Lot 2 - Kinclune, Glenkindie, Alford, Aberdeenshire, AB33

Kinclune Lot 2 comprises a significant block of arable farmland extending to approximately 122.75 acres (49.68 Ha), together with a handsome range of traditional farm buildings and modern sheds. According to the James Hutton Institute, the majority of the land is classified as Grade 3(2) and is registered for IACS purposes. The fields have traditionally been used for arable farming and have historically produced high yielding cereal crops. The farm buildings provide extensive space and offer significant potential for a wide range of uses.

Kinclune is offered for sale as a whole or in 5 lots.

SITUATION

Kinclune Farm is situated in the scenic Strathdon district of Aberdeenshire, enjoying an attractive rural setting within Upper Donside, on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park. The farm benefits from direct access from the public road network and is conveniently located approximately 7 miles from Strathdon, 14 miles from Alford, and 35 miles west of Aberdeen, providing an excellent balance of rural tranquillity and accessibility.

The surrounding area is recognised for its productive agricultural land and established farming community, with neighbouring enterprises comprising a mix of livestock and arable holdings. Local agricultural services are well supported, with regular livestock sales at Thainstone Centre, Inverurie (approximately 35 miles) and United Auctions, Huntly (approximately 28 miles), while a wide range of agricultural merchants, machinery dealerships and rural contractors operate throughout Aberdeenshire.

Kinclune benefits from a convenient rural setting with a range of essential local amenities available nearby. A primary school and nursery are located at Towie, approximately five minutes’ drive from the property, while secondary education is provided at Alford Academy. Day-to-day services are well catered for, with a fuel station, Post Office and shop at Glenkindie, and further amenities including a primary school, garage, fuel station and shop available in nearby Lumsden. The family run Kildrummy Inn is only four miles from Kinckune with a renowned restaurant and was named Scotland’s best hotel experience at the Thistle Awards in 2025.

Everyday amenities are available nearby in Strathdon, including a primary school, village shop, health centre and community facilities, with a broader range of shops, supermarkets, banking and professional services available in Alford. Aberdeen offers comprehensive commercial, retail and transport links, including rail services and Aberdeen International Airport.

The farm lies in an established farming area where the land is well suited to a range of agricultural enterprises. The surrounding region benefits from strong agricultural infrastructure and supply chains, making Kinclune Farm an attractive and well-connected farming unit in one of Aberdeenshire’s most desirable rural locations.

LOT 2 – Kinclune Steading and Arable Farmland - about 122.75 acres (49.68 ha)

KINCLUNE STEADING
Kinclune Steading comprises a range of modern and traditional buildings.

At the centre of the main range of farm buildings is a traditional stone steading featuring a prominent stone archway. The archway is flanked to the left by a double cart shed with a hayloft above, which extends into a small steel portal frame extension. This section measures approximately 12.6m x 7.8m and is constructed with traditional stone walls to the rear.

Immediately to the left of the archway is a tack room (5.8m x 5.2m), adjacent to this is the former forge (6.4m x 5.2m) and chemical store, which is fitted with steel sliding doors.

To the right of the archway is a general-purpose store (6.1m x 4.6m), a second general-purpose store, (5.9m x 7.2m), whilst at the far eastern end of the steading is a cattle court (26.4m x 7.4m) with a covered side walkway is located along the northern elevation of the building.

Immediately to the west of the cattle court is a small workshop (9.8m x 7.3m) which provides access to the holding’s principal general-purpose shed, measuring approximately 30.2m x 21.4m. This modern building is of steel portal frame construction with corrugated sheet roof and wall cladding, lower concrete block wall panels, and a concrete floor, making it suitable for a wide range of agricultural or commercial uses.

To the rear of the main range is a substantial grain store measuring approximately 24.1m x 8.3m. The building comprises a traditional stone structure with a timber roof frame beneath a slate roof, concrete block internal walling, a concrete floor, and is accessed via a large, corrugated steel sliding door.

LAND
Lot 2 extends to approximately 122.75 acres (49.68 Ha). The land is classified as Grade 3(2) by the James Hutton Institute and has historically lent itself well to arable cropping, with cereal production forming the main part of the arable rotation. The majority of the holding is well fenced, with good subdivision of the fields to help manage different rotations.