Ancroft, Berwick Upon Tweed - Guide Price £785,000
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Sanderson McCreath & Edney - Berwick upon Tweed
36 Hide Hill, Berwick upon Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2TL
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Property Summary
Set in approximately two and a half acres this delightful south facing, detached period house has accommodation over 3 levels and a wonderful outside space which includes gardens, tennis court, stables and grazing. The property has many original features such as coving, ceiling roses, sash and case windows with shutters and deep skirting boards. The central heating system is oil fired. There are two systems covering the property, run by separate boilers.
Situated in the village of Ancroft midway between the historical coastal town of Berwick upon Tweed and Wooler, nestled in the foothills of the Cheviots. The main A1 road is only a short drive whilst Berwick hosts the main east coast railway line making Edinburgh to the North and Newcastle to the South a 40 minute journey, approximately.
Entrance
Stone built front porch, glazed on two sides, tiled floor provides a wonderful entrance off the driveway. Glazed door invites you through to the hall.
Hall
Spacious and light with wooden staircase the central feature. Large walk in cloaks cupboard. Passageway winds through the lower floor past under stair storage, shelved press, and a further storage cupboard.
Lounge - 31.34 square metres
6.05m (19ft 10in) x 5.18m (17ft 0in) approximately
South facing with two large windows overlooking the garden. Ornate fireplace with wooden surround, marble inset, fire nest and copper fender. Coving, ceiling rose, radiators.
Dining Room - 20.15 square metres
3.78m (12ft 5in) plus bay x 5.33m (17ft 6in) approximately
Superb room, deep bay window with French Doors to the garden. Marble and tiled fireplace. Decorative alcove with cupboard. Coving, ceiling rose, radiators.
T V / Snug - 17.68 square metres
4.83m (15ft 10in) x 3.66m (12ft 0in) approximately
Situated just off the kitchen this is a homely room. Dual aspect with patio door to the garden. Fireplace with large wooden surround, marble inset, copper fender. Coving, ceiling rose, radiator
Kitchen - 19.22 square metres
4.09m (13ft 5in) x 4.7m (15ft 5in) approximately
At the rear of the property sits this lovely spacious kitchen area. Fitted on two sides with wooden base and wall units which include hidden features such as a fold away ironing table. Double stainless steel sink and drainers with central mixer tap situated below a large window. Integral double oven, hob (with extractor hood), microwave, dishwasher and larder fridge. Tiled splash back.
Breakfast Room - 13.7 square metres
3.23m (10ft 7in) x 4.24m (13ft 11in) approximately
Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen this is a lovely light dining area with dual aspect. A feature has been made of the cast fireplace with oven. At the end of this room tucked around the corner is a staircase leading up to the first floor bedrooms.
Shower Room - 3.87 square metres
1.75m (5ft 9in) x 2.21m (7ft 3in) approximately
Tiled floor, opaque window. Large shower area, hand basin, w.c. Radiator with heated towel rail.
Rear Porch
Multi pane glazed door to outside. This is a good size with a tiled floor
1st Floor
Wooden staircase winds up from the hall past the mezzanine level bathroom and walk in airing cupboard to the spacious landing with display cabinet. Large window overlooking the garden and countryside beyond.
Bathroom 2 - 7.08 square metres
1.96m (6ft 5in) x 3.61m (11ft 10in) approximately
3 piece coloured suite with over bath shower. Window overlooking the historical church of St. Anne's. Vanity store, tiled splash back. wall heater, radiator.
Bedroom 1 - 30.07 square metres
6.1m (20ft 0in) x 4.93m (16ft 2in) approximately
Very large room with double windows looking over the countryside in a southerly direction. Hand basin with mirror. Coving, ceiling rose, radiators.
Bedroom 2 - 24.62 square metres
4.62m (15ft 2in) plus bay x 5.33m (17ft 6in) approximately
Wonderful room with bay window facing a southerly direction. Large walk in wardrobe with light. Coving, ceiling rose, radiator.
Bathroom 3 - 11.1 square metres
3.58m (11ft 9in) x 3.1m (10ft 2in) approximately
Coloured 3 piece suite, tiled splash back, built in cupboards, window to rear. Radiator.
Bedroom 3 - 11.1 square metres
3.1m (10ft 2in) x 3.58m (11ft 9in) approximately
Side facing window, built in wardrobe. Display shelving and storage. Coving, radiator.
Bedroom 4 - 17.92 square metres
4.83m (15ft 10in) x 3.71m (12ft 2in) approximately
Dual aspect, front and side. Wardrobe, shelved recess. Coving, radiator.
2nd Floor
Stairs turn up past skylight to a small landing with bedrooms off.
Bedroom 5 - 24.24 square metres
5.61m (18ft 5in) x 4.32m (14ft 2in) approximately
Coombed ceiling with dormer window to front providing stunning views. Small cast fireplace. Under eaves storage. Radiator
Bedroom 6 - 17.02 square metres
5.49m (18ft 0in) x 3.1m (10ft 2in) maximum
L shaped room with front facing dormer window with same views as bedroom 5. Small cast fireplace. Door leading through to loft space storage. Radiator
En-Suite
Coombed ceiling with skylight. Tiled shower area, w.c., hand basin.
Boiler Room/Workshop
Attached to the house is this large workshop housing both oil fired boilers. The room has light, power, benches and shelving.
Utility Room - 10.39 square metres
2.21m (7ft 3in) x 4.7m (15ft 5in) approximately
Standing adjacent to the rear door this is a wonderful utility area. Stone built matching the property and with a slate roof. Inside it has been fitted with base and wall units, stainless steel sink with drainer. Plumbed for and automatic washing machine. From the ceiling is a drying pulley. Window facing the house.
Gardens
The main entrance is approached through large wooden double gates which open onto the driveway with central island.
The southerly facing formal lawn is surrounded by mature trees, shrubs and flowers. To the easterly side stands the summerhouse.
Tennis Court
Sitting to the side of the summerhouse is the hard court with surrounding safety link fence
Rear Yard
Large wooden double gates open to reveal the concrete rear yard. Passing the house,utility and log/coal store it expands to provide spacious parking and turning.
Barn
The barn sits at the bottom of the yard and incorporates the garage, tack room and hay loft.
Garage - 24.3 square metres
4.27m (14ft 0in) x 5.69m (18ft 8in) approximately
Double sliding wooden doors secure this large garage with concrete floor, lights and power.
Tack Room
Wooden paneled room with old cast range in situ. Stairs lead up to the hay loft.
Hay Loft
Situated above the garage and tack room. Double doors open to the side leading to the stables.
Stables
Sitting behind the barn are the stables. Wooden construction with one standard box, one foaling box and a pony box. Covered store area. Outside tap. Concrete yard with central drain.
Paddock - 1184.2 square metres
21.95m (72ft 0in) x 53.95m (177ft 0in) approximately
A great sized sheltered paddock, very useful for schooling or restricted grazing.
Grazing
Gate from the paddock leads through to the field with mature trees and stream at the bottom.