Greystead Cottage

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Tarset, Northumberland

Guide Price

£550,000

For Sale

Finest Properties, Northumberland

3 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

2 Reception Rooms

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"A Georgian Coach House conversion with beautifully conceived interiors, generous proportions, and a large secluded walled garden, all set within Northumberland National Park"

The Property
Dating to 1818 and set within the grounds of a Grade II Listed rectory, Greystead Cottage is a detached Georgian home of quiet distinction. Designed originally to serve as stables and accommodation for the rectory’s coachman, the property has been sympathetically reimagined as a characterful country home, with a measured architectural approach that respects its origins while offering comfort and practicality in equal measure.

The house occupies a private position at the edge of the hamlet of Greystead, just a stone’s throw from the banks of the North Tyne and only four miles from Kielder Water. Its setting—within a Dark Sky Park and surrounded by open countryside—feels entirely removed yet remains within easy reach of amenities in Bellingham and beyond.

Greystead Cottage, Greystead Rectory and the neighbouring converted Greystead Old Church sit within close proximity, offering a rare opportunity to acquire one or more historically significant properties within this peaceful corner of the North Tyne valley. Whilst residential occupancy is permitted, both the Cottage and the Church currently operate as successful holiday lets with consistently high occupancy rates and present a compelling prospect for lifestyle buyers seeking income-generating potential.

Inside, the Cottage layout follows a generously proportioned Georgian plan, with a series of beautifully lit rooms arranged across two floors. The sitting room is notably spacious, framed by deep-set sash windows and a wood-burning stove set into a stone fireplace with decorative tiled surround. Across the hall, a separate dining room—once the original coachman’s quarters—retains a quieter intimacy, with views to the walled garden and hills beyond.

At the rear, the kitchen/breakfast room is smart and practical, fitted with architect-designed units in a sympathetic heritage colour, granite worktops, and a tiled splash back. An electric AGA-style range with induction hobs is featured, while the layout provides plenty of room for informal dining. Timber floors, open shelving and soft-toned walls give the room a relaxed and usable feel, in keeping with the rest of the house. A utility/drying room adjoins, fitted with additional storage and laundry appliances, and offering a separate entrance ideal for wet coats or dogs.

Also on the ground floor is a shower room with a quadrant enclosure and traditional Burlington fittings, discreetly tucked beside the staircase.

Upstairs, three characterful bedrooms are arranged off a bright, sky-lit landing. The principal suite is especially generous in scale, with views across the garden and valley beyond. A second double bedroom—formerly the hayloft—features exposed beams and pitched ceilings. The third bedroom, a twin room, similarly draws warmth from painted timber floors, pitched ceilings and exposed ceiling beams. The family bathroom has been recently redesigned with a Burlington suite, including a heritage-style basin, overhead shower and bath set beneath a tiled wall.

Externally
Greystead Cottage is set within its own grounds, including a large, enclosed walled garden planted with fruit trees and mature shrubs. A perfect spot for outdoor dining. Beyond the garden wall, the surrounding farmland, with open, expansive views and public footpaths offers access to the valley’s woodland and hills.

Key features

Detached Georgian Coach House Conversion

Beautiful Sympathetic Interiors

Northumberland National Park

Large Walled Garden with Fruit Trees

Fantastic Income Potential

Description

Local Information
Greystead Cottage lies in the Upper North Tyne valley of Northumberland, close to the River North Tyne and the stunning Kielder Water, all within the Northumberland National Park. There is a thriving community in the nearby peaceful village of Bellingham with a range of local amenities including a variety of shops, post office, cafes, heritage centre, several pubs together with a family-run hotel and garages. Additionally, residents benefit from a health centre and a chemist, ensuring convenient access to healthcare services. More comprehensive services such as larger supermarkets, a hospital and a wider range of shops and excellent restaurants are available in Hexham, where there is also a train station with easy access to Newcastle upon Tyne.

For those with a love of the outdoors there is fishing on the North Tyne, an excellent 18-hole golf course and beautiful surrounding countryside for walks and cycling. Nearby Kielder offers a wide range of water sports and other outdoor pursuits. The renowned Kielder Observatory is positioned to make the most of the remarkable dark night skies. For education, the nearby village of Greenhaugh is home to a well-regarded primary school. Bellingham offers a nursery school as well as first and middle schools. Additionally, Mowden Hall Preparatory School, located just outside Corbridge, provides private education from nursery through to age 13. There are also several excellent private day schools in Newcastle, offering further educational opportunities.

Newcastle city centre is under an hour away and provides comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities. For the commuter the A68, A69 and Newcastle International Airport are easily accessible, and Newcastle provides main line rail services direct to London Kings Cross and Edinburgh.

First Floor
Principal Bedroom | Second Double Bedroom | Twin Bedroom | Family Bathroom

Services
Mains electricity. Water is supplied by a private borehole and drainage is managed via a mini sewage treatment plant (both located off-site and shared with 3 neighbouring properties). A biomass boiler provides central heating (wood-chip system). Fast fibre broadband available in area.

Tenure
Freehold

Council Tax
Band E

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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