Rural homes for sale
Key Takeaways
- Dreaming of escaping city life? ESPC offers a variety of rural properties in Scotland, from charming cottages and stylish mews to spacious farmhouses with ample green space.
- Scotland’s countryside is renowned for its natural beauty, making rural living highly sought after—but it comes with lifestyle trade-offs.
- Before buying, consider what conveniences you’re willing to give up: proximity to family, friends, restaurants, shops, and your commute.
- Reflect on your lifestyle: are you outdoorsy and ready to embrace nature daily, or do you prefer the amenities of town life?
- Make a list of your essentials versus nice-to-haves to ensure the move aligns with your expectations and priorities.
Dreaming of swapping the hustle and bustle of city life for the calming charm of the countryside? At ESPC, discover a wide range of rural properties for sale, from quaint cottages and elegant mews to spacious farmhouses with plenty of green spaces.
In Scotland, we are blessed with some of the best countryside in the British Isles, and demand for a life in the bucolic bliss of nature is ever-present. But before leaving behind the grey of the urban sprawl in favour of the green expanses of rural life, there’s a few things to consider in advance of making the move to the countryside...
Things to consider before moving to the countryside
Before buying a property in the countryside, you should be realistic about what your new life away from the big city or town will offer you. Sure, you can embark on outdoor adventures straight from your doorstep or simply enjoy the tranquil ambiance of your new surroundings. But can you live without the convenience that life in the city brings?
We suggest writing a list of things you can’t live without. Do you want to be close enough to family and friends for easy and frequent visits, do you need a wide choice of restaurants nearby, is the commute to work going to be easy? All important things to consider.
Are you enough of an outdoorsy type of person to thrive in the countryside? Consider exactly what it is you want from a move to the countryside... Whether that is a more spacious property, more peaceful surrounds or simply having nature as a neighbour.
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Houses for sale in the countryside
All set for a life in the sticks? Here is a selection of rural properties for the perfect pastoral lifestyle...
Rural houses for sale in Fife
The verdant region of Fife is an excellent choice for home buyers who want the peace and scenery of the countryside without feeling too remote. There are plenty of rural sprawls in Fife where you will find a variety of properties, and good transport links to other towns in the region as well as Edinburgh, Perth, Stirling and Dundee.
Browse these lovely rural homes for sale in Fife:
3 bed detached house for sale in Ceres
- Briery Hall, Teasses Mill, Cupar, KY15 5PR
- Offers Over £650,000
- Energy rating: C
- Selling agent: Thorntons (ESPC Chartered Firm)
2 bed cottage for sale in Cupar
- 4 Nisbetfield Farm Cottage, Ladybank, Cupar, KY15 7RL
- Offers Over £240,000
- Energy rating: E
- Selling agent: Thorntons (ESPC Chartered Firm)
4 bed detached bungalow for sale in Kinnesswood
- 30 Gamekeepers Road, Kinnesswood, KY13 9JR
- Offers Over £485,000
- Energy rating: C
- Selling agent: McEwan Fraser (ESPC Chartered Firm)
Rural houses for sale in the Scottish Borders
Decorated with rolling green hills, enchanting woodland and lovely lochs, the Scottish Borders is a wonderful destination for rural living. The countryside dominates the landscape of the region, so there is no shortage of options for rural properties in the Scottish Borders.
Take a look at these lovely rural properties for sale in the Scottish Borders:
4 bed detached house for sale in Walkerburn
- The Bothy, Elibank, Walkerburn, EH43 6DA
- Offers Over £750,000
- Energy rating: C
- Selling agent: Blackwood & Smith (ESPC Chartered Firm)
3 bed detached house for sale in Ettrick
- Gair House, Ettrick Valley, Selkirk, TD7 5HZ
- Guide Price £399,000
- Energy rating: C
- Selling agent: Cullen Kilshaw
4 bed house with land over one acre for sale in Jedburgh
- The Spinney House & Lodges, Langlee, Jedburgh
- Offers Around £699,000
- Energy rating: E
- Selling agent: Hastings (ESPC Chartered Firm)
Rural houses for sale in East Lothian
East Lothian is blessed with beautiful countryside and proves to be a popular fit for those looking for calm rural living with the option to commute to Edinburgh. You'll find a good selection of rural property in East Lothian, both in the heart of the region and by the charming coastline.
Check out these stunning rural properties for sale in East Lothian:
2 bed third floor flat for sale in Pencaitland
- Flat H, Saltoun Hall, Pencaitland, Tranent, East Lothian, EH34 5DS
- Offers Over £325,000
- Energy rating: E
- Selling agent: Coulters (ESPC Chartered Firm)
4 bed terraced house for sale in North Berwick
- 13 Redside Farm Steading, North Berwick, East Lothian, EH39 5PE
- Offers Over £550,000
- Energy rating: E
- Selling agent: Coulters (ESPC Chartered Firm)
4 bed detached house for sale in Pencaitland
- Milton Grange, Pencaitland, East Lothian, EH34 5EP
- Offers Over £735,000
- Energy rating: E
- Selling agent: Gilson Gray (ESPC Chartered Firm)
Rural houses for sale in Dumfries & Galloway
A popular place for all kinds of outdoor activities, Dumfries and Galloway is blessed with ruggedly beautiful landscapes, a captivating coastline and fantastic light quality for stargazing. Discover an abundance of rural properties in Dumfries and Galloway that are ideal for relaxed countryside living.
View some of our latest rural properties for sale in Dumfries & Galloway:
4 bed cottage for sale in Twynholm
- Rosewood Lodge, Twynholm, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4NQ
- Offers Over £350,000
- Energy rating: D
- Selling agent: Williamson & Henry (ESPC Chartered Firm)
7 bed house others for sale in Dumfries
- Broomrigg Mansion House Holywood Dumfries DG2 0RJ
- Offers Over £850,000
- Energy rating: F
- Selling agent: Braidwoods
4 bed detached house for sale in Gatehouse of Fleet
- Rowantree, Planetree Park, Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas, DG7 2EQ
- Offers Over £600,000
- Energy rating: C
- Selling agent: Gillespie Gifford & Brown
Rural houses for sale in Midlothian
Midlothian combines beautiful countryside with excellent links to Edinburgh, making it a popular choice for those seeking a quieter lifestyle within easy commuting distance of the capital. The region offers a varied selection of property, from traditional village homes to spacious rural properties.
Check out these stunning rural properties for sale in Midlothian:
8 bed detached house for sale in Loanstone
- Loanstone House, Loanstone, Penicuik, EH26 8PH
- Offers Over £899,000
- Energy rating: E
- Selling agent: McEwan Fraser (ESPC Chartered Firm)
2 bed terraced house for sale in Gorebridge
- 4 South Middleton Cottages, Gorebridge, Midlothian, EH23 4RF
- Offers Over £145,000
- Energy rating: F
- Selling agent: McDougall McQueen (ESPC Chartered Firm)
2 bed first floor flat for sale in Bonnyrigg
- 7 Midfield House, Lasswade, EH18 1ED
- Offers Over £280,000
- Energy rating: C
- Selling agent: McEwan Fraser (ESPC Chartered Firm)
What to consider when purchasing a countryside home
Buying in the countryside isn’t that different from the cities and suburbs, but it pays to know the area and that you can trust the information provided by the sellers and the selling agents. Before buying, here are some useful points to consider:
- Get familiar with your chosen area and property type.
- Register with ESPC for instant notifications of new properties.
- If the property listing has a virtual tour, it’s a good idea to watch it before making a viewing in person, and check the Home Report thoroughly.
- Ask about the property’s status; is it listed, or are there restrictions on intended use, such as holiday lets?
- Make your solicitor aware of your plans for the property and any concerns (such as shared access or maintenance obligations), so that it’s made a condition disclosed in the offer.
- Note interest, and let the selling agents know you’re interested in offering and your position in the market.
- Offer flexibility on your moving date, to lessen pressure on sellers and make your bid more attractive.
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With a wealth of local property knowledge, ESPC solicitor estate agents make the home buying and selling processes as easy as possible. If you’re looking to buy or sell a house or flat, find an ESPC solicitor agent today.