General Description - Oxhay Barn dates back to 1834 and was formerly part of Keele Estate, more recently converted into a beautifully presented, extensive and versatile private residence, arranged over two floors and comprising 8 bedrooms with a number of reception rooms. Many of the original features have been retained to include exposed timber beams, brickwork and vaulted ceilings and although the accommodation flows from one end to the other, it could very easily be subdivided internally to create a number of independent living areas. The property forms part of a small gathering of similar properties and is positioned with a 0.7 acre site with enviable views over open countryside. Within the grounds is a detached two storey dormer bungalow which comprises two self-contained apartments, currently let out and income producing. There is also a steel framed workshop extending to approx. 1,300 sq ft which offers garage/workshop space and has the potential, subject to planning, to be demolished to create additional residential accommodation.

Location - The property forms part of a small group of four individual properties comprising the subject property, Swallowcroft Barn (an adjoining barn conversion residence), Potters Barn (a detached barn conversion residence) and Little Oxhay Farm House (the original farm house) and is accessed via Lymes Road which leads to Whitmore Road (A53). Newcastle town centre is approx. 2 miles to the north. Lymes Road ultimately connects to Three Mile Lane in Keele, close to the entrance to Keele University.

Vat - The sale price is not subject to VAT

Tenure - Available freehold, subject to contract.

Services - All mains services are connected. Gas fired central heating installed throughout. No services have been tested by the agents.

Alternative Uses - Although the property is currently a private residence, there are a wide range of alternative uses that the property could be used for, subject to planning.
C3 - Dwellinghouses: The property is also arranged in such a way that it could also be converted into three smaller units with each property having a minimum of two bedrooms and their own private gardens.
Smaller self contained residential units could also be created which could cater for the Airbnb or longer term rental market.
C1 - Hotels: The property could be used as a Bed & Breakfast or hotel operation in conjunction with the detached dormer bungalow providing either additional lettable rooms or staff/owner onsite living accommodation.
C2 - Residential Institutions: to include care home or boarding schools providing specialist training or support
E(e) to provide medical or health services where a less conventional and more bespoke setting is preferred.
Other uses may be suitable, subject to planning where appropriate and interested parties are encouraged to contact Newcastle Borough Council's planning department for further information.

Epc - 74 (Band C)

Council Tax - Band G - £3,503 payable pa (23/24)

Anti Money Laundering - In accordance with the anti-money laundering regulations, two forms of identification will be required (e.g. photographic driving license, passport, utility bill) from the applicant and a credit check may also be required, the cost of which will be the responsibility of the applicant. Where appropriate we will also need to see proof of funds.