Ritton White House Development, Netherwitton, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61

DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTS
Lot 1 – The Traditional Steading (26/00844/FUL)
A spacious stone traditional farm steading at the heart of Ritton White House farmstead (outlined in light blue on the attached plan). Consent exists for its conversion to create a sensational and luxurious 4-bedroom home with a courtyard and garden.

Lot 2 – The Stone Byre (26/01574/FUL)
The Stone Byre (outlined in pink on the attached plan) forms part of the farmstead’s working agriculutral past and is positioned at the northwestern corner, overlooking the Simonside Hills. Consent has been achieved for its conversion to create a gorgeous 3-bedroom house.
Careful consideration has been given to maintain the buildings original traditional features, incorporating ‘breather-vent’ style openings to allow for ample natural light.


Lot 3 – Modern Agricultural Building (25/04262/AGTRES)
The agricultural steel portal frame building (outlined in yellow on the attached plan) is situated at the northern end of the farmstead. Class Q planning permission has been secured for the change of use and conversion of the building to form 2 single-storey houses with mezzanine floors, offering an excellent opportunity to create attractive contemporary homes.


Lot 4 – The Farmhouse
A charming farmhouse set adjacent to the range of former farm buildings referred to above, located close to Fontburn Reservoir. The farmhouse (outlined in dark green on the attached plan) occupies an elevated site with fabulous rural views over the surrounding countryside. This stone-built property offers well laid out and practical living space and comes to the market having been let to tenants until recently. The ground floor has three well-proportioned reception rooms, a kitchen with Aga, boot room, sunroom, office and cloaks/w.c. There are four bedrooms and three bathrooms one of which is ensuite on the first floor.
To the south of the property there is a partly walled garden, mainly laid to lawn. The access road to the farm culminates at the farmhouse where there is ample parking.

The Farmhouse is available as part of this scheme but can be sold separately.

CGI images are for illustrative purposes only.

PADDOCK LAND
Available by separate negotiation: there are two paddocks positioned immediately to the east of Lot 1 (hatched purple on the plan) extending to approximately 0.74 acres (0.30 Ha).

LOCATION
The property occupies an unspoilt rural position at the end of a private drive comprising a range of traditional former farm buildings and farmhouse. The former farm sits amongst the rolling Northumberland countryside with breathtaking views of the Simonside hills and Fontburn Reservoir. The attractive market town of Rothbury lies approximately 6 miles to the north, with a selection of shops and amenities, which include a convenience store, several independent retailers and a choice of cafes and pubs. The town also has a primary school and a middle school with a first school at the nearby village of Cambo. Further facilities can be found in Morpeth, approximately 13 miles away including larger supermarkets and a wider choice of high street and independent shops. This is a truly wonderful setting rich in wildlife and a superb location for outdoor pursuits. The area is ideal for walking, cycling and riding with a national park just moments away, while golf is available nearby at Rothbury Golf Club. Road connections in the area include the A697 and the A1, while Morpeth has a mainline station, providing services to Newcastle upon Tyne and beyond.

DIRECTIONS
From Scots Gap, take the Rothbury Road northward and after approximately 5 miles and just north of the entrance to Fontburn Reservoir, turn left at the crossroads onto a single track road signed private road (the only road sign shows Ritton and Coltpark to the right). Follow the private driveway to the farm, keeping left initially. Take the right fork when the farm is in sight up the hill and the farm buildings are in front of you and the farm house is to the right.

POSTCODE
NE61 4PP

WHAT THREE WORDS
rust.copy.roughest

GENERAL
Services:
Lot 1-3
Electricity – The buyer will be responsible for ensuring the property/properties have their own sufficient supply.
Mains water – The mains water supply is via a private water pipe network. There is a head meter. The buyer will be responsible for installing a sub meter and for sharing the cost of maintenance back to the head meter.
Foul drainage - Sewage treatment plants for each of the development.
Heating – Air-source heating
Access: Shared private drive. Pro-rata maintenance.
Lot 4
Mains electricity. mains water supply via a private water pipe. The Farmhouse has its own septic tank. It is believed that the septic tank is compliant with the General Binding Rules. Oil central heating. High speed internet is available via Alncom.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax: Band F | EPC: Rated E
Access: Shared private drive. Pro-rata maintenance.

MILEAGES
Scots Gap 6 miles | Rothbury 6.5 miles | Morpeth 13 miles

VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with Galbraith Hexham office Tel:
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ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) REGULATIONS
Please note that under the 2017 AML regulations we are legally required to carry out money laundering checks against purchasers. To enable us to complete these checks purchasers will need to provide along with their offer either: a) originals of primary (e.g. a passport) and secondary (e.g. current council tax or Utility bill) or b) copies of the same certified and dated by appropriate professional. Failure to provide this information may result in an offer not being considered.

IMPORTANT NOTES
1. These particulars are intended to give a fair and overall description of the property. If any points are relevant to your interest, please ask for further information prior to viewing. Prospective purchasers are advised to seek their own professional advice. 2 Areas, measurements and distances are given as a guide. Photographs depict only certain parts of the property. Nothing within the particulars shall be deemed to be a statement as to the structural condition, nor the working order of services and appliances. 3 The Seller will not be obliged to accept the highest, or indeed any offer and has the right to accept an offer at any time or withdraw the property from the market. The Seller will not be liable for any costs incurred by interested parties. 4 If there are matters of particular importance please raise this with us and we will try to check the information for you. Particulars prepared July 2026. Photographs taken August 2025.

EPC Rating = E