A rural property in Auchencrow, near Eyemouth in the Scottish Borders, has been listed for offers over £690,000, combining a three/four-bedroom family home with two established glamping pods and equestrian facilities.
Known as Sunnybank, the detached property sits on approximately two acres and was originally built in 1970. The house has since been extended and provides around 164 square meters of accommodation across two floors, according to the estate agents handling the sale.
The property is being marketed as a potential option for buyers looking to combine residential use with an existing tourism operation. The estate agents said it is “perfectly suited to those seeking a rural retreat with business potential.”
The main house is accessed via a private driveway with parking for several vehicles, including horseboxes and trailers. Inside, the ground floor includes a reception hallway, lounge, dining kitchen, rear porch, two double bedrooms, a family bathroom, and an open office area that could potentially be converted into another bedroom or additional living space.
An estate agent spokesperson told Border Telegraph: “The welcoming reception hallway provides access to all ground floor accommodation.
“The bright and generously proportioned lounge enjoys an abundance of natural light through a large picture window and is centred around a cosy multi-fuel stove, creating a warm and inviting living space.
“The spacious dining kitchen is both practical and stylish, fitted with an attractive range of wall and base units and complemented by a selection of useful integrated appliances, all of which are included in the sale.
“A convenient rear porch provides direct access to the garden and the garage, seamlessly connecting the indoor and outdoor spaces and adding to the home’s everyday functionality.”
The converted attic level contains a lounge with exposed beams and countryside views, along with the principal bedroom, walk-in dressing room, and en-suite shower room.
To the north of the house are two glamping pods, each measuring approximately 24 square meters. The self-contained units include a bedroom, open-plan kitchen and living area, shower room, two entrances, private garden, seating area, and hot tub.
The estate agents said the pods have “established a strong reputation with many returning guests, providing an additional income stream.”
The current owners operate the accommodation in association with Wigwam Holidays. The sale presents an opportunity for a buyer to potentially continue with the existing franchise and booking arrangement, subject to approval from the franchisor.
For outdoor hospitality operators, the property illustrates one model for combining a small-scale accommodation business with an owner-occupied residence and existing rural infrastructure.
However, prospective buyers would need to assess the operating history of the pods, franchise terms, planning and licensing requirements, and the ongoing costs associated with maintaining guest facilities before determining the commercial potential.
The wider property includes a garage, garden, lawn, patio, decked area, and raised timber planters. There is also parking for agricultural machinery and direct access to two adjoining paddocks.
Equestrian infrastructure includes a timber stable block with two loose boxes, automatic water feeders, a tack and feed room, tractor shed, and field shelter. The stable block has both water and power supplies. The grazing land is currently divided into two paddocks covering approximately 1.5 acres.
The combination of accommodation, tourism infrastructure, parking, and equestrian facilities gives the property several potential uses, although the existing business model and any continuation of the franchise would be subject to the terms of the sale and relevant approvals.
With an asking level of more than £690,000, the Sunnybank listing provides an example of a rural hospitality property being marketed around both its residential and income-generating components.
For prospective operators, the key consideration is likely to be whether the existing accommodation business can support the acquisition and ongoing property costs while complying with applicable planning, operational, and franchise requirements.