Falstone, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48

The Old Rectory is a magnificent Grade II listed Georgian residence, set into picturesque countryside and located within the stunning Northumberland National Park, that offers a rare blend of historic character and contemporary luxury. Positioned on the edge of the charming village of Falstone close to Kielder Water, this exceptional home occupies a peaceful, elevated setting with panoramic views and extends to approximately 11.39 acres including formal gardens, mature woodland, grazing land, and river frontage which includes fishing rights.

Built circa 1818 by renowned architect H.H. Seward, The Old Rectory features classic Georgian proportions. The house has been lovingly and comprehensively renovated by the current owners, including full rewiring and replumbing, while preserving and celebrating its period features—such as high ceilings, elegant sash windows, and historic detailing.

Accommodation

The ground floor boasts three exceptional reception rooms: a formal drawing room, a music room (which can be opened up via double doors), and a dining room—all benefitting from superb natural light and far-reaching countryside views. A private library/home office to the rear offers a quiet retreat.

The heart of the home is the stunning bespoke kitchen, designed and installed by Bespoke Interiors of Newcastle. This luxurious space features Italian Sorrento aged-tumbled limestone flooring, stone worktops, a Smeg 6-ring gas hob, Bosch oven and steam oven, Bosch fridge freezer, and a dual-fuel Esse Ironheart Eco wood-burning stove. An informal dining area makes this room ideal for everyday family living and entertaining. Adjacent is a walk-in pantry/utility room with direct garden access and laundry facilities.
The cellar provides excellent additional storage as well as housing the plant room.

Across the first and second floors are five generously sized double bedrooms and four beautifully appointed bathrooms. The principal suite includes a large dressing room and a luxurious en-suite with walk-in shower, freestanding bath, double sinks, and designer sanitary ware. The first floor then offers two further bright and inviting double bedrooms each well proportioned with high ceiling and fitted wardrobes.

The second floor comprises two further en-suite bedrooms, ideal for guests or older children, theses tow rooms maintaining the same high design standards as the first floor bedrooms.

Grounds & Outbuildings

The landscaped gardens, mature woodland, orchard, and fruit garden surround the property and fall gently to the banks of the North Tyne River, with fishing rights included. The land extends to approximately 11.39 acres, the property offers an equestrian purchaser the space and riding that is difficult to find. making it ideal for those seeking an equestrian home, or those hoping for space, privacy, or a lifestyle property

To the east stands a substantial Grade II listed stone-built coach house and stables, dating to the same period as the main house. Currently used for storage, the outbuildings offer excellent scope for conversion (subject to planning). A separate stone-built boiler room and log store are also located behind the main house.

Falstone is a picturesque village within the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park, offering exceptional opportunities for stargazing, walking, cycling, riding and watersports at nearby Kielder Water. The village and local area benefits from a tearoom, post office, and two excellent pubs—The Black Cock and The Pheasant.
Bellingham 9.5 miles away provides additional amenities including a Co-Op, pharmacy, GP surgery, and cafes. Hexham 25.2 miles offers a wider range of shops, supermarkets, independent restaurants, and mainline rail services. Newcastle International Airport is around an hour’s drive away.