Property description
A surprisingly spacious, individually designed detached family dwelling occupying an elevated position with panoramic views and land extending to 6.6 acres.
Mileages Hexham 14 miles, Newcastle upon Tyne 23 miles, Durham 17 miles, Sunderland 31 miles, Carlisle 51 miles
Situation Whittonstall is a small village supporting a public house and primary school, lying east of the A68, amidst open countryside. For the commuter the A69, A68 and A1 (M) provide links with the major commercial centres of the North East. Newcastle International Airport and the East Coast main line railway provide further services to the rest of the country. The neighbouring towns and villages including Hexham, Corbridge, Stocksfield and Shotley Bridge provide a range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities. The vibrant regional centre of Newcastle upon Tyne offers a further selection of cultural, recreational, educational and retailing facilities. Many of the regions renowned beauty spots are within a short drive, including Derwent Reservoir, Hadrian's Wall, Aydon Castle and Northumberland National Park. Beyond can be found the delights of North Yorkshire, The Lake District, the Scottish Borders and the East Coast.
The Property Meadowbank is a generously proportioned detached family dwelling providing exceptional family accommodation which is complemented by extensive gardens and adjoining land amounting to 6.6 acres in total. The gardens are a particular feature of the property enjoying a wonderful variety of colour, including an ornamental garden pond and waterfall. Facing due south, the property offers exceptional light and airy accommodation which has ground source heating throughout and double glazing. The panoramic views from the elevated position are spectacular, which belies the convenience of the location.
Accommodation Double opening doors lead through to the entrance hallway off which is a cloakroom/WC. Further double-opening doors lead through to the inner hallway which connects through to the remainder of the living accommodation. The sitting room is a wonderful room with windows to three sides and taking full advantage of the spectacular location. There is a multi-fuel stove set onto a raised tiled hearth creating an ideal focal point. A living room has built in display/storage units with a central recess for TV/audio equipment. Double-opening doors lead through to a large conservatory with tiled flooring throughout and access to the gardens and stunning views. The breakfast kitchen is fitted with a range of oak-fronted base and wall mounted storage units with a Belfast sink and twin Hot Point ovens with four plate ceramic hob and further warming plate. There is an integrated refrigerator, freezer and dishwasher along with useful larder cupboards and quarry tiled flooring throughout. There is ample space for table and chairs and windows to either hand looking out over the gardens and surrounding countryside. Beyond is a utility room, cloakroom/WC and a side hall, all with quarry tiled flooring throughout and a doorway leading outside. The former double garage has been remodelled for use as a gymnasium or hobby room with double-opening doors to the western elevation and the central heating boiler and plant located to the rear.
The bedroom wing is principally accessed off the sitting room with the rooms leading from the further hallway. The master bedroom has built-in bedroom furniture along with the recently refitted en-suite shower room/WC. There are two further good sized bedrooms with built-in furniture along with a single bedroom directly off the sitting room, which could also be utilised as a study, if desired. The family bathroom/WC has a cream suite with air bath and a separate shower cubicle with electric shower unit. The walls are principally tiled with a panelled ceiling with built in storage/ vanity units.
The Exterior The property is approached over a gravelled driveway leading to a turning apron and ample space. There is also a hard standing area suitable for boat or caravan with planning permission for a detached double garage. The gardens enjoy a high degree of privacy being principally lawned with ornamental garden pond and feature waterfall and established borders surrounding. There is also block paved patio area to the west of the property with a stable block providing two lose boxes and tack room. To the east and north is a paddock which is currently partially divided. There is also a kitchen garden area alongside the stables.
General Information
Services Mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Drainage is to a septic tank. The central heating is via a ground source heat pump.
Postcode DH8 9JN
Viewing Viewing is via telephone appointment, Smith Gore, Main Street, Corbridge, NE45 5LD. Telephone 01434 632404 or via Andrew Coulson, 39 Fore Street, Hexham NE46 1LN 01434 600146
Local Authority Northumberland County Council 0845 600 6400
Date and preparation of particulars March 2015
Directions From the A69 head south along the A68 towards Darlington continuing up the hill on the dual carriage way section turning left at the top towards Broomley. Continuing to the next T junction and bear to the right. On reaching Whittonstall, proceed past the Anchor public house and Whittonstall First School on the left, taking the next road way on the right hand side (a single track road). The subject property can then be found within 500 yards on the right hand side, set back from the road way.