Kirkheaton

Set in the heart of the Northumberland countryside, Toft Hall is a beautifully extended and highly versatile stone-built period farmhouse, offering over 4,800sqft of accommodation and an exceptional combination of architectural presence, privacy and modern energy efficiency. Sensitively refurbished and thoughtfully reconfigured, the house successfully marries the character of the original 19th-century farmhouse with contemporary design and functionality.

The original farmhouse retains considerable charm and warmth, with a comfortable snug featuring an open fire, alongside a versatile study or home office. The kitchen/breakfast room is well equipped for modern living and is complemented by a separate preparation kitchen, making the layout particularly well suited to entertaining and larger gatherings.

The converted barn wing adds further flexibility, incorporating a generous sitting room which doubles as a family as a cinema room and opens directly onto a south-facing terrace and gardens beyond. In addition, a large studio space with kitchen facilities and a wet room offers excellent potential for use as an annexe, guest accommodation, home office or creative workspace.

At the centre of the home is a striking vaulted dining hall, created within an architect-designed glazed link that connects the original house to a former stone barn. Flooded with natural light from full-height glazing and rooflights, this impressive space provides a dramatic yet welcoming focal point, ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining on a grander scale.

Bedroom accommodation to the first floor is equally well balanced. The principal suite enjoys open countryside views and is complemented by dressing areas and a well-appointed his and hers en suite with a double shower enclosure. The remaining bedrooms are generously proportioned and thoughtfully arranged, providing comfortable accommodation for family members and guests alike, supported by high-quality bath and shower rooms throughout the house.

Sustainability and efficiency is a notable feature of Toft Hall. Heating and hot water are provided by a biomass boiler, supported by the Renewable Heat Incentive until 2034, effectively covering the heating costs for both the main house and the cottage. Solar panels generate electricity and an additional income, while ultra-fast fibre broadband (FTTP) and a newly installed private drainage system (2025) further enhance the property’s modern credentials.

In addition to the main house, there is a detached one-bedroom stone cottage, currently operated as a successful holiday let, offering an established income stream. Alternatively it has potential for independent accommodation for a relative or guests.

This property has 4.39 acres of land.