1 Bedroom Cottage for sale in Sparty Lea, Northumberland

SummaryFor sale via online auction 17/11/2022 13:15, fees apply.

Delightful stone-built cottage situated off the beaten trackThis Grade 2 listed, stone-built cottage is offered with tremendous potential.

Although it is currently a one bedroom cottage there is considerable scope to develop it further, subject to obtaining the necessary permissions, as it only occupies part of its original footprint, with a derelict barn to the right.

The property has tremendous panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and is in a plot of approximately half an acre sitting above Ellershope Farm, which stands above Low Shield Close just to the South of Sparty Lea.

The parts of the property that are habitable are in good order and that accommodation currently comes with the benefits of lpg gas central heating with accommodation comprising: Lounge, Kitchen, Utility Room, Bedroom with Dressing Room, Bathroom/WC.

Ellershope Cottage is approached by a track and a robust car/4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended.

To reach it you head through Sparty Lea from Allendale and as you reach the cottages on the left at Low Shield Close, just before Ellershope Bridge, there is a lane to the left.

Where the track splits, take the right hand fork.

At the metal gate follow the track up to Ellershope Farm.

Pass through the farmyard and just beyond the house take the track, through the gate, that leads up to Ellershope Cottage - a 4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended here.

The property lies roughly five and a half miles to the South of Allendale, which is approximately 10 miles from Hexham.

It is on the 688 bus route which runs a regular service between Allenheads and Hexham.

The area is served by schools in Allendale, Haydon Bridge and Hexham.

Allendale has an active community and there are the following on hand: A medical centre, sports facilities, range of shops to cater for your day to day needs and there are more services and amenities in the larger town of Hexham, which was recently named the Happiest Place To Live in the UK.

An early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the size and location of this attractive family home.

Please call our Hexham team on for further information and your appointment to view.

Council Tax Band: BTenure: FreeholdLiving Room (5.62m x 4.61m)Windows to the front, fireplace, radiator, beamed ceiling, spiral staircase to the first floor.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room (3.41m x 2.67m)Entrance door to the rear, window to the rear, radiator, Range with double oven and ceramic hob, fitted wooden units.

Utility Room (2.47m x 1.91m)Window to the rear.

Double Bedroom (5.54m x 3.21m)Windows with fantastic views to the front, radiator.

Bathroom/WC (3.89m x 2.63m)Velux window, radiator, panelled bath, shower cubicle, wash hand basin on classic wash stand, two high flush wc's, stone tiled floor.

ExternalSet within its own plot the property has outstanding views in all directions.

At the East end of the property is the derelict barn that is calling out for renovation, subject to obtaining the appropriate planning approvals.

InformationThe property falls within Northumberland County Council Tax Band B as from April 2022. The property has mains electricity and is served by a spring water supply, with a septic tank for drainage.

Planning had been obtained in 1998 (application reference number 970501).

Auctioneers Additional CommentsPattinson Auction are working in Partnership with the marketing agent on this online auction sale and are referred to below as 'The Auctioneer'.

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