5 bed detached house for sale

Moorcroft, Woolsington, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE13

Set within the highly regarded village of Woolsington, this exceptional five-bedroom detached home blends elegant period character with refined contemporary living. Dating back to the 1930s and known as one of the iconic “Three Sisters” homes, it occupies a commanding position with breathtaking country views.

Moorcroft perfectly blends heritage, elegance and modern luxury. Set within a stunning landscape and finished to an uncompromising standard, this impressive family home offers both space and sophistication in equal measure.

Perfectly positioned on the outskirts of Newcastle city centre, this magnificent home offers the ideal balance of rural tranquillity and urban convenience.

Accommodation in brief:
Ground Floor:
Reception Hall | Kitchen/Dining/Living Room | Sitting Room | Garden Room | Study | Playroom | Gym | WC | Utility Room

First Floor:
Principal Bedroom with Dressing Room & En-Suite Bathroom | Three Further Double Bedrooms - one with an En-Suite Shower Room | Single Bedroom | Family Bathroom

Outside:
Gated Entrance | Driveway Parking | Double Garage | Front Garden & Terrace| Rear Lawn with Terrace | Children’s Play Area

Accommodation:
Ground Floor: Stepping inside, you are welcomed by a striking central entrance hall, featuring stone flooring and a staircase with a bespoke wrought iron balustrade. From here, two elegant front-facing reception rooms are accessed. One is currently used as a children’s playroom, featuring an original fireplace, while the second serves as a generous home office, with dual-aspect windows and a period fireplace.

To the rear of the home lie the principal living spaces. The sitting room has uninterrupted rural views and is thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining, with electric blinds creating a true cinematic experience for the perfect movie night. This area features stone flooring, a remarkable 300-year-old fireplace, originally from a Scottish castle, with a wood-burning stove, and French doors providing convenient access to the front of the property.

The heart of the home is the expansive kitchen, dining and family room. Fitted with a bespoke, hand-painted Mowlem & Co. Kitchen, the space includes high specification Miele integrated appliances, a limited-edition four-oven gas Aga, granite worktops, underfloor heating and a feature inglenook fireplace with a wood-burning stove. Framed by expansive picture windows overlooking the stunning countryside, the informal dining area is perfect for enjoying family meals together or watching the deer in the fields beyond.

The impressive garden room offers dramatic double-height glazing with a vaulted ceiling, a feature fireplace and a unique mezzanine level above, accessed from the principal bedroom. Doors open directly onto the rear terrace and gardens, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living.

The dining room, with underfloor heating and a striking fibre-optic star ceiling, is the ideal setting for formal dining with friends and family. A utility room, home gym and cloakroom complete the ground-floor accommodation.

First Floor:
Upstairs, the generous landing leads to five beautifully appointed bedrooms.

The principal suite is particularly impressive, featuring reclaimed oak flooring, electric blinds, a walk-in dressing room with bespoke fitted storage, and sliding doors opening onto a balcony with panoramic views. The en-suite bathroom is exquisitely finished, with a freestanding copper bath, premium fittings and a luxury walk-in shower.

The second bedroom benefits from its own stylish en-suite shower room, whilst two further bedrooms are well-proportioned and offer useful eaves storage. The fifth bedroom is currently used as a dressing room.

The family bathroom is a true showpiece. Designed as a spa-like sanctuary, it features designer sanitaryware, bespoke Italian marble, underfloor heating and a walk-in rain shower. Imagine relaxing in this striking, expansive circular bath, admiring the stunning landscape beyond through the full-height picture windows.

Outside:
Externally, Moorcroft is accessed via secure electronic sliding gates with a video entry system. The sweeping driveway leads to off-street parking and a double garage sits neatly to the side, complementing the home’s impressive frontage.

The beautifully landscaped grounds extend to almost half an acre. The south-west facing, secluded front garden includes walled boundaries, mature planting, a cobbled dining area and a raised York stone terrace, ideal for entertaining.

To the rear, the garden is mainly laid to lawn and enjoys uninterrupted, panoramic, country views. There are multiple patio seating areas, a secure forest-style children’s play area with firepit seating area and a raised decked dining space, perfect for alfresco living in the summer months.

Area:
Woolsington offers a perfect blend of country tranquillity and urban convenience, located just three miles from the desirable town of Ponteland with superb schools and a very good range of local amenities. The vibrant city of Newcastle is situated only five miles away and is renowned for its excellent schools and diverse culture. The city benefits from a wide variety of shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as beautiful parks and green spaces. Additionally, Newcastle is home to several sports clubs, including golf courses, tennis clubs and a variety of fitness centres, catering to an active lifestyle. With excellent transport links and proximity to the city centre, it is an ideal location for families and professionals alike.

Distances Newcastle City Centre – 5.5 miles | Ponteland 2.7 miles
Nearest Stations Newcastle Central Station – 5.7 miles
Nearest Airport Newcastle International Airport – 1.5 miles

Services
Mains Water Supply | Mains Electricity | Mains Drainage | Gas Central Heating
These services have not been tested and no warranty is given by the agents.

Tenure Freehold
Local Authority Newcastle City Council
Council Tax Band: G
EPC Rating D
Broadband: Full Fibre Broadband available. Download speed 1000 Mbps. Upload speed up to 100 Mbps.

Viewing Arrangements: Via the vendors’ agent:
Sarah Tuer - Fine & Country Newcastle and Northumberland
The Estate Office, Rock, Alnwick, NE66 3SB

Agent’s Notes to Purchaser:
Although we endeavour to furnish precise information, it is strongly recommended that buyers undertake their own thorough due diligence. The onus for verifying critical details, including but not limited to floods, easements, covenants and other property-related aspects, lies with the buyer. Our listing information is presented to the best of our knowledge and should not be the sole basis for making purchasing decisions. None of the services, systems, or appliances listed in the details have been tested by us and we do not assure their operating ability or efficiency. Buyers are encouraged to independently assess and verify all relevant information before making any commitments.

EPC Rating: D