Old Manse and Hall, West Turnpike

Occupying a prominent position within the charming Northumberland village of Glanton, this substantial four bedroom period property is offered for sale with the adjoining hall, presenting a unique and exciting opportunity for a range of purchasers. Subject to the necessary planning permissions and consents, the hall offers excellent potential for redevelopment, ancillary accommodation or a variety of alternative uses, making this a truly versatile and appealing proposition.
The main house has most recently been utilised as a long-term rental property and offers spacious, well-proportioned accommodation throughout.

The property is entered via a welcoming entrance hall, which provides access to the principal reception rooms. To the front, the bright and airy sitting room enjoys a beautiful bay window that floods the room with natural light. A further storage cupboard in the sitting room enhances the practicality of the space.

The dining room is another attractive reception room featuring a bay window overlooking the front aspect. An open archway leads seamlessly into the kitchen, which is fitted with a range of wall and base units, incorporates a freestanding cooker and benefits from a door returning to the entrance hall.

To the rear of the hallway is a generous pantry providing excellent additional storage, together with a useful utility room housing the boiler and incorporating a WC.
Stairs rise to the first floor landing, where there are three spacious double bedrooms, two of which benefit from fitted storage cupboards, alongside a comfortable single bedroom. The family bathroom is well appointed and comprises a WC, wash hand basin, roll top bath and a separate shower enclosure.

Adjoining the property is the former church hall, a substantial addition that significantly enhances the properties appeal. The hall itself provides a large function room together with an adjoining kitchen fitted with a range of units and a separate cloakroom with WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Subject to obtaining the relevant planning permissions and building consents, this versatile space offers exceptional development potential and could be transformed to suit a variety of residential or commercial requirements.

Externally, the property enjoys a delightful enclosed private garden to the main house which is predominantly laid to lawn with mature shrubs and well-stocked borders. In addition there are outhouses for additional storage.

Location
Glanton is a rural village nestled in the Northumberland countryside, approximately 9 miles west of the historic market town of Alnwick. Built on a south facing spur of Glanton Hill at an elevation of about 1500 feet the village has a superb range of views across the Vale of Whittingham, framed by the Cheviots to the north, Simonside to the south and the Otterburn Moors to the West. A paradise for walkers and ramblers, Glanton offers several popular walking routes as well as local amenities including the Queen’s Head public house. Access to a bus within the village provides access to Alnwick and Newcastle.

Nearby market town of Alnwick is a short drive and is a thriving, historic market town featuring the famous Castle and Gardens which continue to be the backbone of the town’s success. There is a range of shopping, educational, medical and recreational facilities. Communications are good with easy access to the A1 for travelling north to Edinburgh and south to Newcastle.
The main line train service (East Coast) at Alnmouth makes it accessible to commuters.

Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil-fired central heating.

Tenure
Freehold

Council Tax
E for The Manse. The hall depending on future use will be liable to council tax or business rates.