Lawn Apartment, Belford Hall, Belford, Northumberland

Accommodation in Brief
Kitchen/Dining Room | Sitting Room | Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room

Garage | Parking | Communal Gardens & Parkland

The Property
Lawn Apartment is a superb single storey apartment set within the magnificent Belford Hall, a historic country house nestled in 5 acres of formal landscaped gardens and approximately 27 acres of protected parkland. Completed in 1756, the Hall has a rich and varied history, passing through several ownerships before being requisitioned during the Second World War. Following the war, the building stood unoccupied and fell into disrepair until the mid-1980s, when it was meticulously restored and sensitively converted into individual self-contained apartments by the North Heritage Trust.

The apartment offers spacious and immaculately presented accommodation throughout with high quality fixtures and fittings and tasteful designer décor. The gorgeous furnishings are in-keeping with the period, and could be available by separate negotiation. The property will appeal to a number of buyers as either a primary residence or a secondary holiday home.

As part of the restoration, three of the principal reception rooms of the Hall are available for the use of all residents. Entered from the North side of the Hall, the Portico entrance hall instantly sets the scene for the property with original flagged floor and glazed ceiling which in turn leads to the Staircase Hall, with its magnificent empire style staircase to the upper floor with beautiful detailed frieze mouldings to the ceiling. The Reception Room on the south front has three large windows overlooking the parkland to the south, and the middle window opens to allow access out onto the front steps and the gardens beyond.

Entry to the apartment is through the characterful breakfasting kitchen; originally the pastry kitchen which served the Hall with original exposed brick arches and sealed flagstone floor. A fine selection of units are available with complementary work surfaces, under bench fridge and freezer and plumbing for a washing machine. There is ample room for a large farmhouse table and chairs.

The adjoining sitting room is a warm and inviting space, perfect for everyday relaxation. At its heart is an original range and grate, now housing a gas fire, set within a dressed stone surround and accompanied by a small bread oven set into one wall. Built-in shelving and bespoke cabinetry fill an arched corner niche and one side of the room is currently arranged as a study area, offering an ideal setup for home working or a quiet reading space.

The bedroom is equally impressive with beautiful décor and is served by an en-suite shower room finished in a wet room style.

Externally
The entrance to Belford Hall Estate is through two pillars and along a tarmacadam road which meanders through leafy woodland, beyond which the view opens across the parkland and on to the Hall. The driveway continues through the estate following around onto the gravelled area to the rear of the main Hall. There is parking for several vehicles and access to the two adjacent garages set within a block with power, light and vaulted roof with storage potential if required and one is plumbed for a tumble dryer.

Lawn Apartment is situated on the ground floor to the front of the Hall with spectacular views over the open parkland and enjoying a south-westerly aspect. Doors open out onto the south west formal lawns, whilst immediately adjoining the apartment a wide gravel path leads to the south and west. In front of the apartment a larger gravelled area offers a secluded space for sitting out or al fresco dining.

To the rear of the Hall leading from the communal entrance hall is the generously proportioned Reception Room with windows to the front elevation which all the residents may share for functions. Doors lead out to the landscaped gardens and protected parkland that surround the Hall with displays of colourful rhododendrons, native tree species of holly, yew and beech, Scots pine, various conifer mixes and flight pond. There are rose and lavender borders against the two flanking walls with a number of seats around the grounds. In addition the parkland and south lake extend to around 27 acres – perfect for a stroll on a lovely day.

Agents Note
A service charge which covers building insurance, property repairs/maintenance, window cleaning, external redecoration, cleaning and maintenance of the communal areas, grass cutting and maintenance of the grounds applies and is payable annually in two 6 monthly installments. The 2024/25 service charge is £4,471 pa. More details are available upon request.

Local Information
Belford Hall is located in the picturesque village of Belford, with its coffee shops, public houses, supermarket, farm shop and golf course. It is around three miles inland from the magnificent Northumberland coastline, which has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The area is home to several seabird reserves and welcomes increasing numbers of tourists each year who enjoy the regular boat trips which run to the Farne Islands to see the sea birds and seal colonies. The rural nature of the area offers a wide selection of activities for outdoor enthusiasts and is also close to the Coast and Castles tourism route with Bamburgh, Seahouses, Holy Island of Lindisfarne, Dunstanburgh and Warkworth close by. Alnwick provides everyday amenities with supermarkets, a good range of shops, primary and secondary schooling, a modern leisure centre, playhouse/cinema, hospital and Alnwick Castle and Gardens. Berwick upon Tweed and Newcastle are within easy reach and provide further comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities.

For the commuter, the A1 provides access north to Berwick and south to Newcastle City Centre and Newcastle International Airport. Main line railway stations at Berwick and Alnmouth provide regular links to Edinburgh, Newcastle, York and London.

Approximate Mileages
Coastal Route (Budle Bay) 3.0 miles | Bamburgh 5.0 miles | Berwick Upon Tweed 14.3 miles | Alnwick 16.0 miles | Newcastle International Airport 49.0 miles | Newcastle City Centre 50.5 miles Edinburgh 71.6 miles

Services
Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage.

Tenure
Leasehold - 999 years from 1987
Freehold held by CulturaTrust (formerly North East Civic Trust)

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.

Agents Note to Purchasers
We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval.

Submitting an Offer
Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed.

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