Property description
DESCRIPTION New Mills House is a fabulous country home resting on the outskirts of Brampton, positioned on a substantial plot with sweeping mature gardens and driveway. Additional to the main house there is a range of sympathetically styled and thoughtfully designed cottages to complement this outstanding home. The generously proportioned rooms are engulfed with charm and character creating a beautiful ambience, enhanced by the surrounding gardens which stretch to approximately 1.5 acres. Traditional stone built circa 1860 and boasting an array of wonderful characteristics from the main entrance with its commanding staircase, to the stylish sun room with impressive roof structure, the high ceilings enhance the feeling of space and the imposing picture window on the landing allows natural light to flood the hallway. Other highlights include: the feature fireplaces, classic Aga and sash windows. This elegant family home benefits from an elevated position easily accessed from the A69 and the location boasts good transport links to Brampton, Carlisle, Hexham and Newcastle along the A69 and supported by the rail network. Occupied by the current owners for the past 26 years, this has been a fabulous home enjoyed by all of the family, they immediately felt 'at home' when they walked into the hallway, knowing this was the ideal home for them. The welcoming farmhouse style dining kitchen is enticing and relaxing, an ideal place to gather and entertain, there is a natural flow to the accommodation leading though to the walk-in pantry, utility room, sitting room, formal dining room, sun room and ground floor WC. The master bedroom is an elegant room with fitted wardrobes and leads through to the impressive en-suite which boasts a roll top free standing bath, well positioned to enjoy the pleasant outlook, along with a modern walk-in shower cubicle. The equally impressive second and third bedrooms also enjoy en-suite shower facilities. The fourth bedroom and main family bathroom completes the main house accommodation.
COTTAGES - BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY In addition to the main property, there are currently two letting properties located in the courtyard buildings, which have been sympathetically converted to provide living accommodation. Woodcock Cottage and Studio Cottage are currently let on Assured Short hold Tenancies, which provide useful additional income of around £1000 pcm. Additionally within the courtyard buildings there are two en-suite bedrooms which have previously been used as bed and breakfast accommodation. There is further potential to extend these to provide a further letting unit subject to planning consent. The current owners former 'dental surgery' and 'waiting room' also offers potential to develop the attached garden store, again subject to planning consent.
The grounds - The property is surrounded by its own grounds with a private access road, ample parking to the rear of the main house and additional space for the letting accommodation. There are extremely well maintained formal and informal gardens with gardens with a separate vegetable garden and store. A wooded garden to the West of the property incorporates a shallow pond which is a beautiful feature, but could easily be fenced over, used to provide paddocking for ponies, or a horse if required.
LOCATION New Mills is conveniently located about 1 and a half miles from the busy market town of Brampton, and in approximately 2 miles from Brampton junction, connecting the property by rail - Newcastle to the East and Carlisle to the West respectively. Hadrian's Wall is located near by offering a potential to take advantage of holiday makers and tourists.
DIRECTIONS From the A69 heading West, take the A6071 to Brampton. After approximately 0.5 miles turn right on to the drive. The property is located approximately 100 metres on the left.
Carlisle is approximately 11 miles West - Connections to rail on West Coast rail line.
Newcastle is approximately 42 miles East - Connections to rail on East Coast rail line.
Newcastle Airport is approximately 45 miles East.
SERVICES Mains electricity and water are connected. Oil fired central heating to radiators also supplying the domestic hot water. Private septic tank.
CHARGES Cumbria County Council tax band F. We understand the property is Freehold and is sold with vacant possession.
VIEWINGS Viewing is strictly by appointment only. Arrangements can be made by contacting YoungsRPS, Hexham on 01434 608980.
FREE MARKET APPRAISAL We would be pleased to provide professional, unbiased advice on the current value and marketing of your existing home.
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