Detached House for sale with 4 bedrooms, Rothley Lake View Lodge, Longwitton

Step into a world of stunning natural beauty and tranquillity with this magnificent stone-built family home nestled in the heart of Northumberland. Fine & Country Northumberland are delighted to introduce Rothley Lake View Lodge, which boasts uninterrupted views of the picturesque Rothley Lake and beyond, making it the perfect haven for those seeking to escape to the countryside.

This very attractive, stone-built family home has been thoughtfully redesigned and extended to a very high standard and enjoys spacious accommodation, with beautiful light-filled rooms. Situated in a magnificent country location, the layout of this stunning property has been designed specifically to make the most of its wonderful environment. A delightful garden room leads out to the terrace which is perfect for entertaining family and friends and to enjoy the spectacular views over the lake and to observe the wildlife around you.

Rothley Lake itself is steeped in history and is one of a series of lakes at Rothley designed in the late 1700s by Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown as part of Sir Walter Blackett’s pleasure ground, along with a folly castle, a fort and a deer park. Today the site is a haven for wildlife, including otter, badger, red squirrel, white clawed crayfish and a wide range of birdlife. All this can be enjoyed at this very special location.

Rothley Lake View Lodge is situated on the edge of Northumberland’s National Dark Sky Park, providing unparalleled views of the night sky. Here on a clear night, you can see thousands of stars, the Milky Way and even the Andromeda Galaxy (2.5 million light years away), with the naked eye. Every night there is something special to experience.

With all these incredible features, Rothley Lake View Lodge is truly a very special location that must be experienced to be fully appreciated.

Approaching the property through double iron gates, you will be immediately struck by the stunning gardens and a sense of tranquillity. There is ample parking on the driveway for several vehicles, as well as access to the large, integral double garage.

Entering through a welcoming reception hall the generous accommodation is arranged over one level. The accommodation in brief is as follows:

Well-equipped bespoke Kitchen/Dining room | Utility Room | Spacious Sitting Room | Bright and sunny Garden Room | Principal Bedroom Suite, with Dressing Room and En-suite Shower Room | Two further Spacious Bedrooms | Fourth Bedroom or Study | Family Bathroom | WC

Accommodation:
From the welcoming reception hall, one enters the very spacious kitchen/dining room. This well-equipped bespoke kitchen has the benefit of an Aga and granite worktops. There is ample space for a large dining table making it perfect for get-togethers with family and friends. There is a large utility area which connects through to the garage. The light and airy sitting room has a feature fireplace with a wood burning stove., perfect for snuggling up with a good book on a chilly night. This delightful room flows seamlessly through to a very impressive triple aspect garden room where one can enjoy the breathtaking views all year round. Bi-fold doors open out to a wonderful terrace which is the perfect setting for entertaining and alfresco dining, looking over the gardens, lake and beyond.

A bedroom wing offers four lovely bedrooms. The principal bedroom has its own dressing room and beautiful en-suite shower room. French doors lead out from this delightful room to the garden. There are two further spacious double bedrooms and a fourth bedroom or study. The luxurious family bathroom is fitted with a bath and shower.

External:
The external features of Rothley Lake View Lodge are equally impressive, spanning over two acres of meticulously maintained gardens and grounds.The current owners have put so much love and care into creating such a wonderful outdoor space, which includes exceptionally planted shrubberies, lawns, a vegetable garden with raised beds and a greenhouse, a quarry garden. Enjoy the inter-connecting garden ponds with tranquil waterfalls and a delightful footbridge over. Strategically placed seats are cleverly dotted around the gardens to be able to sit and enjoy the surroundings.

Step out onto the paved patio or raised decking areas, perfect for entertaining and al-fresco dining, or for simply enjoying the incredible views. Across from the house, on the edge of the woodland, sits a pretty summer house, complete with a rear hide window, from where one can watch the wildlife, including deer, foxes, red squirrels, badgers and so many types of birds. The enchanted woodland features a woodland play area, complete with a thrilling zipwire – a delight for children and adult kids too!

Location:
Rothley Lake View House is situated in stunning countryside, within the scattered hamlet of Longwitton, approximately 5 miles from the Northumberland National Park. The local area has many pretty Northumbrian villages, with local pubs and a very friendly community. Local facilities can be found at Scots Gap (2.5miles) with a country store and doctors’ surgery and the local primary school at Cambo (4 miles).

Area:
The pretty market towns of Rothbury (8 miles) and Morpeth (12 miles) offer a wide range of amenities, including excellent shopping and leisure facilities, an extensive range of restaurants and cafes, as well as excellent primary and middle schools, with the high school in Morpeth. Golfing facilities are at Burgham Park Golf Club and Linden Hall Golf and Country Club. The City of Newcastle and the Airport can be reached in approximately 35 minutes. Step out into the countryside for fantastic walks into the Northumberland National Park to explore the wonderful countryside and experience the natural beauty of the area. The stunning Northumberland coast can be reached within 30 minutes.

Services:
Spring fed water supply (fitted with full filtration system) | Mains electricity | Water Treatment Plant | Oil fired central heating.
These services have not been tested and no warranty is given by the agents.

Tenure: Freehold

Local Authority: Northumberland County Council Band F

EPC Rating: E

Viewing Arrangements: Via the vendors’ agent:
Sarah Tuer - Fine & Country Northumberland
Please Quote Ref: STA