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Penston Farm, Macmerry, East Lothian... 8 bed property with land for sale
Penston Farm, Macmerry, East Lothian, EH33
£8,175,000
Penston Farm, Macmerry, East Lothian, EH33
£8,175,000
Our Summary
- In addition, there are two semi-detached cottages in need of renovation and the remains of a detached cottage situated just south of the farmhouse
- There are a range of adjacent outbuildings, which comprise a mix of stone and brick construction under tin roofs and which present further opportunity for either extension of the existing footprint of the dwelling or could be used for ancillary storage/garage
- The buildings are currently used for general ancillary storage and as a workshop space but may present future development opportunities subject to obtaining necessary planning consents
- All of the land within Lot 2 is currently farmed as part of the arable rotation at Penston farm but presents a unique development opportunity within East Lothian for development as industrial use subject to obtaining necessary planning consents
- The land is currently farmed as part of the arable rotation at Penston Farm, and although not currently zoned within the East Lothian Council Local Development Plan, the land may present future opportunities in relation to the longer term development of the settlement boundary of Macmerry to the east subject to obtaining necessary planning and change of use consents
Description
Penston Farm is a 615.75-acre mixed arable and livestock farm in East Lothian, Scotland, offered for sale as a whole or in three lots. The farm is situated in a picturesque area with outstanding views of the surrounding countryside and the Firth of Forth. The property includes a C-listed farmhouse, two semi-detached cottages, and farm buildings, as well as 249.19 hectares of arable and grassland. The farm has a rich history, with the current sellers having farmed the land for 70 years and making significant improvements and investments over the years. The farm is well-suited for growing a variety of crops, including winter and spring barley, wheat, and vegetables, and benefits from excellent access to all fields via internal farm tracks or directly from the public road. The property is located near the villages of Macmerry and Pencaitland, with easy access to Haddington and Edinburgh, and offers a range of leisure activities, including shooting, horse riding, and fishing.