* Freehold
* Stunning New Build
* Exclusive Development
* Outstanding Build Quality
* Contemporary Living Spaces
* High Calibre Fixtures & Fittings
* Driveway Parking & Gardens
* Welcoming Market Town Location
* Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Accommodation in Brief
Vestibule | Entrance Hall | Open Plan Sitting Room/Kitchen/Dining
Room/Orangery | Utility Room | WC | Principal Bedroom with En - suite Shower
Room | Two Further Double Bedrooms | Family Bathroom
Driveway Parking | Gardens
The Property
13 Forest Drive is a fantastic new build property offering three bedrooms,
driveway parking and generous private gardens, tucked away on the outskirts of
a desirable Cumbrian market town. The property has been designed with a truly
exceptional degree of care and attention to detail to create a unique home
filled with bespoke touches. Built by highly skilled local craftsmen using the
finest materials throughout, the construction uses a combination of stone and
light rendered walls along with natural slate roofs to create an attractive
home that blend with the local environment. The internal specification is
outstanding, with quality fixtures and fittings in the kitchen and bathrooms.
Light open plan living and entertaining spaces are designed to meet with
modern requirements for luxury and flexibility. There is a full wired data
network installed for the ultimate in connectivity. The stunning finish is an
outstanding reflection on every aspect of the work and the local tradesmen
involved.
The front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall and a spectacular open
plan sitting room, kitchen and dining room which flows into a beautiful
orangery. The sitting room features a cosy logburner and the kitchen is served
by a utility room with separate WC. The sitting room and orangery both have
French doors out to the garden. The ground floor rooms have individually zoned
underfloor heating which can be controlled via smart phone, bringing real
luxury.
There are three bedrooms arranged across the first floor, the principal with
en - suite shower room and the others served by a family bathroom with separate
shower.
Externally there are private gardens laid to lawn along with a patio accessed
from the orangery and there is ample gravel driveway parking.
The Development
Forest Drive is a superb exclusive development offering stunning new executive
properties designed for luxurious modern day living. This development of
thirteen detached properties is nestled on the edge of a peaceful Cumbrian
market town, benefitting from the glorious surroundings of the North Pennines
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Alston is a wonderfully friendly,
community minded town that offers a warm welcome to residents and visitors
alike. Beautiful St. Augustine's Church sits at the heart of the town and
plays a great part in the community, offering a hub for social activities and
organising a variety of events.
Forest Drive provides the option to secure two, three and four bedroom homes
that have been thoughtfully created and finished to meet the needs and desires
of modern lifestyles. Each new home will benefit from parking (the majority
will have a double garage) and private gardens.
Local Information
The market town of Alston lies in north east Cumbria, close to the
Northumbrian border, standing around 1, 000ft above sea level and claims to be
the highest market town in England. It is a quaint town with cobbled high
street and unusual shops and galleries and surrounded by miles of un - spoilt
countryside, perfect for walking without the crowds of the nearby Lake
District. The beautiful surrounding area is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast
with walking, cycling and nature on the doorstep; the C2C cycle route and the
Pennine Way both run through the town and Alston Moor has a golf club. Other
popular local sports include fishing and shooting and Alston is also the
starting point for South Tynedale Railway, England’s highest narrow gauge
railway.
Alston offers excellent local amenities with a selection of independent shops,
supermarkets, galleries, public houses and restaurants, along cobbled streets
and amidst glorious surrounding unspoiled countryside. St. Augustine’s Church
is a friendly community church with regular services, exhibitions and social
events. The town provides a range of professional services. For more
comprehensive facilities, Carlisle, Penrith and Hexham are extremely
accessible and provide excellent shopping, entertainment and leisure
facilities including cinema, theatre and hospitals.
For schooling there are primary schools in Alston and Nenthead, while senior
schooling is offered at Samuel King’s School in Alston. Hunter Hall School in
Penrith is an independent school for 3 to 11 year olds, whilst Austin Friars
School in Carlisle offers independent day education for Pre - School, Junior
School and Senior School. In addition, Mowden Hall Prep school is located
outside of Corbridge, together with several private day schools in Newcastle.
For the commuter, the M6 motorway can be joined at Penrith or Carlisle and
provides access north and south to regional centres. Rail stations at Hexham,
Penrith and Carlisle provide main line services to major UK cities, with
Hexham providing regular cross - country services to Newcastle. Newcastle
International Airport is also very accessible.
The city of Carlisle, adjacent to the M6 Motorway and on the West Coast Rail
Line, is located approximately 28 miles to the North West. The city is
regarded as the principal shopping location for the county as well as the
administrative centre.
Approximate Mileages
Penrith 19. 2 miles | Hexham 21. 8 miles| Carlisle 27. 5 miles | Newcastle
International Airport 41. 9 miles | Newcastle City Centre 44. 2 miles
Services
Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. Zoned underfloor heating to ground
floor. Data network installed.
Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and
rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.
Agents Note to Purchasers
We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not
to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not
constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and
floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and
appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee
is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some
information may be awaiting vendor approval.
Submitting an Offer
Please note that all offers will require financial verification including
mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available
cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the
chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of
identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and
solicitors can be instructed.

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