Summary - Smalesmouth, Falstone NE48 1DE
3 bed 1 bath Cottage
Charming three-bed cottage with paddock and far-reaching forest views.
South-facing lounge with stone inglenook fireplace and period features
New oil-fired boiler and recent double glazing throughout
Very large plot with adjoining paddock and private woodland access
Single garage needs renovation; possible asbestos — buyer to check
Private water supply and septic tank drainage; conveyancer checks advised
Very slow broadband and remoter location; limited digital connectivity
Chain free freehold sale; historic family ownership for over 80 years
Reduced ceiling heights at eaves on first floor; check headroom
This stone-built semi-detached cottage offers classic period character, generous rooms and uninterrupted views across its own paddock to open farmland and Kielder Forest. The property sits on a very large plot with adjoining grass paddock and woodland, giving excellent privacy and scope for outdoor living or small-scale hobby farming.
Internally the cottage has a south-facing lounge with a substantial stone inglenook fireplace, three bedrooms and a practical kitchen with rear porch and utility/boiler house. Recent improvements include a new oil-fired central heating boiler and double glazing throughout. The sale is freehold and chain free, making for a straightforward move for the right buyer.
This is a home for someone who values rural life and character over modern turnkey finishes. The cottage will reward sensible updating and has good potential to improve living space and energy performance. Practical considerations include private water supply, septic tank drainage and very slow broadband — all typical of remoter communities — plus a garage that needs renovation and may contain asbestos, so buyers should arrange appropriate checks.
Set on the edge of Northumberland National Park, the cottage is well placed for outdoor pursuits around Kielder and the Upper Tyne Valley, while the nearby village of Falstone provides basic amenities and a small community. Viewings are recommended to appreciate the setting, plot size and scope this rare opportunity provides.
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