Front Street, Bellingham, Hexham, Northumberland, NE48

A stylish and characterful ground floor apartment offering flexible, contemporary living in the heart of the charming village of Bellingham.

Occupying part of the former Barclays Bank building, this unique property beautifully combines period character with modern comfort. Original features, including the impressive vault door, add a distinctive touch of history.
The entrance vestibule, with it’s tiled flooring, leads into a bright and spacious living area boasting high ceilings, decorative cornices and a feature fireplace with a wood-burning stove. A large window floods the room with natural light, creating a warm and inviting space perfect for both relaxation and entertaining.

Adjacent to the living room, the modern kitchen offers a range of high-quality wall and base units, integrated appliances including a hob and dishwasher as well as a breakfast bar for casual dining. A front-facing window provides additional light. There is an additional, practical utility area offering plumbing for a washer/dryer, a sink with mixer tap and a separate WC.

The apartment includes three generously sized double bedrooms, each featuring decorative panelling and its own en suite. Two of the en suites include a shower cubicle, low-level WC, wash hand basin set in a vanity unit and chrome ladder-style towel rail. The third en suite benefits from a panelled bath with shower over, low-level WC, vanity basin and chrome towel rail. Externally, the property enjoys a raised terrace area at the rear, providing an attractive space for outdoor seating and entertaining.

The property is ideally situated in the heart of Bellingham, a picturesque and thriving village within the North Tyne Valley, known as the gateway to the Northumberland National Park. The village offers a welcoming community atmosphere and a range of local amenities including shops, cafés, traditional pubs and a post office. Outdoor enthusiasts are well catered for, with beautiful walks to Hareshaw Linn Waterfall, scenic cycling routes and easy access to Kielder Water and Forest Park, renowned for its stargazing opportunities within Europe’s largest Dark Sky Park. Bellingham also benefits from good transport links to Hexham and the A69, providing convenient connections to Newcastle upon Tyne and the wider region, making it an ideal base for both rural living and commuting.