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High Acton Farm Allendale, Hexham, , NE47 9SP High Acton Farm Allendale Hexham NE47 9SP

Guide Price: £425,000

High Acton represents an opportunity to acquire an ideal small holding/upland grass farm. Including a four bedroom farmhouse, circa 28 acres of agricultural land and a range of traditional and modern buildings, all set within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and within easy reach of the Tyne Valley.

 Farmhouse, land and buildings

 Stunning location

 Diversification opportunities

 Ideal small holding

Hexham Office: 01434 609000 FOR SALE AS A WHOLE BY PRIVATE TREATY High Acton farmhouse is a four bedroom farmhouse built from there is the necessary mowable land for the holding to be self‐ traditional Northumbrian stone under a slate roof. On the ground sufficient. LOCATION floor the property briefly comprises a timber framed entrance High Acton Farm lies within the county of Northumberland, porch, a kitchen which includes a gas fired Rayburn and floor and The productive potential of the property is complemented by the approximately 3 miles south of Allendale and 13 miles south west wall units, a large utility room/pantry and two reception rooms, amenity opportunities which it presents. To supplement the of Hexham. both of which have open fires. On the first floor there are three property’s idyllic location there is a charming woodland gorge bedrooms and a bathroom which includes a free standing which is bordered by the Acton Burn which slowly meanders the Allendale provides local amenities such as shops, a post office, shower. length of the property. The gorge, and the land parcel which it is pubs, a primary school and a Doctor’s surgery, whilst Hexham within, is home to an abundance of flora and fauna. provides a wider range of shops, supermarkets, schools and a The farmhouse is typical of the locality and presents the hospital. opportunity to provide a lovely and idyllic family home. Central to In addition to the land there is a range of traditional buildings the home is the cosy kitchen which is the hub of the property. which are attached to the main house. They are built from Hexham and nearby (10.5 miles) have train Further to this there are two downstairs reception rooms which traditional stone under a slate roof and are in a good state of stations on the Newcastle to line, whilst Allendale has a provide welcome additional living space. On the first floor the repair. The buildings present an ideal opportunity for an regular bus service to local towns and villages. Newcastle and bedrooms are well proportioned and the bathroom has been expansion of the existing dwelling or diversification into the Carlisle (37 and 36 miles respectively) are accessible due to the recently modernised. leisure/holiday let market. Such conversions would require the proximity of the property to public transport and the A69 trunk necessary consents being sought. road. High Acton has until recently been a working and productive upland farm, comprising approximately 11.45 Ha (28.29 Ac) of In terms of modern buildings there is a block built, steel framed DESCRIPTION land of which circa 4.20 Ha (10.37 Ac) is mowable. The land has and tin sheet roofed and clad building which extends to circa High Acton is a property with enormous potential and represents historically supported a small flock of commercial sheep and its 2,400 ft². This building is ideal for livestock housing and handling that scarce and sought after opportunity to acquire a house with nature presents the opportunity to do so again. The land in its and has recently been used for this purpose. In addition, there is a a convenient amount of land and buildings. Situated in the current guise presents an opportunity for an incomer to utilise a steel portal framed shed (circa 1,200 ft²) built in 2012 with tin box stunning Allen Valley, the property enjoys breathtaking views in blank canvas with an immediate response expected from profile cladding to the sides and roof. This building is fully an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. management. The land is parcelled into convenient sizes and enclosed, has a sliding metallic door and is ideal for machinery would be ideal for a small holder to utilise straight away, whilst and/or general storage.

TENURE Freehold with vacant possession on completion.

MINERAL/SPORTING RIGHTS Included in so far as they are owned.

DESIGNATIONS The property in its entirety is within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The land is classified as being Severely Disadvantaged.

WAYLEAVES AND EASEMENTS The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, water, drainage, watercourses, light and other easements, quasi or reputed easements and other rights of adjoining owners (if any) affecting the same and all matters registerable by any competent authority subject to statute.

SERVICES Mains Electricity, Private Water and Drainage.

COUNCIL TAX High Acton Farmhouse ‐ Band E.

EPC RATING High Acton Farmhouse ‐ Rating G.

LOCAL AUTHORITIES o Northumberland County Council. o DIRECTIONS required to give an undertaking to comply with the scheme High Acton is approximately 3 miles from Allendale town centre. requirements for the remainder of the scheme year. YoungsRPS’ MONEY LAUNDERING From the town centre take the road signposted fees (£300 plus VAT) for the transfer of the land and entitlements Please note the Purchaser(s) will be required to comply with /Whitfield, on crossing the river take the third left will be met by the Purchaser. Money Laundering Regulations. signposted /Carrshield and after circa ½ mile take the left hand turn for Acton. Follow the road for approximately two ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMES VIEWING miles, whereby the driveway to High Acton is on the left‐hand The land is currently entered into a Higher Level Stewardship Viewings are strictly by appointment with the agents and should side of the road and identified by a YoungsRPS For Sale sign. agreement which expires on 31 October 2022. The purchaser will not be unaccompanied. be expected to abide by the requirements of the scheme and/or BASIC PAYMENT SCHEME indemnify the current scheme holder. The agreement will be CONTACT The land is registered on the Land Parcel Identification System. transferred on completion to the new purchaser. YoungsRPS’ fees Harry Morshead The entitlements are included in the sale. They have been (£300 plus VAT) for handling the transfer will be met by the Tel: 01434 609000 claimed for the 2019 scheme year and any purchaser will be purchaser. Details of the scheme are available on request. [email protected]

Particulars prepared May 2019 Plans are for indicative purposes only All areas are approximate IMPORTANT NOTE: Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and the Business Protection from Misleading Marketing Regulations 2008: We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable. They should be considered as general guidance only and do not constitute all or any part of the contract. None of the services, fittings and equipment have been tested. Measurements, where given, are approximate and for descriptive purposes only. Boundaries cannot be guaranteed and must be checked by solicitors prior to exchange of contracts. Prospective buyers and their advisers should satisfy themselves as to the facts, and before arranging an inspection, availability. Further information on points of particular importance can be provided. No person in the employment of

YoungsRPS (NE) Ltd has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. R201

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