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"**RURAL LOCATION - WOW FACTOR - FORMER GIN GAN**

Longdyke Steading occupies a lovely rural setting just outside of the town of Alnwick, around 3 miles from the town centre and approximately 2 miles from the railway station at Alnmouth. It is surrounded by open countryside in a beautiful unspoilt area. This property provides excellent family accommodation with large reception rooms including the former Gin Gan which retains the original six arched windows and timber beams. The farmhouse style kitchen has an extensive range of oak units with granite worktops and includes an electric Aga with gas module attached. The large dining hall is open plan to the magnificent oak staircase; there is a separate family room, utility room and cloakroom. On the first floor the landing area has double doors opening out to a Juliet balcony enjoying the views across The Aln Valley. The master bedroom has an ensuite wetroom; the guest room also has en suite facilities, and there are three further bedrooms plus family bathroom. The property enjoys underfloor heating (LPG) and is constructed to include high standards of insulation. The south and west facing lawned garden and patio area take full advantage of the sun, and there is a double garage and parking area. Interested purchasers may note that there is Planning Permission for a front porch, further details upon request. The property has been listed as of architectural and/or historical interest, taking note of the original features which remain. This is modern living at its best in a traditional setting.

Solid entrance door opening to:

RECEPTION AREA
Access to all rooms and stairs to first floor.

DINING HALL 16' 3" (4.95m) x 13' 1" (3.99m)
Inset ceiling spotlights. Exposed beams.

SITTING ROOM (front and side facing) 28' 7" (8.71m) x 28' 6" (8.69m)
A spectacular reception room with six original glazed stone arches, three of which open to the outside living space. The Inglenook fire surround is constructed from handmade reclaimed bricks featuring an oak mantle and multi fuel burning stove. The original beams have been restored as a magnificent feature. Oak flooring finished off this impressive room.

KITCHEN/ BREAKFAST ROOM (front facing) 19' 0" (5.79m) x 17' 0" (5.18m)
The heart of the family home. A range of recessed halogen downlights, under pelmet and plinth lighting complement the handcrafted oak units. A Villeroy & Boch double Belfast sink is incorporated into the granite worktops. An electric two oven Aga with integrated module including gas hob and electric grill and oven is set into a traditional Inglenook. A large centre island accommodates the breakfast bar, butchers block, wine rack and integral dishwasher.

FAMILY ROOM (front and side facing) 16' 11" (5.16m) x 14' 2" (4.32m)
A generously sized room ideal for family living with direct access to the dining hall and external door. Chrome T.V. point and sockets.

CLOAKROOM
Wall hung w.c., handcrafted traditional washstand with natural tumbled pewter tiling.

UTILITY ROOM (rear facing)
A light and airy room fitted with wall and base units incorporating 1 ½ bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap. Plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer.

FIRST FLOOR
Oak staircase with vaulted ceiling over incorporating Velux window allowing natural light to come streaming in, leading to a generous landing and further viewing gallery. 17' 8" (5.38m) x 7' 4" (2.24m) plus inner
landing 15' 3" (4.65m) x 8' 2" (2.49m)
Complete with double doors opening to a Juliet balcony and unspoilt views across the Aln and Cheviots.

BEDROOM ONE (front facing) 17' 10" (5.44m) x 17' 0" (5.18m)
A very spacious master bedroom with original exposed timber beams.
EN SUITE
Walk in wetroom with traditional oak washstand, wall hung w.c. and chrome towel rail. Exposed timber beams. Natural tumbled pewter tiling.

BEDROOM TWO (front and side facing) 16' 11" (5.16m) x 11' 3"
(3.43m)
Generously sized double room complete with original exposed beams.
EN SUITE
Another walk-in wetroom as before but with Egyptian fossil natural tiling.

FAMILY BATHROOM
A mixture of travertine and mosaic tile walk-in wetroom with adjustable body jets. Handmade washstand with travertine bowl. Oversized Astracast bath, spiral chrome towel ladder, exposed beams.

BEDROOM THREE (front and side facing) 19' 8" (5.99m) x 13' 10" (4.22m)
With original exposed timber beams.

BEDROOM FOUR (front facing) 14' 7" (4.44m) x 13' 2" (4.01m)
With original exposed timber beams.

BEDROOM FIVE (side facing) 12' 7" (3.84m) x 9' 5" (2.87m)
With original exposed timber beams.

EXTERNALLY
The property enjoys south and west facing aspects with stone patios, riverwashed gravel and lawned gardens.

DOUBLE GARAGE
With power and water supplies.


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