Map3 bedroom detached house for sale
Key information
Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
- 11 Acres of Land
- Picturesque Landscape
- Registered DEFRA Smallholding
- Equestrian Ready
- Brilliant Outbuildings
- EPC: Band C
- Council Tax: Band D
- Tenure: Freehold
The 19th century barn, which features stunning heritage cast iron guttering, has been lovingly restored to an excellent standard incorporating a wonderful mix of traditional character and contemporary features. The accommodation, which features triple glazing throughout, an air source heat pump and underfloor heating, briefly comprises: state of the art kitchen with ideal utility room and downstairs cloakroom/WC. There is a generous sitting room, with stunning original inglenook fireplace, and a further reception room with ample space for dining.
The first floor, accessed by the staircase in the sitting room, comprises of two well-proportioned double bedrooms. The principal bedroom has the benefit of a range of fitted wardrobes and a very generous ensuite bathroom. There is a lovely and bright shower room, with walk-in rainfall shower, and a second bedroom with stunning views over the countryside and a hatch leading to a boarded loft space with electrics.
Externally, the property benefits from an exceptional 11 acres of land, and is accessed from the statement driveway which has just recently been laid. The external of Low Rigg is considerable, briefly comprising: a double insulated garage built with electric thermally insulated up and over doors plus EV charger, an excellent guest suite or potential Airbnb setup above the garage with stunning views and two insulated log cabins which have electric and double glazing. There is also a Shepherd's Hut (available for separate negotiation) which is insulated and has double glazing and electrics, a Highland polytunnel, vegetable garden, a burn running through the back field, and a chicken coop & run by separate negotiation - it is worth noting the property is a registered DEFRA smallholding.
Furthermore, there are 340 tree saplings planted as part of the Great Northumberland Forest Project which will transfer ownership. There is planning permission for a large orangery where the foundations have already been started and oak already purchased. For our equestrians, the 2 acre field to the front would make for an ideal paddock - there is already hard standing available ready for stabling.
Allenheads is situated in a rural location within Allenheads of Northumberland, benefitting from privacy and incredible open views. The property is located 7 miles from Allendale Town and has easy access to the B6295 for commuting purposes.
Viewings come highly recommended.
Rooms
Low Rigg
Low Rigg is accessed by a gated driveway which leads up to the main building. The primary access leads into the:
Kitchen
4.46 x 3.01 - A comprehensive range of contemporary wall and floor units with contrasting quartz and oak worksurfaces and breakfast bar, integrated electric oven at eye-level plus microwave and induction hob with extractor hood above, integrated dishwasher, full height fridge (under warranty) and a separate full height freezer, stainless steel sink unit, splashback tiling, spotlights, triple glazed window and solid stone tiled flooring. The kitchen features an electric Aga which is open for separate negotiation.
Utility Room
2.62 x 2.70 - An ideal utility room with a further range of wall and floor units, stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer unit, splashback tiling, multiple triple glazed windows providing a light and airy feel, external door with side access. The utility room provides access to the downstairs WC / cloakroom.
Sitting Room
4.47 x 4.75 - The generous living room features the stunning original inglenook fireplace with log burner, an excellent tilt and turn triple glazed window showcasing the countryside views, further double glazed window, staircase to first floor with understairs storage cupboard, tiled flooring.
Dining Room
2.86 x 5.89 - The dining room, which also features the original fireplace and tilt and turn window, has ample space for dining, a further triple glazed window and tiled flooring.
Landing
The carpeted staircase in the sitting room leads up to the landing which provides access to:
Master Bedroom
4.49 x 3.74 - The principal bedroom is a generous size, fitting a king size bed with ease, and includes an excellent Juliet balcony capitalising on the brilliant views, as well as a range of fitted wardrobes for ample storage. With carpet flooring, this bedroom provides access to:
Ensuite
2.52 x 5.76 - A sizeable ensuite with two Velux windows for ample light, low level WC and two Jack & Jill inspired wash hand basins inset with vanity. The ensuite has all the pipework ready to fit a bathtub.
Bedroom Two
3.65 x 4.54 - The second bedroom is also a good size, again fitting a king size bed with ease, with dual aspect windows, ample space for wardrobes, and carpet flooring. The second bedroom includes a hatch which provides access to the boarded loft space with electrics.
Family Bathroom
2.54 x 3.63 - A modern shower room with low level WC, wash hand basin set in vanity and a walk-in rainfall shower cubicle with splashback tiling; with triple glazed window plus Velux window providing ample light.
External
Externally, the property benefits from an exceptional 11 acres of land, and is accessed from the statement driveway which has just recently been laid. The external of Low Rigg is considerable, briefly comprising: a double insulated garage built with electric thermally insulated up and over doors plus EV charger, an excellent guest suite or potential Airbnb setup above the garage with stunning views and two insulated log cabins which have electric and double glazing. There is also a Shepherd's Hut (available for separate negotiation) which is insulated and has double glazing and electrics, a Highland polytunnel, vegetable garden and a chicken coop & run by separate negotiation - it is worth noting the property is a registered DEFRA smallholding. Furthermore, there are 340 tree saplings planted as part of the Great Northumberland Forest Project which will transfer ownership.
Guest Suite
Above the double garage features an excellent guest suite with all relevant planning permissions in place. The main room (5.32 x 3.80) features wall and floor units with contrasting wooden worksurfaces, stainless steel sink and space for appliances for a kitchen setup with ample space for living or a bed - there are four Velux windows for ample light and storage within eaves. There is also a shower room (2.86 x 0.97) with walk-in shower cubicle, wash hand basin and low level WC.
Notes
There is planning permission for a large orangery where the foundations have already been started and oak already purchased.
EPC
Band C - an excellent rating due to the triple glazing and insulation throughout. It is worth noting there is a £400 per quarter RHI running until 2027 which is transferable to the new owners.
Council Tax
Band D.
Tenure
Freehold.
Material Information
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