Borrowhill Farmhouse, Strichen, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire, AB43 6TJ

Detached 2 public room. 3 bedroom farmhouse

Stables & various outbuildings

Equestrian Indoor & outdoor arena

Around 4 acres of grass paddocks

Around 5.6 acres in total

Idyllic countryside setting

5.6 acres

Situated in the heart of rural Aberdeenshire, Borrowhill Farmhouse is an exceptionally attractive lifestyle property that has been meticulously maintained and beautifully presented by its current owners. Occupying an elevated south facing position, the farmhouse enjoys lovely open views across its gardens and paddock, while offering spacious and comfortable accommodation arranged over two floors.

The ground floor provides excellent family living space, with a lounge featuring a wood-burning stove. A separate sitting room offers additional family living space, while the modern kitchen forms the heart of the home, with ample space for both dining and informal seating. Adjacent to the kitchen is a practical utility room providing additional storage, and a useful study is ideal for those working from home.

Completing the ground floor is an impressive family bathroom, featuring a walk-in shower and separate bath. Upstairs, there are three generously proportioned double bedrooms, all enjoying attractive views of the surrounding countryside, together with a contemporary shower room.

Outside, the mature, enclosed gardens create a wonderful setting for families to enjoy the rural surroundings. The grounds include a productive kitchen garden, a polytunnel and a small orchard planted with young fruit trees.

Extending to approximately 5.6 acres in total, Borrowhill offers an outstanding opportunity for those seeking a country lifestyle. Around 4 acres comprise a grass paddock, while a range of traditional outbuildings provide extensive storage and workspace.

The property’s excellent equestrian facilities include both indoor and outdoor riding arenas, along with stabling for several horses, making it an ideal purchase for those with equestrian interests. Equally, the land and outbuildings lend themselves perfectly to keeping animals, or simply enjoying the privacy, space and freedom of a rural lifestyle

Accommodation

Ground Floor: Entrance hall, lounge, sitting room, dining kitchen, utility room & office, Bathroom and separate cloakroom.

First Floor: Master bedroom, bedroom 1, bedroom 2 & shower room.

Garden Grounds

The property benefits from a gated entrance and a recently gravelled driveway providing ample parking for several vehicles. The outdoor sand arena has been covered with membrane and levelled with gravel, creating a low-maintenance area with excellent versatility. It could readily be reinstated as a sand arena if required. The garden grounds feature a combination of landscaped planting and wildflower areas, creating an attractive and diverse outdoor environment. The garden sections are fully fenced with secure gates making it ideal for family and pets. A lovely feature of the garden is the large polytunnel which has proved productive for the current owner and will be left as part of the sale, there is also a small orchard with established fruit trees and raised vegetable beds.

Land & Outbuildings

The entire boundary of Barrowhill Farmhouse extends to around 5.6 acres, of which 4 acres are a fenced grass paddock.

Various traditional outbuildings provide excellent storage for machinery, hay & general purpose. There is stabling for 6 horses and ample space for additional stabling if required. The indoor sand arena had a new anti-condensation roof fitted in March 2026.

Tenure - Freehold

Local Authority - Aberdeenshire

Council Tax - Band E

EPC - Band D

Services

Mains electricity and private water are connected | Private drainage to septic tank | Oil fired central heating

Situation

Borrowhill Farmhouse occupies an attractive rural position on the outskirts of Strichen, enjoying a peaceful countryside setting whilst remaining conveniently located for access to the surrounding towns and the wider north-east. Mintlaw is approximately 8 miles away, with Fraserburgh and Peterhead also within easy reach, providing a comprehensive range of shopping, schooling, professional and recreational facilities. The property is also well placed for Aberdeen, which is approximately 35 miles to the south, offering extensive retail, leisure, cultural and business facilities, together with excellent transport connections. Aberdeen International Airport is readily accessible, providing convenient domestic and international air links. Borrowhill Farmhouse enjoys a wonderful sense of privacy, space and tranquillity, surrounded by attractive open countryside. The rural setting also offers excellent opportunities for those with equestrian or agricultural interests, with the surrounding land and grounds providing considerable versatility.