7 Bedroom Detached House

A substantial and highly attractive detached Grade II* listed property which has been sympathetically and meticulously refurbished throughout by the current owners to provide the comfort and functionality expected in a modern family home. Positioned within the sought-after Tyne Valley village of Ovingham, the property combines historic character with modern amenities, it is currently operated as a successful high-end serviced accommodation business.

A substantial and highly attractive detached Grade II* listed property which has been sympathetically and meticulously refurbished throughout by the current owners to provide the comfort and functionality expected in a modern family home. Positioned within the sought-after Tyne Valley village of Ovingham, the property combines historic character with modern amenities, it is currently operated as a successful high-end serviced accommodation business.

History
The Old Vicarage was gifted to the Church Commissioners in 1919 by the First Baron of Stamfordham in memory of his son, Captain John Bigg, who was killed during the First World War. Acquired by the present owner’s family in 1982, the property has since been sympathetically refurbished, modernised and carefully enhanced, with great respect shown to its architectural heritage.

Now offered for sale for only the second time in over a century, this remarkable home represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Northumberland’s most historically important private homes.

The Property
This fascinating and beautifully maintained residence extends over three floors and offers substantial, flexible accommodation ideally suited to multi-generational living, with the former North Wing now seamlessly incorporated into the principal dwelling to make a welcoming family home. The property is currently being operated as a very successful high-end serviced accommodation business being ideal for larger family gathering, such as Anniversaries and birthdays, benefitting from generous accommodation, private gardens with excellent outside entertaining space along with a hot-tub and a desirable riverside outlook.

The Ground floor is entered via beautiful timber door into the Entrance Hallway that provides access to the Cloakroom / Utility Room to one side and Downstairs WC on the other side. From the Entrance Hallway you pass into the inner hallway which leads into the Drawing Room, this is the oldest part of the house, dating back to around the 1370’s, this drawing room has a delightful southern view over the garden with a Stone fireplace housing a woodburning stove. The Sitting Room has a beautiful inglenook fireplace with further woodburning stove, from the Sitting Room there are doors out to the front garden along with a south facing window which allow a natural light to flood this room. The former Playroom is currently being used a ground floor bedroom. From the Inner Hallway is the more recently added Conservatory Garden Room which is a bespoke timber framed room with a vaulted ceiling enjoying westerly views over the garden a brilliant room to relax and enjoy a nice glass of wine to watch the sunset.

The old North Wing has been turned into a stunning open-plan modern kitchen dining room with a statement central island along with integrated appliances including full size fridge and freezer, wine cooler, dishwasher and a larger Range Cooker housed in the old cooking range which dates from the 1690’s. This open-plan kitchen dining room is a great entertaining space which a large dining room table located at the far end of this room. To the side is a Sun Room which houses a bespoke bar again this is great entertaining space. There is also a further downstairs WC off the Sun Room.

There is a Staircase up from the kitchen that leads to the former Gym and Cinema Room, these are now used as double bedrooms. There is also a Bathroom with separate bath and shower.

The Central Staircase gently sweeps up from the inner hallway to the First Floor landing and has access to the Master bedroom with an En-Suite Bathroom and three further Double Bedrooms and a bathroom with a separate bath and shower. At the far end of the main landing is a further side staircase that leads to a split-level former Office which provides a secluded area to work away from the main accommodation, this is currently being used as Playroom on the first floor and Bedroom on the second floor.

The main stairs from the first-floor landing leading up the Second Floor provide two further Double Bedrooms with southerly windows looking over the River Tyne. There is a shower room also on the second floor.

External
To the front, South and side Western elevation, the principal gardens are laid out to include a number of very impressive walkways, paths, and terraces, which follow the sun throughout the summer months. The western garden is very impressive and includes a separate raised up dais with protected gazebo to the hot tub above, a summerhouse which is set above a raised terrace, and a seating area to enjoy the garden throughout the year.

The rear is accessed via a sweeping driveway into a private courtyard with a handsome wall providing privacy along the northern boundary of the Old Vicarage, there is ample parking within the courtyard along with a detached garage.

Location
Ovingham is a highly regarded and picturesque village located approximately 11 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne. The village offers a strong sense of community alongside local amenities including The White Swan, village shop, and riverside walks.

There are good first and middle schools at Ovingham, along with the Mowden Hall prep school located 3 miles away.

Mileages
Corbridge – 7.3 miles | Newcastle Train Station – 10.5 miles | The A69 – 2 miles |
Newcastle International Airport – 12.6 miles | Prudhoe Train Station - 200 yards

Services | Mains Electricity, Gas, Water and Drainage

Tenure | Freehold

EPC | Exempt

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.