Corchester Towers, Corbridge, Northumberland

Accommodation in Brief 
Private Entrance Hall and Cloakroom | Central Hallway | Drawing Room | Dining Room | Kitchen | Three Bedrooms (one currently arranged as a study) | Two Bathrooms | Utility Area/Loft Storage 

Externally 
Double Garage | Forecourt Parking | Communal Gardens

The Property 
This grand first floor apartment forms part of an impressive Victorian villa occupying a secluded position at the edge of Corbridge, directly opposite the historic Roman Fort with open parkland beyond.  Built as a family home for a Tyneside shipping magnate and subsequently used as a private boys' school before being converted into seven apartments forty years ago, the building retains the architectural confidence and refined detailing of its origins.  The home offers generous proportions, privacy and a sense of quiet distinction, whilst being within walking distance of the village centre. 

Arrival is through a handsome communal entrance hall, where original memorials and a broad staircase rise to the first floor. The apartment itself is accessed via a private entrance hall with cloakroom, creating an immediate sense of separation and security. Beyond, a wide central hallway unfolds, its scale and ceiling height immediately apparent, with ornate cornicing, decorative corbels and original Victorian pine cupboards providing both character and excellent storage. 

The principal reception rooms sit to the south, where tall sash windows flood the interiors with natural light and frame open views across the communal gardens and the wooded Tyne Valley beyond. The drawing room is particularly impressive, centred around a deep bay window that draws the eye outward, with high ceilings, elegant proportions and a period fireplace forming a calm and composed living space equally suited to everyday use or entertaining. Across the hall, the dining room mirrors this sense of balance and scale, enjoying the same outlook and offering a refined setting for more formal occasions. 

The kitchen is arranged separately, overlooking Corchester Fields, once the playing grounds of the former school and now open parkland. Fitted with solid timber cabinetry, double oven, electric hob and integrated appliances, it is a practical and well organised space, with room for a breakfast table and chairs beneath high ceilings that reinforce the apartment’s sense of volume and light. 

There are three bedrooms in total, all generously proportioned and thoughtfully arranged. One is currently used as a study, fitted with bespoke bookcases and cabinetry designed to complement the period features, while the two principal bedrooms enjoy particularly fine outlooks across the gardens and valley. The rooms are calm and restful, with tall sash windows, soundproofed detailing where appropriate and a consistency of scale that is increasingly rare. 

Two spacious bathrooms serve the accommodation, both finished with full length baths and separate shower enclosures, along with traditional sanitaryware and ample space for storage.  

A dedicated utility area provides additional functionality, wired for further appliances and leading through to substantial under eaves loft storage, ensuring the main living spaces remain uncluttered. 

Extending to over 2,500 square feet in total, the apartment combines the elegance of a traditional country house with the reassurance of a well managed development, offering a refined yet practical home in one of the Tyne Valley’s most sought after settings. 

Externally 
The apartment is set within well maintained communal gardens, defined by mature pine and deciduous trees, open lawns and a strong sense of privacy. South facing aspects ensure excellent natural light throughout the day, with uninterrupted views across surrounding fields and woodland. A double garage, cabled for electric vehicle charging, provides secure parking and storage, complemented by forecourt parking for additional vehicles and visitors. From the garage area, there is direct access onto CorchesterFields, placing countryside walks quite literally on the doorstep while retaining a peaceful and discreet setting just moments from the heart of Corbridge.

Agents Notes 
Approximately 954 years remaining on the lease.
Ground rent of £30 per annum.
Annual service charge of £2,440 for the current year, payable in two instalments in April and October.
The property benefits from a share of the freehold via a tenant-controlled management company, which is responsible for the maintenance and insurance of the building and its communal areas.

Local Information 
Corbridge is a popular, charming and historic village that sits on the River Tyne in the heart of the scenic Tyne Valley. The village offers a full range of day-to-day amenities with a wide variety of shops, restaurants, inns, doctor and dentist surgeries, community services and a garage, while nearby Matfen Hall and Close House offer excellent leisure facilities. The nearby market town of Hexham offers more comprehensive services with large supermarkets, a further range of shops and professional services together with a leisure centre, cinema, theatre and hospital.

For schooling there is a First School and Middle School in the village, while senior schooling is offered in Hexham.

For the commuter Corbridge is convenient for the A69 which gives excellent access to Newcastle in the east and Carlisle in the west, and onward to the A1 and M6.  There is a railway station on the edge of the village which provides cross-country services to Newcastle and Carlisle where connecting main line rail services are available to major UK cities north and south. Newcastle International Airport is also very accessible. 
 
Approximate Mileages 
Corbridge Village Centre 0.5 miles | Hexham 3.6 miles | Newcastle International Airport 16.0 miles | Newcastle City Centre 18.4 miles

Services 
Mains water and electric and sewerage. Gas central heating.

Tenure 
Leasehold

Council Tax 
Band E

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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Parking - Double garage

Forecourt parking for additional vehicles and visitors