Beltingham House
Beltingham, Hexham, Northumberland
Guide Price
£1,750,000
For Sale
"An historic Georgian dower house in a peaceful Northumberland hamlet"
The Property
Beltingham House is an historic Grade II listed Georgian dower house set beside St Cuthbert’s church in the peaceful hamlet of Beltingham. Classically balanced elevations with original sash windows, deep stone reveals and refined cornicing give the house quiet authority. The setting is a particular strength, with south-facing front lawns and rear gardens looking across open fields, the grounds included in the sale extending to just under two acres.
Arrival is through a central reception hall with a graceful Georgian arch and the original staircase. The principal rooms form a calm, elegant sequence that suits entertaining and everyday living alike. The drawing room is notably well proportioned, its tall windows drawing in soft light, with an original fireplace and delicate cornice work anchoring the space. A wide opening leads into the sitting room so the two read as one generous area when required, or as separate rooms day to day, the sitting room framing views to the south lawn. Off the hall, the dining room provides a refined setting for formal suppers, with an ornate chimneypiece and a deep sash window to the front garden. A cloakroom WC sits just off the hall.
The kitchen and breakfast room sit to the rear and work well for family life. Stone flagged floors and a marble chimneypiece set an assured tone, while bespoke painted cabinetry with marble worktops and a tiled niche above the AGA create a durable, practical workspace. A large central island makes preparation effortless and keeps cooks and guests together. Open shelving, a double Belfast sink and larder storage add function without fuss. Outlooks to the garden keep the room connected to the landscape, and there is direct access to a fitted utility and coat lobby with a back door for day to day use. Adjacent to the kitchen, the snug offers a flexible additional sitting space that can serve as a library, playroom or TV room.
The west wing brings valuable flexibility. Here a comfortable sitting room with a stove and French doors to the garden is supported by a compact secondary kitchen, and the wing has its own external access. Used as informal quarters for guests or extended family, it also offers clear scope to operate as a self contained annexe if desired, subject to any necessary consents.
Five bedrooms are arranged across the first floor, set off long landings with lovely light and countryside glimpses. The principal bedroom is quietly positioned and generous in scale, with tall sash windows, an original fireplace and a wide window seat. Its en suite is a statement room, with a freestanding bath, large walk in shower, chequerboard marble floor and quality brassware. A second bedroom also enjoys an en suite, finished with green veined marble tiling and a walk in shower. One well appointed family bathroom serves the remaining two bedrooms.
From the west wing, a secondary stair leads to a further bedroom with its own bathroom, giving a private set up well suited to guests, older children or annexe use.
Externally
The house stands within established gardens enclosed by original stone walls and railings, with white timber gates set between stone piers creating a fitting sense of arrival. The south-facing front garden is shaped by lawns, specimen trees and seasonal planting. To the rear, the lawns fall gently away to mature boundaries, enjoying far-reaching views across the valley. A courtyard to the side of the cottage provides practical parking. In all, the gardens and grounds extend to just under two acres.
Key features
Description
Local Information
Beltingham House stands on the edge of the picturesque hamlet of Beltingham, next to St Cuthbert’s church. This unspoilt location is situated on a no through road and is a collection of period properties with pretty gardens, enjoying tranquility and privacy. The surrounding area provides walks and other country pursuits with Hadrian’s Wall country and the Northumberland National Park nearby. There is a public footpath to nearby Bardon Mill, which offers everyday amenities with a village store and tea room, pub, mobile post office and pottery. The area has a host of sporting activities including shooting, fishing and hacking on the many bridleways. Nearby Haydon Bridge offers further facilities including a small supermarket while Haltwhistle offers supermarkets, a good selection of shops, leisure centre and outdoor swimming pool, professional services and a new hospital. Additional services including larger supermarkets, a larger hospital, a further range of shops and eateries are available in Hexham. Both Newcastle and Carlisle are easily accessible and provide further cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities.
For schooling there is a primary school in Haydon Bridge while senior schooling is offered at Haydon Bridge Community High School and Sports College (HBCHS) and Queen Elizabeth High School in Hexham; primary and secondary schools are also available in Haltwhistle. In addition Mowden Hall Prep School is just outside Corbridge, together with several private day schools in Newcastle.
For the commuter the A69 provides excellent access to Newcastle to the east and Carlisle to the west, with onward access to the A1 and M6 respectively for access to other regional centres. Newcastle International Airport is also easily accessible. The rail station at Bardon Mill provides regular cross country services, which in turn link to other main line services to major UK cities north and south.
Accommodation in Brief
Lower Ground Floor
Cellar
Ground Floor
Vestibule| Entrance Hall | Drawing Room and Sitting Room | Dining Room | Kitchen | Snug | WC | Utility Room
First Floor
Principle Bedrooms with En Suite | Further Bedroom with En Suite | Two Further Bedrooms | Family Bathrooms | Attic
West Wing
Open Plan Living Room, Dining and Kitchenette | Bedroom | Bathroom
Externally
Established Gardens Approaching Two Acres | Original Stone Walls and Railings | South-Facing Front Lawns | Rear Lawns with Far-Reaching Valley Views | Courtyard Parking
Approximate Mileages
Bardon Mill 2.3 miles (by road) | Haydon Bridge 4.6 miles | Hexham 11.0 miles | Corbridge 15.0 miles I Carlisle M6 J43 26.6 miles I Newcastle International Airport 29.7 miles | Newcastle City Centre 32.4 miles
Services
Mains electricity and water, private drainage and oil-fired central heating.
Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax
Band G
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
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Submitting an Offer
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Location
Beltingham, Hexham, Northumberland
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