IF you’re seeking privacy, The White House in Northumberland has a great deal more than its American namesake. This stunning country home, which is set within eight acres, is in a sought-after location in Todstead, Longframlington. Owners Kenneth and Joyce Sumner have lived in the property for more than 28 years and are now downsizing.
Jonathon Keenan, a valuer with selling agents George F White in Alnwick says the property is a real rarity to the market and should appeal to new owners who want a substantial property with land that they can make their own. “It does require some updating but it is mainly cosmetic,” he said. “It’s a very, very private home with 1.8 acres of gardens and 6.4 acres of pasture land, some of which is rented to a local sheep farmer. It has a pony paddock where the owners used to keep horses and a vegetable garden. “The gardens run down to a tree-lined border where there’s a B-road, but you wouldn’t know it was there. There’s also a summerhouse and patio areas. It’s a lovely house in an idyllic setting with commanding views over the Coquet valley.” |