Bondgate Without, Alnwick

We are delighted to welcome to the market this fabulous 3 bedroomed stone mid-terraced property brimming with character and charm located in the centre of the market town of Alnwick. The property, currently an extremely successful holiday let, is the perfect base from which to visit the many local attractions or would be ideal as a second home or main home. Beautifully presented from the point of entry onwards, the property benefits from uPVC windows, a secluded courtyard, parking to the front, gas central heating and all the other usual mains connections.

Alnwick, with its cobbled streets and beautiful old buildings, has recently had the honour of being voted one of the best places to live in the UK. Alnwick is a town brimming with history and culture, from the tranquillity of Barter Books to the splendour of the Alnwick Castle and gardens. The town benefits from excellent transport links with frequent buses between Berwick, Morpeth and Newcastle and is a short drive to Alnmouth train station and, as it is situated just moments from the A1, it is perfect for those needing to commute. There is an excellent selection of local food retailers, delis, bakeries and butchers as well as larger chain supermarkets. The town centre also has excellent amenities including several banks, GP surgeries, dental practices and a fabulous leisure centre to name but a few.

Entry is via a door into an entrance porch furnished with quarry tiles, with further keypad entry to the main accommodation. The internal hallway, showcasing original quarry tiles, welcomes you with stairs leading to the first floor and doors leading off.

The first main door opens to a beautiful lounge with a wooden sash window overlooking the front of the property. The floor to ceiling inglenook fireplace, with a wood burner, is an exquisite feature. The height of ceiling, attractive cornicing, ceiling rose and engineered oak flooring adds to the grandeur of this gorgeous room. Built-in cupboards present excellent storage.

The kitchen-diner offers a good number of wall and base units complemented by a wood-effect work surface with brick-style splashback tiling. There is a single bowl stainless-steel sink, plumbing and space for a full-size free-standing dishwasher, an under bench electric oven, a four-burner induction hob with a designer looking white extractor fan above, and space for a fridge freezer. Natural light enters via a uPVC window which captures the pretty rear courtyard, creating an oasis of calm. Additional lighting is by way of ceiling spotlights and a central light. There is an area of exposed stone and wooden lintels adding to the character and charm of the room which has been finished stylishly with vinyl flooring. There is plenty of space for a dining table and accompanying chairs. The large utility room is accessed from the hallway, and with anti-slip flooring it is a superb asset to the property. The Baxi gas boiler is housed here for ease of access. There is plumbing and space for a washing machine and further bench space and cupboards. A uPVC door provides external access to the courtyard and a window increases the amount of natural light entering.

The ground floor WC, with wood-effect vinyl flooring, comprises a corner wall-hung hand basin with a splashback tile and a close-coupled WC with a push button above.

Adjacent is a cupboard beneath the stairs which offers excellent storage, in addition to being the ideal place for a holiday let lockable cleaning cupboard.

Taking the original staircase, with attractive handrail, to the first floor, the staircase turns back on itself and the landing opens to 3 bedrooms, a shower room and a separate WC.

The primary bedroom, with a uPVC sash window adorned with shutters overlooking the front, is a good-sized double. Radiating charm throughout its coving, large stripped wood floorboards and floor to ceiling exposed brick fireplace with tiling, this room is wonderfully relaxing. The addition of the window seat is enchanting.

Bedroom 2, with a semi-vaulted ceiling and Velux window allowing for natural light, is another double room filled with character. Showcasing a mix of original and replaced floorboards, this room exudes warmth and comfort.

Bedroom 3, with a uPVC sash window with shutters overlooking the front, is a single room. The nook for hanging clothing is quaint and the stripped wood floorboards and curved wall appeal. There is a small loft access above.

The shower room, with wood-effect vinyl flooring and neutral tiling, comprises a double-sized shower cubicle with a sliding door, a wall-hung hand basin with white splash back tiling, an electric chrome heated towel rail and an extractor fan. A window to the rear allows for natural light. Separate to the shower room is the WC. Decorated in Wedgewood-blue and with ceiling spotlights and a window to the rear, the space offers a white close-coupled WC, a wall-hung hand basin with a white splashback tile and a radiator.

Externally, the rear courtyard is a glorious space which has been fully paved with stone slabs which work in harmony with the sizeable stone walls. Mature fern-based planting creates a soft dynamic within this lovely seating area, making the perfect private place to enjoy alfresco dining or relaxing with a glass of wine or cup of coffee.

Tenure: Freehold
Councill Tax: Currently on business rates
EPC: 91 D commercial EPC

Important Note:
These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set out as a general guideline and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. Please note that we have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services including central heating and so cannot verify they are in working order or fit for their purpose. All measurements are approximate and for guidance only. If there is any point that is of particular importance to you, please contact us and we will try and clarify the position for you.
Tenure: Freehold
Councill Tax: Currently on business rates
EPC: To be confirmed