Wark, Hexham, NE48

A handsome Victorian country house, rich in original character set in an elevated position within private grounds overlooking the beautiful Tyne Valley, with four bedrooms, a paddock, double garage and exciting potential to extend

Deneburn House is a distinctive detached Victorian country house, originally built in 1855 as a hunting lodge for a doctor from Newcastle. Occupying an elevated position on the outskirts of Wark, the property combines considerable period charm with generous family accommodation, attractive gardens and scope for further enhancement.

The house retains a wealth of original features, providing a glimpse into its Victorian heritage. These include decorative cornicing, original shutters, traditional fireplaces, original plasterwork and oak flooring, all of which contribute to the property's individual character.

Accommodation
The property is approached through a substantial Victorian front door, complete with its original lock, key and doorbell.The entrance hallways feature oak flooring and original plasterwork, including distinctive decorative deer heads which reflect the property's former use as a hunting lodge. The Hallway provides access to the main ground floor accommodation.

The Living Room is a particularly appealing, south-facing reception room with original Victorian cornicing, traditional shutters and a large marble fireplace. Oak flooring completes the room, while the southerly aspect provides an attractive sense of light. The Drawing Room is a second generous reception room with alcoves, featuring original shutters, a substantial original fireplace and oak flooring. This versatile room provides an elegant setting for formal entertaining or everyday family living.

The light filled spacious Dining Kitchen has an excellent range of floor and wall units with granite work surfaces built in cooker and a separate electric Aga with surround, original window shutters and patio doors opening directly onto the rear garden. The generous proportions provide ample space for cooking, dining and informal gatherings. An adjoining pantry offers useful additional storage, with fitted shelving.

The Utility / Downstairs Shower room incorporates a double shower, wash basin and WC, together with space beneath the work surface for a washing machine and tumble dryer. A separate cloak cupboard at the bottom of the stairs providing ample storage whilst still retaining an original deer-hanging hook, another charming reminder of the house's history.

There is a side entrance porch with tiled floor that provides access into the side entrance hallway as well as offering access to a sheltered stone-walled‘suntrap’ courtyard, where a hot tub creates an inviting space for relaxation.

A spacious first-floor landing is illuminated by a striking feature window incorporating an original decorative stained-glass window. A spacious, south-facing Principal Bedroom with original marble fireplace and attractive original Victorian cornicing provides views across the Dene Burn and surrounding countryside. The second Bedroom, is also a large south-facing double bedroom, retaining its original stone fireplace.

A generous third double Bedroom has fitted wardrobes and panoramic views across open fields towards Wark. A fourth Bedroom with side window and also featuring a skylight which provides natural light and flexibility for use as a fourth bedroom, study or hobby room.

A large family bathroom fitted with a bath and shower over, double wash basin unit, WC and a bidet. A boiler cupboard houses the hot water system, with a new boiler installed in 2021. There is further attic storage which is accessed via a loft ladder.

External
Deneburn House occupies an attractive and private setting behind mature hedges. The grounds are entered through substantial feature sandstone entrance gateposts, built to support electric gates with intercom recessed from the lane allowing ample space to turn into the gravelled driveway with a generous turning area and substantial parking within a leafy setting

The grounds extend to approximately one and a quarter acres, incorporating established gardens, mature trees and shrubs, a paddock and a small area of mixed woodland. The private front garden features planted borders with a pedestrian gate leading up stone steps towards the house. To the rear, a large garden enjoys open views across the valley and is complemented by mature trees. A stone-walled courtyard provides a sheltered outdoor retreat, with a hot tub, creating an appealing suntrap and outdoor dining space to enjoy the evening sunset.

A substantial timber double garage provides useful vehicle storage and benefits from lighting and power sockets. A decorative weathervane adds further character.

Planning Permission
The property also benefits from live planning permission for a substantial rear extension, offering an exciting opportunity to enhance the existing accommodation, subject to the approved plans and any relevant conditions. Further information avaliable if required. (Planning Ref No. 23/01481/FUL)

Additional Land
For those seeking additional space, up to approximately 8 acres of land may be available by separate negotiation in two separate paddocks.

Overage Clause
There will be an Overage Clause equal to 30% of the net uplift in land value triggered by the grant of planning permission within a 25-year term, there is also a historic overage clause already on the land. Further details are available from the Agent.

Location
Wark is a charming rural village set alongside the River North Tyne, in an area renowned for its beautiful scenery, peaceful surroundings and opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Riverside walks, salmon fishing, countryside trails and cycling routes can all be enjoyed nearby.
Despite its rural setting, the village offers a useful range of everyday amenities, including a convenience store and post office, a village hall, public house, church and coffee shop/eatery. The award-winning Battlesteads Hotel and Restaurant provides a popular local destination for dining and hospitality.

Families are served by a village primary school, with a school bus service to Queen Elizabeth High School in Hexham. A local doctor's surgery also provides a useful healthcare facility. Hexham provides a wide range of larger local facilities.

The combination of village amenities, attractive countryside and access to regional centres makes Deneburn House an appealing proposition for those seeking a characterful country home in a picturesque Northumberland setting.

Mileages

Wark 0.1 mile | Bellingham 5.5 miles | Hexham 11 miles | Newcastle Airport 27.1 miles

Services | Mains Water, Electricity and Drainage, Oil-fired heating

Council Tax | Band E

Tenure | Freehold

EPC Rating | E 43

Please note that one of the vendors is an employee of Anton Estates.

Agents Note

These particulars do not form any part of any offer or contract. They are intended to provide a fair description of the property but neither Anton Estates nor the Vendor accept any responsibility for any error they may contain, however caused. Any intending purchaser must therefore satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness. Neither Anton Estates nor any of their employees has any authority to make or give any further representations or warranty in relation to this property.