BORTHWICK FARMHOUSE
Borthwick, Midlothian, EH23 4QZ
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2,356
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Welcome to Borthwick Farmhouse - a beautifully renovated stone-built home set within the charming hamlet of Borthwick, Midlothian. Nestled among rolling hills and historic woodlands, this exceptional smallholding offers a rare opportunity to enjoy rural tranquillity within a close-knit and welcoming community.
The farmhouse extends to approximately 2,356 sq ft, and the outbuildings extend to approximately 2,071 sq ft.
Key Features:
Charming 4 bedroom farmhouse with original features and stylish modern upgrades
Extensive renovations completed over the last six years - move - in ready and impeccably finished
Paddocks and outbuildings - ideal for equestrian or hobby farming use
Bespoke wine room - perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings in
Private courtyard - hosts unforgettable courtyard parties
Expansive gardens and natural surroundings - ideal for children to play safely and explore
Abundant local wildlife - daily sightings of roe deer, owls, kestrels, and other birds of prey
Stargazer’s haven - unspoilt skies and a rainbow-draped landscape as summer draws to a close
Incredible walks right from your doorstep - including scenic routes to Borthwick and Crichton Castles
3
4
2
2,356
Beds
Receptions
Baths
Sq Ft
Welcome to Borthwick Farmhouse - a beautifully renovated stone-built home set within the charming hamlet of Borthwick, Midlothian. Nestled among rolling hills and historic woodlands, this exceptional smallholding offers a rare opportunity to enjoy rural tranquillity within a close-knit and welcoming community.
The farmhouse extends to approximately 2,356 sq ft, and the outbuildings extend to approximately 2,071 sq ft.
Key Features:
Charming 4 bedroom farmhouse with original features and stylish modern upgrades
Extensive renovations completed over the last six years - move - in ready and impeccably finished
Paddocks and outbuildings - ideal for equestrian or hobby farming use
Bespoke wine room - perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings in
Private courtyard - hosts unforgettable courtyard parties
Expansive gardens and natural surroundings - ideal for children to play safely and explore
Abundant local wildlife - daily sightings of roe deer, owls, kestrels, and other birds of prey
Stargazer’s haven - unspoilt skies and a rainbow-draped landscape as summer draws to a close
Incredible walks right from your doorstep - including scenic routes to Borthwick and Crichton Castles
3
4
2
2,356
Beds
Receptions
Baths
Sq Ft
3
4
2
2,356
Beds
Receptions
Baths
Sq Ft
Floor Plan
A Safe and Happy Place to Grow
Borthwick Farmhouse is more than just a home - it’s a lifestyle. The property provides a peaceful and secure environment for children to thrive. The grounds encourage exploration and imagination, from paddock picnics to treasure hunts in nearby woods
Inside the Farmhouse
The interiors blend rustic charm with contemporary luxury. Thoughtful renovations have retained the home’s historic soul while adding warmth, efficiency, and elegance
Spacious country kitchen with Nobel oil fired cast iron cooker
Multiple reception rooms with wood-burning stoves and garden access
Dedicated wine room with custom shelving and ambient lighting
Four generous bedrooms, with the option of a fifth or a home office
Modern bathrooms finished to a high standard
Utility and boot room - practical for country living
Outdoor Living & Outbuildings
The private courtyard is a celebrated feature of the home - perfect for hosting alfresco dinners, BBQs, and starlit gatherings. The surrounding gardens and paddocks provide ample space for outdoor hobbies, grazing, or simply enjoying the ever-changing Scottish seasons
A collection of traditional stone outbuildings totalling around 2,071 sq ft offer outstanding versatility - ideal for stables, workshops, studios, or storage. Importantly, planning permission is already in place (Ref: 22/00237/DPP on the Midlothian Planning Portal) to convert these outbuildings into additional habitable accommodation, allowing them to be seamlessly integrated with the main house
Summary of Accommodation
Borthwick Farmhouse is more than just a home - it’s a lifestyle. The property provides a peaceful and secure environment for children to thrive. The grounds encourage exploration and imagination, from paddock picnics to treasure hunts in nearby woods
Fixtures and Fittings
Only appliances specifically mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale price. In all other aspects the treatment of fixtures and fittings within the relevant Conveyancing Standard Clauses apply.
Services
Gas heating, mains water, electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations).
Viewing is strictly by appointment through the relevant office listing the property;
Wemyss Place - 11 Wemyss Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6DH. Tel: 0131 220 4160
Edinburgh South - 47-49 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4AZ. Tel: 0131 287 7200
Viewings
Offers
Offers should be submitted in Scottish Legal Form to the selling agents Rettie & Co. & Rettie LLP’s. A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed later. Please note that interested parties are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order that they may be advised should a closing date be set. The seller reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.
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General Remarks & Information
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Freehold
September 2025 - First Issue
This property and other properties offered by Rettie & Co. & Rettie LLP’s. can be viewed on our website at www.rettie.co.uk as well as Rightmove and The London Office.
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all servitude rights, burdens, reservations and wayleaves including rights of access and rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cable, drains and water, gas and other pipes whether contained in the title deeds or informally constituted and whether or not referred to above.
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They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
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All individuals involved in the transaction are required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. Rettie use electronic verification, if this is not possible original documents are acceptable.
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The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co. or Rettie LLP’s, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.
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The Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to acknowledge that they have not entered into contract in reliance on the said statements, that they are satisfied themselves as to the content of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise and that no warranty or representation has been made by the seller or the said agents in relation to or in connection with the property.
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Any error, omission or misstatement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser(s) to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor entitle either party to compensation or damages nor in any circumstances to give either party any cause for action.
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Location
Set just a short walk from two of Scotland’s most atmospheric castles – Borthwick Castle and Crichton Castle – the area is rich in heritage. Explore miles of woodland paths, ride the local bridleways, or simply sit back and soak in the tranquillity of your surroundings.
All of this, and just a short drive from Edinburgh – offering the best of both worlds.
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