This one comes with a small confession.
Borrowhill Farmhouse is not, strictly speaking, a Highland property, sitting a little beyond our usual patch near Strichen in rural Aberdeenshire.
But every now and again a property comes along that is interesting enough for us to bend our own rules, and this is one of them.
Set in approximately 5.6 acres of countryside, Borrowhill combines a beautifully presented three bedroom farmhouse with the sort of equestrian facilities that would take considerable time, effort and money to establish from scratch.
There is stabling for six horses, an indoor riding arena, around four acres of fenced grass paddock and a collection of traditional outbuildings providing storage for machinery, hay and general use.
For anyone with horses, that changes the proposition considerably.
This is not simply a country house with enough land to potentially create an equestrian property at some point in the future.
Much of the infrastructure is already here.
The indoor sand arena had a new anti condensation roof fitted in March 2026, while there is space for additional stabling should it be required.
The former outdoor sand arena has more recently been covered with membrane and levelled with gravel, creating a versatile low maintenance area, although it could be reinstated as an arena if a new owner wished.
At the centre of everything is the farmhouse itself, occupying an elevated south facing position with open views across its gardens, paddock and the surrounding countryside.
Inside, the ground floor provides two separate reception rooms, giving family life room to spread out.
The main lounge has a wood burning stove, while a second sitting room creates another informal living space.
The modern dining kitchen forms the everyday heart of the house, with plenty of room for both dining and relaxed seating rather than treating the kitchen simply as somewhere to prepare food.
There is a separate utility room, a useful home office and an impressive family bathroom with both a walk in shower and separate bath.
Upstairs are three generously proportioned double bedrooms, each enjoying views across the surrounding countryside, along with a contemporary shower room.
Outside, Borrowhill becomes particularly interesting even for somebody without equestrian ambitions.
The mature enclosed gardens include landscaped planting and wildflower areas, while secure fencing and gates make the grounds practical for families and animals.
There is a large polytunnel which has proved productive for the current owners, raised vegetable beds and a small orchard with established fruit trees.
Together they give the property something of a smallholding character alongside its equestrian credentials.
A gated entrance and recently gravelled driveway provide plenty of parking, while the collection of outbuildings brings considerable flexibility for storage, hobbies, animals or other rural pursuits.
Despite the sense of space and privacy, Borrowhill is not completely cut off from the practicalities of everyday life.
Strichen lies nearby, with Mintlaw around eight miles away, while Fraserburgh and Peterhead are both within reach for a wider range of shops, schools and services.
Aberdeen is approximately 35 miles to the south, providing access to the city and its airport.
There is no getting around the fact that we have wandered beyond our normal geographical boundaries with this one.
But with a comfortable country home, 5.6 acres, paddocks, gardens, stables, an indoor arena, outbuildings, a polytunnel and orchard all gathered together in one rural setting, we reckon Borrowhill Farmhouse has earned itself a temporary Highland Times passport.
Sometimes the rules are worth bending.
The property is being marketed by Galbraith.
The asking price, full property details, photographs, floor plans, Home Report where available, and viewing information can all be found on the official listing.
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