Stonyfield Farm, Drumblade, Huntly, AB54 6AN

Charming small farm in a peaceful and elevated position, offering stunning panoramic views and exceptional potential - ideal for a range of rural pursuits.

Stonyfield Farm is located just 5 miles to the east of the historic town of Huntly in the county of Aberdeenshire. Originally known as Milton of Strathbogie in the 12th Century, the area was renamed ‘Huntly’ by Alexander, the 3rd Earl of Huntly in 1506. The settlement was later modernized and given its gridded layout in the 18th Century by the 4th Duke of Gordon, where it was officially given the name it is known by today.

Huntly is a bustling market town and boasts primary and secondary schooling as well as nursery provision along with a community hospital, GP practice and dentists. There is a plethora of essential conveniences including two major supermarkets, fuel stations, convenience stores, independent shops and cafés, and various leisure and sporting facilities. As well as regular bus services to and from Huntly, Huntly Train Station provides regular connections to Aberdeen and Inverness. Aberdeen City is around a 45-minute drive from Stonyfield, offering a range of retail, hospitality and events offerings befitting of the Energy Capital of Europe as well as excellent shopping and two world-class universities. Aberdeen International Airport is some 32 miles away, and offers a range of national and international flight connections.

Agriculture plays a key role in the local Aberdeenshire economy. Huntly is well-placed to serve the agricultural sector, offering dealerships, services and suppliers locally as well as a veterinary practice in the town itself. The local livestock market at Huntly and Thainstone Centre in Inverurie both hold regular weekly sheep and cattle sales throughout the year, attracting buyers from across the country. Local and national livestock haulage is easily supplied in the area.

Description

Stonyfield is a versatile and charming small farm which is well placed for seamlessly blending the qualities of rural peaceful living with the convenience of being a short drive from Huntly. This excellent rural package comprises an extended traditional farmhouse which has been recently adapted to provide a useful annexe for multi-generational living; large general purpose outbuilding, traditional steading, private woodlands, lush grass paddocks and two large ponds.

Entering the property from the yard area and patio, you walk straight into the well appointed farmhouse dining kitchen with double aspect windows. Leading through the short passage you pass the useful utility room and shower room, which leads into the large, bright living room. This room really is the heart of this home boasting a cosy woodburning stove and being flooded with natural light through the three large windows overlooking the duck pond. Off the central hallway is the vestibule with coat cupboard at the front door, under-stair storage which could easily be returned to a WC, feature staircase and the doorway into the annexe.

The well-proportioned annexe is extremely bright and airy with double aspect windows and private entrance straight into the garden spaces. There is built-in storage and a small WC / kitchenette and en-suite bedroom. This space could very easily be returned to being two separate en-suite bedrooms to provide five bedrooms overall.

On the first floor there is a large room-in-roof bedroom with small bedroom leading off, family bathroom and the master bedroom which comprises masses of built-in storage and useful walk-in attic room.

General Purpose Shed

The steel portal frame shed, measuring approximately 24m x 18m has most recently been used for the rearing and housing of laying hens and ducks, however, has the versatility to be returned to a large open plan building for a variety of uses. For those looking to convert the building into equestrian use, there are three existing concrete stable boxes in place which can be added to with lots of space for adding new purpose-built boxes. The building has been fitted with electric and water and features double sliding doors at both ends. The building has a concrete floor and is clad with metal box profile sheeting. There is space to extend the building, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

Traditional Steading

The traditional buildings situated to the north of the farmhouse provides useful storage and a sheltered courtyard area in the square. The steadings have development potential, subject to obtaining all necessary consents. The vendors had historically looked to develop the site for holiday let

accommodation and have an indicative plan which can be shared if interested. The site has previously had planning permission for the development of the steading into three residential units and a business unit (APP/2007/0555).

Property Details

Home Report:

Home Report available online.

EPC:

Band E.

Council Tax:

Band F.

Services:

Private water, mains electricity. Oil central heating and woodburning stoves. Private drainage to septic tank. Water and electric to buildings. Water to fields.

Included in Sale:

House:

All floor coverings, blinds, curtains, light fittings and shades.

Externally:

All fencing and gates, pens in shed (if required). Mobile poultry houses in paddocks, feed bins, feeders and drinkers, feed, bedding, egg packing equipment and materials all available by separate negotiation. Livestock also available by separate negotiation if required.

The Land

The IACS Registered land at Stonyfield comprises four parcels which have been sub-divided to provide several smaller paddocks. The land is all classified as Grade 3(2) by the James Hutton Institute and lies 162m to 188m above sea level. Each paddock has access to piped water. The land has been used for the grazing of livestock and poultry since 2023 but would be well suited to cropping or equestrian use. For those looking to keep horses, good hacking is available direct from the farm and nearby, with The Cabin Equestrian Centre located around 23 miles south-east, whilst Bogenraith Equestrian Centre is around 43 miles south.

Stoneyfield Stone Circle

The remains of the Stoneyfield Stone Circle is a scheduled monument, located in the paddock to the north of the farm. The protected site is listed as a prehistoric ritual and funerary. It is believed that the stone circle originally consisted of twelve stones with only two now standing.

Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)

BPS Entitlements available by separate negotiation. It is understood there are 5.02 units of Region 1 and 1.65 units of Region 2 entitlements available with the property. Non LFA. Payments relating to the 2026 scheme year to be retained by the vendor.

Directions

From Huntly, head south on the A96 for around 3 miles and turn off to left for ’Thomastown’. Continue along this road through the hamlet of Thomastown until you reach the staggered junction. Continue straight ahead where Stonyfield Farm is located on your right hand side after around 0.5 mile.

Viewings

To arrange a formal viewing contact Aberdeen & Northern Estates on 01467 623800 (Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm).

Health & Safety

Caution and due care should be exercised at all times during any viewing or inspection particularly in relation to any livestock present, working machinery or materials and equipment.

Services:

Private drainage, private water & mains electricity. uPVC double glazing. Oil central heating.

Local Authority:

Aberdeenshire Council, 23-25 Gordon Street, Huntly, AB54 8AL

EPC:

Band E

Council Tax:

Band F

Entry:

By arrangement BPS Entitlements: Available by separate negotiation.

Mineral Rights & Sporting Rights:

Included in the sale, insofar as they are owned.

Note:

Prospective purchasers should note that unless their interest in the property is formally intimated to the selling agents following inspection, the agents cannot guarantee that notice of a closing date for offers will be advised and consequently the property may be sold without notice.