The Property
Positioned amidst the unspoiled landscapes of the Northumbrian Heritage Coast, this magnificent Grade II Listed Georgian country house—once part of the Duke of Northumberland’s estate—boasts far-reaching views across the National Trust dunes at Buston Links, extending towards the Alnmouth estuary and the North Sea. With lovingly maintained gardens and paddock extending to over four acres, the property also includes two annexes, offering additional flexibility and potential within this wonderfully scenic setting.

Inside, the main house retains much of its original Georgian charm, with high ceilings, decorative cornicing, and large sash windows that flood the interior with natural light. Entering through the wide, bevelled glass door with original shutters, you step into the impressive panelled outer hall. Doors lead symmetrically to the reception rooms on either side. Wooden panelling extends through to the inner hall ahead. The inner hall is beautifully proportioned and features an elegant staircase with a polished mahogany handrail that rises to a galleried landing. A grand chandelier hangs overhead, while a large sash window bathes the space in natural light.

Three substantial reception rooms feature on the ground floor including a drawing room, library and formal dining room all featuring original wood flooring, and period fireplaces. The drawing room is a bright, inviting space with south and easterly aspects, enjoying beautiful views across gardens, countryside and to the sea. Rich with character, the drawing room features an original fireplace with delft tiles inset, sash windows, complete with working shutters, architraves and cornicing. The library – lined with bespoke bookcases, and views of the sea, provides a warm retreat, with a wood-burning stove set into its original surround.

Across the hall, the dining room, with its high ceilings and period detailing, provides a wonderful space for hosting. The adjoining kitchen, featuring an Aga nestled in a stone inglenook, ample storage, and French doors which lead to a small kitchen garden. A separate pantry and laundry room add to the home’s functionality. A second staircase, accessible from the kitchen, leads to the first-floor landing.

Upstairs, the period charm is evident throughout, with spacious bedrooms that enjoy far-reaching views and plenty of natural light. The principal suite, overlooking the garden, features a generous en suite bathroom, while two further bedrooms also benefit from en suite facilities. A well-appointed family shower room serves the remaining rooms. Classic details such as Lefroy Brooks fittings, roll-top baths, and cast-iron radiators add to the home’s character.

Annexes and Further Potential
The two wings of the house are currently split-configured as separate annexes, with a courtyard at their centre and each benefiting from private entrances. Old Hall Cottage, in the west wing, includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen, and a sitting room with an Inglenook fireplace with wood burner inset. The east wing provides a one-bedroom cottage with a small Aga, an inglenook fireplace with wood burner and has the benefit of a fantastic garden and sea views. Both are currently let on Assured Shorthold Tenancies but could be reintegrated into the main house or used for multigenerational living, guest accommodation, or additional rental income. An unconverted Coach House with planning permission for a holiday home offers further potential for development or adaptation to suit individual needs.

Externally
Lovingly maintained, the terraced gardens are a defining feature of the property, offering a sequence of formal and informal spaces that unfold with a painterly quality. Manicured box hedges and topiary frame the parterre, while beyond, there are borders brimming with roses and lavender. A series of stone steps, flanked by south-facing listed walls decorated with fruit trees, gently descends to the lower terraces, where orchards and paddocks unfold in a picturesque setting. The orchard is lovely and boasts a variety of fruit trees including apple, plum, mulberry, quince and walnut. Beyond the orchard, the paddock extends to 3.12 acres. From High Buston Hall’s garden terraces, uninterrupted views of the North Sea create an enviable backdrop for outdoor entertaining. A large private driveway sweeps around the western side of the property, providing ample parking for both the main house and annexes.