2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

A uniquely designed and exciting property. RE/MAX Northumberland are proud to welcome to the market this stunning home located the Northumberland village of Newton on the Moor. The Cottage is a Partially listed, steeped in history and adjoining the village hall, this property boasts a beautiful cottage style front garden framed by an original stone wall and iron gate with a stone slab path leading to the front door, an incredibly large rear garden, stunning uPVC windows, mains gas central heating, septic tank drainage and all the other usual mains connections. The comfort, style and atmosphere offered by this property is truly wonderful and this home is your dream home: your country cottage retreat.

The stunning sought-after village of Newton on the Moor, in the heart of Northumberland, is perfectly placed for visiting the amazing Northumberland coastline and all the amazing historic parts of Northumberland. Newton on the Moor provides an excellent public house and noted restaurant, The Cook and Barker Inn. The village of Longframlington is a short drive away and offers lots of local services including The Granby Inn, The Village Inn, The Running Fox artisan bakery, a hairdresser, an exceptional award-winning corner shop, an award winning butchers, and doctors. Newton on the Moor is conveniently placed within driving distance of larger towns such as Alnwick and Morpeth, which also provide all local services such as supermarkets, doctors' surgeries and leisure facilities. Alnwick offers more with supermarkets, mainstream and boutique shops, lots of restaurants and great leisure facilities. Alnwick is famous for the Castle and Gardens and the new Lilidorei attraction. The Castle was the setting for some of the Harry Potter films. Morpeth, also a drive from Newton on the Moor, has extensive facilities including the Sanderson shopping arcade, a new leisure centre, great schools and a main line train station. Another main line train station can be found at Alnmouth.

Entry is via a wooden front door into an internal hallway which captures an open view into the kitchen and through windows beyond into the glorious rear garden.
The sense of space is immediately evident. A reclaimed wooden door with a black latch opens into the living room. The exposed wooden beams are a stunning feature in addition to the inglenook fireplace with a substantial stone surround housing a large wood burner. Warmth and comfort emanate from every aspect of this spacious and welcoming living room which showcases the most attractive new uPVC windows with a delicate curved handle retaining the original look. The solid wood floor extends from here into a garden room at the rear which takes full advantage of the garden views through windows to two sides. A lovely space in which to relax and exchange stories of the day with family and friends.

The kitchen is glorious and offers a good number of wall and base units in a bespoke duck egg blue wood door with pewter coloured handles complemented by a solid wooden work surface. The low window overlooking the rear garden and countryside beyond is an enchanting feature. There is a twin Belfast sink with a glorious tap with levers, plumbing and space for a washing machine and space for a range cooker beneath an extractor fan with attractive grey splash back tiling behind which works in harmony with the lighter splash back tiling furnishing the remainder of the kitchen. There is space for an American style fridge freezer and a door which opens into a pantry which houses further drawers and storage pullouts. The semi-vaulted ceiling with spotlights adds to the character of this beautiful room and the wooden stable door opening into the rear lane and towards the rear garden.

The ground floor bathroom is in the older part of the building overlooking the rear garden and is accessed down a hallway with the original stone slab flooring. A cottage style door with a black latch provides entry. The slate effect floor tile works perfectly with the mix of white and grey brick style tiling creating a sublime look. The suite comprises a claw foot cast iron bath with a Victorian style chrome tap, a French chic sink with beautiful tap, a toilet in matching style and a chrome heated towel rail. The exposed beams are again an attractive feature.

The hallway provides access to a fabulous ground floor bedroom which showcases solid wood floorboards and exposed beams which are an incredibly unusual shape creating a wonderful focal point. The original sash window with a window seat overlooks the neighbouring village hall garden: a pleasing view.

Returning to the hallway a pair of wood and glass doors open into a dining space. The original stone floor is exquisite and the view into the garden capturing the gnarled tree is splendid. The wooden sash windows and exposed beams are further features of this unique dining space. The wood and glass doors when open include the stunning spiral staircase which leads to the first floor but equally could remain closed and therefore the staircase would remain separate. This room could be utilised as a second ground floor bedroom if you so wished.

The spiral staircase leads to a breathtaking ensuite primary bedroom showcasing a vaulted ceiling with exposed original roof trusses and beams. The uninterrupted views over open countryside in addition to the garden vista can be enjoyed from a glorious window seat and the orientation of the bed takes full advantage of the idyllic views also. The modern uPVC window itself is impressive with its curved handles and shutters to either side. This spacious suite is carpeted creating a warm and relaxing feel with the ambient temperature controlled by central heating radiators. A cottage style door with a black latch opens to the en-suite, with exposed beams, which comprises a burgundy vanity unit with a white sink and a water fall tap with a built-in mirror above, a chrome heated towel rail, a corner space saver toilet with a push button and a Quadrant shower cubicle with a water fall shower head and a separate showerhead within. The sparkly white wet wall creates a stylish look and the ensuite is finished with ceiling spotlights and a grey wood look tile to the floor.

Externally, there is plenty of driveway parking to the rear in addition to a double garage, framed by a stone wall and iron gates, with two separate up and over doors, and a large stone workshop. The lawned area, historically the site of the village allotments, is extensive and includes attractive planted areas, a green house and a glorious holly hedge. At the foot of the garden there is a superb wooden cabin which takes advantage of the stunning countryside views: a perfect place in which to entertain during those warm summer months.

Tenure: Freehold
EPC: To be confirmed
Council Tax Band: C £1951.59

Important Note:
These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set out as a general guideline and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. Please note that we have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services including central heating and so cannot verify they are in working order or fit for their purpose. All measurements are approximate and for guidance only. If there is any point that is of particular importance to you, please contact us and we will try and clarify the position for you.