Property description

DESCRIPTION Situated in an elevated position enjoying stunning countryside views, West Woodley Shield is a stone and slate built single storey farm cottage together with attached outbuildings and land circa 24.8 acres. The property is in need of complete renovation and offers excellent opportunity for development. The accommodation currently comprises of kitchen, store room, living room with loft hatch giving access to a good sized space which offers scope for conversion (subject to any necessary consents being obtained), one bedroom and a bathroom. Attached to the house are outbuildings offering huge potential, comprising a byre with door leading to a derelict lean to with concrete floor, two storage barns, additional derelict lean to, pig sty and store. Accessed from the road via a private track the property has gardens bordered by stone walls, the rear enjoying a southerly aspect, together with ample parking space. Additionally there are approximately 24.8 acres of land comprising mainly pasture land together with woodland leading down to a burn with fishing rights.  

LOCATION West Woodley Shield is located in a rural location approximately 2 miles from the centre of Wark. Wark is a rural village located approximately 12 miles from the market town of Hexham and 32 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne. The village enjoys many amenities such as Doctors Surgery, First School, Post Office, Farm Shop and three Country Pubs. The village is surrounded by wonderful Northumbrian countryside with Hadrian's Wall and Kielder Water close by and is ideal for those seeking a rural, yet accessible location. 

DIRECTIONS From Hexham travel west on the A69 and take the first right turn towards Acomb. Continue through Acomb and Wall until you reach Brunton crossroads, turn left and go over Chollerford bridge. Take the second exit at the roundabout just after the bridge and follow the road until you reach Wark. Go through the village, round sharp left corner and turn left onto the Stonehaugh Road. Travel along this road for approximately 2 miles, turn left and the entrance to West Woodley Shield is located on the left hand side. 

SERVICES Mains electricity is connected. Drainage is via a septic tank and a bore hole provides the water and is supplmented by an immersion heater. 

CHARGES Northumberland County Council Tax Band B. 

VIEWINGS Viewing is strictly by appointment. Arrangements can be made by contacting YoungsRPS, Hexham on 01434 608980. 

MARKET APPRAISAL We would be pleased to provide professional, unbiased advice on the current value and marketing of your existing home.