Property description

THE PROPERTY The Barn is a beautiful stone and slate built detached family home located in Hexhamshire. The property has a countryside setting with south and westerly views and extensive mature gardens. Throughout the property there are many period features including fireplaces, double height ceiling to the main lounge, exposed beams and has charm and character both inside and out. There is a feature staircase which leads to a fabulous lounge on the first floor with a stone fireplace with an open fire and features a double height ceiling to the eves level with exposed trusses. This stunning lounge also has french doors onto a Juliette balcony with an Easterly aspect. Externally there are gardens to the front and side with large lawned areas with mature trees and bushes and a private yard area to the rear which houses the oil storage tank and a bike/log storage area. To the side there is also an enclosed garden with a patio which would be suitable for the erection of a superb south facing conservatory. In addition there is a studio/workshop located in the gardens suitable for a variety of different uses including a superb studio facility. The studio/workshop comprises an open plan area, and a mezzanine floor with further garden areas and superb views. Two gates lead from the garden to the paddock to approximately half an acre with 360 degree panoramic views of "The Shire".As well as two garden storage sheds there is a hard standing laid for a stable in the paddock. Properties of this nature and calibre rarely come on to the market in the Shire and we would strongly urge an early inspection in order to fully appreciate was is on offer.  

BRIEFLY COMPRISING;  

GROUND FLOOR Door leading to: 

ENTRANCE HALLWAY With doors leading off to family room and cloakroom. 

CLOAKROOM 0' 0" x 0m) Fitted low level WC and wash hand basin. 

FAMILY ROOM 14' 4" x 10' 5" (4.37m x 3.18m) (max overall) With stone flagged floor on and feature staircase to first floor. Radiator cabinet, windows to rear, under landing sitting/office area. Oak fire place with odeon flame effect fire. Doors to:- 

KITCHEN 14' 7" x 8' 4" (4.44m x 2.54m) Fitted wall and floor units with worktops incorporating a double stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap over. Integrated dishwasher, space for cooker with extractor above, concealed under counter fridge, tiled splash backs and tiled flooring. Open plan aspect to dining room. 

DINING ROOM 14' 6" x 12' 5" (4.42m x 3.78m) Exposed beams and multi fuel fuelled inglenook fireplace with stove. Two radiators, TV point and Patio door to enclosed south facing garden. 

UTILITY ROOM 11' 11" x 6' 1" (3.63m x 1.85m) Fitted with wall and floor units with worktops incorporating a stainless steel sink unit with drainer. Worcester oil central heating, plumbed for washing machine, tumble dryer, space for fridge/freezer. Loft hatch and a back door to rear. 

BEDROOM ONE 11' 0" x 9' 1" (3.35m x 2.77m) Double bedroom with radiator and deep window sills with views over the gardens to the front. 

BEDROOM TWO 10' 8" x 10' 3" (3.25m x 3.12m) Double bedroom with radiator and deep window sills with views over the gardens to the front. 

BEDROOM THREE 10' 8" x 10' 3" (3.25m x 3.12m) Double bedroom with radiator and deep window sills with views over the gardens to the front. 

BATHROOM White suite comprising a panelled spa bath with shower attachment and mixer tap, wash hand basin. low level WC, tiled splash backs and cupboard. 

FIRST FLOOR  

LOUNGE 17' 2" x 14' 6" (5.23m x 4.42m) (max overall) Double height ceiling to eaves level with exposed beams and a tone fireplace with open fire. Tv, Phone and Internet points. French doors to balcony with fantastic easterly views over surrounding farmland. 

BEDROOM FOUR 14' 6" x 12' 5" (4.42m x 3.78m) Walk-in wardrobe and fantastic views over gardens and farmland to the front. Door to: 

EN-SUITE Shower room with shower cubicle, wash hand basin, low level WC and tiled splash backs. 

STAIRCASE TO MEZZANINE FLOOR  

MEZZANINE AREA/ OFFICE / BEDROOM FIVE  

EXTERNALLY  

GARDENS Substantial and mature walled gardens with large lawns, mature trees, bushes, shrubs, flowerbeds and a shed. Sweeping driveway giving ample parking. From the garden, a gate to a paddock of approximately 1/2 acres with panoramic views. There is a standing area 20ft x 12ft for a stable to be built. The paddock has recently been planted with a variety of willow trees in avenues and arbour formations. 

STUDIO/WORKSHOP FORMERLY DOUBLE GARAGE Log cabin style. 

GROUND FOOR  

AIRING CUPBOARD  

STUDIO/WORKSHOP 23' 5" x 19' 3" (7.14m x 5.87m) With built-in cupboards with worktops incorporating a one and a half times sink unit with single drainer and mixer tap over.All open plan which is pine clad throughout with exposed beams. TV Point and phone connection. 

BATHROOM Fitted with panelled bath with shower over and glazed screen, wash hand basin, low level WC, ceramic tiled flooring and panelled walls. 

MEZZENINE AREA 11' 2" x 8' 0" (3.4m x 2.44m) With limited headroom and eaves storage. 

GARDENS Raised flowerbeds with bench seating surround and patio area enjoying fabulous views. There is a lawned area with mature trees, decking to two sides to the south and west with hot tub and garden stores. 

SERVICES Mains electricity and water are connected. Sewage tank drainage. Oil fired central heating to radiators, also supplying the domestic hot water in the Barn. The Studio/Workshop has central heating via an electric boiler servicing panelled radiators and domestic hot water. 

NOTES All fitted carpets and some curtains are included in the sale. 

TENURE Freehold. 

VENDORS COMMENTS This was to be our "forever house" but personal circumstances have unfortunately dictated our move. We will have to search long and hard to match the fantastic views and beautiful surroundings we have here even from the hot tub!



 

DIRECTIONS From the centre of Hexham head up towards Eastgate, 300 yards up the road forks bare right towards Dipton Mill. Stay on this road for the next 3 miles and do not turn off, shortly after there is another fork in the road, keep left past the farm and down the bank across a ford and up the other side take the next left onto a short dirt track, access is over the cattle grid. 

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