Flat for sale in Ryecroft Way, Wooler NE71

Summary

Pattinsons Estate Agents are proud to welcome to the market this spacious two-bedroom penthouse apartment in the prestigious Ryecroft Rise Apartment building, formerly a 1930s Art Decor hotel. This spacious apartment is in pristine condition and is the largest of the three top-floor apartments with spectacular views of the picturesque Northumbrian countryside and dramatic hills in the far distance. The security- protected property has two parking spaces allocated to it and benefits from shared communal gardens, being located in one of the most sought-after residential areas in the market town of Wooler. The property is accessed via a short wide staircase with two large resting landings just four steps apart. The apartment block is a masterpiece of design and each apartment makes the very best use possible of light and space and has been completed to the most exacting of standards.

The main door to the building is security key-coded for access by residents of the eight apartments, all of which are individually alarmed and have their own push-button video access security system linked by camera to the main entrance.

The apartment's layout briefly comprises:- entrance hallway; open plan kitchen/lounge; two double bedrooms one with en-suite and dressing room and bathroom. There is a large beautifully finished foyer for meet and greets and to the outside there is allocated parking and several communal outdoor seating areas, one with a fire pit and BBQ.

Wooler is a picturesque market town in north Northumberland, nestling below the Cheviot Hills. With a population of around 2000, the town has an excellent range of facilities to cater for the residents and tourists who visit Wooler. There is varied shopping which includes two supermarkets, two butchers and bakers, a variety of independent shops, cafs and restaurants.

The town has a doctors' practice, the nearest hospital is 16 miles away. There are many sporting activities within the town, including a nine hole golf course, football club, cricket club, indoor and outdoor bowling, a running club, tennis and badminton. Wooler has become a popular holiday destination for walkers in the Cheviot Hills and some of the best beaches in the country only 20 minutes' drive. The bigger towns of Alnwick and Berwick-upon-Tweed are approximately 16 miles from Wooler, with the nearest train station being in Berwick-upon-Tweed which is on the main east coast mainline. Newcastle-upon-Tyne is approximately 46 miles from Wooler where the nearest airport is located, and Edinburgh is 62 miles.

Northumberland County Council, have invested to improve the town's infrastructure, this signifies that Wooler is definitely going places. As indeed is the addition of Ad Gefrin which was opened in 2022 as the county's first whisky distillery which is an added benefit to the local community in terms of history, tourism and adds a distinctive dimension to the culture of Northumberland.

Due to the location, exceptional quality living accommodation and panoramic views an early viewing is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.

Tenure:-the property boasts the enormous benefit of shared freehold, meaning that each resident has a share of the freehold with no outside landlord.

Council tax- business rates as used as a holiday cottage

Service charges- Please note the property has a service charge

Council Tax Band: B
Tenure: ShareOfFreehold

Front Of Property

This converted 1930s Art Deco hotel creates a wonderful apartment block in arguably the best residential address in Wooler off Ryecroft Way. The property is well set back from the road and features with well- maintained lawned and decorative graveled areas. There is plenty of parking at the property for visitors and each apartment comes with allocated parking.

Communal Foyer

You enter the Foyer through a security- coded vestibule with attractive Art Deco glazed doors into a large open space which has been beautifully dressed with elegant furnishings, and decorative flower arrangements. This makes an excellent space for meeting and greeting guests.

Entrance Hallway

The spacious hallway leads to 2 bedrooms, the family bathroom and kitchen/ lounge. The floors are light oak effect laminate flooring throughout and the space is warmed by a centrally heated radiator. There are also recessed ceiling spot lights.

Kitchen Living Room

This sleek contemporary off white "J pull door" kitchen together with light marble effect roll top worktops makes the kitchen feel elegant, uncluttered and of supreme quality. There is an integrated washing machine, fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, built-in oven and hob with extractor hood over. Above the hob there is a dark grey splash back. The floors are a light grey oak wood effect laminate and the large 4 panel windows make the most of the wonderful views to the open countryside. Adjacent to the kitchen next to the large window, there is a dining table with seating for six people included.

Living Room Area

This spacious and neutrally decorated lounge has been tastefully decorated and furnished to make the most of the space available with 2 good sized sofas and a coffee table. Power sockets are provided and the floors are fully fitted with light oak effect laminate. The room offers fabulous countryside views and is warmed by centrally heated radiators and the ceiling is fitted with recessed spot lights and has zoned lighting, plus there is a wall-mounted flat-screed TV included.

Dressing Room

Adjacent to the master bedroom is a former third bedroom with a modern uPVC double glazed window that overlooks the rear of the property and has an integral wall-mounted TV point. This room is currently used as a dressing room but could alternatively revert to a bedroom without compromising the stand-alone en-suite that would serve both.

Master Bedroom En-Suite

This elegantly furnished room has a large uPVC double glazed window that makes the most of the sunning views to the open Northumbrian countryside and the distant hills. The room has an integral wall-mounted TV point opposite the king-sized bed, recessed spot lights and bedside tables, double wardrobe and chest of drawers. There is a centrally heated radiator and off the bedroom there is a large dressing room and en-suite shower room.

Shower Room

Off the dressing room is an en-suite facility that has a shower enclosure with thermostatic shower over, a low level WC and pedestal hand basin. The floors are high-quality modern tile-effect cushion vinyl and the shower area is fully tiled.

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2 has been beautifully furnished, faces the front of the property and benefits from a large uPVC double glazed window. There is a space for a double bed or 2 twin beds, bedside tables and a wardrobe/ chest of drawers. There is a centrally heated radiator and the floors are fully carpeted throughout.

Bathroom

Off the entrance hallway is this delightful bathroom with a double glazed uPVC window that faces the front of the property. There is a fully fitted bath with thermostatically controlled shower over and a high quality glass shower screen. The bathroom is fully tiled throughout with a chic tile and has a wall mounted semi pedestal sink, low level WC and benefits from a tall chrome ladder towel radiator. A large bathroom cupboard houses the property's own dedicated gas-fired boiler that heats the radiators and provides instant hot water.

Communal Gardens

At the side of the property is a south-facing raised communal seating area which has a fire pit, a BBQ and outdoor table and chair seating. It is one of three such areas in the extensive grounds, two of which are above this one and offer spectacular views to the countryside beyond, with the benefit of south and west-facing sunsets.