Elsdon, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE19

The Property

High Mote is a unique property, a traditional farmhouse set in 3.37 acres of private grounds with outstanding open views over the Northumbrian National Park. Located on the edge of the historic village of Elsdon, it offers all the benefits of country living while being only 23.8 miles from Newcastle Airport.

The house itself has excellent potential, offering the purchaser the opportunity to update to their own taste and create an outstanding contemporary country house. In addition, through its land and outbuildings, the property lends itself to keeping livestock and horses, as well as to a variety of lifestyle options such as working from home, business ventures, or for those interested in self sufficiency.

Set within its own grounds, High Mote is only a five minute walk down a private drive to the village of Elsdon, with its traditional village green, historic church and pub. To the west of the property lies the site of an 11th century motte and bailey castle, known as The Mote Hills. To the south there are easy to maintain gardens, and from all sides there are uninterrupted views over the surrounding rural landscape.

Inside the house the main living areas are generously sized and include character features such as traditional stone fireplaces and exposed beams.

The front door leads into a porch area which opens into an entrance hallway. To the left is the farmhouse kitchen, which is light and airy and features an Aga, walk in larder and space for a large kitchen table beside the window overlooking the garden.

To the right of the hallway is a reception room with original polished wood beams and a wood burning stove, currently used by the owners as a dining room. Leading off this first reception room, down a few steps, is the large sitting room which was originally a barn adjoining the house. The original beams and log burning stove give it a cosy atmosphere and it leads into the conservatory, which requires renovation but provides excellent views over the garden.

Completing the ground floor is an entrance hall leading from the back door, along with a downstairs WC and utility room.

An attractive wide stairway leads to the upper floor where there are four bedrooms. The smallest is currently used as a home office and next door there is a double bedroom with built in cupboards and a large south facing sash window overlooking the garden and fields beyond.

Along the corridor is a further generously sized bedroom with fitted wardrobes and two south facing sash windows giving plenty of natural light. The spacious principal bedroom, which was originally part of the attached barn, has a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams. It has ample fitted cupboards and an en suite bathroom.

Externally

The property offers approximately 3.37 acres in the form of two fields. There are easy to maintain south facing gardens, mainly laid to lawn. Overlooking the garden is a good sized games room or office which backs onto a range of outbuildings with potential for use as stables.

There is a private drive and a gravelled area bordered by a dry stone wall, providing parking for multiple vehicles. The property also has rights to a spring on adjoining land which serves an outside tap.

High Mote enjoys fine views from all aspects. The area is rich in history and the property sits within the Northumbrian National Park and the International Dark Sky Park, offering an outstanding natural environment and rural landscape.

Local Information

Elsdon is a historic village set in the Rede Valley in Northumberland. The village has a pub, historic church and village hall, and there is a small but vibrant community.

Otterburn, where there is a primary school and nursery, is three miles away and offers a range of amenities including a local shop and sports centre. Otterburn is also well served by three hotels, Le Petit Chateau, Otterburn Castle and The Coach House, which offer restaurants and bars. The larger villages of Bellingham to the west and Rothbury to the east are both a short drive away.

Elsdon provides easy access to the Coquet Valley, the Simonside Hills and the Cheviot Hills. There is direct access to Harwood Forest with miles of walking and cycling routes, including the Sandstone Way and St Oswald’s Way.

Kielder Water and Forest Park are within easy reach and provide a wide range of activities including water sports, an observatory, sculpture trail, mountain biking and a multi purpose track for running and cycling.

There are two National Trust properties within easy reach, Wallington Hall and Cragside House and Gardens.

The market towns of Alnwick to the east and Hexham to the south west provide a wider range of retail, educational and professional services, together with hospital facilities. The vibrant city of Newcastle offers an extensive range of cultural, recreational, educational and retail amenities and is just over 30 miles away.

For commuters, the A696 and A68 provide excellent links to the A1 and A69. The A68 also connects north towards Edinburgh. Newcastle railway station provides regular services to London and the south, while Morpeth railway station also offers direct services north and south. Newcastle International Airport is within easy reach.

Approximate Mileages

Elsdon 0.1 miles | Otterburn 3.2 miles | Bellingham 14.8 miles | Rothbury 11.7 miles | Morpeth 19.5 miles | Newcastle International Airport 23.8 miles | Hexham 31 miles | Newcastle City Centre 30.2 miles

Services

Mains electricity and water. Drainage to septic tank. Oil fired boiler.

Tenure

Freehold

Council Tax

Band F

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.

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