Old Mousen, Northumberland, NE70
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
Key Features
- Barn conversion
- Three double bedrooms
- Enclosed courtyard and lawned garden
- Three bathrooms
- Utility
- Two reception rooms
- Office/store
- High ceilings and charm throughout
- Off Street Parking
- EPC Rating E53
Description
Fay Cottage is a lovely barn conversion in the hamlet of Old Mousen. Offering character and charm across two floors with spacious accommodation throughout.
On entering the hall which provides a useful store cupboard leads into the dining area which alternatively makes a great reception room or snug, a great versatile space. The kitchen is the heart of the home with exposed stone walls and stone arch adding character to the home. The kitchen features a large island with breakfasting seating with wall and floor units provide good storage. The appliances include dishwasher, fridge freezer, wine cooler, granite worktops and gas Rangemaster. Steps lead to the dining area of the kitchen with space for table and snug area as well as patio doors leading into the enclosed courtyard. Off the kitchen there is a useful utility room with yet more cupboards and space for white goods.
The sitting room provides a lovely relaxing space to enjoy and entertain with log burning stove set in an inglenook fireplace and a lovely window seat overlooking the garden. There is a further office room and large store room to the ground floor as well as a WC with wash hand basin.
Stairs lead to the first floor with two ensuite shower rooms, one of which boasts fitted wardrobes and the other features dual aspect views.
The master bedroom benefits from a balcony with seating and views over the nearby countryside and coast, a lovely spot for a morning coffee.
The family bathroom completes the internal accommodation comprising freestanding bath, separate shower, WC and wash hand basin.
The property feature heigh ceiling and exposed beams as well as latch doors adding to the character throughout.
Externally the courtyard off the kitchen is a lovely suntrap and provides a great seating area. From here the garden is lawned and features a summerhouse. The driveway provides parking for a few cars. Two sheds provide yet more good storage for the property.
Location
In the heart of Northumberland’s stunning countryside, Old Mousen offers the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and excellent connectivity. Ideally positioned with easy access to the A1, the area provides convenient links both north to Scotland and south towards Newcastle and beyond.
Surrounded by beautiful rolling landscapes and just a short drive from Northumberland’s renowned coastline.
Services
Mains electricity and water. Shared septic tank. LPG heating.
Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax
E
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- E
- Date Posted
- 2026-05-27
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Gas Heating
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Driveway
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
8.5 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Belford Primary School1.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 90
- Type
- Community school
- Ellingham Church of England Primary School5.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 46
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Seahouses Primary School6.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 60
- Type
- Community school
- Holy Island Church of England Primary School6.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 8
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Wooler First School7.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 107
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- The Duchess's Community High School13 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,276
- Type
- Academy converter
- Berwick Academy14 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 13 to 18
- Pupils
- 601
- Type
- Academy converter
- Dr Thomlinson Church of England Middle School19 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 9 to 13
- Pupils
- 184
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- James Calvert Spence College19 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 567
- Type
- Community school
- The King Edward VI School28 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 13 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,426
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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