Cottage for sale in Blacksmiths Cottage, Alnham, Alnwick, Northumberland NE66

Accommodation in Brief
Porch | Kitchen/Dining/Living Area | Study | WC | Shower Room | Ground Floor Principal Bedroom with En-suite | Sitting Room | Utility Room | Bathroom | Rear Porch | Two Further Bedrooms

Driveway | Car Port | Wood Store | Studio/Office Space | Two Outbuildings | Gardens

The Property
A hugely appealing stone-built property, converted and extended to create a gorgeous three bedroom home in magnificent rural surroundings. The internal finish is exceptional, with elegant and tasteful décor that highlight the character of the cottage. Dual aspect views roll away, stretching across beautiful unspoiled countryside. Lovely gardens wrap around the property to make the most of the panorama. Nestled just outside Northumberland National Park, there are stunning walks from the doorstep, and the magical Northumberland Coast is also within easy reach.

A stunning open plan kitchen, dining and living area is perfect for modern living requirements and will be at the heart of family life. The vaulted ceiling and large arched windows ensure a light, airy room with wonderful open views. The exposed stone, brick fireplace with wood burning stove and country cottage kitchen with range cooker create a warm and welcoming traditional feel. A spacious room at the end of the living area is ideal as a study, play room or snug and there is a convenient downstairs WC and shower room off the kitchen. A hallway leads to the charming principal bedroom with smart en-suite shower room, whilst the family bathroom is accessed through the large and well-equipped utility room that could also double as a kitchenette with a sink, space for a cooker, tall fridge/freezer and plumbing for a washing machine. A sitting room with exposed stone and a wood burning stove makes for a cosy snug and a spacious rear porch could double up as a garden room to sit in and enjoy the views.

From the hall, a staircase leads up to the first floor and a delightful mezzanine landing. Two light, bright eaves bedrooms with built-in storage provide ample further sleeping or living arrangements.

Planning permission is in place (Northumberland County Council planning ref.20/03113/ful) for an extension to the sitting room and the principal bedroom.

Externally
The metal hanging sign at the bottom of the driveway, in keeping with the name of the property is a wonderful introduction to the house. There is ample driveway parking and a car port and wood store with studio/office space above and solar panels across the roof. A stone outbuilding provides additional storage with plumbing and a sink area. There is a further separate building containing a kitchen/utility room, a Swedish sauna and shower, and a dog kennel and run. Lawns of rolling grass and graveled seating areas provide unlimited spots from which to enjoy the panoramic unspoiled countryside views. The property extends to approximately 0.5 acres in total.

Local Information
Alnham is a delightful hamlet on the edge of the National Park set in the heart of Northumberland, surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, yet close to the nearby market towns of Alnwick and Rothbury. Alnwick provides every day amenities with supermarkets, a good range of shops, primary and secondary schooling, a modern leisure centre, playhouse/cinema, hospital and Alnwick Castle and Garden with its contemporary landscaped gardens and unique Treehouse Restaurant. A further variety of popular inns and restaurants are within easy reach.

The beautiful surrounding area provides varied country walks including the Simonside and Cheviot Hills and Coquetdale. There are magnificent golden beaches to walk including Dunstanburgh, Alnmouth, and Warkworth.

Cragside, the popular National Trust site at Rothbury, is nearby and to the east is Howick Hall Gardens. There are numerous nearby golf courses, whilst Newcastle city centre provides further comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities.

There is a primary school in nearby Whittingham, with further schooling in Alnwick and Wooler.

For the commuter the A697 provides access north to Edinburgh and south to Newcastle International Airport and City Centre. The closest rail station is at Alnmouth (15.7 miles) which provides regular links to Edinburgh, Newcastle and London on the East Coast main line, and links to other main line services to major UK cities.

Approximate Mileages
Rothbury 9.1 miles | Alnwick 14.4 miles | Morpeth 26.9 miles | Newcastle International Airport 34.6 miles | Newcastle City Centre 41.5 miles

Services
Mains electricity and lpg. Private water supply with uv filtration system. Drainage to septic tank. Electric storage heaters and underfloor heating. Solar panels provide hot water and electricity.

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.

EPC Rating: C