* Freehold
* Beautiful Grade II Listed Property
* Substantial East Wing
* Expansive & Versatile Accommodation
* Wealth of Historic Interest
* Lovely Mature Gardens
* Double Garage & Parking
* Rural Yet Accessible Location
Accommodation in Brief
Ground Floor
Entrance Vestibule | Hall | Sitting Room | Drawing Room | Family Room |
Garden/Dining Room | Kitchen | Utility Room | WC
First Floor
Gym/Games Room | Principal Bedroom Suite with Shower Room & Dressing Room |
Bedroom with Jack & Jill Bathroom | Bedroom with En - suite Shower Room | Fourth
Bedroom
Second Floor
Fifth & Sixth Bedrooms with Jack & Jill Shower Room | Seventh Bedroom | Study
Externally
Integral Double Garage | Driveway & Parking | Extensive Gardens | Patio
Terrace
The Property
Eastwood is a substantial Grade II Listed wing of a country house which offers
extensive accommodation and sits in a private and convenient position. The
property forms an impressive wing of Grade II Listed Urpeth Hall, a grand
period property with a wealth of historic interest. The original hall dates
back to the mid - 18th century, with significant additions and extensions dating
from around 1890. During the Second World War, Urpeth Hall was used as a
searchlight station operated by the us Skylighters battalion, which saved
countless Allied planes, and for a time the hall also served as a prisoner of
war camp. Today, Urpeth Hall has been divided and Eastwood is the magnificent
east wing, boasting original features and great character. Generous gardens
offer private and peaceful outdoor space, and glorious countryside surrounds
the property, with easy access to all local and regional centres.
Eastwood boasts impressive reception rooms that offer wonderful space and
flexibility for all occasions. These rooms feature elegant, tasteful décor
that brings a period feel blended with high quality modern finishes. The
sitting room is filled with light from three windows that overlook the
gardens, with an open flow to the lovely drawing room. The family room is the
third generously proportioned reception room. For more formal entertaining,
the garden/dining room is unique and beautiful, with a gorgeous curved bay and
large internal windows flanking a glazed door to the kitchen. The kitchen has
a country house atmosphere with a fine range of bespoke cabinetry, central
island and a grand aga nestled within an inglenook. The kitchen is served by a
spacious utility room with fabulous coloured glass windows and an adjoining
WC. The utility room also connects to the integral double garage.
The first floor is home to the expansive gym/games room that could also lend
itself to a host of other uses. The current configuration has a pool table and
lots of space for a comfortable sitting area. The principal bedroom sits above
the garden/dining room and as such also has an attractive curved bay. This
impressive suite also incorporates a well - appointed shower room and a
substantial dressing room with fitted storage. There are three further
bedrooms on the first floor; one is Jack & Jill to the superb fully tiled
bathroom, and another has an en - suite shower room.
Moving to the second floor reveals a magnificent glazed ceiling above the
staircase and landing, with coloured glass tinting the light as it streams
through. The quality found throughout Eastwood continues into three more
bedrooms, with two linked by a Jack & Jill shower room. A large, quiet study
is the perfect place to work from home.
Externally
Eastwood is approached via an imposing gated entrance to the driveway with
ample parking space and access to the integral double garage. The property has
extensive and well - maintained private gardens that extend to around 0. 4 acres.
The mature gardens include well - maintained lawns surrounded by established
trees and hedging and there is a woodland area tucked away. A patio terrace
runs across the front of the property to overlook the gardens with space for
al fresco dining and entertaining.
Within the gardens is a remarkable Grade II Listed ice house. Built in the
early part of the 19th century by Calverley Bewicke, a member of a Newcastle
family of merchants and mp for Winchelsea from 1806 – 1816, the ice house,
resting beneath an artificial mound, is a reminder of his success and
influence.
Local Information
High Urpeth is a peaceful and desirable rural hamlet with excellent access to
regional centres and the A1(M) providing onward links for travel north and
south. There are lovely rural surroundings for the outdoor enthusiast. High
Urpeth sits to the east of Beamish which is renowned for its famous museum and
many other attractions are within easy reach including magnificent Durham
Cathedral, the Northumberland Coast and the vibrant city life of Newcastle. A
short drive to the east leads to the A1 (M) and onward access, while to the
west is the beautiful Derwent Valley and Durham Dales.
There is a full range of shops, educational and commercial facilities in
nearby Chester - le - Street and Stanley, while Newcastle and historic Durham City
offer a comprehensive selection of cultural, educational, professional,
recreational and shopping facilities. For the commuter, the A1 provides good
access to Newcastle City Centre and Airport. Mainline rail stations are at
Durham, Chester - le - Street and Newcastle with regular services to London and
Edinburgh.
Approximate Mileages
A1 Junction 63 (Chester - le - Street) 3. 5 miles | A1 Junction 67 (Team Valley)
3. 9 miles | Gateshead City Centre 7. 3 miles | Newcastle City Centre 8. 5 miles
| Durham 9. 0 miles | Newcastle International Airport 15. 0 miles
Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil - fired central heating.
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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