Station House, Fourstones, Hexham, Northumberland

Accommodation in Brief
Entrance Hall | Kitchen/Dining Room | Sitting Room | Family Bathroom | Reception Hall | Study | Principal Bedroom with En Suite | Three Further Bedrooms | Laundry Room | Boiler Room |

Externally
Driveway | Gardens | Detached Garage & Workshop | Greenhouse | Additional Storage Sheds

The Property
Station House is a handsome Grade II listed sandstone property built circa 1835 and carefully maintained and thoughtfully upgraded to suit modern living while keeping its period character. The sandstone façade presents refined Georgian symmetry and proportion, distinguished by a semi-circular bay that signals the quality of the architecture and adds elegance and presence. All accommodation is arranged on one level, giving the house a calm, airy flow. Tall sash windows, generous ceiling heights and considered finishes create an elegant setting, with the oldest part of the house enjoying impressive tall ceilings and soaring Georgian windows that flood the rooms with natural light, amplifying the sense of space. The plan runs with clarity, with four well-proportioned bedrooms arranged off a central hall, supported by versatile reception spaces and a well-specified kitchen.

The reception sequence opens in a broad hall with exposed beams that sets a quietly grand tone for the house. To one side, the sitting room is an inviting, well balanced space, the shallow curved bay and deep sash windows bringing soft light across decorative cornice work and an original fireplace. A second reception room, used informally for family living and dining, sits alongside the kitchen and gives further flexibility for entertaining or quiet reading. There is also a dedicated home office located off the hall. Tasteful décor is maintained throughout, with walls painted in Farrow and Ball neutral shades for a refined, timeless backdrop, complemented by elegant wall lights and chandelier style fittings that are in keeping with the period character.

The kitchen is arranged to cook, gather and linger. Tall ceilings frame painted solid wood cabinetry with quality granite work surfaces, a double ceramic sink with high quality brass mixer tap in the French style, and a high specification six burner SMEG range cooker. A solid wood planked floor runs the length of the room, providing warmth and reinforcing the character. A long counter and breakfast seating look to the sitting area beyond, and a wood burning stove anchors this end of the space, making it a natural place to start and end the day. Outlooks from the house take in the gardens, with a south facing aspect giving excellent light through the day.

The principal bedroom, set within the oldest part of the house, is calm and carefully proportioned. Natural light pours through a tall sash window with wooden shutters, while an elegant ceiling rose and a traditional cast iron radiator underline the period feel. There is comfortable space for a king-sized bed and occasional seating. Three further bedrooms complete the arrangement, each a good size with pleasant aspects over the gardens and suited to quiet guest or family use. The largest of the three has a smart, practical en suite with neutral tiling, a glazed corner shower and a twin basin vanity offering generous storage and surface space. The main bathroom is fitted with quality fittings, including a freestanding bath and a separate glazed shower.

A quietly refined home in a quiet village setting, Station House brings single storey ease to listed architecture, with practical detailing for everyday life. The setting underscores the area’s historic appeal, with Hadrian’s Wall and its landmark sites close by, together with good pubs and country walks.

Externally
A sweeping gravel drive leads to the house and on to a detached garage with adjoining workshop. The gardens wrap around the property and are designed for easy enjoyment, level lawns edged by established hedging for privacy, a broad stone terrace for outdoor dining, and seasonal colour from well stocked borders. A sheltered summer pavilion sits within a productive corner near the greenhouse and fruit trees, with additional outbuildings providing a spacious, separate laundry away from the house, and a boiler room. The arrangement delivers attractive outlooks from the principal rooms together with practical amenity for day to day living and relaxed entertaining.

Local Information
Fourstones is a charming rural hamlet within the Northumberland countryside. A village store can be found in the local garage within the village, with further extensive amenities in nearby Hexham. The bustling market town of Hexham offers a full range of day to day facilities with supermarkets, a good range of shops including independent delicatessen, butcher, baker, greengrocer and a bimonthly farmers’ market, professional services, leisure and sports centre, cinema, theatre and a hospital. The town has an historic abbey at its heart together with several other buildings of note. The beautiful surrounding area provides walks and other country pursuits, with golf courses, sports clubs and Hexham Racecourse within easy reach. The charming and historic village of Corbridge offers additional amenities including further artisan shops, while nearby Matfen Hall and Close House offer excellent leisure facilities. Newcastle city centre is within easy reach and provides further comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities. Fourstones also sits close to Hadrian’s Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with renowned Roman sites such as Vindolanda and Housesteads nearby, together with superb walking along some of the Wall’s most dramatic stretches.

For schooling there is a wide selection of schools in Hexham, including The Sele First School, which has achieved outstanding Ofsted reports for many years and provides exceptional education from 3 to 9 years, and the well regarded Queen Elizabeth High School. In addition, Mowden Hall Preparatory School is nearby and provides private education from nursery up to 13 years. There are several private day schools in Newcastle, with school transport offered from Hexham.

Approximate Mileages
Corbridge 7.8 miles | Hexham 3.9 miles | Newcastle International Airport 22.4 miles | Newcastle City Centre 25.2 miles

Services
Mains electricity, water and sewage. Oil central heating plus multi fuel stove and open fire.

Tenure
Freehold

Council Tax
Band F

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.

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Submitting an Offer
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