4 Bedroom Property for sale in Brampton, CA8
Blenkinsopp Terrace, Greenhead, Brampton, CA8£325,000
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SITUATION Blenkinsopp Castle and ruins forms part of a residential park, lying just south west of the A69 Trans Pennine route and is ideally placed, therefore, for access to the M6 and A1 (M) as well as Carlisle, Hexham and Newcastle upon Tyne. The area is steeped in history with Northumberland National Park being but a short drive, along with Hadrian's Wall and the Roman Army Museum. Neighbourhood amenities can be found within the nearby village of Haltwhistle and there are further amenities at Greenhead including a golf course. For the commuter the A69, M6, A68 and A1 (M) provide links with the North of the country. The Trans Pennine railway along with East and West Coast mainline railway services provide further communications with the rest of the country. There are international airports at Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Liverpool and Manchester to complement the existing road and rail network. Many of the regions attractions are close at hand, beyond which can be found the delights of Northumberland, the Lake District, the Scottish Borders, North Yorkshire along with the East and the West coasts.
THE PROPERTY Blenkinsopp Castle dates from the 13 century with a Pele tower which was later incorporated into a 19th century mansion. During the 20th century the manor house was used as a hotel but which was severely damaged by fire in 1954. The castle ruins still stand with a wing currently being occupied as an imposing family home. The house is Grade II listed with the ruins being noted as a scheduled monument. The house itself enjoys a high degree of versatility with the current arrangements providing two reception rooms, dining kitchen, study and four bedrooms, one with en-suite facilities. The sale represents a rare opportunity to acquire a unique property and a piece of history and fokelore.
The entrance hallway has stairs leading off to the first floor and a doorway through to a self-contained potential annexe which is currently utilised as a study, shelved store room, cupboard and W/C. There is an external doorway connecting through to the courtyard. The dining kitchen forms the focal point of the property being fitted with a comprehensive range of Cherry wood fronted base and wall mounted storage units with integrated Neff double oven and grill four plate ceramic hob unit, dishwasher and larder fridge. There is ample space for table and chairs along with a panelled ceiling with recess spot lighting. The living room enjoys fine views over the surrounding countryside and has a stone fireplace with wooden mantel shelf and cupboards to either hand. Leading off is a good sized utility room and a further versatile room which has the original 13 century stone ceiling. An inner hallway also has direct access to the courtyard and has a ground floor spacious double bedroom at the far end with views as before. To the first floor is a galleried landing with a further landing corridor adjoining. The principal sitting room is to the first floor with a fine stone fireplace surround having cast iron insert with decorative tiling and the original Blenkinsopp crest. To the south-westerly side is a magnificent oriel bay window and a secondary window provides further excellent natural lighting. There are three further double bedrooms, one which has an en-suite shower room/WC and there is a well-appointed family bathroom with white suite and separate shower cubicle. Both of the showers are power showers and there are two useful storage cupboards on the secondary landing.
Adjoining the property are the remains of the former Blenkinsopp Castle, all of which form part of the title and create a spectacular back drop. Inbetween is a private enclosed courtyard which has been recently re-laid with large flagstones. Surrounding the property are informal gardens which slope steeply on the north-easterly side.
There is also a private designated parking space.
SERVICES Mains electricity, water (metered) and drainage are connected to the property. Central heating is oil fired.
HISTORICAL NOTE The property is Grade II listed and the ruins are a scheduled monument.
RIGHTS OF ACCESS The owners of Blenkinsopp Castle have a right of access through the residential park and pay a proportion of any maintenance/repair.
TENURE The property is Freehold
DIRECTIONS From Hexham/Corbridge head westwards on the A69 past Haydon Bridge and Haltwhistle turning left to Blenkinsopp Castle shortly before the road rises on the third stretch of the dual carriage way. Turn immediately right into the caravan park and proceed straight head and the castle can be seen in the far right hand corner.
THE PROPERTY Blenkinsopp Castle dates from the 13 century with a Pele tower which was later incorporated into a 19th century mansion. During the 20th century the manor house was used as a hotel but which was severely damaged by fire in 1954. The castle ruins still stand with a wing currently being occupied as an imposing family home. The house is Grade II listed with the ruins being noted as a scheduled monument. The house itself enjoys a high degree of versatility with the current arrangements providing two reception rooms, dining kitchen, study and four bedrooms, one with en-suite facilities. The sale represents a rare opportunity to acquire a unique property and a piece of history and fokelore.
The entrance hallway has stairs leading off to the first floor and a doorway through to a self-contained potential annexe which is currently utilised as a study, shelved store room, cupboard and W/C. There is an external doorway connecting through to the courtyard. The dining kitchen forms the focal point of the property being fitted with a comprehensive range of Cherry wood fronted base and wall mounted storage units with integrated Neff double oven and grill four plate ceramic hob unit, dishwasher and larder fridge. There is ample space for table and chairs along with a panelled ceiling with recess spot lighting. The living room enjoys fine views over the surrounding countryside and has a stone fireplace with wooden mantel shelf and cupboards to either hand. Leading off is a good sized utility room and a further versatile room which has the original 13 century stone ceiling. An inner hallway also has direct access to the courtyard and has a ground floor spacious double bedroom at the far end with views as before. To the first floor is a galleried landing with a further landing corridor adjoining. The principal sitting room is to the first floor with a fine stone fireplace surround having cast iron insert with decorative tiling and the original Blenkinsopp crest. To the south-westerly side is a magnificent oriel bay window and a secondary window provides further excellent natural lighting. There are three further double bedrooms, one which has an en-suite shower room/WC and there is a well-appointed family bathroom with white suite and separate shower cubicle. Both of the showers are power showers and there are two useful storage cupboards on the secondary landing.
Adjoining the property are the remains of the former Blenkinsopp Castle, all of which form part of the title and create a spectacular back drop. Inbetween is a private enclosed courtyard which has been recently re-laid with large flagstones. Surrounding the property are informal gardens which slope steeply on the north-easterly side.
There is also a private designated parking space.
SERVICES Mains electricity, water (metered) and drainage are connected to the property. Central heating is oil fired.
HISTORICAL NOTE The property is Grade II listed and the ruins are a scheduled monument.
RIGHTS OF ACCESS The owners of Blenkinsopp Castle have a right of access through the residential park and pay a proportion of any maintenance/repair.
TENURE The property is Freehold
DIRECTIONS From Hexham/Corbridge head westwards on the A69 past Haydon Bridge and Haltwhistle turning left to Blenkinsopp Castle shortly before the road rises on the third stretch of the dual carriage way. Turn immediately right into the caravan park and proceed straight head and the castle can be seen in the far right hand corner.
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Stations Nearby
- Haltwhistle
- 2.5 miles
Schools Nearby
- James Rennie School
- 17.0 miles
- Gilsland CofE Primary School
- 2.4 miles
- Haltwhistle Community Campus Upper School
- 2.2 miles
- William Howard School
- 8.9 miles
- Haydon Bridge Community High School and Sports College
- 10.8 miles
