Location, Location 

Location is vital in creating a desirable home. Coastal or country, village or town, rural or urban, the choice in the culturally diverse region of Northumberland which just also happens to be the least densely populated county in England can indeed be both daunting and confusing. 

Once you have chosen the perfect location it is important a property is constructed which enhances the environment in which it is set. 

Natural random stone, timber sash style windows, aged slate roofing, cast iron style guttering to the exterior and exposed beams, stone feature fireplaces and hand crafted oak kitchen complete with AGA to the interior are almost a prerequisite to creating that picture perfect country style home. 

The aim must always be to take a new build and then make it look and feel as if it has been part of the landscape for years. Engineer charm and character into your home through a thoughtful build process and careful attention to detail. Character can be gained by mixing the new and with the old, search through reclamation yards for antique chimney pots, timber beams and handmade bricks, you’ll know that special must have piece when you see it, be warned enthusiasm usually costs. Woodside Reclamation in Berwick is a good place to go for a good rummage through cast iron stoves, old floor boards, antique baths and old stone. Its great fun and totally addictive. 

If you’re using new stone have it aged by tooling and blasting, use natural stone heads and cills they will age together with the stone used in the build and will look the part for years to come. 

Be careful not to go over the top and create a Hansel and Gretel country theme house, it’s a balancing act and a real job to get it just right. 

This balance is no better illustrated than in the latest Stone Homes creation, The Stonemasons set within the typically picturesque Northumbrian village of Netherwitton. The Stonemasons is a luxury detached home standing within private woodland bounded by stone walling and timber fencing extending to approximately 0.7 acres which backs onto the River Font forming the boundary of the property with the historic Netherwitton Hall. 

It is this location which makes The Stonemasons such an exceptional opportunity to own such an outstanding country residence in the midst of the Northumbrian countryside, yet close to main transport links which is becoming ever more difficult to find. 

The Stonemasons stands on the northerly edge of the village, which offers an ideal base for those who enjoy all that Northumberland’s National parks has to offer, from abundant wildlife to simple relaxation within the vast open countryside on your immediate door step. 

At approximately 3800 sq.ft of internal floor area, excluding the double garage, there is ample living space, all of which is thoughtfully set out for a convenient lifestyle. 

The Stonemasons is now available and priced at £750,000.00. Viewing by appointment only on 01670 783320. 

Stone Homes is a family run development company which has evolved through the enthusiastic desire of the founders Jo and Dale Robinson, to establish themselves amongst the North East’s premier bespoke builders, specialising in high quality individual homes for the discerning buyer. 

Stone Homes are currently building in Netherwitton and Mouldshaugh Farm, Felton. 

www.stonehomes.co.uk 

Woodside Reclamation www.woodsidereclamation.co.uk 

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