Category Archives: Rural Sales

Davidson & Robertson agency team joins Mayfair Office Group

Davidson & Robertson agency team joins Mayfair Office Group

The Agency team at Davidson & Robertson (D&R), has joined the London-based Mayfair Office Group, in a strategic move resulting in even stronger links within the national and international property market. As rural specialists covering Scotland and Northern England, the new relationship with Mayfair Office further strengthens D&R’s property offering, providing an influential platform to […]

Case Study: £4M sale of a prestige arable & beef finishing farm

D&R Case Study £4M Sale of a Prestige Arable & Beef Finishing Farm

A retiring farmer appointed D&R to manage the sale of a high-quality, well-maintained arable and beef finishing farm, valued at over £4 million. The property, in excellent condition with modern infrastructure, required a strategy that would attract serious buyers while maximising returns.  D&R created a detailed, professional brochure to showcase the farm’s strengths and implemented […]

What’s happening in the market in 2025

D&R What’s happening in the market in 2025

Last year’s tax announcements, saw a shift in attitudes and priorities from farming businesses who are now focusing on a longer term, strategic review of assets and opportunities.   We have seen a recurring theme, with smaller parcels of land coming to market as farmers choose to consolidate their assets, selling land away from the homestead […]

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 […]

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 […]

Buyer list grows as off-market sales continue

Davidson & Robertson Buyer list grows as off-market sales continue

 A growing number of rural properties are being sold privately (off-market). The decision to sell privately is a very personal one. Not everyone wants to be on the open market, and for those who don’t, the key reasons for choosing to sell off-market include: Discrete, private and confidential Prequalified ready to move, motivated buyers Cut […]

Rural property: more sellers are trusting D&R

Rural property more sellers are trusting D&R

This Spring, we’ve seen a fivefold increase in rural property owners approaching us to sell their properties.  The number coming to market is increasing, and more sellers are choosing us as their agent for both on and off-market sales. Confidence in what we can achieve for both buyers and sellers is very encouraging. Word spreads […]

The Scottish Land Reform Bill – how will it affect you?

Davidson & Robertson The Scottish Land Reform Bill – how will it affect you

The draft Land Reform (Scotland) Bill was introduced on the 13th of March 2024. It has yet to go through the full parliamentary process at Holyrood and is expected to be enacted later this year. It is likely to come into effect in phases. The Bill is a significant piece of legislation and will affect […]