6 bedroom farm house

Accommodation in Brief

Farmhouse

Entrance Vestibule | Sitting Room | Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room | Family Room | Utility/Store Room | Boiler Room | Ground Floor Shower Room | Principal Bedroom with En-suite Shower Room | Five Further Bedrooms | Family Bathroom

Outbuildings

Stone Barns | Substantial Livestock Sheds | Stores

Cottage Garden | Extensive Parking | Land Extending to Around 39 Acres in All | Potential to Rent Additional Land by Separate Negotiation

The Property

Gilside Farm extends to around 39 acres of farmland close to the town of Haltwhistle in the heart of Hadrian’s Wall country. The area is ideal for livestock farming and equestrian pursuits with easy access to the main infrastructure of the North East, yet located amidst some of the most beautiful surroundings that Northumberland has to offer. Sitting centrally to the land is a substantial stone-built farmhouse that has been updated and extended along with a range of outbuildings for livestock and the storage of agricultural equipment. There is the potential to further develop the property through the conversion of the traditional stone barn.

There may be the opportunity to rent further land of around 40 acres, subject to separate negotiation.

The Farmhouse

Gilside Farmhouse is an attractive and generous stone-built property occupying a central position within the land and benefitting from wonderful views all around. The original farmhouse was already of impressive size and was further extended on 2016 when the adjoining barn was converted to create yet more accommodation.

The living accommodation is light, spacious and flexible. The sitting room has lovely solid wood flooring that reflects the history of the building, whilst the family room has a more contemporary atmosphere. Both rooms look out across the and the Tyne Valley beyond. At the heart of the farmhouse is the fantastic open plan kitchen and dining room which was created in 2021 by removing an internal wall to form expansive flowing space. There is a range of fitted cabinetry, a large central island and a grand AGA as a centrepiece. Exposed wooden ceiling beams run above the dining area with room for a large table and chairs. The kitchen is further served by a utility/store room and there is also a boiler room. An accessible shower room completes the ground floor accommodation.

There are six bedrooms arranged across the first floor with varying outlooks. The principal bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and triple aspect. This room benefits from an en-suite shower room, whilst the other bedrooms are served by a family bathroom. The bedrooms display a mix of character features and contemporary finishes. Any one of these rooms could easily be configured for a variety of uses, including a home office or study.

The Land

The land at Gilside Farm offers superb pasture and hay meadows which are divided into well-managed fields by a mix of stone walling and modern fencing. There is good access to all the land, and also good water supplies. Currently the land is used to farm sheep and beef cattle. In all the property extends to around 39 acres.

Outbuildings

There is a range of both traditional and modern outbuildings at Gilside Farm. Adjoining the farmhouse there are stone-built barns with huge storage space, with the more modern outbuildings standing adjacent. These outbuildings are set up for livestock and further storage. All are well laid out with easy access for agricultural machinery.

The fantastic traditional stone barn offers great potential to convert, subject to securing the necessary consents. This could provide further accommodation to the main house, an annexe for guests or a dependent relative or a host of other possibilities.

Local Information

Gilside Farm occupies a superb position surrounded by glorious Northumberland countryside, yet just on the edge of Haltwhistle, a popular and thriving town situated between Carlisle and Newcastle. The town offers an excellent range of amenities with supermarkets, a good selection of shops, leisure centre and outdoor swimming pool, professional services and a hospital. The beautiful surrounding area is Hadrian's Wall country and the town itself is believed to be the centre of Great Britain. More comprehensive services including larger supermarkets, a larger hospital and a further range of shops and eateries are available in nearby Hexham. Both Newcastle and Carlisle provide comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities.

For schooling there is a primary school in Haltwhistle together with Henshaw Church of England Controlled First School. Senior schooling is offered at Haydon Bridge High School. Nearby Queen Elizabeth High School & Sixth Form in Hexham is very well-regarded and has recently been upgraded with state of the art facilities. The new building also incorporates Hexham Middle School. In addition, Mowden Hall Prep School is a short distance away, just outside Corbridge, together with several private day schools in Newcastle.

For the commuter the A69 provides excellent access to Newcastle in the east and Carlisle in the west, with onward access to the A1 and M6 respectively. Newcastle International Airport is also easily accessible. There are rail stations at both Bardon Mill and Haltwhistle which provide regular cross-country services and in turn link to other main line services to major UK cities north and south.

Approximate Mileages

Hexham 15.7 miles | Corbridge 19.3 miles | Carlisle 22.2 miles | Newcastle International Airport 33.8 miles | Newcastle City Centre 36.4 miles

Services

Mains electricity and water. Private drainage to septic tank. Biomass pellet boiler central heating.

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. 

Agents Note to Purchasers

We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval.

Submitting an Offer

Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed.