SYLVIA and Neville Bearpark’s stunning Georgian farmhouse has provided the perfect environment in which to raise their four children. The couple bought North Grange Farm in Ponteland 15 years ago after falling in love with its rich 200-year history and idyllic location. Just 15 minutes commute to Newcastle city centre and 15 minutes walk into the countryside, the property offers the very best of both worlds.
Sylvia, 50, said: “It was the character of the house that initially enticed us to buy the property. Pretty much everything needed refurbishing when we bought it. However, it gave us the opportunity to put our own personal stamp on the house.” With five bedrooms, North Grange Farm has provided more than enough space for the couple and their children Adam, 25, Peter, 22, Richard, 19 and Alice, 15, and the family’s dog Cocoa. The property has been sympathetically updated and includes a reception hall with cloakroom, dining room with solid-fuel Rayburn, lounge with contemporary Jotul wood-burning stove and conservatory. There is a sitting room with fireplace, study with beamed ceiling, separate WC, family room and recently fitted breakfasting kitchen. Running her glass artistry business from the house, Sylvia needed a property that was versatile enough to cater for both her business and family needs. She said: “North Grange Farm ticked all the boxes. It’s a lovely family home, but also provides space for those who wish to work from home.” On the first floor there is a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, four further bedrooms and bathroom with modern suite. There is a gravelled driveway at the front of the property, as well as a south-facing rear garden with patio, two garden sheds and summerhouse. Despite the family’s genuine love for the house, the Bearparks are seeking to relocate to Newcastle. “Neville works in Newcastle and Alice goes to school there, so it seems sensible to relocate. It’s time for a change and I’m looking forward to putting our stamp on a new home.” North Grange Farm is for sale through Rook Matthews Sayer at offers in the region of £675,000, tel: 01661 860 228. | 
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