Hillcrest, Newton, Stocksfield, Northumberland

An exceptional family home with stunning far reaching views in a desirable Tyne Valley village

Hillcrest is an outstanding, unique and characterful property, dating back to the 18th Century and situated in the highly desirable village of Newton. This beautiful development benefits from the natural light of a South facing property and has spacious, versatile accommodation over three floors.

The stunning interior retains the character of many of the original features whilst blending these perfectly with modern living. Underfloor heating together with solid oak flooring extends throughout the property. Exposed stonework, wood beams, roof trusses and original fireplaces lend character and interest, and the high ceilings give a spacious, light feeling to the rooms. Modern comforts are provided by the bespoke designer kitchen, stylish en suite Porcelanosa shower rooms and bathroom, giving all five bedrooms their own facilities. Timber double glazed windows and external doors with Farrow & Ball paintwork are an added feature. An impressive double glazed floor to ceiling picture window floods the centre of the house with light and provides magnificent views of the rear garden and the Tyne valley. The oak internal doors to all rooms are a unique feature throughout the house. To cater for modern technology the property has fibre broadband, which is quick enough to meet every need.

Hillcrest, with its understated village frontage, is a very special and highly individual home with huge style, character and quality which can only really be appreciated by a personal viewing. 

The accommodation comprises:

Ground Floor: Elegant, light filled reception hall | Large cloakroom/WC | Central galleried hall with double height roof void, glazed door to terrace and striking picture window giving stunning views of the garden and surrounding countryside |  Magnificent triple aspect drawing room with feature arched double church doors, imposing stone fireplace with multi fuel cast iron burner, glazed door to terrace and a picture window offering amazing views over the beautiful landscaped garden | Stylish family room/dining room with inglenook fireplace and multi fuel cast iron burner | Large guest bedroom, currently utilised as a study, with en suite and French doors to a secluded terrace area 

Lower Ground Floor: A bespoke staircase with oak balustrade and intricately carved newel posts leads down to the spectacular, high specification kitchen and dining area with an extensive range of bespoke contemporary cabinets and appliances, granite worktops, and a large double island with double Belfast sink | Triple aspect with bifold doors and a set of glazed French doors leading to the garden | Utility room

First Floor: Galleried landing leading to four large double bedrooms | Principal bedroom with beautiful exposed roof trusses, walk in dressing room, en suite shower room and great views over the gardens and Tyne valley | Three further double bedrooms, two with their own en suite shower room, and the remaining bedroom adjacent to the family bathroom with free standing bath 

Externally: The exceptional landscaped South facing garden is a stunning feature of Hillcrest, meticulously designed and maintained by the current owners with a spectacular display of mature planting including shrubs, trees and herbaceous perennials which give year round interest and colour. Two private and spacious terraces can be accessed from the principal reception rooms with stone steps leading down to the very generous patio, ideal for entertaining. To the front of the property there is a very attractive, gravelled, Mediterranean style border with a cobbled path leading to the front door. To the side a gravelled driveway leads down through electric gates to a large, stone built, detached double garage with mezzanine storage area, electric doors and parking area. There is ample outside lighting which is timer controlled or activated by motion sensors. 

The Old Forge: Hillcrest comes with the added opportunity to purchase a picturesque, recently partially renovated ‘Old Forge’ building and garden, situated opposite the main house. The current owners have restored the exterior of the neglected Old Forge and established a beautifully landscaped cottage garden behind the preserved stone wall boundary. They currently use the building’s rooms for storage and as a workshop, but there is potential to further develop for use as a home office or additional family accommodation. Historically there has been planning consent for a one bedroom, single storey cottage dwelling, which could present a development opportunity if desired.

Local Information: Newton is an attractive and desirable conservation village with stunning views over the Tyne Valley, within easy commuting distance of Newcastle. The village benefits from an excellent, traditional, village inn as well as a modern Community Hall whilst Brockbushes farm shop is within walking distance. The picturesque town of Corbridge lies about three miles distant providing a wide range of local amenities for shopping, restaurants and cafes, medical and dental facilities, a garage, a library and community services, whilst the larger market town of Hexham  lies ten miles to the West, via the A69, with its larger major supermarkets, a leisure centre with pool, cinema, theatre and a hospital. Superb hotel, spa, golfing and leisure facilities are available at nearby Matfen Hall and Close House. 

Education: Mowden Hall Independent Preparatory School is less than a mile from Newton for private education up to 13 years. Corbridge has further highly regarded state education for First and Middle School pupils and Hexham has senior school education.

Travel: Newton has convenient access to the A69 for road travel to Newcastle to the East and Carlisle to the West, with onward links to the A1, M1 and M6. Local railway stations in Corbridge and Stocksfield also link to main hubs in Newcastle and Carlisle. Newcastle International Airport is easily accessed within 20 minutes using the A69.

Services: Mains electricity water & drainage | Oil central heating | Tenure: Freehold | Council Tax Band: G | EPC Rating: D