Greystead Rectory, Old Church & Cottage
Tarset, Northumberland
Guide Price
£2,250,000
For Sale
"A stunning portfolio of historic Georgian properties in the heart of Northumberland National Park "
The Properties
Greystead Rectory, Old Church and Cottage together offer a unique opportunity to acquire three architecturally and historically significant properties in a peaceful corner of the North Tyne Valley. The Old Church and Cottage, both with residential planning consent, are currently operated as successful holiday lets with consistently high occupancy, presenting attractive income potential for lifestyle buyers —while the Rectory offers a beautifully maintained private home at the heart of the estate.
Positioned in a private setting just moments from the River North Tyne and four miles from Kielder Water, the hamlet of Greystead lies within the renowned Dark Sky Park, offering a sense of seclusion while remaining conveniently close to the amenities of Bellingham and surrounding villages.
Greystead Rectory
Designed circa 1818 by architect H. H. Seward, Greystead Rectory is a beautifully maintained Grade II Listed Georgian property. Carefully preserved and presented to a high standard throughout, the house retains a wealth of original features including sash windows, six-panelled doors, fine cornicing and fireplaces. The Rectory sits within mature, well-kept grounds with wraparound lawns, a gravel terrace for outdoor dining, and a generous driveway for parking. River frontage along the nearby North Tyne, including single-bank fishing rights, adds to the appeal of this quietly situated and impeccably maintained country retreat.
6 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 2 Reception Rooms
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Greystead Cottage
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. Perfectly suited for multi-generational living or visiting guests, with the added benefit of being an already established and successful holiday let business.
3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | 2 Reception Rooms
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Greystead Old Church
Greystead Old Church is a striking Grade II Listed Georgian building, stunningly converted into a distinctive four-bedroom home. Rich in original detail, it features handsome neo-Gothic lancet windows, original Georgian panelling, a fine Victorian stained-glass window and a dramatic open-plan mezzanine living space. The restored three-storey West Tower offers a peaceful retreat, accessed via a specially commissioned staircase with panoramic views from the top. With private parking, scope for a dedicated garden, and flexibility for residential use or holiday letting, it combines heritage with lifestyle appeal.
4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 3 Reception Rooms
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Key features
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Local Information
Greystead Rectory, Cottage and Old Church are all situated 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 local community, both locally in Tarset and in the nearby village of Bellingham. Bellingham offers a range of local amenities, including a variety of shops, post office, cafes, heritage centre, golf course, 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 both on-site and local 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 from Greystead, and Newcastle provides main line rail services direct to London Kings-Cross and Edinburgh.
Approximate Mileages
Kielder Water 4.3 miles | Bellingham 5.2 miles | Hexham 20.4 miles | Corbridge 22.8 miles | Newcastle International Airport 34.8 miles | Newcastle City Centre 39.8 miles
Services
All three properties are connected to mains electricity and share a biomass boiler that provides central heating (wood-chip system). A private borehole and drainage supply water is managed via a mini sewage treatment plant (shared amongst 4 properties). All utilities are managed and administered by the owners of the Rectory.
Fast fibre broadband by B4RN (Broadband for rural communities) forthcoming (expected completion date 2026).
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.
Agents Note to Purchasers
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Submitting an Offer
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Tarset, Northumberland
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