Mill Of Elrick Fish Farm, Auchnagatt, Ellon, Aberdeenshire, AB41 8US

Mill of Elrick Fish Farm, Auchnagatt, formerly a fish farm & fishery, offers an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a detached rural home set within approximately six acres of picturesque grounds, complete with a loch and extensive outbuildings and former fish farm infrastructure, presenting extraordinary scope for a variety of uses subject to the necessary consents, whether that be lifestyle, smallholding, tourism, or business venture, with the setting alone providing immediate appeal thanks to the sweeping open countryside, tranquil water feature and sense of complete privacy balanced with accessibility. The property falls within the catchment area for Auchnagatt Primary School and Ellon Academy for secondary education. Full fibre broadband connectivity is also available to the property, subject to connection if required. The accommodation within the main dwelling is well proportioned and functional, comprising a welcoming entrance hallway providing access to the principal ground floor rooms, including a bright and generously sized lounge with focal fireplace and large window allowing natural light to flood the space, an open plan kitchen and diner which forms the heart of the home, fitted with a range of base and wall units and enjoying pleasant outlooks across the garden and loch beyond, creating an excellent everyday family space; additionally, there is a downstairs bedroom, a useful utility room with external access, providing further practicality for country living, along with a ground floor bathroom and storage which adds flexibility to the layout. On the upper level, the property offers a selection of well-proportioned bedrooms, all enjoying a peaceful outlook over the surrounding land, accompanied by further storage and a bathroom, creating comfortable family accommodation that, whilst perfectly liveable, also presents clear potential for modernisation or reconfiguration to suit a purchaser’s requirements, allowing the next owner to truly make the home their own. Externally is where this property truly excels and sets itself apart. The grounds extending to approximately six acres incorporating a mix of lawn, 1.5 acres of mixed woodland, mature planting, open areas and a loch covering 2 acres (which is bound by the Ebrie Burn and Mill Lade) forming a striking focal point and offering both visual appeal and further possibilities. This unique situation supports a wealth of wild life and provides excellent versatility, suitable for hobby farming, horticulture or leisure purposes, all within a peaceful rural environment. The Buchan line runs adjacent to the property and offers excellent walking trails. There are a significant range of outbuildings that further elevate the property and provide a wealth of opportunity for redevelopment. These include: a three storey stone built mill, with its own electricity supply, fast car charger port and solar panels. An additional large workshop, a 6 metre polytunnel and two kennels all have their own electricity and water supply. The overall package combines a solid and comfortable home with outstanding external assets, where the true value lies not only in what exists but in what could be created, making this an exciting and highly adaptable purchase for buyers with vision, whether looking to establish a rural business, develop tourism accommodation, create a bespoke lifestyle property or simply enjoy an expansive countryside setting with privacy and character. The potential here is truly exceptional, and early viewing is essential to fully appreciate the scale, setting and opportunities that Mill of Elrick Fish Farm has to offer. All fitted floor coverings, curtains, blinds, light fittings and light shades will remain as part of the sale, together with the hob, double oven and extractor fan. Two wall mirrors in the bedroom and hallway upstairs will remain along with a large drawing in the downstairs hallway. Most of the furniture can be left if the purchaser requires. Various gardening equipment can be purchased by separate negotiation.

Floor area: 174.0 sq m