Old Town Farm
Otterburn, Northumberland
Offers Over
£1,200,000
Sold
"A Grade II Listed country house with stunning gardens, outbuildings and land extending to around 40 acres"
The Property
Old Town Farm is a handsome Grade II Listed country house with lovely gardens, a range of outbuildings and land extending in all to around 40 acres. There is also potential to secure further land subject to separate negotiation. The property is surrounded by magnificent Northumberland countryside close to the village of Otterburn, a small parish village in the upland valley of Redesdale on the southern edge of the Cheviot Hills.
The house dates back to the 18th century, although there was probably much earlier occupation of the site at Old Town. Changes and additions were made in the mid-19th century, and the stone under Lakeland slate construction is both striking and attractive. There is potential to update and add a personal stamp to this beautiful home. Character features include high ceilings with decorative coving and cornicing, pretty fireplaces and wonderful box bay windows in the two south-facing reception rooms. The sitting room and family room are both generously proportioned and take in views over the gardens and the landscape beyond. The dining room offers more formal entertaining space and there is also a large study. The kitchen/breakfast room has a warm and inviting farmhouse style, with a grand AGA, a large central island and plenty of space for a table and chairs. The kitchen is complemented by a spacious utility room, accessed from the boot room. A useful ground floor WC adds further practicality.
A second kitchen is open plan to a living room area, and this has formed part of a self-contained annexe known as The Coach House. This accommodation is part of the main property, but is accessed independently, demonstrating the versatility on offer. There is also a pantry and a WC on the ground floor of this part of the property.
There are two separate staircases within the main house leading to the first floor and four double bedrooms. All four bedrooms are light and bright with varying outlooks. The bedrooms are served by a fully tiled family bathroom with a stylish suite comprising freestanding bath, wash hand basin, WC and heated towel rail. There is also another separate WC.
A third staircase within The Coach House also rises to the first floor where a sitting room provides a quiet spot to relax. There are three further bedrooms and a shower room.
Externally
Old Town Farm overlooks attractive south-facing gardens that are predominantly laid to lawn with a lovely patio seating area positioned to catch the best of the sun. The ha-ha wall on the southern boundary wall accentuates the far-reaching views. To the east side of the house is the magical walled garden. Beautifully maintained topiary and box hedges define planting areas for colourful flowers and productive vegetable beds. Fruit trees and bushes line the walls and dot the lawns and a glasshouse to one corner will assist the keen gardener. Peaceful seating areas provide an idyllic escape to enjoy the elegantly maintained garden.
Substantial stone outbuildings include a stable and byre with storage room above, and a separate building that forms a garage, car port and workshop.
Stack Yard
Further to the east, beyond the walled garden is the stack yard with substantial outbuildings. Extensive hardstanding gives access to the large multi-purpose agricultural shed (with 3 bays, each one approx. 100 ft in length) and a Dutch barn (approx. 60ft x 15ft) The whole yard is wonderfully sheltered.
The Land
The land at Old Town Farm is immediately to the south of the property with access from the road for agricultural machinery. The fields included in the sale extend to around 37.76 acres. They are south facing and gently sloping, currently down to pasture and hay meadow, with an area of woodland and a stream.
Available by Separate Negotiation
There is a further 173.72 acres of land available by separate negotiation.
Two substantial stone-built barns are available to the purchaser of Old Town Farm. The barns are available by separate negotiation and offer great potential and a wealth of possibilities. Standing either side of a courtyard, the barns have planning permission to be developed as two residential dwellings (Northumberland County Council planning ref. 23/01299/FUL).
Agents Note
There is a public footpath that passes through the land to the south of the house. The footpath continues through the land that is available by separate negotiation.
Key features
Description
Local Information
Otterburn is a small village in the upland Redesdale Valley in Northumberland at the heart of the Cheviot Hills with an interesting history. In 1388 a major battle between the Scottish and English armies took place and despite James Douglas, 2nd Earl of Douglas being killed the Scots took Sir Henry Percy captive and over a thousand English were either taken or left dead on the field. The dead were carried to Elsdon church from Otterburn where they were later buried and a monument “The Percy Cross” was erected and stands within a small plantation, half a mile north of the village. Today, things are much quieter and the village is a popular resting place for travellers to and from Scotland and a small vibrant community; with an independent general grocery shop, village hall, two hotels and Otterburn Mill. Le Petite Chateau and Otterburn Castle are both hotels and offer a public restaurant and bar; Otterburn Mill, an 18th-century woollen mill contains a small museum outlining the history of weaving, outdoor shop and café. The village also boasts a sports centre.
The village of Bellingham is a short drive away and offers everyday amenities with a variety of shops, post office, cafés, heritage centre, several pubs together with a family-run hotel, banks, garage, library, health centre, chemist and emergency services, gym and an excellent 18-hole golf course. The Northumberland International Dark Sky Park and the Northumberland National Park are nearby and the surrounding countryside offers excellent walks and cycling. Kielder Water and Forest Park is also within easy reach and provides amultitude of water-based activities, a sculpture trail, mountain biking and a multi-purpose track for running and cycling. Hexham provides a wider range of local retail, educational and professional services together with a hospital; the eclectic range of boutiques, cafés and restaurants and Newcastle is within easy reach and provides further comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities.
For schooling, there is a First School in Otterburn, while Bellingham offers a Middle School and Sports College. Senior schools are available in Ponteland, Hexham and Haydon Bridge with several private day schools in Newcastle.
For the commuter the A696 and A68 provide excellent links and further the A1 and A69; The A68 also offers excellent links to Edinburgh and the north. The railway station at Hexham provides regular cross-country services east and west, which in turn link to other main line services to major UK cities. The railway station at Newcastle provides regular services to London and the South, with Morpeth railway station also offering direct services north and south. Newcastle International Airport is also within easy reach.
Accommodation in Brief
Old Town Farm
Hall | Sitting Room | Family Room | Dining Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Utility Room | Boot Room | Study | Kitchen/Living Room | Pantry | Two Ground Floor WCs | First Floor Sitting Room | Seven Bedrooms | Bathroom | Two Shower Rooms | First Floor WC
Externally
Stable & Byre | Garage | Car Port | Workshop | Gardens | Walled Garden
Stack Yard
Multi-Purpose Agricultural Shed | Dutch Barn | Hardstanding
Land
Pasture & Meadow Land | Woodland & Stream | Around 37.76 Acres Included | Further Land of around 173.72 Acres Available by Separate Negotiation | Two Stone-Built Barns Available by Separate Negotiation
Approximate Mileages
Otterburn Village Centre 1.3 miles | Bellingham 7.3 miles | Hexham 21.4 miles | Morpeth 26.4 miles | Newcastle International Airport 27.5 miles | Newcastle City Centre 34.3 miles
Services
Mains electricity. Water from spring (shared with Old Town community). Drainage to septic tank. Oil-fired central heating.
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.
Location
Otterburn, Northumberland
Register for similar homes
Are you thinking of selling?
If you need to sell a property or would like to know how much your property is worth, contact us today to arrange a valuation appointment.