Farmhouse for sale in Sparty Lea, Hexham NE47

Accommodation in Brief
Sitting Room | Dining Room | Dining Room | Kitchen | Pantry/Store
Three Bedrooms | Shower Room

Grade Listed Cottage With Planning Permission

Additional Stone-Built Outbuilding

The Property
Located in the delightful hamlet of Sparty Lea in West Northumberland, an area celebrated for its stunning natural beauty, Sparty Lea Farmhouse presents a compelling blend of traditional charm and recent comprehensive renovations. This appealing property features a main farmhouse, beautifully updated to merge comfort with rustic elements, alongside two traditional farm outbuildings, and approximately 11 acres of expansive pastureland reaching the scenic River East Allen, which includes fishing rights.

The main farmhouse has been thoughtfully updated to maintain its rustic allure while incorporating modern amenities. The ground floor boasts a stylish, newly fitted kitchen with an electric oven and induction hobs, a cozy sitting room with a log burner set in an original inglenook fireplace, and a dining room highlighted by another impressive inglenook fireplace with a wood-burning stove. The first floor continues the theme of tasteful decor with neutral lavender tones, featuring well-proportioned bedrooms offering serene views of the surrounding countryside and a modern bathroom equipped with a new shower.

Development potential abounds with a Grade II listed cottage on the grounds, currently an empty shell with granted planning permission for conversion into a two-bedroom dwelling. This presents a fantastic opportunity for enhancement and adds significant value to the estate. Additionally, the property's extensive lands offer potential for various rural activities or further agricultural development, making it an ideal purchase for those looking to invest in a versatile and picturesque location.

Externally
Additional structures include a robust stone-built barn or dairy, which echoes the property’s rich agricultural heritage and could be utilised as a workshop. The property also features a gated drive, expansive lawned garden, and a wildflower garden. The property’s substantial landholding extends to approximately 10 acres of pastureland, extending to the River Allen and including fishing rights.

Local Information
Sparty Lea is a hamlet in the East Allen Valley, within the Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The beautiful surrounding area is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast with walking, cycling and nature on the doorstep including many rare birds such as the black grouse, capercaillie and curlew. The C2C cycle route and the Pennine Way are also both nearby. Just up the road, Sinderhope has a community centre while nearby Allendale offers everyday amenities with small supermarket, art gallery, craft shops, café, local public houses with restaurants and leisure facilities. Hexham is also within easy reach and offers further local services including a number of larger supermarkets, a selection of shops and a regular farmer's market, professional services, a leisure/sports centre, an independent cinema, busy theatre and hospital. Newcastle city centre provides comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities.

For schooling there is a primary school in Allendale while senior schooling is offered at Haydon Bridge Community High School and Sports College (hbchs) and Queen Elizabeth High School in Hexham. In addition, Mowden Hall Preparatory School, just outside Corbridge, provides private education from nursery up to 13 years and there are several private day schools in Newcastle with transport available from Hexham.

For the commuter the A69 is a short drive away and provides easy access to Newcastle International Airport and City Centre, Carlisle and onward access to the A1 and M6. The rail station at Hexham provides regular cross country services to both Newcastle and Carlisle, which in turn link to main line services to major UK cities north and south.

Approximate Mileages
Allendale 5.0 miles | Haydon Bridge 12.6 miles | Hexham 15.5 miles | Haltwhistle 21.4 miles | Corbridge 21.7 miles | Newcastle International Airport 39.2 miles | Newcastle City Centre 39.7 miles

Services
Mains electricity. Private Water Supply. Oil-fired central heating. Drainage to septic tank (compliant)

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.