Charleswood House, Eshott, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9ES

Positioned in peaceful countryside near the picturesque village of Eshott, this impressive home delivers the perfect blend of tranquil rural living and excellent connectivity to Morpeth, Alnwick, and the stunning Northumberland coastline.

Framed by open fields and mature woodland and set within approximately 0.7 acres of private gardens, this exceptional five-bedroom, stone-built, home beautifully combines traditional character with refined contemporary living. With planning already in place, there is also an exciting opportunity to further extend the already generous accommodation, making this remarkable home ideal for multigenerational living.

Whilst enjoying a beautifully secluded position, this is a home that truly delivers a wonderful lifestyle; beautifully crafted and superbly located in one of Northumberland’s most desirable rural settings.

Accommodation in brief:
Ground Floor:
Entrance Hall | Dining Room | Sitting Room | Study | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Cinema Room | Garden Room/Bar | Utility Room | Cloakroom | WC

First Floor:
Principal Bedroom Suite with En-Suite Shower Room, Dressing Room, Walk-in Wardrobe & Balcony | Four Further Double Bedrooms, Three with En-Suite Shower Rooms | Family Bathroom

Outside:
Integral Triple Garage | Gated Driveway | Mature Gardens | Patio Terraces | Summer House

Accommodation:
Ground Floor:
Step inside the elegant reception hall, where a striking central staircase creates a grand first impression: light-filled, welcoming and beautifully proportioned. From here, five versatile reception rooms unfold, offering exceptional flexibility for modern family life and entertaining.

The generous sitting room is a real highlight, with dual-aspect windows, rich parquet flooring and a beautiful fireplace. French doors open directly onto the rear garden, seamlessly connecting inside and out. For more formal occasions, there’s a refined dining room, perfect for hosting guests and family get-togethers. A dedicated study provides quiet focus for those working from home.

At the heart of the home lies the impressive kitchen and breakfast room. This warm and sociable hub features bespoke timber cabinetry, a central island with breakfast bar and integrated table, high specification appliances and an Aga providing both style and functionality, ideal for family living.

There is a natural flow from the kitchen into the cinema room, where film nights are transformed into a special event. For entertaining on a larger scale, the magnificent garden room truly delivers - complete with bar area and bi-fold doors opening onto the terrace, it’s a space designed for family get-togethers and celebration.

First Floor:
Ascend the magnificent staircase to the galleried landing, where you discover four beautifully appointed double bedrooms.

The principal suite is particularly impressive with its own private balcony, capturing far-reaching countryside views, a walk-in wardrobe, a separate dressing room and a luxurious en-suite shower room.

Two further bedrooms enjoy their own stylish en-suite shower rooms, while a fourth double bedroom is served by the family bathroom, complete with a stunning freestanding bath and separate shower.

A secondary staircase leads to a fifth en-suite bedroom with extensive built-in storage. With its own private entrance, this wing of the house could easily become a self-contained annexe by adding a kitchen in the current utility space. Planning permission is already in place to extend further, offering additional scope for multi-generational living or luxury guest accommodation.

External:
On arrival at Charleswood House, electric gates open onto the driveway, which leads up to a spacious parking area and triple garage. The landscaped gardens are a joy, wrapping themselves gracefully around the house, bordered by established hedging and mature trees, which provide a sense of privacy and seclusion. Patio terraces offer perfect spaces for al fresco dining and entertaining in the warmer months, while the summer house, with shaded decking, is a peaceful retreat for morning coffee or an evening drink, overlooking the gardens and fields beyond.

Area:
The bustling town of Morpeth is just a short drive from Eshott, boasting an excellent range of facilities, including a large selection of restaurants, bars and cafes, leisure facilities, independent shops, a range of supermarkets, golf courses and some of the best schools in the area.  King Edward VI School has been awarded Outstanding status by Ofsted and numerous private education options can be found in Newcastle.

To the north, Alnwick is a charming town steeped in history and character, renowned for its iconic landmarks such as Alnwick Castle, famously featured in the Harry Potter films and the award-winning Alnwick Garden, home to the world’s largest treehouse restaurant and the magical Lilidorei play village. The town offers a rich selection of everyday conveniences, including supermarkets, newsagents, independent boutiques, wine bars, traditional pubs and highly acclaimed restaurants.

The stunning Northumbrian coast can be reached in 13 minutes for walks along the stunning white sandy beaches. Transport links are excellent, with convenient access to the A1 and rail travel direct to Newcastle, Edinburgh, London and beyond via Morpeth’s mainline station.

Distances: Morpeth – 9.9 miles | Alnwick – 12.2 miles | Newcastle City Centre – 24.0 miles
Nearest Stations: Widdrington Railway Station – 3.6 miles | Alnmouth Railway Station – 10.3 miles | Morpeth Railway Station – 10.4 miles
Nearest Airport: Newcastle International Airport – 24.0 miles

Services:
Private Water Supply | Mains Electricity | Private Drainage | Oil Central Heating

These services have not been tested and no warranty is given by the agents.

Tenure: Leasehold with 984 years remaining
Local Authority: Northumberland County Council Band G
EPC Rating: D
Mobile signal: All Providers
Broadband: Fast Fibre - upload speed of 49.2 Mbps and a download speed of 322.6 Mbps

Viewing Arrangements: Via the vendors’ agent:
Sarah Tuer - Fine & Country Newcastle and Northumberland
The Estate Office, Rock, Alnwick, NE66 3SB

Agent’s Notes to Purchaser:
Although we endeavour to furnish precise information, it is strongly recommended that buyers undertake their own thorough due diligence. The onus for verifying critical details, including but not limited to floods, easements, covenants and other property-related aspects, lies with the buyer. Our listing information is presented to the best of our knowledge and should not be the sole basis for making purchasing decisions. None of the services, systems, or appliances listed in the details have been tested by us and we do not assure their operating ability or efficiency. Buyers are encouraged to independently assess and verify all relevant information before making any commitments.