Haughton Pasture Cottage, Humshaugh, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46

The Property
Haughton Pasture Cottage is a stunner. It occupies a pleasing and secluded position in the attractive North Tyne Valley, surrounded by open countryside and enjoying breathtaking views. Opportunities of this nature are seldom available, combining an almost unrivalled setting with the significant advantage of a granted planning permission for what promises to be a truly outstanding home.

Haughton Pasture Cottage is a traditional cottage which is in a poor state of repair. The current owners have secured an impressive and highly sensitive planning consent which lays the foundation for the creation of a remarkable single-storey country house.

The approved scheme has been carefully conceived to respect the character of the existing cottage whilst delivering generous and contemporary accommodation ideally suited to modern living. The result is a compelling blend of traditional Northumberland architecture and thoughtful modern design.

Planning permission was granted by Northumberland County Council on 2 April 2026 under reference 26/00134/FUL. Full details of the approved proposals can be viewed via the Northumberland County Council Planning Portal.
The Design and Access Statement notes:
"The entire scheme remains single-storey, aligning with the scale of the existing building and supporting the objective of creating a very special home. All living and bedroom spaces are designed to accommodate level access and wheelchair circulation, if required." The design further retains important period features, including the original ridge line and gable chimneys, helping preserve the character and identity of the original cottage whilst introducing carefully considered contemporary additions.

A Significant Improvement to Accessibility
Substantial investment already made by the current owners in constructing the access. This has been comprehensively addressed through the creation of an attractive farm-style access track linking the property directly to the public highway across two adjoining fields.
Constructed to a high standard and benefiting from planning approval under reference 25/00205/FUL, the track is approached through handsome stone gate piers and incorporates cattle grids at field boundaries.

Outside
The property extends to approximately 1.85 acres (0.75 hectares) and includes space for a cottage garden and paddock ground adjoining the cottage providing scope for a variety of amenity uses. There is ample space for parking and manoeuvring vehicles, together with sufficient land to create substantial landscaped gardens. The south and easterly outlook is particularly attractive towards the route of the Roman Wall.
There may be an opportunity to acquire up to a further 8 acres (3.24 hectares) by separate negotiation.

Situation
Haughton Pasture Cottage enjoys a striking rural position yet is close to the sought-after village of Humshaugh with its vibrant village shop, primary school, The George Hotel, doctors surgery and bustling community spirit. The village pub has been excellent although is temporarily closed. The surrounding countryside is renowned for its beauty, outdoor recreation and quality of life, whilst remaining readily accessible to Hexham and Newcastle upon Tyne. Hadrians Wall is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the UK.

The setting strikes an increasingly rare balance between seclusion and accessibility. Although surrounded by open countryside, the property remains convenient for everyday services, road links and rail connections.

Directions
From Hexham or Newcastle, drive across the River North Tyne at Chollerford. Take the second
exit at the roundabout signposted for Bellingham (B6320) and the property is on the right after
about 1.5 miles. Post Code NE46 4BB.

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General
Services: Mains water (metered) via a private pipe and electricity are connected (underground). Foul drainage via sewage treatment plant to be installed by the purchaser. Heating to be installed by the purchaser.
Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Northumberland County Council
Council Tax: Band A
EPC: Band G

Access Rights
A public footpath and bridleway currently pass through the property. The vendors have advised that Northumberland County Council have indicated support for an application to divert the route away from the immediate curtilage of the dwelling and along the southern field boundary, subject to the usual statutory procedures and approvals. The neighbouring landowner has supported the proposed diversion.

The access track is not included in the sale of the freehold property. entirely unrestricted rights of access for all purposes at any time are to be granted to the buyer of Haughton Pasture Cottage.

Restrictive Covenant
The property is subject to a covenant restricting its use to private residential purposes only. Commercial, trade or business use is prohibited.

Agents Note
There are two computer generated images of what the property could look like after development according to the planning permission.

Viewing
Strictly by appointment with Galbraith Hexham 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 August 2026. Photographs taken August 2026.

EPC Rating = G