4 bed detached house for sale

Haven Hill, Craster, Alnwick NE66

Summary

*** Due to High Levels of Interest Best and Finals Deadline is by 09:00 10th September 2024- Similar Properties Urgently Required***

Pattinsons Estate Agency are proud to present to the market this extremely rare detached home with further strip of land to the side, located on the sea front with full panoramic views of the sea at the highly sought after coastal village of Craster. This property would be one of a handful of waterfront properties that have been built in Northumerberland and this ranks as one of the most attractive coastal villages in Britain and attracts many tourists throughout the year. The house is constructed of Whinstone- a very hard dark stone which is quarried locally requires experienced stone masons to work with such materials. This striking dark stone, mixed with contrasting light coloured sandstone quoins have become a unique and signature look of properties in this coastal location.

Also as part of the sale is included a separate plot of land which the current owners bought when the property was sold. This has a separate title and has permission to extend.

The property has been beautifully enlarged and redeveloped to an exceptionally high standard and maximises both the views with large folding sliding doors from the main reception rooms and the master bedroom and open plan living design. Between the garden of the house and the sea is the scenic coastal path.

The accommodation briefly comprises as follows. To the ground floor: Entrance vestibule; cloakroom WC; through lounge; open plan kitchen and dining room; large games room complete with snooker table and utility/boot room. To the first floor: 4 well proportioned double bedrooms, 2 of which are en-suite shower rooms and three is a separate main bathroom. Externally, there is a wrap around garden with 2 beautifully finished terraced areas for outdoor seating one with glass balustrade plus a further strip of land with outbuilding with planning also with the same wonderful panoramic sea views.

The village of Craster, situated on the stunning North Northumberland coast line, is famed for being home of the famous smoked Craster kippers. The village is well-loved and has much to offer with its attractive harbour and local amenities including The Jolly Fisherman gastro pub -less than 50 meters away. A wealth of interesting places to visit are within easy reach including Dunstanburgh Castle, Howick Hall and Arboritorium home to Earl of Grey where the famous 'Earl Grey tea' gets its name and Alnwick Castle and Gardens less than 15 minutes away by car. The magnificent Northumberland coast is home to historical castles including Bamburgh Castle to the North and many glorious beaches/breathtaking views at every turn.

Local schools are Embleton Vincent Edwards First School, Longhoughton Church of England Primary School, Hipsburn Primary School, The Barndale House School and The Duchess's Community High School, in Alnwick.

For the commuter Craster is just off the main Northumberland Coastal road and is also within proximity of the A1 which provides a main route North to Scotland and South to Newcastle and beyond. There is a main line train station Alnmouth just 6 miles away, which has direct trains to London Kings Cross and Edinburgh. Newcastle International Airport is also within easy reach.

The property has been used as a highly successful all year round holiday let but also could be used as a second or main family home. For more information about the rental information can be provided upon request.

Approximate Mileages
Alnwick 7.3 miles | Bamburgh 12.9 miles | Morpeth 26.3 miles | Berwick 31.0 miles | Newcastle International Airport 40.3 miles | Newcastle City Centre 40.7 miles

Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold

Front Of Property

Magnificent Whinstone and light sandstone quoins characterise this stunning detached 4 bedroomed house. The house is located at the centre of the village set just back from the coastal path and benefits from uninterrupted panoramic sea views and is one of a very few properties of its type in Northumberland. There is parking for at least 4 vehicles and there is also a strip of land on the left hand side of the plot looking from the front that has a newly constructed outbuilding with further planning permission to enlarge. The property has a wrap around garden.

Cloakroom WC

Off the entrance vestibule you find the cloakroom WC. Pedestal sink, low level WC, centrally heated radiator half height tiled walls and the floors are fully tiled throughout.

Lounge/Study

This double reception room certainly has the wow factor with being both opened right up to form one large lounge, to its solid hardwood staircase, and its wall to wall floor to ceiling folding sliding doors. A master of space planning the floor coverings are a cozy warm solid oak which run throughout the ground floor reception rooms and yet still retain a separation that gives different areas for people to sit and not be on top of one another if 2 families are staying, for example. Also door ways lead to the kitchen and dining room, which when closed stops the noise from the kitchen travelling up the stairs to those that might be sleeping. The room is warmed by a 2 centrally heated radiators and has an Inglenook fireplace with gas fired stove- a perfect way to warm up after that long days walk...

Kitchen

As with everything else in the house, the kitchen has been beautifully fitted and is incredibly well designed and dual aspect facing the drive and opens through to the dining room which faces the garden and seafront. It is very well equipped, with larder storage units, pull out drawers corner storage solutions, a space for a large american side by side fridge freezer and large family sized range cooker and of course a built- in dishwasher. The kitchen has been fully opened up into the dining room making a large kitchen dining space and works incredibly well. The floor coverings seamlessly continue into the space. From the kitchen you drop down a couple of steps to access the large games room come utility/boot kit room.

Dining Room

This room leads off the kitchen but also has floor to ceiling, and wall to wall bi-fold fully glazed anthracite aluminium doors. You can choose to open the doors up completely and dine al fresco on the level access terrace or if rough seas close the doors and enjoy the setting. There is a good sized double convector centrally heated radiator. A glazed door leads to the sitting room.

Terrace And Patio

The raised and substantial terrace has been beautifully designed and crafted with a frameless glass balustrade on 3 sides with space for dining seating at least 10 and further outdoor seating. Perfect for morning coffee and croissant moments or to enjoy that gin and tonics in the evening... The terrace faces east overlooking the sea and is accessed via 2 sets of folding sliding doors one from both the dining room and sitting room. The flagstone pavings are a sandstone type finish with green and blue tones. Steps lead down to rest of the garden and further garden seating below.

Games Room/ Utility/Boot Room

This large space comes complete with snooker table, darts board etc. But also has a washing machine and tumble dryer, base units with contrasting worktop over and storage cupboard. The room is warmed by a centrally heated radiators and has solid oak flooring throughout.

First Floor Landing

The first floor landing leads to 4 bedrooms and a main bathroom and is fully carpeted throughout.

Bedroom 1

This well proportioned and appointed bedroom is the largest bedroom at the property and has high quality aluminium French doors with a frameless glass Juliette balcony to marvel at the sea view from a cup of tea in bed! The ceiling has wood paneled ceilings, and space for seating along with wardrobe and chest of drawers storage. The layout of the room allows for a king size bed (fitted T & G headboard to wall behind) under the Velux window with bedside tables either side. Leading off the bedroom is the en-suite shower room and has a centrally heated radiator and is fully carpeted.

Master En-Suite Shower Room

The well proportioned shower room is located facing the front of the property and comes fully tiled with a beautiful Italian marble effect large format porcelain tile. There is a quadrant shower enclosure with thermostatically controlled shower over, a back to wall WC and counter top sink with built- in vanity storage under. The room has a Velux window over, a feature purlin beam, a chrome ladder rail and recessed spot lights. The room comes fitted with electric under floor heating and is thermostatically controlled.

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2 is located facing the front of the property, with 2 character windows. The room has been neutrally decorated and tastefully furnished and has space for a double bed, bedside tables, wardrobe/ chest of drawers. Off bedroom 2 is the en-suite shower room. The bedroom has a centrally heated radiator and is carpeted throughout.

Bedroom 2 En-Suite

The en-suite to bedroom 2 has a quadrant shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower over, vanity basin with surface mounted basin and back to wall pan. The bathroom has been tastefully tiled throughout with a vertical mosaic tiled strip in the shower area. The floors are fully tiled and there is a chrome ladder towel radiator

Bedroom 3

Adjacent to bathroom 1 on the first floor is bedroom 3 which has 2 character windows facing the front of the property. The room is neutrally decorated with contrasting headboards and matching soft furnishings. The room has space for twin beds, a wardrobe, chest of drawers and bed side tables. There is a centrally heated radiator and is fully carpeted throughout.

Bedroom 4

This room whilst the smallest of the 4 bedrooms is still of good proportions set within a dormer and has a window with uninterrupted panoramic sea views. The room has been neutrally decorated and has been tastefully furnished. There is space for a double bed, 2 bedside tables, chest of drawers/wardrobe and dressing table. The room is carpeted throughout and has a centrally heated radiator.

Main Bathroom

On the first floor is the main bathroom which has a fitted single ended bath with thermostatically controlled shower over and glass shower door. There is a low level WC and pedestal. And a window with blind incorporated. The walls and floors are fully tiled throughout with a neutral and high quality tile. The room has a heated towel radiator.

Rear Or Property And Garden Seating

The property is situated within a well proportioned plot which is set over 2 levels and each area appreciates the panoramic views of the sea. The area that is mainly laid to lawn and has an area with outdoor rotary airer. At the lower level there is a seating area for table and chairs which is protected by a stone wall from the westerly wind for those breezy days.

Sea View From Lounge

Level thresh to raised terrace

View From Lower Garden Terrace

View to crystal clear waters from lower seating area

Outbuilding With Planning Permission To Enlarge

This recently constructed outbuilding replaced a former dilapidated building and is also located adjacent to the coastal path and the Waters Edge plot and benefits from wonderful sea views. 'Current' planning permission exists for this property to have a sun room added and has its own strip of land which is to the north of Waters edge boundary. The property has been fitted with electrics and water which is fed from Waters Edge, and has been constructed in the traditional Whinstone and completed to a very high standard.