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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · DH8 9JN
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Enjoying an enviable position in the heart of Whittonstall, this beautifully presented four-bedroom home offers spacious family living, stylish interiors and wonderful views across the Northumberland countryside.
Accommodation Positioned in the heart of the picturesque village of Whittonstall, Rowan House is an attractive stone-built family home offering beautifully presented accommodation, thoughtfully updated to suit modern family life while retaining a warm and welcoming feel.
Stepping through the attractive front door with its decorative frosted glazing, you are welcomed into a bright entrance hall.
Immediately to the right is a convenient ground floor WC, while to the left is a practical area for coats and shoes before the hallway opens into the heart of the home.
The open plan living and dining room is a wonderfully sociable space, perfectly suited to everyday family life as well as entertaining.
The living area offers a comfortable place to relax, while the dining area provides ample space for family meals and gatherings.
Natural light floods through windows at the front of the property, while the adjoining garden room creates an even brighter atmosphere at the rear.
The garden room overlooks the garden, with French doors opening directly onto the patio, it provides a peaceful space to relax with a book, enjoy morning coffee or simply appreciate the surrounding greenery.
Returning to the hallway, the kitchen has been finished in a contemporary style with an excellent range of fitted units and generous worktop space.
Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, oven and grill, while a bespoke recess has been designed to accommodate a large American-style fridge freezer.
Two windows overlook the rear garden, with a glazed side door bringing in further natural light and providing convenient external access.
Leading from the kitchen is a particularly spacious utility room, created by incorporating part of the original garage to provide excellent laundry facilities and additional storage.
Beyond this is a useful plant room occupying the remaining garage space, housing the property's heating system, which is fueled by eco-friendly biomass pellets, which are conveniently available to be delivered to your door.
The first floor offers a traditional and well-balanced layout with four bedrooms positioned around the central landing.
The principal bedroom is a generous double, enjoying lovely rural views from two windows and benefitting from extensive built-in wardrobes.
Completing the suite is a beautifully appointed en-suite shower room featuring a contemporary vanity unit, ladder-style heated towel rail, double shower enclosure and WC.
Bedroom two is another spacious double bedroom, complete with a useful storage nook and attractive countryside views.
The family bathroom has been beautifully designed to create a luxurious space, featuring a freestanding bath, separate double shower, vanity wash basin with storage, WC and a large fitted mirror that enhances the feeling of space and light.
Bedrooms three and four are both comfortable double rooms. One benefits from generous eaves storage, while the other enjoys dual aspect windows, creating a wonderfully bright and airy room.
External The gardens at Rowan House perfectly complement the character of the property.
To the rear, the garden rises gently to a raised seating area, with spectacular panoramic views across the surrounding countryside.
On a clear day, the Cheviot Hills can be seen in the distance, creating a truly special setting to sit and unwind.
Designed to be both attractive and practical, the garden combines planted borders with gravelled areas, allowing buyers to tailor the level of maintenance to suit their lifestyle.
Enclosed by attractive fencing and accessed through private gates leading to the driveway, the space feels secure and private while remaining ideal for relaxing, entertaining or gardening.
In addition to the property's private parking, Rowan House also benefits from shared access alongside a small free car park, providing plentiful and convenient parking for visiting family and friends.
Location Whittonstall is a picturesque Northumberland village surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining exceptionally well connected.
The village is home to a welcoming community, the popular village pub, as well as a first school.
A wider range of everyday amenities can be found in the nearby towns of Prudhoe, Consett and Corbridge.
For commuters, Whittonstall enjoys excellent access to the A68 and A69, providing straightforward routes to Newcastle upon Tyne, Hexham and Durham.
The surrounding countryside offers an abundance of walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits, making this an ideal location for those seeking the best of village life without compromising on convenience.
Services | Biomass heating system, mains water, and electricity. Council Tax | Band E Tenure | Freehold EPC Rating | E|52 Agents Note These particulars do not form any part of any offer or contract.
They are intended to provide a fair description of the property but neither Anton Estates nor the Vendor accept any responsibility for any error they may contain, however caused.
Any intending purchaser must therefore satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness.
Neither Anton Estates nor any of their employees has any authority to make or give any further representations or warranty in relation to this property.
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