Walwick Grange Farm House

Humshaugh, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 4BH

Guide Price £500,000

Bedroom Count icon 4

Reception Count icon 3

Bathroom Count icon 1

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Reception Rooms
  • Breakfasting Kitchen
  • Utility
  • Bathroom
  • Gardens
  • Off Street Parking
  • Outbuildings
  • Rural Location

THE PROPERTYWalwick Grange Farmhouse is a splendid handsome detached period property tucked away in a pretty corner of the Tyne Valley. The property enjoys a rolling pastoral countryside setting yet is conveniently located approximately four miles from the popular market town of Hexham.Retaining many characterful features, the property would benefit from some modernisation and offers a not to be missed opportunity for someone seeking to create a lovely comfortable family home tailored to their own tastes and requirements in which to enjoy the pleasures of rural living and yet be within easy reach of a town.In a traditional layout the centrally placed front entrance door of the property opens into a lobby and reception and staircase hall which provide access to the ground floor accommodation. The principal reception rooms include a drawing room with an imposing fireplace, a sitting room/dining room and a snug. There is also a substantial kitchen with ample space for a breakfast table, a large walk in panty and a rear porch/utility.To the first floor there are four generously proportioned bedrooms where period features are evident with decorative fireplaces still in place in most rooms. There is also a family bathroom and separate wc and a large linen cupboard on the landing.OUTSIDEA stone wall with decorative ironwork encloses the front garden and a large enclosed garden lies to one side. At the rear of the property there is a small courtyard area with several useful outbuildings.LOCATIONWalwick Grange Farmhouse is situated in a pretty village surrounded by rolling countryside close to the line of Hadrian's Wall in the heart of the Tyne Valley. The local historic market town of Hexham with its wide range of local amenities lies just over 4 miles away. Within Hexham there are a variety of shops, a weekly market and several large supermarkets, as well as a choice of cafés, restaurants and pubs. There are also plenty of leisure facilities, with golf available at Hexham and Tynedale Golf Clubs. The town also has several excellent schools, including the outstanding-rated Sele First School and for secondary, the Queen Elizabeth High School. The independent Mowden Hall Preparatory School is also within easy reach. The beautiful surrounding area provides walks and other country pursuits, with sports clubs and Hexham racecourse within easy reach. Newcastle city centre provides more extensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities. The property enjoys excellent communication links with the nearby A69 giving access to surrounding villages and towns. The beautiful Northumbrian heritage coastline and Newcastle lie to the east and Carlisle and the Lake District to the west. Easy onward access leads to the A1, A1(M) and M6 and Newcastle International Airport is also easily accessible. Hexham station offers regular cross-country services linking to other mainline services to major cities including London.DIRECTIONSHead west out of Hexham on the A69. Turn right onto the A6079 towards Wall. Continue on this road to Chollerford. At the roundabout in Chollerford turn left onto the B6318 then left again at the junction for the B6319. At the bend in the road on the Cycle route 72 turn left signed Warden and Hexham onto Homer’s Lane and the Walwick Grange Farmhouse is the first property on the right hand side opposite the farm.Post Code: NE46 4BHMILEAGESHexham 4.5 milesNewcastle upon Tyne 26 milesCarlisle 37 milesGENERALServices: Mains water and electricity, private shared drainage system, electric panel radiators with some night storage heaters.Local Authority: Northumberland County CouncilTenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax Band: Band DEPC: Rated GVIEWING ARRANGEMENTSStrictly by appointment with Galbraith Hexham. Telephone: 01434 693693 Email: hexham@galbraithgroup.comANTI MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) REGULATIONS Please note that under the 2017 AML regulations we are legally required to carry out money laundering checks against purchasers. To enable us to complete these checks purchasers will need to provide along with their offer either: a) originals of primary (e.g. a passport) and secondary (e.g. current council tax or Utility bill) or b) copies of the same certified and dated by appropriate professional. Failure to provide this information may result in an offer not being considered.WHAT 3 WORDSSwarm.adding.padding