Bolbec Chase

The story of Bolbec Chase begins in the 19th century when it was constructed as a stable block with associated accommodation for Gallowhill Hall. Having already undergone a complete renovation at the turn of this century, a further round of significant updating and improving was recently completed (early 2022) by the current owner to provide an extraordinarily fine house. With echoes of its equestrian past blended meticulously and in fine balance with tasteful modernity, this is an exceptional contemporary family home, not only well located but specifically well positioned at the head of its circa 9.5 acres.

The accommodation is extensive and yet, like all good family homes, flows perfectly to ensure that the space is enjoyed as much by a busy family as it is with a house full of guests. The formal drawing room is a relaxing space with a central wood burner under a glass pyramid and a wooded view to the rear. The dining room has dual aspects with views out over the gardens and for everyday casual living, the spacious open plan kitchen and family room is the ideal space for snatched family meals or catching up with friends. Hand painted wooden cabinets sit above and below contrasting granite worktops and a central island creates space for preparation and conversation. Other reception rooms include a
large entertainment room, big enough for the young ones to have film nights with friends. A snooker room and adjoining cocktail bar for the older ones have the atmosphere of a luxurious city bar and makes for the perfect venue to end the day. The study is perfectly placed to the front of the house so as to be able to see the comings and goings and view the extent of the south boundary and beyond.

For utmost convenience and zoning flexibility, the bedroom accommodation can be accessed via two staircases. The elegant main staircase rises from the bright and welcoming reception hallway and arrives at the upper landing. The principal bedroom suite with dressing area and luxurious en-suite has a feature walk-in bay window with Juliette balcony to the front. Bedrooms four and five are accessed at this side of the house and both have beautiful en-suite bathrooms. Also here is bedroom three which boasts a spacious en-suite bathroom with arrow slit windows and a dressing area with an additional separate dressing room atop a spiral staircase. Bedroom two is accessed via the second staircase to the west of the house and is therefore a perfect guest suite with the benefit of a spacious en-suite and dressing room. Each of the five bedrooms has its own characterful charm and individual design.

The Lodge
A separate three bedroom lodge, perfect for guests, live-in relatives or as an income generating rental, is perfectly self-contained with beautifully arranged accommodation including a bright sitting room and adjoining library/study, a breakfasting kitchen and a dining room with feature fireplace. The principal bedroom has a separate dressing room and an en-suite bathroom and there are two further good sized bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Bolbec Chase enjoys good accessibility and is within striking distance of local villages such as Belsay and Whalton. Morpeth and Ponteland are nearby and offer an excellent range of schools, leisure and shopping facilities, together with superb transport links. Newcastle upon Tyne, 18 miles, is also easily reached along the nearby A696, offering a wide range of leisure and cultural facilities, as well as an International airport (12 miles) and main line rail links to Edinburgh and London’s King Cross.

Bolbec Chase is accessed through a private electric gate where a tree lined parkland driveway meanders towards the house. The formal drive sweeps through an archway and arrives at the front of the house where there is a large gravelled courtyard with a central fountain. An informal driveway behind the house is ideal for service vehicles and also provides access to a spacious detached triple garage. The gardens and grounds extend mainly to the south and west of the property whilst the north and east is predominantly woodland. A stable block with power and water, has two loose boxes and a covered bay (currently set-up as a gin bar) sits on the edge of a large paddock and has dedicated parking. For those looking to commute longer distances there is a helipad to the front of the property under a grass surface. In all, the property is positioned in circa 9.5 acres.

Marketed by: Strutt & Parker, National Country House Department