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£750,000

Priory Farm Steading, Holystone, Morpeth, NE65

Bedrooms
7
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • SUBSTANTIAL HOME WITH VERSATILE ANNEXE
  • EIGHT BEDROOMS ACROSS BOTH DWELLINGS
  • BRIGHT & SPACIOUS OPEN-PLAN LIVING
  • INTEGRAL GARAGE & EXTENSIVE PARKING
  • GENEROUS LANDSCAPED PLOT
  • PEACEFUL RURAL SETTING NEAR MORPETH
  • STUNNING COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS
  • NO UPPER CHAIN

Description

Set within an attractive rural setting at Priory Farm Steading, Holystone, this substantial and highly versatile barn conversion offers extensive family accommodation alongside a well-appointed detached Hemmel, ideal for use as a holiday let with current permissions. All positioned within generous landscaped grounds on the edge of Northumberland National Park, combining characterful steading appeal with flexible modern living, the property is ideally suited to family living.

The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged across two dwellings, each benefitting from bright and airy interiors, generous proportions and strong connections to the surrounding gardens. Multiple dual and triple-aspect rooms, French doors and Velux windows allow natural light to flood the home, while the flexible layout provides excellent versatility for growing families and home working alike.

Located within Holystone, in the Coquet Valley near Rothbury, the property enjoys a peaceful semi-rural setting surrounded by open greenery while remaining accessible to nearby amenities, transport links and countryside walks. The combination of space, privacy and adaptability makes this an exceptional opportunity within a highly desirable Northumberland location.
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The internal accommodation comprises: an entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor and access into the spacious kitchen/diner, fitted with a range of wall and base units alongside integrated appliances. The room enjoys triple-aspect windows and ample space for dining, creating a bright and sociable heart to the home. To the opposite side of the entrance hall is a ground-floor WC and a hallway leading to three well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom complete with bath, WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail. Positioned at the end of the hallway is a further staircase rising to the first floor.

To the upper level, the landing provides access to two generous double bedrooms, a bathroom and a spacious living room with log burning stove, which can also be accessed via the central staircase. Velux windows throughout this floor allow excellent natural light, while a door from the central landing provides direct external access.

The property also benefits from a highly versatile converted Hemmel. The ground floor comprises an open-plan kitchen/diner with dual aspects, French doors to the garden, fitted units and integrated appliances, alongside a ground-floor WC and under-stair storage. A further reception room also enjoys dual aspects and French doors opening onto the rear garden, with access into the integral garage.

To the first floor are three bedrooms, all benefitting from Velux windows and served by a well-appointed family bathroom.

Externally, the property occupies an expansive plot with beautifully maintained gardens, patio areas and attractive greenery views, creating excellent outdoor space for family life and entertaining. A long driveway provides ample off-street parking for multiple vehicles. Served by mains water and electricity, the property has oil central heating and a septic tank for water treatment.
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On The Ground Floor -

Entrance Hall -

Kitchen/Diner - 4.45m x 5.66m (14'7" x 18'7") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Wc -

Hallway -

Bedroom - 3.32m x 2.15m (10'11" x 7'1") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Bathroom - 3.32m x 2.00m (10'11" x 6'7") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Bedroom - 3.32m x 3.70m (10'11" x 12'2") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Bedroom - 3.32m x 3.61m (10'11" x 11'10") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Store -

On The First Floor -

Landing -

Bedroom - 4.45m x 5.46m (14'7" x 17'11") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Bathroom - 1.85m x 3.01m (6'1" x 9'11") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Bedroom - 4.45m x 4.38m (14'7" x 14'4") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Landing -

Living Room - 4.45m x 6.88m (14'7" x 22'7") - Two windows to front, window to rear, four skylights, window to side, double door, door to:

Annexe Ground Floor -

Kitchen/Diner - 6.16m x 7.13m (20'3" x 23'5") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Wc -

Store -

Living Room - 6.16m x 3.16m (20'3" x 10'4") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Garage - 6.16m x 3.72m (20'3" x 12'2") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Annexe First Floor -

Landing -

Bedroom - 5.72m x 4.94m (18'9" x 16'2") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Bedroom - 2.99m x 2.40m (9'10" x 7'10") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Bathroom - 2.63m x 3.07m (8'8" x 10'1") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Bedroom - 5.72m x 4.50m (18'9" x 14'9") - Measurements taken from the widest points.

Disclaimer. - The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-06-04

Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
73 C
92 A

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
Oil 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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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

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Limited LimitedVodafone Good Good

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

  • Harbottle Church of England First School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 9
    Pupils
    16
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Thropton Village First School4.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 9
    Pupils
    36
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Rothbury First School6.5 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    3 to 9
    Pupils
    94
    Type
    Community school
  • Otterburn Primary School7.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    46
    Type
    Community school
  • Whittingham Church of England Primary School9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    81
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Dr Thomlinson Church of England Middle School6.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    184
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Bellingham Middle School and Sports College14 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    46
    Type
    Foundation school
  • The Duchess's Community High School16 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,276
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Morpeth Newminster Middle School18 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    521
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Morpeth Chantry Middle School18 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    525
    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

Spar Thropton, Thropton4.4 miles
Co-op Rothbury - Town Foot, Rothbury6.5 miles
Co-op Bellingham - Parkside Place, Bellingham14 miles

GP surgery

Npc Rothbury6.4 miles

Pharmacy

Boots6.4 miles

Hospital

Rothbury Community Hospital6.4 miles

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

Acklington Rail Station17 miles

Nearest bus stop

Holystone Mill200 metres

Typical drive times

Wooler40 min · 28 miles
Alnwick29 min · 20 miles
Morpeth38 min · 25 miles
Rothbury12 min · 8 miles
Newcastle upon Tyne (city)56 min · 41 miles

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.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • 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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