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The Farmhouse is built from traditional Northumbrian stone and under a slate roof and has been well maintained. The house is full of character and charm, traditional features such as exposed beams and open fires remain, and it is not surprising that a successful Bed and Breakfast was run from the property.
Internally on the ground floor there are two reception rooms both of which benefit from unrivalled views across the valley, in addition there is a fully fitted kitchen with an electric Aga, downstairs WC with shower and back kitchen/utility room.
On the first floor there are four bedrooms three of which are doubles, in addition there are two ensuite bathrooms.
The house is heated via oil central heating which is complemented both by an open fire in the sitting room and the electric Aga, furthermore the property is double glazed throughout.
Attached to the farmhouse there is a range of double storey traditional buildings, which form an attractive L with the farmhouse. Currently the buildings are used for storage however subject to necessary permissions they would readily lend themselves to alternative uses. The potential to create an extension to the existing dwelling and/or a holiday cottage is evident, and their condition and siting ensures that this would be feasible. Any such development would add greatly to the property and aside from creating additional living space would also provide additional income. The location of the property within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and its proximity to Hadrian´s Wall, Kielder, the Lake District, and the Northumberland Coast highlights the obvious potential for tourism.
Aside from the traditional buildings there is a range of more modern buildings which are in the main currently used for storage. Formerly, they were used for the housing of animals and fodder, and they remain suitable to do the same, their nature however suggests that they could readily convert to an alternative use, for example stabling and/or loose boxes. They are located to the rear of the property ensuring a natural divide between the residential and agricultural elements of the property and crucially they do not impinge on the fantastic views.
In terms of the land, the property comprises approximately 21.16 acres agricultural (Grade 4) land of which all is permanent pasture with an additional small are of amenity woodland. The land is south facing and therefore benefits from an early growth and additional sunlight.
The land has been well farmed and this evident by its productive nature.
The lands boundaries are stockproof and comprises of post and wire fence, and/or traditional stone walls. The fields in the main benefit from roadside access and where they don´t have good internal access. The fields are all watered either by natural sources or off the mains supply.
The nature of the land, it´s productive capabilities and its convenient size ensures in conjunction with the house the property lends itself to a variety of purchasers be they lifestyle buyers seeking to capitalise on the environmental, wellbeing and income benefits associated with land ownership, small holders who seek the opportunity of living the rural idyll and/or farmers whom maybe seeking to expand their existing business. The opportunity to acquire a compact, diverse, and accessible rural property are infrequent.
LOCATION
Struthers Farm is located approximately 1.6 miles to the west of Catton with the village of Allendale being Approximately 3.2 miles to the southeast. The major town of Hexham lies approximately 9.4 miles to the northeast.
Catton is a small village surrounded by unspoilt countryside within the Allendale parish in south Northumberland. It is rural but highly accessible with an excellent local community.
Catton benefits from a village pub which serves excellent homemade food whilst in Allendale there are several public houses, primary school which is graded ´Good´ by Ofsted, a first school, a golf course, football club, cricket club, bowling club, tennis courts, a badminton club as well as many other clubs and societies it also has a supermarket, butchers, craft shops and tea rooms.
For the commuter the A69, A1, A1(M) and M6 provide links with the major commercial centres of the North. East and West Coast railway services run from Hexham and Haydon Bridge (6.8 miles to north of the property). Newcastle upon Tyne (with International Airport) can be reached within 40 minutes.
DIRECTIONS
From Hexham and heading south, turn right after the Crown Inn in Catton, drive up the hill for about 1 mile and take the first left signposted "Oldtown", after approximately ¼ of mile take the left had turn (as the roads bends to the right) and follow this road until you reach Struthers Farm, the tarmac drive of which is a right hand turn.
GENERAL REMARKS & STIPULATIONS
Method of Sale
The Property is offered for sale initially by Private Treaty. All interested parties should register their interest with us to be keep informed as to how the sale will be concluded. Please direct expressions of interest to Harry Morshead MRICS.
Services
The farmhouse and steading are supplied via mains electric and mains water. The farmhouse benefits from private drainage.
The land is served by mains water where available and where not by natural supplies.
Basic Payment Scheme
The land is eligible to receive the basic payment. The claim for the current scheme year has been made and the monies received will be retained in full by the vendor.
The buyer(s) will give an undertaking not to breach the scheme rules from the date of completion to the end of the scheme year (31/12/23) and indemnify the claimant if any breaches occur
Environmental Scheme
There are currently no Countryside Stewardship agreements in place on the land or indeed any other subsidy schemes. The nature of the land does suggest that any such schemes would be possible, subject to meeting the associated requirements.
The nature of the farm with its potential in so far as Natural Capital and Biodiversity suggests that schemes be they with Natural England or a third party, could be attractive and depending on preference may provide an income stream worth exploring.
Areas
The areas and measurements stated have been assessed in accordance with OS data and digital mapping. Interested parties should though satisfy themselves in this regard.
Easements, Wayleaves and Third Party Rights
The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, water, drainage, water courses, light and other easements, quasi or reputed easements and rights of adjoining owners (if any) affecting the same and all matters registerable by any competent authority pursuant to statute.
There are public footpaths which cross the property as detailed on the sale plan.
Anti Money Laundering Regulations
The purchaser will be required to provide proof of identification to comply with Money Laundering Regulations in the form of a copy of the Purchasers´ passport, together with a copy of the Purchasers´ driving license or a recent utility bill as proof of residence
Council Tax Band
Struthers Farmhouse is assessed Band E.
EPC Rating
Struthers Farmhouse has an EPC rating of E.
Local Authority
Northumberland County Council. Any enquiries regarding planning or statutory matters should be directed to the Local Authority.
Viewings
Viewings should not be unaccompanied and are by prior appointment only. Arrangements can be made by contacting YoungsRPS, Hexham on 01434 609000 or harry.morshead@youngsrps.com
Particulars Prepared: May 2023
About this property
Struthers Farm is a noted property within the East Allen Valley, famed for its south facing aspect and prominent position within the valley; the property sits in an elevated yet sheltered position and enjoys breath-taking views over the surrounding area and beyond.The Farmhouse is built from traditional Northumbrian stone and under a slate roof and has been well maintained. The house is full of character and charm, traditional features such as exposed beams and open fires remain, and it is not surprising that a successful Bed and Breakfast was run from the property.
Internally on the ground floor there are two reception rooms both of which benefit from unrivalled views across the valley, in addition there is a fully fitted kitchen with an electric Aga, downstairs WC with shower and back kitchen/utility room.
On the first floor there are four bedrooms three of which are doubles, in addition there are two ensuite bathrooms.
The house is heated via oil central heating which is complemented both by an open fire in the sitting room and the electric Aga, furthermore the property is double glazed throughout.
Attached to the farmhouse there is a range of double storey traditional buildings, which form an attractive L with the farmhouse. Currently the buildings are used for storage however subject to necessary permissions they would readily lend themselves to alternative uses. The potential to create an extension to the existing dwelling and/or a holiday cottage is evident, and their condition and siting ensures that this would be feasible. Any such development would add greatly to the property and aside from creating additional living space would also provide additional income. The location of the property within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and its proximity to Hadrian´s Wall, Kielder, the Lake District, and the Northumberland Coast highlights the obvious potential for tourism.
Aside from the traditional buildings there is a range of more modern buildings which are in the main currently used for storage. Formerly, they were used for the housing of animals and fodder, and they remain suitable to do the same, their nature however suggests that they could readily convert to an alternative use, for example stabling and/or loose boxes. They are located to the rear of the property ensuring a natural divide between the residential and agricultural elements of the property and crucially they do not impinge on the fantastic views.
In terms of the land, the property comprises approximately 21.16 acres agricultural (Grade 4) land of which all is permanent pasture with an additional small are of amenity woodland. The land is south facing and therefore benefits from an early growth and additional sunlight.
The land has been well farmed and this evident by its productive nature.
The lands boundaries are stockproof and comprises of post and wire fence, and/or traditional stone walls. The fields in the main benefit from roadside access and where they don´t have good internal access. The fields are all watered either by natural sources or off the mains supply.
The nature of the land, it´s productive capabilities and its convenient size ensures in conjunction with the house the property lends itself to a variety of purchasers be they lifestyle buyers seeking to capitalise on the environmental, wellbeing and income benefits associated with land ownership, small holders who seek the opportunity of living the rural idyll and/or farmers whom maybe seeking to expand their existing business. The opportunity to acquire a compact, diverse, and accessible rural property are infrequent.
LOCATION
Struthers Farm is located approximately 1.6 miles to the west of Catton with the village of Allendale being Approximately 3.2 miles to the southeast. The major town of Hexham lies approximately 9.4 miles to the northeast.
Catton is a small village surrounded by unspoilt countryside within the Allendale parish in south Northumberland. It is rural but highly accessible with an excellent local community.
Catton benefits from a village pub which serves excellent homemade food whilst in Allendale there are several public houses, primary school which is graded ´Good´ by Ofsted, a first school, a golf course, football club, cricket club, bowling club, tennis courts, a badminton club as well as many other clubs and societies it also has a supermarket, butchers, craft shops and tea rooms.
For the commuter the A69, A1, A1(M) and M6 provide links with the major commercial centres of the North. East and West Coast railway services run from Hexham and Haydon Bridge (6.8 miles to north of the property). Newcastle upon Tyne (with International Airport) can be reached within 40 minutes.
DIRECTIONS
From Hexham and heading south, turn right after the Crown Inn in Catton, drive up the hill for about 1 mile and take the first left signposted "Oldtown", after approximately ¼ of mile take the left had turn (as the roads bends to the right) and follow this road until you reach Struthers Farm, the tarmac drive of which is a right hand turn.
GENERAL REMARKS & STIPULATIONS
Method of Sale
The Property is offered for sale initially by Private Treaty. All interested parties should register their interest with us to be keep informed as to how the sale will be concluded. Please direct expressions of interest to Harry Morshead MRICS.
Services
The farmhouse and steading are supplied via mains electric and mains water. The farmhouse benefits from private drainage.
The land is served by mains water where available and where not by natural supplies.
Basic Payment Scheme
The land is eligible to receive the basic payment. The claim for the current scheme year has been made and the monies received will be retained in full by the vendor.
The buyer(s) will give an undertaking not to breach the scheme rules from the date of completion to the end of the scheme year (31/12/23) and indemnify the claimant if any breaches occur
Environmental Scheme
There are currently no Countryside Stewardship agreements in place on the land or indeed any other subsidy schemes. The nature of the land does suggest that any such schemes would be possible, subject to meeting the associated requirements.
The nature of the farm with its potential in so far as Natural Capital and Biodiversity suggests that schemes be they with Natural England or a third party, could be attractive and depending on preference may provide an income stream worth exploring.
Areas
The areas and measurements stated have been assessed in accordance with OS data and digital mapping. Interested parties should though satisfy themselves in this regard.
Easements, Wayleaves and Third Party Rights
The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, water, drainage, water courses, light and other easements, quasi or reputed easements and rights of adjoining owners (if any) affecting the same and all matters registerable by any competent authority pursuant to statute.
There are public footpaths which cross the property as detailed on the sale plan.
Anti Money Laundering Regulations
The purchaser will be required to provide proof of identification to comply with Money Laundering Regulations in the form of a copy of the Purchasers´ passport, together with a copy of the Purchasers´ driving license or a recent utility bill as proof of residence
Council Tax Band
Struthers Farmhouse is assessed Band E.
EPC Rating
Struthers Farmhouse has an EPC rating of E.
Local Authority
Northumberland County Council. Any enquiries regarding planning or statutory matters should be directed to the Local Authority.
Viewings
Viewings should not be unaccompanied and are by prior appointment only. Arrangements can be made by contacting YoungsRPS, Hexham on 01434 609000 or harry.morshead@youngsrps.com
Particulars Prepared: May 2023
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