Homes & Gardens
Tasty treat as Ideal Home Show Scotland begins
The Ideal Home Show Scotland gets underway today – and there’s a bonus for foodies this year. Returning to the SEC, Glasgow from 31 May-3 June 2018 is the Eat and Drink Festival – a foodie nirvana within the Ideal Home Show Scotland – and this year is set to be even bigger and better…
Read MoreA beautifully extended Scottish farmhouse is for sale
A delightful extended traditional farmhouse dating from 1887 is for sale in the north of Scotland. Presented for sale by Galbraith, Honeyneuk, in Cuminestown, near Turriff, has four bedrooms and three reception rooms. The house sits in a charming and unspoilt rural setting and is within a short drive of Turriff and about an hour…
Read MoreAttracting pollinators to your garden is easy as A, Bee, C
The whole planet is to be abuzz with activity for World Bee Day this weekend (Sunday, 20 May). Ecologists at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) have put together a list of top tips to protect these amazing insects and help your garden grow. With their bright and colourful array of flowers, gardens provide important food sources…
Read MoreEnjoy the best of sumptuous country living
A substantial and individual home, which balances timeless traditional design and quality craftsmanship, is now on the market. Presented for sale by Rettie, Osprey Lodge stands in an exceptional plot within Clathymore; an enclave of private homes, designed by the prestigious James Denholm Architectural Practice, which is nestled amidst the glorious scenery of the Strathearn Valley.…
Read MoreMake an appointment to see this former doctor’s surgery
Those keen a former doctor’s surgery should make an appointment to view the property. Ellenbank, on Balmoral Road, Rattray, Blairgowrie, is presented for sale by Galbraith, and has been renovated to a high standard in recent years by the current owners and has many fine traditional features whilst offering all the comforts of modern day…
Read MoreThere’s no denying that this is a very classy property
A property that’s a real class act is currently for sale in Perthshire. Galbraith present to the market the Schoolhouse, in Killiechassie, Aberfeldy. The Schoolhouse sits on the northern banks of the River Tay within the Strathtay valley. Originally built as a school, the property was converted into a family home a number of years…
Read MoreBonhams all ready to host whisky and interiors auctions
Beautiful paintings and a rare bottle of whisky are going to auction next month. Bonhams auctioneers, at 22 Queen Street, Edinburgh, is holding a whisky sale on 6 June, with a home and interiors auction taking place the following Wednesday, 13 June. Available at the whisky sale is a Glenfiddich 1952, bottled in 1969 for…
Read MoreA beautiful villa packed with period features
A beautifully presented, spacious five bedroom period villa set over three levels is now on the market. Offered for sale through Miller Hendry, Willoughby House in Crieff is set in a desirable area and with wonderful gardens and far-reaching views over Perthshire, and is a most stunning family home. This magnificent detached villa has accommodation…
Read MoreA charming home with classic charm and chic interiors
Nether Littlefold is an idyllic home set in a picturesque garden with splendid views over the undulating Strathearn Valley. Located in Madderty, Crieff, the property is presented to the market by Rettie. The main entrance is charming and has been thoughtfully framed by climbing plants and neat borders featuring colourful shrubs and perennials. An arched…
Read MoreA fusion of Scots cottage and modern extension
A substantial country property of the highest calibre is currently for sale. Presented to the market by Galbraith, Remilton is a substantial rural home of the highest calibre, which has been finished to an exceptionally high standard and offers beautifully proportioned accommodation over two levels extending to about 351 sqm (3,779 sqft). Remilton, located in Hilton…
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