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The Village, Christon Bank

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached Bungalow

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Key features

  • Charming detached stone cottage in the sought-after village of Christon Bank
  • Prime Northumberland Coast location with easy access to the A1, Beadnell, Embleton, Low Newton-by-the-Sea and Alnwick
  • Offered for sale with no onward chain
  • Beautifully presented and ready to move into
  • Characterful living room with inglenook fireplace, multi-fuel stove and exposed ceiling beams
  • Refitted kitchen and contemporary bathroom
  • Two generous ground-floor double bedrooms
  • Versatile loft space with ensuite shower room and open views across fields and woodland
  • Stunning mature rear garden with landscaped borders, shaped lawn, open aspect and detached garage
  • Tenure: Freehold - Council Tax Band: C - EPC: D

Description

A charming detached stone cottage in the sought-after village of Christon Bank, ideally located for the Northumberland Coast, A1 and nearby Beadnell, Embleton, Low Newton-by-the-Sea and Alnwick. Beautifully presented and offered with no onward chain, the property features a characterful living room with an inglenook fireplace, multi-fuel stove and decorative ceiling beams, a refitted kitchen and bathroom, two ground-floor double bedrooms, and a versatile loft space with ensuite shower room and countryside views. Outside, a stunning mature garden with open aspect and detached garage completes this ready-to-move-into home.

Nestled within the village of Christon Bank on the beautiful Northumberland Coast, this characterful detached stone cottage offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented home in a superb location. Ideally situated for easy access to the A1 and the stunning coastline, the property is perfectly placed for enjoying nearby coastal villages including Beadnell, Embleton and Low Newton-by-the-Sea, as well as the historic market town of Alnwick.
Offered with no onward chain, this ready-to-move-into home combines traditional charm with modern comforts. The accommodation is immaculately presented throughout and has been thoughtfully updated, including a refitted kitchen and contemporary bathroom.
The spacious living room provides a warm and inviting space for relaxation and entertaining, with ample room for dining. Full of character, this impressive room features an attractive inglenook fireplace housing a multi-fuel stove together with decorative ceiling beams, creating a cosy focal point and enhancing the cottage's traditional appeal.
There are two generous double bedrooms on the ground floor, alongside the stylish bathroom and well-appointed kitchen.
A pull-down ladder gives access to a versatile loft space featuring Velux windows that enjoy delightful open views across neighbouring fields and woodland. This useful additional area also benefits from an ensuite shower room.
Externally, the property enjoys a truly stunning mature rear garden. Beautifully stocked and thoughtfully landscaped, it features attractive planted borders surrounding a shaped lawn and enjoys an open aspect, creating a peaceful and private setting. A detached garage provides valuable storage and parking.
This delightful cottage offers the perfect blend of village living, coastal accessibility and character accommodation, making it an ideal permanent residence, holiday home or investment opportunity.

Entrance hall
UPVC double-glazed entrance doors, tiled floor, radiator, attic space access hatch with pulldown ladder, built-in cupboard, over-head cupboard housing electric fuse box and meter, doors to: living room, bathroom, and bedrooms.

Living/dining room (dual aspect) 16’2 x 16’8 (4.93m x 5.08m)
UPVC double-glazed windows, tiled floor, radiators, feature Inglenook fireplace with wood mantle incorporating a multi fuel stove and tiled hearth, feature decorative ceiling beams, loft access hatch, doors to hall and kitchen.

Kitchen (rear) 14’7 x 6’ (4.45m x 1.83m)
Fitted ‘Howdens’ kitchen with wall and base units incorporating: single stainless-steel sink, integrated electric hob with extractor hood, integrated electric oven, integrated fridge freezer. Tiled floor, radiator, UPVC double-glazed window, UPVC panelled ceiling with downlights, tiled walls, feature shelf, UPVC double glazed external door to rear garden, door to living room
 Bathroom
P-shape bath with a rainfall head mains shower and separate handheld attachment, glass shower screen, W.C. with concealed cistern, cabinet with integrated wash-handbasin, fully-tiled walls and floor, UPVC panelled ceiling with downlights, vertical radiator, UPVC double-glazed frosted window.

Bedroom one (rear) 14’11 x 7 (4.55m x 2.13m)
UPVC double glazed-window, radiator, coving to ceiling, laminate floor, panelled effect feature wall.

Bedroom two (front) 11’10 x 7’1 (3.61m x 2.16m)
UPVC double-glazed window, radiator, coving to ceiling, laminate floor, panelled effect feature wall.

Attic space 12’10, extending a further 7’9 into recess x 14’5 maximum floor space with restricted head height (3.91m extending to 2.36m x 4.39m) 
Two double glazed Velux windows, wood flooring, radiators, ceiling downlights, door to ensuite shower room.

Ensuite
Tiled shower cubicle with rainfall head mains shower and separate handheld attachment, fitted cabinets incorporating a mono-bowl sink and W.C. with tiled splashback, tiled floor, ladder style radiator, ceiling downlights, double-glazed Velux window.

Garage 9’2 x 19’5 (2.79m x 5.92m)
Up and over garage door, door and window to side, plumbing for washing machine, central heating boiler, electric power sockets and lighting.

Externally
Stunning rear garden with a raised and shaped lawn with well-stocked planted borders, feature planting, patio area and log store. Open aspect and side gate access to a shared drive that leads to the garage.
 PRIMARY SERVICES SUPPLY
Electricity: Mains
Water: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Mains – Oil – plus wood burner / open fire
Broadband: Cable
Mobile Signal Coverage Blackspot: No
Parking: Garage/Driveway

MINING 
The North East region is famous for its rich mining heritage and therefore it will be beneficial to conduct a mining search.  Confirmation should be sought from a conveyancer as to its effect on the property, if any. 
 
TENURE
Freehold – It is understood that this property is freehold, but should you decide to proceed with the purchase of this property, the Tenure must be verified by your Legal Adviser
 
COUNCIL TAX BAND: C
EPC RATING:  D
 

Brochures

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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: C
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Monthly repayments£1,806
Property: £ 360,000
Deposit: £ 36,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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5 Market Street, Alnwick, NE66 1SS

Rook Matthews Sayer (RMS) is a leading estate agent in the Region*, established in 1990. At RMS, we offer a wide range of services, including residential sales, lettings, property management, auction sales, and commercial property services. Other services include mortgage and protection advice, as well as access to a trusted conveyancing panel. We have 15 offices and a dedicated team of around 120 members. We provide personalised, expert service, offering pre-marketing advice, professional photography, and support throughout the property sale process. We invest heavily in staff training and are deeply integrated into the local community, supporting charities and schools. We have extensive local knowledge and a strong reputation in the property market, with many of the offices having won the "Best Estate Agency" award over multiple years consistently. We focus on building long-term relationships, often having customers return over the years. We pride ourselves on being friendly, approachable, and supportive, guiding clients through every step of their property sale with care and expertise. The company's approach is focused on providing a smooth, stress-free experience and achieving the best possible price for each property. We use cutting-edge technology and effective marketing strategies, as well as offering various marketing packages tailored to clients' needs.

Finally, our customers can rest assured that they're in safe hands.

RMS is a member of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, (RICS) which is a client money protection scheme, and also a member of The Property Ombudsman, which is a redress scheme. You can find out more details by visiting our website or by contacting our staff directly.

*Source - Internal data: 01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 Region is Newcastle, Northumberland and North Tyneside

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