4 bedroom detached house for sale

Description
Approached via a quiet access lane and enjoying fabulous far reaching countryside views, this is a 'Dorran' prefabricated, detached, four bedroom bungalow requiring refurbishment and potential structural repair, or, subject to planning, possible demolition in order to re-build on the generous south facing site, the site extends to approximately 0.4 acres. Ideal for cash buyers and investors.

Description

Approached via a quiet access lane and enjoying fabulous far reaching countryside views, this is a 'Dorran' prefabricated detached bungalow which requires refurbishment and potential structural repair, or, subject to planning, possible demolition in order to re-build on the generous site, the site extends to approximately 0.4 acres. Set in a lovely garden plot bordered by stone walling, the accommodation extends to four bedrooms, family bathroom, good sized breakfasting kitchen and an 'L' shaped reception room with open fire and bay window taking advantage of the views. There is a small stone byre and timber garage (in need of repair or removal), the gardens comprise large lawned areas, vegetable garden, a rockery and small pond. An early inspection is strongly recommended of this unusual opportunity. Ideal for cash buyers and investors.

Location

Otterburn is a small village in Northumberland, 31 miles (50 km) northwest of Newcastle upon Tyne on the banks of the River Rede. It lies within the Cheviot Hills about 16 miles (26 km) from the Scottish border. The parish of Otterburn is at the heart of Redesdale, a Northumbrian upland valley steeped in history and blessed with natural beauty. Facilities within the village include Otterburn Hall and Otterburn Tower both large historic hotels. Otterburn Mill provides clothing shopping and restaurant and the village has a first school, pub and two village stores. The property is ideally placed to explore the unspoilt and historic landscapes of Northumbria, Kielder Water and Kielder Forest. Hadrians Wall and the Scottish borders are all just a short drive away.

Enjoy the countryside, excellent for hill walking and mountain biking as well as nearby facilities for fishing and golf.

Directions

From the A69 heading East towards Corbridge. Carry on over the Styford roundabout for about two miles then take the slip road sign posted Corbridge. At this roundabout turn right onto the A68 North, sign posted Jedburgh. Follow this road north until you reach the junction with the B6320 sign posted Otterburn and Northumberland National Park, turn right for Otterburn and take the first slip road on the right signed 'Old Town Farm'. The Croft is the first property you see on the right hand side.



From the front drive, a path leads round to the rear of the property and the principal access via a verandah and porch. A Upvc door with side panel leads into:-

Reception hall

Fitted cupboard.

Reception room 5.68m x 4.26m plus 2.54m x 2.41m 18'8' x 14'0' plus 8'4' x 7'11'

(l-shaped) A bright, spacious room with dining area and living area with tiled fireplace incorporating an open fire, large bay window providing stunning views and two further windows to the side elevation. Door from dining area to:-

Breakfasting kitchen 4.18m x 4.07m 13'9' x 13'4'

Accessed from the reception room, hall and lobby. Recess housing a white re-conditioned Rayburn oil fired cooker which also provides the domestic hot water and central heating to radiators throughout (except the reception room). Airing cupboard housing the hot water tank with immersion heater which supplements the domestic hot water. Three further fitted cupboards, stainless steel sink with single drainer and fitted cupboards below. Work surface with plumbing below for a washing machine and dishwasher.

Entrance lobby

Door to the front garden, walk-in store cupboard (previously a wc), further small store cupboard, hatch to loft.

Bathroom

Comprising a panelled bath with electric shower over, low level wc and pedestal wash-hand basin.

Bedroom 1 3.49m x 4.09m 11'5' x 13'5'

(measured to outside of wardrobes) Two built-in wardrobes, window overlooking the rear garden with fabulous views. Fitted wash-hand basin.

Bedroom 2 4.07m x 2.93m 13'4' x 9'7'

(measured to outside of wardrobes) Two built-in wardrobes, window overlooking the rear garden with fabulous views.



Bedroom 3 2.89m x 3.2m 9'6' x 10'6'

Two fitted cupboards, window with views over the front garden.

Bedroom 4 2.45m x 3.19m 8'0' x 10'6'

Window with views over the front garden.

Externally

A five bar gate and wicket pedestrian gate lead into the front drive and garden, The Croft is set in a delightful garden plot, surrounded by dry stone walls. The front garden is divided by the drive with a kitchen garden to both sides plus a lawned area. To one side are further vegetable beds plus:

Stone byre 4.43m x 2.53m 14'6' x 8'4'

With slate roof.



To the side of the house is a further lawned area with mature hedging. A path leads round the side gardens where there is a dilapidated timber garage and access to the rear garden which overlooks the fantastic views and is mainly laid to lawn with mature trees, a small pond and rockery area.

Services

Mains electricity is connected, shared private spring water supply, drainage is to a septic tank.

Tenure

We understand the property to be Freehold.

Council tax

Northumberland County Council tax band A.

Free Market Appraisal

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