Cottage for sale in Hexham NE46

Accommodation in Brief
Reception Hall | Kitchen/Dining Room | Cloakroom /WC | Garden Room | Dining Room | Family Room | Sitting Room | Two Bedrooms | Bathroom | Principal Bedroom with En-suite Shower Room

Parking | Garden | Courtyard | Barn

The Property
Lark Rise is an attractive traditional country cottage, full of character including exposed wood ceiling beams, wooden internal doors and ornate cast iron fireplaces. The house is deceptively spacious and very welcoming as it stands, although it does also offer some level of modernisation and the ability for the new owner to put their stamp on it. The attached barn currently provides ample storage with the potential for redevelopment, subject to any necessary planning consents. Positioned in a tranquil rural setting with only a handful of neighbours, yet within only a few minutes’ drive of bustling Hexham, Lark Rise is the perfect blend of lifestyles.

The reception hall features an impressive solid wood open staircase that curves up to a galleried landing on the first floor and there is plenty of space in the hall for seating and furniture. Off the hall, the breakfasting kitchen with traditional Shaker style wall and floor units offers integrated appliances including a gas oven and hob, and space for a range style cooker on a flagged stone floor, a dishwasher and a fridge/freezer or washing machine. A rear hall leads off the kitchen towards a convenient WC, an external door to access the enclosed courtyard, and a peaceful garden room to enjoy the breathtaking countryside views in all weathers. From the kitchen, the reception rooms flow the length of the house; a formal dining room, a family room or snug and a vast sitting room with windows covering the full length of the room. Each of the receptions rooms showcases a different style of fireplace and the family room and sitting room have hatches into ceiling storage.

Two good sized bedrooms and a family bathroom are to be found at the end of the house, providing privacy from the main living accommodation, whilst the principal bedroom is to the first floor. The vaulted ceiling and exposed beams combined with several windows, create a light, bright bedroom with far-reaching views, and the en-suite shower room and double built-in wardrobe provide modern comforts. Hatches in the bedroom and on the landing provide access into eaves storage.

Externally
A driveway leads up to Lark Rise with parking space and a pretty path bordered by shrubs, trees, flowers and pots arrives at the front door. To the side of the property is a secluded, private lawn and patio area surrounded by mature trees and hedges. An enclosed courtyard to the rear offers an ideal spot to relax, dine and entertain outside with a gate to the fields beyond.

Attached to the house, but accessed independently is a barn with double doors, currently a storage space, but with potential to convert into an annexe, Airbnb or an extension to the main house, subject to any necessary planning consents.

Local Information
Lark Rise is nestled in a rural yet accessible location in the heart of the Tyne Valley. The nearby historic market town of Hexham offers a full range of day-to-day amenities with supermarkets, a good range of shops and restaurants, leisure centre, doctors’ and dentist surgeries, petrol stations, professional services and a hospital. The beautiful surrounding area provides walks and other country pursuits, with golf courses, sports clubs and Hexham racecourse within easy reach. The popular Tyne Valley village of Corbridge is also close by and offers a variety of shops, a renowned delicatessen, further restaurants, while nearby Matfen Hall and Close House offer excellent leisure facilities. Newcastle City Centre provides further comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities.

For schooling, the exceptional Beaufront First School is situated close by at Sandhoe, while there are excellent middle and senior schools in Hexham. In addition, Mowden Hall Prep School is a short distance away, just outside Corbridge, together with several private day schools in Newcastle.

For the commuter the A69 provides excellent access to Newcastle to the east and Carlisle to the west, with onward access to the A1(M) and M6 respectively. Newcastle International Airport is also easily accessible. The railway station at Hexham provides regular cross-country services, which in turn link to other main line services to major UK cities north and south.

Approximate Mileages
Hexham 1.2 miles | Corbridge 3.5 miles | Newcastle International Airport 19.0 miles | Newcastle City Centre 22.6 miles

Services
Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. Gas fired central heating.

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.

Agents Note to Purchasers
We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval.

Submitting an Offer
Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed.