Great Tosson, Morpeth, Northumberland NE65

Tosson Tower House is a beautifully proportioned and characterful period home which successfully blends historic charm with modern comfort. The property has been the much loved home of the current owners for almost a century and has been carefully maintained throughout that time. It works exceptionally well as a family home, with a warm and welcoming feel, while also having an excellent track record as a long established bed and breakfast.

The ground floor is arranged around an impressive reception hall, creating a strong sense of arrival. The farmhouse style kitchen is fitted with an AGA and is well set up for everyday living, with a useful connecting laundry room and office space.

There are two principal reception rooms, both featuring original fireplaces. The sitting room centres around a substantial stone inglenook fireplace, while the larger drawing room is both elegant and comfortable, opening directly into a garden room. From here there are lovely views over the rear garden, the river and the surrounding countryside, and the layout works particularly well for both family life and entertaining.

A ground floor double bedroom with ensuite shower room provides excellent flexibility for guests, multi generational living or owner occupation if the property is run as a lifestyle business.

From the hall, a discreet stair leads down to the basement level, which includes a series of cellar rooms and a cold store. These date back to the 1890s, when Tosson Tower House operated as a Drovers Inn, adding further historic interest.

The first floor provides four generously proportioned ensuite bedrooms, all finished to a high standard and enjoying attractive views. The layout reflects the property’s long standing success as an award winning bed and breakfast, operated for 47 years, while still retaining a natural, comfortable feel as a family home.

FORGE COTTAGE

Forge Cottage is a charming three-bedroom stone-built cottage, entirely self-contained with its own private parking and garden. The cottage is currently run as a thriving holiday let and enjoys strong levels of repeat business year after year.

The cottage offers a valuable income stream, but could also serve as additional accommodation for the main house. Subject to consent, a connecting door would be feasible given the proximity and layout of the buildings, allowing the property to adapt to a variety of lifestyle requirements.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS

The house sits proudly above the surrounding landscape, with gardens that take full advantage of the elevated setting and outstanding views. The grounds provide a pleasing combination of lawned areas, mature planting and sheltered spaces from which to enjoy the outlook and tranquillity.

Forge Cottage benefits from its own defined outdoor space, ensuring privacy for both properties.

Tosson Tower House occupies a commanding position on the edge of the picturesque hamlet of Tosson, enjoying far-reaching views across rolling countryside, the River Coquet below and the hills beyond. The setting is peaceful and unspoilt, yet remains well connected, offering an excellent balance between rural seclusion and everyday convenience.

The thriving village of Rothbury lies just over two miles away and provides a comprehensive range of amenities including a supermarket, butcher, baker, pubs, cafés, medical surgery and a variety of independent retailers. The area is well served by schooling, with Rothbury First School and Dr Thomlinson Church of England Middle School, both located in Rothbury. For senior education, pupils attend either King Edwards in Morpeth or The Duchess’s Community High School in Alnwick.

Rothbury is widely regarded as a gateway to the Northumberland National Park and is particularly popular with walkers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering access to the Simonside Hills, open moorland and scenic riverside walks along the Coquet. The village also benefits from an 18-hole golf course and is home to the celebrated Cragside House and Gardens, a National Trust property of international significance.

The wider region is easily accessible, with Alnwick approximately 12 miles to the east, Morpeth 18 miles to the south and Newcastle upon Tyne around 29 miles away, providing a broader range of commercial, cultural and transport links, including mainline rail services.