Machars

Case Study Successful sale of a highly desirable Mindork Farm in Machars Davidson & Robertson

Mindork Farm is a mixed livestock farm in the scenic Machars area. The property was brought to market in two lots with the first offering a five-bedroom traditional farmhouse, steading and approximately 144 acres, and the second lot offering 39 acres of land.  Our client, Mr Walker, decided to explore his options for the future […]

Buoyant property sales growth despite more challenging market

Drystone wall, farmers gate, Lake District Cumbria Rural

There are positive signs in the property market, despite the challenges of 2024. Last year we saw 100% growth – both in terms of tender enquiries and instructions to sell. Chris Edmunds, D&R Director and Head of Agency said: Our visibility significantly increased last year, and we completed sales on some exceptional farms, good quality […]

Case Study: Successful sale of sought-after Ayrshire Farm

Case Study Successful sale of sought-after Ayrshire Farm Bogend Farm

When Andrew Forrest, a second-generation farmer in rural Ayrshire, decided to sell his farm due to having no next generation to take the farm on, he faced the daunting challenge of navigating rural real estate. With decades of memories tied to the land, Andrew sought a local rural property firm with local, regional, and national […]

A proactive approach needed in 2025 when selling property

The 2024 property market has been slower across the board with little growth, largely driven by higher interest rates, poor weather, and a general election. Buyers have been more cautious, and some owners delayed sales to later this year, or even leaving it until 2025. Despite these challenges, D&R have bucked this trend. Our proactive […]

A secluded Scottish home with flexible commercial business potential

Davidson & Robertson A secluded Scottish home with flexible commercial business potential Girdwoodend

Secluded but not isolated, Girdwoodend in South Lanarkshire is a well-positioned lifestyle property with varied commercial potential. There is a stunning four bedroom farmhouse, extensive commercial outbuildings, a studio, and over 10 acres of garden, woodland and pond to enjoy. The smallholding is currently run as a home with a hardwood timber business and school […]