Property description
DESCRIPTION Situated in an idyllic rural location yet within a short drive of Haltwhistle and all the facilities and amenities it has to offer, we are pleased to bring to the market this detached stone built three bedroom cottage together with a separate detached dwelling which offers potential for development. The property retains much charm and character including beamed ceilings and exposed stone walls and is set in delightful mature gardens. Briefly the property comprises entrance hallway, sitting room with feature fireplace housing a wood burning stove and double doors opening out onto a lovely verandah and the gardens, downstairs study/bedroom three, open plan kitchen diner which is fitted with shaker style units and complimentary work surfaces incorporating a stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap over, electric oven and ceramic hob together with a oil fired stove. There is a back door which provides access to the gardens. Off the hallway there is a shower room which is fitted with a white suite. From the sitting room stairs lead up to the first floor where there are two further bedrooms. Low Herdley is accessed through gates along a track leading to the front of the property where there is sufficient parking. The gardens are undoubtedly a feature of the property and comprise of extensive lawned areas, mature trees, fruit trees, flower borders, bushes and shrubs leading to a stream which is bordered by hedging offering seclusion and privacy. There is a wood store, coal bunker and BBQ sitting area. Set within the gardens and enjoying its own access, there is a detached derelict dwelling which offers potential for development (subject to any necessary planning consents being obtained).
LOCATION Low Herdley is situated in a rural setting within the hamlet of Coanwood, just 6 miles from the town of Haltwhistle. Haltwhistle is an excellent base for exploring the local area with many historic attractions and some fantastic walking/cycling to be had nearby. The famous Roman Wall - Hadrians Wall is only 1.5 miles away. From Haltwhistle there are bus and train routes east towards the market town of Hexham, historic Corbridge and the city of Newcastle. The market town itself offers good shopping facilities, traditional country inns and restaurants. In summer there is a super leisure centre with outdoor swimming and children's play areas. The historic city of Carlisle is less than 18 miles to the West and Hexham and is less than 20 miles to the east making both accessible via the A69.
DIRECTIONS From Hexham, travel West along the A69, past Haltwhistle and turn left signposted Alston/Coanwood, follow the signs for Coanwood. When you reach Coanwood turn left, go past the old school (white building on right hand side) and over the old railway until you reach the gate leading into Low Herdley which can be identified by our board.
CHARGES Northumberland County Council tax band B.
SERVICES Mains electricity and water are connected. Septic tank drainage. Oil fired central heating to radiators, supplemented by the stove in the kitchen and also supplying the domestic hot water.
AGENTS NOTE Plans have been drawn up within the footprint of the derelict dwelling to create two cottages (subject to any necessary consents being obtained). Drawings are available on request at our office.
VIEWINGS Viewings is strictly by appointment. Arrangements can be made by contacting YoungsRPS on 01434 608980.
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