Penston Farm, a historic family-run farm in East Lothian, is now for sale at £8.175 million, offering three parcels of land.
Duncan Barrie from Galbraith, the selling agent, calls it a rare chance to buy a top-notch mixed farming unit. The farmhouse is a charming stone house with three public rooms and eight bedrooms.
The farm’s location is appealing, just a mile from the A1 to Edinburgh and near Haddington. The area is known for its rich soils and favorable climate, making it ideal for various farming activities.
The first plot includes the farmhouse, farm buildings, and over 217 hectares of land, listed for offers over £6.5 million. The current owners have significantly improved the farm since moving from central Scotland in 1954.
Historically, the farm has focused on mixed arable operations, growing cereals, potatoes, and grass. They also raise around 500 cattle and 1,000 lambs each year, along with a flock of 800 sheep.
The sale features two semi-detached cottages and a building needing repairs. The farm buildings include a grain store and a former aerodrome from World War II.
The second plot, over 13 hectares, is zoned for employment use and is on the market for offers over £1,025,000. It presents a unique development opportunity for industrial use, pending planning consents.
The third parcel, about 17.6 hectares, is for sale at offers over £650,000. It may offer future development opportunities for the settlement boundary of Macmerry.
