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RIVER COTTAGE
HINDHAUGH | WEST WOODBURN | HEXHAM | NORTHUMBERLAND
A stunning conversion of
bar n and stables in the heart
of beautiful Northumberland
countr yside with magnificent
vie ws of the River Rede
RIVER COTTAGE
HINDHAUGH | WEST WOODBURN | HEXHAM | NORTHUMBERLAND
APPROXIMATE MILEAGES
West Woodburn 4.9 miles | Bellingham 9.2 miles | Corbridge 17.1 miles | Hexham 18.2 miles
Newcastle International Airport 25.2 miles | Newcastle City Centre 31.9 miles | Jedburgh 34.0 miles
ACCOMMODATION IN BRIEF
RIVER COTTAGE
Hall | Sitting Room | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Cloakroom/WC | Boiler Room | Two Double Bedrooms | Bathroom
ANNEX
Sitting Room | Kitchen/Dining Room | Cloakroom/WC | Two Double Bedrooms | Bathroom
Garden | Gated Parking
Finest Properties | Crossways | Market Place | Corbridge | Northumberland | NE45 5AW
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THE PROPERTY
River Cottage is a striking conversion of a traditional barn
and a matching fitted dressing table. The second bedroom
and stables that retains all the character of the original
enjoys views towards the River Rede, has a glazed door
stone buildings and is presented immaculately throughout.
giving access to the original external stone steps and
The property is situated in an elevated position above
is fitted with full-length sliding door wardrobes to one
the River Rede amidst stunning rural Northumberland
wall. The bedrooms are served by a bathroom fitted with
countryside yet within easy reach of the local amenities
double-ended bath, walk-in shower with dual rainfall and
on offer in West Woodburn and Bellingham. Comprising
handheld heads, WC and wash basin; the bathroom is
two adjacent cottages, the properties offer the potential
fully tiled with a combination of glass and porcelain tiling,
to be developed to create a single dwelling subject to the
has recessed storage niches and benefits from underfloor
necessary approvals. Alternatively, one cottage could offer
heating.
a rental opportunity and revenue stream.
The annex is entered from the courtyard through fullyOn entering the hall to River Cottage the quality of the
glazed double doors that open into the kitchen/dining
finish is immediately apparent with underfloor heating
room. The kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range
throughout and both traditional and modern touches that
of units, electric oven, large ceramic hob, stainless steel
characterise the property as a whole. The glazed door
sink, integrated dishwasher, washing machine and space
brings natural light, complemented by feature-lit niches on
for an American-style fridge/freezer. The kitchen has
the staircase. The practical, porcelain floor tiles continue
ample space for a large dining table and benefits from
from the hall into the downstairs cloakroom which is fitted
underfloor heating. The bright sitting room has a multi-
with a contemporary WC and countertop basin. The
fuel stove set on a stone hearth and has a glazed French
bright and inviting sitting room features a stone fireplace
door and window overlooking the front courtyard. A useful
with multi-fuel stove and solid oak mantlepiece, floor-
downstairs cloakroom with WC and wash hand basin
to-ceiling windows to one side and fully-glazed French
completes the ground floor.
doors opening to the south-facing garden. This versatile
entertaining space offers ample space for a dining area.
Stairs from the sitting room lead up to the first floor, where
The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a comprehensive
the master bedroom has fitted wardrobes and drawer
range of units with granite work surfaces and a large
units, and a charming Juliet balcony with stunning views
breakfast bar, 1½ bowl under-mounted sink, electric
to the river and woodland. The second bedroom also has
double oven and ceramic hob, integrated dishwasher and
fitted wardrobes and twin Velux windows. The bedrooms
washing machine, space for an American-style fridge/
are served by a light and airy bathroom with bath, walk-in
freezer. The downstairs accommodation is completed by a
shower, WC, wash hand basin and underfloor heating.
boiler room which houses the wood pellet boiler and also
useful under-stairs storage.
The property further benefits from an energy efficient
heating system including solar thermal panels that qualify
Stairs from the hall lead up to the first floor landing area
for Feed in Tariff Scheme and a Biotech Pellets Heating
which is flooded with light from a Velux window. The dual
system that qualifies for the Ofgem Renewable Heat
aspect master bedroom has fitted wardrobes to one end
Incentive (RHI).
EXTERNALLY
To the front of the property there is a large gated and gravelled parking area, with space for several vehicles. To the rear of the River Cottage
the beautifully landscaped garden has been created re-using stonework from the original farm buildings in order to retain the local character.
This south-facing garden includes a generous flagstone terrace positioned to enjoy the views and peaceful surroundings for most of the day. The
garden has a traditional drystone wall boundary with lawned area, border planting, a stone-edged pond and a garden shed. A further area of
garden offers the potential to create a superb terraced area with glorious views of the River Rede and surrounding rural landscape that would
catch the sun in the afternoon and evening.
LOCAL INFORMATION
River Cottage is situated near to the villages of Ridsdale and West Woodburn which offer an active
Newcastle is within easy reach and provides further comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational
local community, a village shop/Post Office and a couple of traditional country pubs. The beautiful
and shopping facilities.
surrounding area provides walks and other country pursuits and the area is a haven for wildlife, much
of which can be enjoyed from the garden. The Northumberland International Dark Sky Park and the
For schooling, there is a First School in West Woodburn, while Bellingham offers a Middle School and
Northumberland National Park are nearby and the surrounding countryside offers excellent walks and
Sports College. Senior schools are available in Hexham and Haydon Bridge with several private day
cycling; Kielder Water and Forest Park, which is also within easy reach, provides a multitude of water-
schools in Newcastle.
based activities, a sculpture trail, mountain biking and a multi-purpose track for running and cycling.
The thriving village of Bellingham offers everyday amenities with a variety of shops, post office, cafés,
For the commuter the A68 and A69 provide excellent access to Newcastle in the east and Carlisle in
heritage centre, several pubs together with a family-run hotel, banks, garage, library, health centre,
the west, and onward access to the A1 and M6; the A68 also offers excellent links to the north. The
chemist and emergency services, gym and an excellent 18-hole golf course. Hexham provides a wider
railway stations at Hexham and Corbridge provide regular cross country services to both Newcastle and
range of local retail, educational and professional services together with a hospital; the eclectic range of
Carlisle, which in turn link to main line services to other major UK cities north and south. Newcastle
boutiques, cafés and restaurants in Corbridge are also very accessible.
International Airport is also within easy reach.
First Floor
Ground Floor
Annex First Floor
Annex Ground Floor
SERVICES
POSTCODE
Mains electricity, private water from a
NE48 2RL
borehole, private drainage; Biotech boiler
central heating and 4kW solar panels.
DIRECTIONS
From Corbridge take the B6529 Stagshaw
Road out of the village and join the A68
northbound towards Jedburgh. Follow the A68
for 13.6 miles to Ridsdale and take the left
COUNCIL TAX
Band C
EPC
Rating D
turn, just before the Gun Inn, onto Armstrong
Street. Follow this road, bearing left after about
0.6 miles over a cattle grid; continue for a
further 2.3 miles, crossing three further cattle
TENURE
Freehold
grids and passing under a stone arch railway
bridge. River Cottage is at the end of the road.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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