The Byre, Lindisfarne Bay Cottages, Fenham, Northumberland

Accommodation in Brief
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall | KitchenDining Area | WC | Two Double Bedrooms with En-Suites, one with accessible access

First Floor
Principal Bedroom with En-Suite | Sitting Room

Externally
Detached Garage

The Property
Set against the majestic backdrop of Lindisfarne Bay, The Byre is a striking stone-built agricultural building conversion with far-reaching views across the tidal causeway to Holy Island and beyond to the Farne Islands. The property blends historic character with contemporary comfort, creating a rare and peaceful retreat.

Inside, the layout is designed to maximise light and views in all directions. The upper floor has been reserved for a dramatic sitting room—a minimalist, vaulted space dominated by a full-height picture window that frames the coastal panorama, perfect for bird-watching, watching the tide roll in, or seeing the Northern Lights.

Also on the first floor is the principal bedroom suite, tucked under gentle eaves and bathed in morning light through a wide dormer window. Its en-suite is private and well-appointed. On the ground floor, underfloor heating warms the tile and carpeted surfaces throughout. The kitchen and dining areas form a warm and social hub, featuring terracotta tiling, timber worktops, and exposed sandstone. In the dining area, expansive windows look onto an enclosed courtyard garden, inviting in the afternoon sun. Two spacious double bedrooms feature fitted wardrobes and stylish en-suite bathrooms. A guest WC completes the layout.

Externally
The cottage is set within mature, well-tended gardens that have been carefully structured to make the most of its south-west orientation and outlook. A sheltered courtyard garden with lawn and seating area lies at the centre of the house, enclosed by dry stone walls and hedging. Out front, a larger garden stretches towards the coastline, offering a mix of open lawn and shade beneath mature trees, with curated viewpoints to Lindisfarne Bay, Holy Island, Bamburgh Castle and the Farne Islands. A detached timber-clad garage with power sits to one side, offering secure storage or workshop space, with a gravelled driveway providing ample parking.

Agents Note
A contribution of approximately £100 per annum is payable for the shared private water supply. Further modest annual costs apply in relation to the maintenance and operation of the septic tank system.

Local Information
Fenham is a small hamlet nestled beside the tidal bay opposite Holy Island, within Northumberland’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Home to the popular Fenham Farm Coastal Retreat, it offers access to expansive wetlands, scenic coastal trails, birdwatching opportunities, and easy routes to Lindisfarne, Bamburgh Castle and the rugged heritage coastline.

Everyday amenities are available in nearby Belford, where you’ll find a Co-op, cafés, a post office, GP surgery and a range of independent shops. For a broader selection of services, Berwick-upon-Tweed provides supermarkets, restaurants, a hospital, rail connections and a variety of retail and leisure facilities.

Schooling options include Belford Primary School and Lowick Church of England First School, both within easy reach. Secondary education is available in Berwick-upon-Tweed at Berwick Academy and The Grove School, while independent provision is offered by Longridge Towers School just outside the town.

Fenham is well positioned for commuters seeking a peaceful coastal base with access to key transport routes. The A1 is a short drive inland, offering easy access to Alnwick, Newcastle and Edinburgh. From Berwick-upon-Tweed, mainline rail services provide direct connections to Edinburgh, Newcastle and London.

Approximate Mileages
Belford 6.1 miles | Berwick-upon-Tweed 10.8 miles | Coldstream 17.8 miles | Alnwick 21.7 miles | Newcastle International Airport 54.4 miles | Newcastle City Centre 54.8 miles | Edinburgh 68.1 miles

Services
The property is connected to mains electricity and uses Calor gas for heating. Water is supplied via a shared natural spring, with an annual contribution of approximately £100. Drainage is to a shared septic tank located on a neighbouring property. Underfloor heating is installed throughout the ground floor. The property was originally set up for a ground source heat pump system in 2011 but was converted to Calor gas a few years later.

Tenure
Freehold

Council Tax
Band B

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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