Property Reference: 2946022.
A charming, unfurnished two-bedroom, single-storey stone-built cottage, idyllically situated in the heart of rural Northumberland, just a short distance from the highly sought-after village of Matfen. Retaining a number of attractive traditional features, the cottage offers comfortable and practical accommodation, including a welcoming living room with inglenook fireplace and multi-fuel stove, a kitchen/diner and two double bedrooms. The property benefits from oil-fired central heating, a well-kept garden, private parking for up to three vehicles and lovely views across the surrounding countryside. Although enjoying a peaceful rural setting, the cottage is conveniently located just a mile from the Military Road, providing excellent road links to Newcastle upon Tyne, Hexham and Corbridge.
Accommodation
A timber front door with glazed panels opens into a lovely light and airy entrance lobby. The south-facing aspect allows natural light to flow through the front of the cottage, creating a particularly bright and welcoming feel to the entrance, living room, kitchen/diner and Bedroom One.
Living Room
A welcoming reception room decorated in light, neutral tones, featuring a characterful chimney breast and inglenook fireplace with multi-fuel stove set on a stone hearth. Period-style timber sash windows and classic wood-panelled doors add to the cottage’s traditional character.
Kitchen/Diner
A modern Shaker-style kitchen fitted with a good range of units, electric oven and hob, extractor fan, tiled splashbacks and practical vinyl flooring.
Boot Room
A useful boot room providing additional storage and a practical space for muddy boots and outdoor clothing — particularly suited to rural Northumberland living. The oil boiler is housed within the room.
Bedroom One
A generous double bedroom benefiting from the south-facing aspect, plenty of natural light and views across the surrounding countryside.
Bedroom Two
A further well proportioned and light filled double bedroom.
Bathroom
A modern white bathroom suite comprising a bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC.
ExternalThe cottage enjoys a large enclosed lawned garden with a lovely outdoor seating area, providing an ideal space to relax and enjoy the peaceful rural surroundings. There is also a useful storage shed and ample private parking to the front of the property.
Council Tax: C
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC): Rating C
Utilities: Mains water on a meter and sewerage treatment plant
Tenancy: Available on an Assured Periodic Tenancy
Deposit: £1096 payable at the start of the tenancy, held by the Deposit Protection Service
Rent: £950 pcm payable monthly in advance
Holding Fee: £219 (equivalent to one week’s rent) payable at the start of the application, offset against the first month’s rent
Outgoings: Tenant responsible for all outgoings, including Council Tax
Summary & Exclusions:
- Rent Amount: £950.00 per month (£219.23 per week)
- Deposit / Bond: £1,096.15
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Property comes unfurnished
- Available to move in from 18 October 2026
- Maximum number of tenants is 3
- No Students
- No Smokers
- Bills not included
- Property has parking
- Property has garden access
- Property has fireplace
- EPC Rating: C
If calling, please quote reference: 2946022
Fees:
You will not be charged any admin fees.
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