Linton Burnfoot
Linton Burnfoot, Kelso, Roxburghshire, TD5 8AG
Guide Price
£3,100,000
Residential Tags: Farmhouse
Property Tags: Equestrian, Livestock Farm, Solar Energy, Traditional Buildings, Walled Garden
Land Tags: Arable Land, Contract Farm, Paddock, Pasture Land, Permanent Pasture, Woodland
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Jul 2022
- Removed: Oct 2022
- Residential Tags: Farmhouse
- Property Tags: Equestrian, Livestock Farm, Solar Energy, Traditional Buildings, Walled Garden
- Land Tags: Arable Land, Contract Farm, Paddock, Pasture Land, Permanent Pasture, Woodland
A SPECTACULAR MIXED FARM WITH A FIRST CLASS SHOOT
Description
Linton Burnfoot is an exceptional agricultural and sporting property with outstanding amenity and opportunities for development and diversification. At its core lies an attractive period house surrounded by extensive grounds including a walled garden. The gently rolling land extends to 540 acres and is characterised by a wonderful wooded dene running from the steading to a large pond towards the centre of the holding.
The farm is accessed off a minor public road and benefits from a front drive leading to the house and a secondary entrance serving the farm steading. The land is contained within a ring fence and rises from 90 metres in the southwestern corner near the Kale Water to 270 metres in the field aptly named High Side. From here and a number of vantage points there are truly spectacular panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.
Linton Burnfoot has been run as a stock farm in recent years with an emphasis on producing fat lambs finished off grass. It currently carries 1,200 breeding ewes and 300 ewe hoggs and is run under the terms of a contract farming agreement which comes to an end on 30 November 2022. Whilst a majority of the farm is currently down to grass, up to about 250 acres have been cropped with cereals in the past. The holding is entirely self-sufficient in terms of silage production, with about 50 - 60 acres of silage cut and baled each year.
The farm is equipped with a range of predominantly traditional buildings and a large modern general purpose shed fitted with roof mounted photovoltaic panels. The buildings have been well maintained and largely utilised for storage and stock housing but offer potential for development subject to obtaining the necessary consents.
The woodlands across the farm have been managed and maintained, with amenity, shelter and sporting benefits in mind. In addition to these existing woodlands, there may be potential for the creation of either new native woodlands or commercial forestry. With sensitive planting, both the shooting and amenity could be enhanced.
For the sporting enthusiast, Linton Burnfoot offers an exceptional driven shoot of the highest quality. The 36 acres of established woodland combined with the farm’s natural topography and the strategically positioned game crops form the foundations of this challenging shoot. There are eight named drives which offer variety and flexibility according to the weather. In addition, there are two flight ponds providing exciting sport.
The farm is offered for sale as a whole or in the following three lots:
Lot 1: Linton Burnfoot Farmhouse, steading and paddocks extending to 15 acres in total.
Lot 2: Linton Burnfoot Farm extending to 485 acres in total.
Lot 3: Two arable fields with good roadside access extending to 39 acres in total.
Location
With the Cheviot Hills to the south, and the more open farmland of Berwickshire to the north, the central Scottish Borders offer some of the most beautiful and varied countryside in the south of Scotland. Linton Burnfoot sits at the foot of Linton Hill in a picturesque valley spanning the Kale Water. This unspoilt and tranquil setting remains very accessible but remarkably private.
The Scottish Borders is renowned for its productive farmland and forestry, high quality country sports and diverse landscapes. The nearby River Tweed is one of Scotland’s finest salmon rivers, and there are well-managed grouse moors to the northeast in the Lammermuir Hills. Aside from Linton Burnfoot’s own sportings, there are opportunities to take shooting throughout the Borders and Northumberland. This is also wonderful riding country, with active hunts, pony clubs and equestrian events. Linton Burnfoot is in Buccleuch Hunt country, with the Berwickshire and College Valley nearby. The Cheviot Hills to the south offer an expansive and idyllic landscape for those keen to explore the countryside on foot.
The charming village of Morebattle is just 1.5 miles south of the farm and is at the heart of the local community with a traditional inn and a well-supported community run shop and post office. There is also a local primary school in the village served by a free school bus which passes the farm. Secondary state schooling is available at the recently built Kelso High School which boasts excellent facilities. There is also a good choice of private schools within striking distance of Linton Burnfoot including St Mary’s and Mowden Hall (preparatory only) and there are many private schools in and around Edinburgh.
Kelso, lying only 7 miles to the north, is a thriving market town in the heart of Roxburghshire and is located at the confluence of the famous Tweed and Teviot rivers. Tourists are drawn to the town due to the historic Floors Castle and ruined Kelso Abbey, and the centre boasts an impressive range of shops, supermarkets, recreational facilities and professional services. Kelso racecourse is within 1 mile of the town centre and the local golf course The Roxburghe, the championship golf course at Sunlaws, lies 8.5 miles from Linton Burnfoot.
Travel connections in the area are good, with easy access via the A68 to Edinburgh (52 miles) which provides all of the cultural, professional and shopping facilities that you would expect of a capital city. The A1 to the east provides access to Northumberland and the south with Berwick-upon-Tweed (24 miles) offering a mainline railway station with links to Edinburgh and London every 30 minutes. Both the international airports at Edinburgh and Newcastle are within 65 miles of Linton Burnfoot offering a wide range of domestic, European and international flights.
The Scottish Borders has a strong reputation for some of the finest produce and breeding stock in Scotland. The area is therefore well served by agricultural suppliers, livestock markets and grain markets including St Boswells (17 miles) and Wooler (19 miles).
Acreage: 540 Acres
Directions
From the north, take the A68 towards Lauder. After passing through Lauder turn left onto the B6362 signposted towards Coldstream. Follow the road for 1.3 miles and at the junction turn right onto the A697 towards Coldstream. After 2.5 miles turn right onto the A6089 towards Kelso. After going through Kelso, turn right onto the B6436 and follow this road for 5 miles before turning left, then follow the minor road for 800m before turning left onto the farm drive. The postcode for sat nav purposes is TD5 8AG.
From the south, follow the A68 towards Jedburgh. Go through Jedburgh and after 2 miles turn right onto the A698. Follow the road for 4.5 miles and at the junction turn right onto the B6401 signposted towards Morebattle. Pass through Morebattle and after 1 mile turn left onto the minor road for 500m before turning right onto the farm drive.
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Marketed by: Savills, Edinburgh Country
Description
Linton Burnfoot is an exceptional agricultural and sporting property with outstanding amenity and opportunities for development and diversification. At its core lies an attractive period house surrounded by extensive grounds including a walled garden. The gently rolling land extends to 540 acres and is characterised by a wonderful wooded dene running from the steading to a large pond towards the centre of the holding.
The farm is accessed off a minor public road and benefits from a front drive leading to the house and a secondary entrance serving the farm steading. The land is contained within a ring fence and rises from 90 metres in the southwestern corner near the Kale Water to 270 metres in the field aptly named High Side. From here and a number of vantage points there are truly spectacular panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.
Linton Burnfoot has been run as a stock farm in recent years with an emphasis on producing fat lambs finished off grass. It currently carries 1,200 breeding ewes and 300 ewe hoggs and is run under the terms of a contract farming agreement which comes to an end on 30 November 2022. Whilst a majority of the farm is currently down to grass, up to about 250 acres have been cropped with cereals in the past. The holding is entirely self-sufficient in terms of silage production, with about 50 - 60 acres of silage cut and baled each year.
The farm is equipped with a range of predominantly traditional buildings and a large modern general purpose shed fitted with roof mounted photovoltaic panels. The buildings have been well maintained and largely utilised for storage and stock housing but offer potential for development subject to obtaining the necessary consents.
The woodlands across the farm have been managed and maintained, with amenity, shelter and sporting benefits in mind. In addition to these existing woodlands, there may be potential for the creation of either new native woodlands or commercial forestry. With sensitive planting, both the shooting and amenity could be enhanced.
For the sporting enthusiast, Linton Burnfoot offers an exceptional driven shoot of the highest quality. The 36 acres of established woodland combined with the farm’s natural topography and the strategically positioned game crops form the foundations of this challenging shoot. There are eight named drives which offer variety and flexibility according to the weather. In addition, there are two flight ponds providing exciting sport.
The farm is offered for sale as a whole or in the following three lots:
Lot 1: Linton Burnfoot Farmhouse, steading and paddocks extending to 15 acres in total.
Lot 2: Linton Burnfoot Farm extending to 485 acres in total.
Lot 3: Two arable fields with good roadside access extending to 39 acres in total.
Location
With the Cheviot Hills to the south, and the more open farmland of Berwickshire to the north, the central Scottish Borders offer some of the most beautiful and varied countryside in the south of Scotland. Linton Burnfoot sits at the foot of Linton Hill in a picturesque valley spanning the Kale Water. This unspoilt and tranquil setting remains very accessible but remarkably private.
The Scottish Borders is renowned for its productive farmland and forestry, high quality country sports and diverse landscapes. The nearby River Tweed is one of Scotland’s finest salmon rivers, and there are well-managed grouse moors to the northeast in the Lammermuir Hills. Aside from Linton Burnfoot’s own sportings, there are opportunities to take shooting throughout the Borders and Northumberland. This is also wonderful riding country, with active hunts, pony clubs and equestrian events. Linton Burnfoot is in Buccleuch Hunt country, with the Berwickshire and College Valley nearby. The Cheviot Hills to the south offer an expansive and idyllic landscape for those keen to explore the countryside on foot.
The charming village of Morebattle is just 1.5 miles south of the farm and is at the heart of the local community with a traditional inn and a well-supported community run shop and post office. There is also a local primary school in the village served by a free school bus which passes the farm. Secondary state schooling is available at the recently built Kelso High School which boasts excellent facilities. There is also a good choice of private schools within striking distance of Linton Burnfoot including St Mary’s and Mowden Hall (preparatory only) and there are many private schools in and around Edinburgh.
Kelso, lying only 7 miles to the north, is a thriving market town in the heart of Roxburghshire and is located at the confluence of the famous Tweed and Teviot rivers. Tourists are drawn to the town due to the historic Floors Castle and ruined Kelso Abbey, and the centre boasts an impressive range of shops, supermarkets, recreational facilities and professional services. Kelso racecourse is within 1 mile of the town centre and the local golf course The Roxburghe, the championship golf course at Sunlaws, lies 8.5 miles from Linton Burnfoot.
Travel connections in the area are good, with easy access via the A68 to Edinburgh (52 miles) which provides all of the cultural, professional and shopping facilities that you would expect of a capital city. The A1 to the east provides access to Northumberland and the south with Berwick-upon-Tweed (24 miles) offering a mainline railway station with links to Edinburgh and London every 30 minutes. Both the international airports at Edinburgh and Newcastle are within 65 miles of Linton Burnfoot offering a wide range of domestic, European and international flights.
The Scottish Borders has a strong reputation for some of the finest produce and breeding stock in Scotland. The area is therefore well served by agricultural suppliers, livestock markets and grain markets including St Boswells (17 miles) and Wooler (19 miles).
Acreage: 540 Acres
Directions
From the north, take the A68 towards Lauder. After passing through Lauder turn left onto the B6362 signposted towards Coldstream. Follow the road for 1.3 miles and at the junction turn right onto the A697 towards Coldstream. After 2.5 miles turn right onto the A6089 towards Kelso. After going through Kelso, turn right onto the B6436 and follow this road for 5 miles before turning left, then follow the minor road for 800m before turning left onto the farm drive. The postcode for sat nav purposes is TD5 8AG.
From the south, follow the A68 towards Jedburgh. Go through Jedburgh and after 2 miles turn right onto the A698. Follow the road for 4.5 miles and at the junction turn right onto the B6401 signposted towards Morebattle. Pass through Morebattle and after 1 mile turn left onto the minor road for 500m before turning right onto the farm drive.
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Marketed by: Savills, Edinburgh Country
Land Registry Data
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