Linden Cottage
Humshaugh, Hexham, Northumberland
Guide Price
£725,000
Sold
"A secluded stone-built cottage with far-reaching views, exceptional gardens and development potential"
The Property
Tucked behind a listed stone wall in the heart of Humshaugh, Linden Cottage is a quietly secluded, stone-built cottage with expansive gardens, a detached garage, and panoramic views over the Tyne Valley. Originally built to a very high standard from heritage stone on the former orchard and kitchen gardens of Linden House, the property has since been extended with care to reflect its traditional character. It has been attentively maintained and offers both privacy and promise, all within easy walking distance of the village’s amenities.
Internally, the layout flows with ease, offering generous proportions and ample natural light throughout. The large sitting and dining room is a standout space—enlarged to incorporate a wide glazed garden room that captures the full sweep of the rear lawn and surrounding countryside. A wood-burning stove is set into a traditional fireplace surround, and the space enjoys a natural connection to the outdoors, framed by mature planting and heritage fruit trees just beyond the windows.
The kitchen sits adjacent, enjoying views over the rear garden and offering a generous range of cabinetry for practical storage. Integrated appliances include a double oven and electric hob, with designated space for a dishwasher. A small adjoining utility room offers additional storage, space for laundry appliances, and access to the garden. There is clear scope for enhancement—either by extending outward or opening through to the dining area to create a larger, open-plan kitchen if desired.
The principal bedroom features a large bay window overlooking the rear garden and is served by a spacious en-suite bathroom. At the front of the house, two further generously sized bedrooms enjoy views over the private garden—one with five tall vertical windows, the other with a wide bay window. The fourth bedroom is a versatile space, currently used as a study. A bright, well-appointed shower room serves these rooms. An additional utility room offers excellent storage and could readily be repurposed as a home office or additional bathroom, if required.
Externally
Set well back from the road, Linden Cottage is approached via a generous private driveway with ample parking and a detached stone-built garage equipped with power. The garage could be extended or rebuilt as a double, subject to requirements.
The gardens are among the property’s most distinctive features—beautifully tended and carefully planted, with uninterrupted views stretching across the Tyne Valley to the rear. A broad lawn extends from the rear terrace, framed by heritage apple, plum and pear trees, along with a productive kitchen garden of soft fruits. Each autumn, the apple harvest contributes to the local community shop’s juice pressing initiative, with proceeds supporting village causes. To the front, the garden bursts into life in spring, with a natural display of rare and varied flowers emerging through the grass—adding colour, charm, and seasonal interest to this already picturesque setting.
Key features
Description
Local Information
Humshaugh is a small, rural village nestled in the beautiful North Tyne Valley, just a few miles outside the market town of Hexham and on the doorstep of the Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site. The village offers excellent local amenities including an award-winning village shop—run by the community—a village hall, first school, doctor’s surgery, parish church, and a popular pub.
Nearby Hexham offers a full range of day-to-day amenities with supermarkets, shops, schools, professional services, and a hospital. The surrounding countryside offers scenic walks and outdoor pursuits, while leisure options include golf courses, sports clubs, and Hexham Racecourse. Newcastle city centre provides further cultural, educational, and shopping facilities.
For commuters, the A69 and Military Road offer easy access to Newcastle, Carlisle, and onward to the A1 and M6. The A68 also gives excellent access to the north. Hexham railway station provides regular links to Newcastle and Carlisle, both of which connect to mainline services. Regular bus services also serve the village. Newcastle International Airport and the A1 are within easy reach.
Accommodation in Brief
Entrance Hall | Sitting Room/Dining Room | Kitchen | Utility Room | Shower Room | Storage Room/Study | Principal Bedroom with En-Suite | Three Further Bedrooms
Externally
Driveway | Detached Garage | Front and Rear Gardens | Orchard | Kitchen Garden
Approximate Mileages
Hexham 7.1 miles | Corbridge 8.4 miles | Newcastle International Airport 20.5 miles | Newcastle City Centre 23.4 miles | Carlisle 36.9 miles
Services
Linden Cottage is connected to mains electricity, water and drainage, with oil-fired central heating and solar panels installed. Excess solar energy is diverted to heat the water, and the system generates an income of approximately £1,750 per year under a favourable feed-in tariff—helping to offset utility costs.
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
We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval.
Submitting an Offer
Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed.
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Location
Humshaugh, Hexham, Northumberland
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