East Ord, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland TD15

Murton White House is an impressive and well balanced family home, approached via a long private drive with security gates, creating an immediate sense of arrival and privacy. The house offers generous and versatile accommodation arranged over two principal floors, with the benefit of additional cellar storage.

The ground floor is centred around a welcoming reception hall which provides access to the principal living spaces. The sitting room and dining room are both well proportioned and particularly well positioned to take full advantage of the far reaching views south towards the Cheviot Hills, creating wonderful rooms for both entertaining and everyday family living. The library offers a quieter, more intimate space, ideal for reading or home working.

The kitchen forms the heart of the house, with ample space for informal dining and a natural flow through to a garden room positioned to the rear. This light filled space links seamlessly with the kitchen and enjoys a pleasant outlook over the gardens, creating an ideal setting for relaxed family living and entertaining, with underfloor heating enhancing year round comfort.

Further practical areas include a utility room, workshop and store, while a substantial detached garage provides excellent parking and additional storage.

On the first floor, a spacious landing leads to well arranged bedroom accommodation. There are five bedrooms in total, including a generous principal bedroom with en suite facilities. A number of the bedrooms, along with the main reception rooms below, enjoy the superb southerly aspect and open views across the surrounding countryside towards the Cheviot Hills. The remaining bedrooms are served by well appointed bathroom facilities, offering flexibility for family living or visiting guests.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS

The gardens and grounds at Murton White House are a particularly attractive feature of the property, extending to approximately 4.5 acres and offering a wonderful balance of formal gardens, open lawn, paddock land and areas of mature woodland. The setting provides a strong sense of privacy and seclusion, while still enjoying open views across the surrounding countryside.

The house sits comfortably within its plot, approached via a long, private and tree lined driveway, secured by gates, which leads to a generous turning circle and parking area, creating an impressive sense of arrival. To the front, a broad sweep of lawn extends away from the house, bounded by a low stone wall and taking full advantage of the elevated position and far reaching southerly views towards the Cheviot Hills. This open aspect is further enhanced by the adjoining grass paddock, extending to approximately 2.4 acres, which provides excellent potential for equestrian use, hobby farming or simply additional amenity land. The paddock includes a former field shelter with water supply.

To the rear, the gardens become more intimate and sheltered in nature. A particularly attractive walled garden sits adjacent to the house, creating a private and well protected space with level lawn, established borders and a variety of mature shrubs and planting. A paved terrace provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, with direct access from the house and a pleasant outlook across the garden.

Beyond the formal areas, the grounds include a mix of mature trees and woodland, creating natural screening and adding to the sense of scale and maturity. The overall layout provides a variety of spaces, from open lawns suited to family use and recreation, to quieter, more enclosed areas for relaxation.

A range of useful outbuildings further enhances the practicality of the property, including a large garage, workshop and additional stores. A covered walkway connects the house to the garage, providing sheltered access. Together, the grounds and outbuildings complement the house well, offering both lifestyle appeal and versatility in a highly attractive rural setting.

Murton White House is set within attractive Northumberland countryside, just a short distance from Berwick upon Tweed, one of the most sought after Border towns with an excellent range of amenities. The town offers a mix of independent shops, recognised retailers, supermarkets, cafes and restaurants, together with a mainline railway station providing regular services to Edinburgh, Newcastle and London.

The surrounding area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and exceptional opportunities for outdoor living. The Northumberland coastline is within easy reach, with highlights including Bamburgh, Holy Island and miles of unspoilt sandy beaches, ideal for walking, riding and water based activities. The broader landscape offers excellent routes for walking, cycling and country pursuits, with rolling countryside, riverbanks and open farmland to explore. There are opportunities for sailing and fishing along the coast and along the River Tweed, as well as a strong equestrian community in the area. Nearby golf courses include Goswick Links, widely regarded as one of the finest links courses in the region, along with a selection of other well regarded courses across North Northumberland and the Borders.

Berwick upon Tweed provides a comprehensive range of day to day amenities including supermarkets such as Tesco, Morrisons and Marks and Spencer, as well as local butchers, fishmongers and farm shops. The town also offers healthcare facilities, leisure centres and a number of local services, making it particularly well suited for both permanent living and second home ownership.

Transport links are a key feature of the location. Berwick upon Tweed railway station sits on the East Coast Main Line, offering direct services to Edinburgh in approximately 45 minutes and Newcastle in around 40 minutes, with London reachable in under four hours. The A1 provides straightforward road access both north and south, connecting readily to the wider region.

Schooling in the area is well regarded, with local state options including Berwick St Mary’s Church of England Primary School and Berwick Academy, both easily accessible. There are also a number of respected independent schools nearby, including Longridge Towers School, located just outside Berwick upon Tweed, as well as further choices in Alnwick and across the Borders. The proximity to the Scottish Borders also provides access to a wider selection of highly regarded schools.