Stone two-bedroom cottage with panoramic countryside views
Requires full updating: kitchen, bathroom and general refurbishment
Additional small parcel of land across the way for garden or parking
614 sq ft — compact layout, best for single/couple or investor project
EPC rating F — energy efficiency improvements likely required
Sold by online auction (unconditional) — auction ends 19 Sep 2025
Slow broadband but excellent mobile signal; no flood risk
Council Tax Band B — low running council costs
Tucked away in a quiet hamlet near Stanhope, this two-bedroom stone cottage offers genuine character and sweeping countryside views. The compact layout and period features create a cosy base that’s ideal for a buyer wanting to personalise a home rather than move in straight away. A small additional plot across the way adds flexibility for a garden, parking or veg beds, subject to consents.
The property requires updating throughout — the kitchen and bathroom will need modernising and general refurbishment is advised. Energy efficiency is poor (EPC F) and some works may be needed to bring running costs down. Broadband speeds are slow, though mobile signal is excellent, and there is no flood risk.
At about 614 sq ft, the cottage suits a first-time buyer, downsizer or investor seeking a renovation project in a peaceful rural setting. Council Tax Band B keeps ongoing charges low. Note this property will be sold under unconditional online auction terms (ending 19th September 2025 at 12pm) — purchasers must be prepared for an auction purchase.
Early inspection is recommended to appreciate the views, plot potential and scope for improvement. The nearby village of Stanhope provides local amenities and good schools, while the hamlet setting offers low crime and true rural privacy.
