Church House

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Hunstanworth, Near Blanchland, County Durham

Guide Price

£550,000

Sold

Finest Properties, North East

3 Bedrooms

1 Bathroom

3 Reception Rooms

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"A wonderfully unique church hall conversion with established mature gardens"

The Property
Set against a backdrop of beautiful panoramic countryside views, Church House is a distinctive conversion of the sexton’s house and adjoining church hall. It showcases lovely period character and inviting interiors. This Grade II listed property, situated in the quaint village of Hunstanworth boasts warm, welcoming interiors that remain true to the building’s original character, alongside lovingly maintained gardens. A unique standout feature of the property is its own original church bell tower.

Designed in the 1860s by the renowned architect Samuel Sanders Teulon, this property is situated in a picturesque rural setting, offering lovely views of the upper Derwent Valley. Teulon is credited with designing the entire village of Hunstanworth, resulting in each building in the village reflecting his unique aesthetic, showcasing signature elements such as the patterned slate roof.

The main living areas of Church House are well-proportioned and characterful. Original wooden flooring is underfoot, and the attractive period windows allow ample light into the property. A log burner features in the sitting room, fostering a cosy atmosphere, with double doors leading through to the open plan kitchen/diner. The kitchen is fitted with a striking blue electric AGA and features modern units alongside a kitchen Island. The ground floor also includes a reception hall, as well as a WC and study.

Ascending to the first floor, two bedrooms accompany a larger principal bedroom – all serviced by a tastefully decorated, modern family bathroom with free standing bath and shower.

Adjacent to the property is a single garage with attached workshop, featuring mains electricity.

Externally
Externally, the property excels with its carefully planned garden spaces. It features established flower beds, raised beds for vegetables, a small orchard, an attractive pergola bound in wisteria and a superb brick and cedar wood greenhouse. Completing this serene setting is a small pond dotted with water lilies. The garden includes a shed and henhouse.

Agents Note
The kitchen island is a freestanding unit and available via separate negotiation.

For the commuter the A69 is a short drive away and provides easy access to Newcastle International Airport and city centre, Carlisle and onward access to the A1 and M6. The rail station at Hexham provides regular rail services to Newcastle and Carlisle, which in turn link to main line services to major UK cities north and south. There is also a bus service from Hunstanworth to Consett.

Key features

Conversion of Church Hall and Attached House

Grade II Listed

Unique Architectural Features

On Edge of Small Village

Lovely Panoramic Views

Beautiful Garden

Description

Local Information
Hunstanworth is a picturesque hamlet located on the County Durham/Northumberland border, nestled within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It’s a wildlife haven surrounded by scenic walks and country pursuits, including windsurfing and sailing on Derwent Reservoir. The nearby historic village of Blanchland offers charming local amenities and occasionally serves as a film set. For broader services, Hexham and Corbridge are nearby, providing supermarkets, artisan shops, and eateries. Major cities like Newcastle and Durham are also within easy reach, offering a wide range of cultural, educational, and shopping facilities.

For schooling there are Primary Schools in Whitley Chapel and Slaley while senior schooling is available in Hexham and Consett. In addition Mowden Hall Preparatory School, near Corbridge, provides private education from nursery up to 13 years and there are a number of private day schools in Newcastle and Durham.

Garage | Workshop | Garden

Services
Mains water & electricity. Oil-fired boiler.

Tenure
Freehold

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.

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