Corsindae Estate, Sauchen, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, AB51

A secluded estate on Donside centred on a 15th century tower house

Description

Corsindae Estate is a picturesque estate set amidst tranquil countryside, with a dramatic northern backdrop dominated by Bennachie and its iconic peak, Mither Tap - a defining feature of the Aberdeenshire landscape. The estate comprises a diverse mix of residential, farming, forestry, sporting, and natural capital assets, with scope to develop several redundant buildings for commercial or residential use.

Extending to approximately 1,080 acres, the estate is centred around Corsindae House, a cherished family home for generations. The main drive, marked by stone pillars, winds through mature policy woodland and opens to reveal the house. A second driveway leads directly to Corsindae Home Farm, where Corsindae Cottage and Home Farm Cottage are located. This tree-lined route continues past the loch to Milton Burn Farmhouse and further on to a disused range of agricultural buildings.

South Milton of Corsindae lies on the northern edge of the estate and is accessed via a minor public road. Adjacent to South Milton is a redundant grain store, which benefits from full planning permission for conversion into a two-bedroom-house.

The estate ranges in elevation from 105 to 195 metres above sea level, featuring gently undulating lowlands and steeper hills. The farmland is managed in-hand as part of a wider family farming partnership. The land includes 216acres of arable ground, 355 acres of pasture, and 62 acres of rough grazing, with approximately 369 acres of grazing let on a seasonal basis. There are also 400 acres of amenity woodlands and commercial plantations. A network of mown paths has been created near to Corsindae House, offering scenic nature trails along field margins, around the loch, and through woodland. One particularly enchanting area, known as The Jungle, features mixed broadleaf planting and a series of paths bordered by wild roses, hawthorns, blackthorns, and willows. A small stream runs through the centre of this area, feeding a pond, while the Milton Burn meanders along the southern edge.

The sporting rights over Corsindae Estate are held in-hand and are included in the sale.

Corrennie Hill, situated 7 miles* to the west and extending to approximately 55 acres, along with 2.5 miles* of single-bank fishing on the River Don at Fetter near, 8 miles* to the east, are available to the purchaser by separate negotiation.

Location

Located within the scenic Donside countryside in Aberdeenshire, Corsindae Estate enjoys a breathtaking setting surrounded by rolling hills and fertile land. Positioned between the villages of Sauchen and Midmar, the estate lies equidistant from the towns of Banchory and Inverurie - Banchory on the banks of the River Dee and Inverurie on the River Don. Both are affluent towns offering a wide range of services including healthcare, banking, shops, restaurants, and bars.

The River Don is renowned across Britain for its exceptional wild brown trout and also enjoys a strong reputation as a salmon and sea trout river. The River Dee, one of Scotland’s big four salmon rivers, offers picturesque and rewarding fishing opportunities. Beyond angling, the region provides a wealth of outdoor pursuits including country sports, whisky tasting, winter sports, climbing, and cycling. Golfers are well catered for, with several prestigious courses along the North Sea coast such as Royal Aberdeen, Cruden Bay, and Trump International Golf Links. Closer to home, there are attractive 18-hole parkland courses, including the championship course at Kemnay Golf Club, just 8 miles* away. For those with an interest in history and architecture, Aberdeenshire, known as Scotland’s Castle Country - boasts over 260 castles, stately homes, and ruins, offering more castles per square mile than anywhere else in the UK.

Aberdeenshire is well connected within Scotland’s northeast. The A90 and A96 provide convenient access to Aberdeen, Dundee, and Inverness, while train services from Aberdeen and Inverurie link to destinations both north and south. Aberdeen International Airport (AIA), located 16 miles* east of the estate, offers a range of domestic and international flights.

Agriculture remains a cornerstone of the local economy, with a major hub at Aberdeen and Northern Marts’ Thainstone Centre on the outskirts of Inverurie. The area is also globally recognised for its whisky production.

Additionally, the oil and increasingly the renewables industries are key employers in the region. Aberdeen, just 19 miles* away and known as the oil capital of Europe, provides a wide array of administrative, retail, recreational, cultural, and educational services. Private education is available at Albyn School, Robert Gordon’s College, and St Margaret’s School for Girls in Aberdeen. Gordonstoun School lies 62 miles* to the north near Elgin. Local primary schooling is available at Midmar, just 1.5 miles* from Corsindae House. State secondary education is available at Alford Academy, which is 11 miles* away, and in both Banchory and Inverurie.

* All distances are approximate and taken from Google Maps.




Acreage: 1080.27 Acres

Directions

From Aberdeen, head west on the A944. Continue on the A944 through Kingswells, Westhill, Elrick, and Dunecht. After passing through Dunecht, remain on the A944 for a further 4 miles. Turn left at the signpost for Corsindae and follow the road for approximately 1.5 miles. The entrance to Corsindae House will appear on the right-hand side.
Postcode for Sat Nav: AB51 7PP
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