Blackett House

Matfen, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE20 0RP

Offers In Excess £600,000

0.23 acres

Bedroom Count icon 5

Reception Count icon 2

Bathroom Count icon 3

  • 2 Reception Rooms
  • Breakfasting Kitchen
  • Utility
  • Study
  • 5 Double Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms (2 en-suite)
  • Generous gardens
  • Garaging and parking
  • Central village location

THE PROPERTYBlackett House is an imposing country house steeped in history with delightful gardens. Belonging to the Matfen Estate, the property has never been for sale before and offers the perfect blend of a conveniently accessible location with timeless charm, making it an ideal haven for those seeking a tranquil countryside lifestyle and yet be within easy commuting distance of Hexham, Newcastle upon Tyne and major transport links. Timeless and characterful period features are evident as you look at this fine property including the Blackett Family coat of arms proudly displayed on the front elevation, stone mullioned windows with working shutters and beautiful fireplaces.A stone portico leads into the reception and staircase hall that runs the entire depth of the house to a rear access porch. The principal reception rooms comprise a drawing room, dining room both with open fireplaces and a study. There is also a substantial breakfasting kitchen with integrated appliances, a utility and a cloakroom/wc. There are five double bedrooms off the landing on the first floor with the master bedroom and bedroom 2 both having en-suite facilities while the three remaining bedrooms are serviced by a family bathroom.OUTSIDEBlackett House enjoys a central village location with quaint pavement style gardens behind private off street parking that are located either side of the front entrance portico. To the rear there is a generous garden, garaging and outbuildings.LOCATIONBlackett House is perfectly positioned in the charming village of Matfen, considered to be one of the most desirable Northumbrian villages. Conveniently located west of Newcastle, Matfen offers a selection of local amenities, including a village shop, a tearoom, a popular pub, a village hall, a parish church and the renowned five-star Matfen Hall Hotel with its golf courses, spa, swimming pool and award-winning restaurant. Further amenities are available at Corbridge, Ponteland, and Hexham, whilst more extensive facilities can be found in Newcastle upon Tyne, with an international airport and regular main line trains to London Kings Cross and Edinburgh. The Tyne Valley has beautiful scenery and appealing, historic villages, all of which are easily accessible via a good local road network. Many of the region’s attractions can be found within a short drive and further afield is the Lake District National Park, Northumberland National Park and the Northumberland heritage coastline. Schooling is well catered for with first schools in Stamfordham and Belsay, and first and middle schools in Corbridge. A wide range of schooling is available in Hexham, while independent Mowden Hall Preparatory School is also within easy reach.DIRECTIONSDrive into Matfen from the south. Driving through the village, Blackett House is the penultimate property on the left before the Black Bull pub. Post Code NE20 0RP.What 3 Wordsbolt.cleanser.scrubbingHexham 13.5 milesCorbridge 6.5 milesNewcastle upon Tyne 18 milesGENERALServices: Mains electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating.Local Authority: Northumberland County CouncilTenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax: Band FEPC: Rated DAGENTS NOTEBlackett House adjoins a one bedroom property known as Temperance Cottage. It too is available for sale through Galbraith’s Hexham office. Both properties are available for sale separately or can be sold together.VIEWINGStrictly by appointment with Galbraith HexhamTel: 01434 693693 Email: hexham@galbraithgroup.comANTI MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) REGULATIONSPlease 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.