Biggar, South Lanarkshire
- Land size
- 5 acres
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
Description
A charming traditional farmhouse enjoying a peaceful rural setting, with well-proportioned accommodation, set in circa 5 acres of organic land and with excellent access to Edinburgh, Glasgow and the surrounding countryside.
Candyburn Farm is an appealing traditional farmhouse set within the attractive rolling countryside surrounding Biggar.
Offering a comfortable and versatile arrangement of accommodation over two floors, the property combines the character and atmosphere expected of a rural farmhouse with the practical requirements of modern family life.
The property will suit a variety of buyers and offers an attractive combination of rural living, extensive outbuildings and excellent potential for equestrian or other countryside-related uses.
The range of outbuildings and surrounding land provides considerable flexibility, with scope to adapt the property to suit individual requirements.
Candyburn Farm is particularly well suited to those seeking a country lifestyle without sacrificing accessibility. The A702 provides a direct and convenient route towards Edinburgh to the north and the wider South Lanarkshire and Scottish Borders area, while Glasgow and the M74 are also readily accessible.
A welcoming entrance providing access to the principal ground-floor accommodation.
At the heart of the house is a bright, welcoming sitting room, with dual-aspect windows and an open fire providing an attractive focal point. The dining kitchen provides generous space for both everyday family life and informal entertaining and is fitted with a range of units and integrated cooking appliances. There are two large walk in storage cupboards/box rooms.
A double bedroom and shower room are positioned on the ground floor, while two further double bedrooms located on the first floor, together with the family bathroom.
Outside, the property has ample parking for several vehicles and useful outbuildings providing a range of possibilities for storage, hobbies or practical country living. The outbuildings include on old mill building, shed and circa 5 acres of certified organic land. Additional land may be available by separate negotiation.
**Please note that the steading (unused) and shed to the right hand side of the track leading to the property are not included**
Summary of Accommodation
An attractive rural property in a highly desirable countryside setting offering 5 acres of Organic certified land
A versatile property offering a combination of residential accommodation, outbuildings and land, providing considerable scope for a variety of purchasers.
An excellent opportunity for those seeking a country lifestyle with space for horses, hobbies, or vehicles.
Extensive outbuildings provide valuable additional space and flexibility, with potential for a variety of uses, subject to any necessary consents.
Situated just outside Biggar, with good access to local amenities and the surrounding Borders and South Lanarkshire countryside.
Conveniently positioned for access to the A702, providing connections towards Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Location
Candyburn Farm enjoys a rural setting within convenient reach of the historic market town of Biggar, offering an appealing balance of countryside living and access to everyday amenities. Biggar is particularly well regarded for its independent local shops, cafés, restaurants and retailers and its attractive historic town centre, together with essential services including healthcare facilities, a pharmacy and educational provision at both primary and secondary level.
The surrounding road network provides connections towards Lanark, the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh, with access to the wider motorway network for journeys further afield. Local bus services provide connections to Edinburgh, Biggar and selected surrounding towns.
For rail travel, nearby stations at Carstairs and Lanark provide access to the wider Scottish rail network, with onward travel required from the property. Biggar also offers a selection of leisure and recreational facilities, including Biggar Sports Centre, alongside local attractions and amenities that contribute to the town's established community atmosphere.
Combining the tranquillity of a countryside location with access to the facilities of Biggar and the wider region, Candyburn Farm offers an attractive setting for those seeking rural living without complete isolation from essential services and transport connections.
Council Tax Band: E
EPC Rating: F
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: E
Council Tax Band: E
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Property details
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- Council Tax Band
- E
- Date Posted
- 2026-10-15
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 137 Homes with Land listings in Scotland (5+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Black Mount Primary School2 miles
- Pupils
- 46
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Biggar Primary School3.1 miles
- Pupils
- 208
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Broughton Central P School4.2 miles
- Pupils
- 40
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Libberton Primary School4.8 miles
- Pupils
- 36
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Coulter Primary School5.8 miles
- Pupils
- 13
- Type
- Non-denominational
Secondary
- Biggar High School3.3 miles
- Pupils
- 637
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Peebles High School11 miles
- Pupils
- 1,342
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Lanark Grammar School12 miles
- Pupils
- 1,143
- Type
- Non-denominational
- West Calder High School14 miles
- Pupils
- 1,132
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Carluke High School15 miles
- Pupils
- 1,118
- Type
- Non-denominational
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: planning activity, heritage and any flood history here are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Walking trail
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
SEPA open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Not at the pin: mapped about 40 metres away.
Surface water
These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.
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