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Branton, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1

Key Features

  • Three bedrooms
  • One bathroom
  • One reception room
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Communal gardens
  • On site gym & spa facilities

Description

Charming three-bedroom stone cottage barn
conversion in a picturesque village setting. A successful holiday let, the property offers single-level living, a large communal garden, and access to a nearby swimming pool, sauna, gym tennis courts and golf simulator.

The Property
Old Mill Cottage is a charming three-bedroom barn conversion, thoughtfully arranged over a single level and set within a traditional courtyard setting. Benefitting from access to the excellent leisure facilities at Breamish Valley
Cottages, residents can enjoy use of the swimming pool, sauna, gym, tennis courts and golf simulator for an annual fee.

In recent years, the property has been
successfully operated as a holiday let, offering an
attractive lifestyle or investment opportunity.

Beautifully presented throughout, the cottage offers warm and welcoming accommodation. The well-appointed kitchen features a range of stylish wall and base units, an electric oven and hob, washing machine, dishwasher and fridge freezer. Beyond, the bright and spacious sitting room enjoys a charming exposed stone feature wall and
dual-aspect windows overlooking both the courtyard and communal gardens.

There are three well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which benefit from pleasant garden views. Completing the accommodation is a contemporary bathroom comprising a bath with overhead shower, pedestal wash hand basin and WC.

Externally, residents can enjoy a large communal garden, providing the perfect space to relax and appreciate the peaceful village surroundings.

Notes
A service charge is payable towards the maintenance of the common areas but this also provides access to the leisure facilities at Breamish Valley Cottages which includes swimming pool, gym, tennis courts, sauna and steam room.

Tenure and Possession
Leasehold 999 years from 1st January 2007, 981 years remaining.

EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of D/61.

Local Authority
Northumberland County Council. The property does not have a council tax banding as utilised as a holiday let.

Utilities
The property benefits from mains electricity, oil central heating and water and private drainage. The boiler and heating system is shared between three properties with each property having a meter.

Parking
Parking is available in the courtyard.

Characteristics
Broadband is currently connected with average download speeds of approximately 36Xmbps and average upload speeds of 8.5mbps. Mobile coverage is available, interested parties are advised to perform their own due diligence in respect of availability.

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Viewings
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Important Notice
Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but they are for general guidance only and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance  professional verification should be sought. All dimensions/boundaries are approximate. The mention of fixtures, fittings &/or appliances does not imply they are in full efficient working order. Photographs are provided for general information and you may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.

The Area
Branton is a picturesque and peaceful Northumberland hamlet, situated just a mile from the A697 and offering excellent access to both Alnwick and Morpeth for commuters.

Nestled at the foot of the Cheviot Hills, the village enjoys a stunning rural setting surrounded by some of the county's most beautiful countryside. A welcoming community, highly regarded first school and popular wine bar and restaurant add to the appeal, while everyday amenities can be found nearby in Powburn.

The historic market town of Alnwick is only a short drive away and offers a wider range of shopping, dining and leisure facilities. Renowned for its magnificent Castle and Gardens, Alnwick continues to be one of Northumberland's most sought-after destinations. The region's spectacular Heritage Coastline is also within
easy reach, providing miles of unspoilt beaches, dramatic scenery and charming coastal villages to explore.

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Property details

Tenure
Leasehold
Council Tax Band
TBC
Date Posted
2026-01-29

Price history

DateChangePrice
13 Oct 2026Reduced 3.8% (−£10,000)£250,000
Until 13 Oct 2026Asking price£260,000

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
61 D
75 C

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.

Leasehold Information

Length of Lease
979 years remaining

Tenure is one layer. The full report checks the location itself: planning activity, flood history and heritage.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
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Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 62% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Good NoneThree Good GoodVodafone Good None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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

  • Branton Primary School and Nursery61 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    39
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Whittingham Church of England Primary School3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    81
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Wooler First School7.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    107
    Type
    Community school
  • Ncea Harry Hotspur Church of England Primary School8.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    104
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Thropton Village First School8.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 9
    Pupils
    36
    Type
    Academy converter

Secondary

  • Dr Thomlinson Church of England Middle School9.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    184
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • The Duchess's Community High School9.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,276
    Type
    Academy converter
  • James Calvert Spence College15 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    567
    Type
    Community school
  • The King Edward VI School21 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    13 to 18
    Pupils
    1,426
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Morpeth Chantry Middle School21 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

Budgens - Riverside Store, Wooler7.9 miles
Co-op Wooler Market Place, Wooler8 miles
Spar Thropton, Thropton8.7 miles

GP surgery

Wooler Health8.1 miles

Pharmacy

Glendale Pharmacy8.1 miles

Hospital

Rothbury Community Hospital9.3 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

Chathill Rail Station11 miles

Nearest bus stop

Hedgeley Station0.9 miles

Typical drive times

Wooler14 min · 9.4 miles
Alnwick17 min · 12 miles
Morpeth33 min · 24 miles
Rothbury18 min · 13 miles
Newcastle upon Tyne (city)52 min · 40 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

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Very low risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 1.

Surface water

Medium to low risk (1 in 100 to 1 in 1000)

Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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