South Cottage GREAT WHITTINGTON | NORTHUMBERLAND A characterful single storey barn conversion in a popular yet peaceful Northumberland village Corbridge 3.5 miles | Hexham 8.9 miles | Newcastle International Airport 15.4 miles Newcastle upon Tyne 16.9 miles Accommodation in Brief Farmhouse Kitchen | Sitting Room | Inner Lobby Principal Bedroom with En-suite Bathroom | Two Further Bedrooms Guest Shower Room & WC Parking | Gardens | Summer House Sun Terrace | Car Port The Property South Cottage is a characterful single storey barn conversion located in the pretty and peaceful village of Great Whittington. Formerly a dairy and cowshed, the property was converted in the early 1990’s and has recently been tastefully and thoughtfully designed to offer spacious accommodation with quality fixtures and fittings, all presented with tasteful décor throughout. There are exposed stone walls and wooden beams throughout. A stable door leads into the farmhouse style dining kitchen. A room of good size, it offers a fine range of wall and floor units and freestanding dresser cabinetry with complementary quartz work surfaces and two slide and hide bench top USB hubs. Integral appliances include a double electric oven, induction hob and a dishwasher with plumbing for a washing machine. There are characterful crux beams to the vaulted ceiling with discreet LED lighting and Velux windows which add to the feeling of space. Café style lighting is positioned over the dining area with the added benefit of dimmer control which adds to the ambience. Double doors lead to the sitting room which is another room of generous proportions and benefits from dual aspect to the front and rear, exposed stone walls and French doors to the garden. A wood burning stove set within a brick inglenook with wood mantel over sits centrally between two alcoves and takes centre stage. Off the kitchen is the inner lobby which gives access to the bedroom accommodation and door to the rear garden. There are three double bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from a good selection of fitted wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom comprising bath, wash hand basin, heated towel rail and WC. There are two further bedrooms, one of which is currently used as a study and offers a perfect spot for working from home. The bedrooms are served by a separate shower room with WC. Externally To the front of the property is a well-kept town style garden and a hard surfaced parking area. There is also access to a communal parking area. At the rear of the property is a private garden, mainly laid to lawn for ease of maintenance with a sun terrace off the sitting room. The garden is planted primarily with shrubs and perennials and an array of climbers such as Wisteria, Clematis and climbing roses add softness to the fenced boundaries. A large Pavilion style workshop is located to one side which could lend itself to a host of uses such as a home office as it benefits from power and light and a wood burning stove. A dog kennel is located at the rear. To the side is a useful car port/storage area which is accessed from double gates at the rear of the garden. Local Information Great Whittington is a popular, small conservation village in the Tyne Valley, situated within easy commuting distance of Newcastle and only one mile from historic Hadrian’s Wall. The village is surrounded by beautiful, rolling farmland and has the benefit of a village hall. The renovated village pub is scheduled to re-open soon. The nearby charming and historic village of Corbridge offers a wide variety of local amenities including a range of artisan shops, a renowned delicatessen, supermarket, restaurants, inns, doctor and dentist surgeries, community services and a garage, while nearby Matfen Hall and Close House offer excellent leisure facilities including spa, gym, golf courses and driving range. The historic market town of Hexham provides further professional, retail and recreational services including a hospital. Newcastle city centre which provides comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities is also within easy reach. The beautiful Scottish Borders are a short and scenic drive to the north. For schooling there are first and middle Schools in Corbridge, while senior schooling is offered in Hexham. In addition, Mowden Hall Prep School is located just outside Corbridge and there are several private day schools in Newcastle. For the commuter Great Whittington is convenient for the Military Road and A69 which give excellent access to Newcastle to the east and Carlisle to the west. Railway stations, located in Corbridge, Hexham and Stocksfield, provide services to Newcastle and Carlisle where connecting main line rail services are available to major UK cities. Newcastle International Airport is also easily accessible and there is a regular bus service to both Newcastle and Hexham. Floor Plans Total area: approx. 112.8 sq. metres (1214.4 sq. feet) Directions From Corbridge centre take Stagshaw Road (B6529) heading north and go under the A69, following the A68 north to the Errington Coffee House roundabout (formerly the Errington Arms). Turn right and take the Military Road (B6318) towards Newcastle, taking the first left turn signposted to Great Whittington. On entering the village, continue down the hill following the bend to the right and where the road forks with the village green in the centre, take an immediate left turn. South Cottage is ahead on the left-hand side. 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. Services Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil-fired boiler to radiators. 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