Manor House, Birtley, Hexham, Northumberland

Accommodation in Brief
Ground Floor
Reception Hall | Drawing Room | Sitting Room | Dining Room | Study | Cloakroom | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Larder | Utility Room | Boot Room | Reception Room | Garden Room | WC | Shower Room

First Floor
Principal Bedroom with Walk-in Wardrobe & En-Suite Shower Room | Six Further Bedrooms | Family Bathroom | Additional Shower Room

Annexe
Open Plan Living Room/Kitchen | Bedroom | Shower Room | Store Room

Shepherd’s Hut
Living/Sleeping Area | Kitchenette | Shower Facilities

Externally
Landscaped Gardens | Terraces and Seating Areas | Parking | Private Woodland | Holiday Let Garden | Shepherd’s Hut Garden | Approximately 0.58 acres in All | Six Acres of Woodland Available by Seperate Negotiation

The Property
Occupying a remarkable position overlooking the North Tyne Valley, Manor House is a substantial Grade II Listed residence offering approximately 4,740 sq ft of versatile accommodation, including seven bedrooms, six reception rooms and a wealth of original architectural detail. A detached self-contained annexe and characterful shepherd’s hut provide flexible space for extended family and guests, with the option for occasional short-term letting if desired.

The exceptional outlook is a defining feature of the property. To the rear, uninterrupted views extend across an unspoilt landscape towards Kielder, with no other homes in sight, spectacular sunsets and exceptionally dark night skies. To the front, equally impressive views reach across the North Tyne Valley and surrounding countryside.

Approaching the property, the handsome stone frontage immediately conveys the building’s age and standing. Mullioned windows, Welsh slate roofs, coped gables and traditional stone stacks are complemented by an ornate entrance surround bearing the date 1677. A historic sundial and early 19th-century stone trade sign add further interest, providing visible reminders of the house’s long and varied history.

The front door opens into the original cross passage, now forming a generous reception hall from which the principal rooms are arranged. The drawing room and sitting room occupy the front of the house, both offering excellent scale while retaining a comfortable, lived-in character. The sitting room is distinguished by exposed ceiling beams and a broad stone fireplace housing a wood-burning stove, while deep-set windows frame views across the village and surrounding greenery.

The drawing room provides a more formal reception space, well suited to larger gatherings, while the adjoining dining room occupies one of the oldest parts of the house. Here, substantial exposed beams and an exceptional 17th-century stone fireplace give the room a particularly strong sense of place. Its generous dimensions comfortably accommodate a large dining table, with glazed doors connecting directly to the kitchen.

The kitchen/breakfast room extends to more than 23 feet and provides a substantial setting for informal dining and food preparation. Its position between the dining room, reception spaces and practical accommodation makes it particularly well placed for a house of this scale. A large walk-in larder and separate utility room provide excellent storage, while a boot room offers a useful secondary entrance from the grounds.

Beyond the kitchen, an additional reception room leads into the garden room. This later addition introduces a markedly more contemporary character, with a high ceiling, exposed structural timbers, a large roof light and extensive glazing on both sides. Wide sliding doors open to the gardens, drawing natural light through the room and creating a relaxed space for dining, sitting or entertaining. A separate WC is positioned discreetly alongside.

The ground floor is completed by a dedicated study, comfortably proportioned for home working and sufficiently versatile to serve as a further sitting room, playroom or occasional bedroom if required. A cloakroom is arranged nearby.

The first floor provides seven bedrooms across two interconnected sections of the house. At one end, a particularly generous bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe sits alongside a smaller bedroom and a spacious en-suite shower room, offering scope to create a substantial principal suite with a private dressing room or study. The remaining five bedrooms are served by a family bathroom and an additional shower room, providing considerable flexibility for family and guests.

Throughout the house, exposed timbers, deep window reveals and substantial stone fireplaces preserve the character of the original building. These features are balanced by light, thoughtfully presented interiors and a layout that responds well to modern requirements without disguising the property’s architectural evolution.

Annexe
Within the grounds, a detached stone building provides self-contained annexe accommodation with the flexibility to be used as an occasional Airbnb if desired. Its open plan living room and kitchen sit beneath a pitched ceiling with exposed roof trusses and roof lights, while a broad glazed opening occupies the original cart entrance and opens directly onto a private seating area. The kitchen is fitted with painted cabinetry, timber work surfaces, a Belfast sink and breakfast bar. A double bedroom and shower room complete the accommodation, with a separate store positioned to the rear.

Shepard's Hut
A characterful bespoke shepherd’s hut also sits within the grounds, offering excellent flexibility as a home office, additional guest accommodation or occasional Airbnb. Handmade and finished with timber-lined walls and exposed beams, the hut has a warm, distinctive character, enhanced by a wood-burning stove. A compact kitchen and dining area accompany the sleeping accommodation, with separate shower facilities positioned nearby. Set within its own private garden, it enjoys an excellent degree of seclusion and attractive views through the surrounding trees.

Externally
Manor House is set within approximately 0.58 acres of established gardens and grounds, arranged to provide a variety of distinct outdoor spaces around the house and ancillary accommodation. Gravelled terraces, mature planting and sheltered seating areas create attractive places for outdoor dining, while the extensive glazing of the garden room opens directly onto its surroundings.

The exceptional outlook is central to the property’s appeal. Several seating areas have been positioned to capture the changing light and memorable sunsets, with uninterrupted views to the rear.

The property is equipped with a 20-panel solar photovoltaic system, 19kWh of battery storage and a full offline backup system designed to maintain power during outages. High-speed connectivity is provided by 1Gb Barn Fibre broadband.

Generous off-street parking is available for the main house, annexe and visiting guests.

Agent Note
Cat wood, a circa 6 acre mature woodland of Douglas Fir, Spruce and broadleaf within the village (a short walk away from The Manor House) is available by separate negotiation. The woodland has a natural water source, spectacular views of the North Tyne valley and high value of standing timber, ready to harvest if desired.

Local Information
Birtley is a small and historic Northumberland village occupying an attractive position above the North Tyne Valley. Arranged around a former village green, it is characterised by traditional stone cottages and buildings remodelled in the distinctive Tudor style associated with the Percy Estate. The village is also home to the ancient Church of St Giles and has an active village hall and community.

The nearby village of Wark provides everyday amenities, including a village shop, public houses, café, primary school and health facilities. Bellingham offers a broader selection of independent shops, places to eat and leisure amenities, together with access to the wider landscapes of the Northumberland National Park and Kielder Water and Forest Park.

Hexham provides an extensive range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants and professional services, as well as highly regarded schools, leisure facilities and a railway station on the Tyne Valley Line. The town is well known for Hexham Abbey, its regular markets and its historic centre.

Schooling is available locally at Wark Church of England Primary School, with further primary provision in Bellingham and Hexham. Secondary education is available at Haydon Bridge Community High School and Queen Elizabeth High School in Hexham. Independent options within reach include Mowden Hall Preparatory School, together with Newcastle schools such as the Royal Grammar School, Dame Allan’s Schools and Newcastle High School for Girls. School catchment areas should be confirmed with the local authority.

The surrounding countryside offers exceptional opportunities for walking, cycling and riding. Hadrian’s Wall, the Northumberland National Park, Kielder Water and the International Dark Sky Park are all within easy reach. Road connections are available via the A68 and A69, placing Newcastle, Carlisle and the wider region within commuting distance.

Approximate Mileages
Wark 3 miles | Bellingham 5 miles | Hexham 13 miles | Corbridge 17 miles | Newcastle International Airport 30 miles | Newcastle City Centre 34 miles | Carlisle 44 miles

Services
Oil central heating. Mans electric and PV Solar Panels. Mains water and drainage. 1Gb Barn Fibre broadband.

Tenure
Freehold

Council Tax
Band G

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.

Agents Note to Purchasers
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Submitting an Offer
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