The lovely Northumberland cottage that offers the chance of the 'Good Life'
This attractive cottage in a secluded rural Northumberland setting offers potential buyers the chance to get away from it all
For people of a certain vintage, the Good Life was required TV viewing.
The BBC sitcom ran from 1975 to 1978 and starred Richard Briers as Tom Good and Felicity Kendal as his wife Barbara who attempt to escape the 'rat race' by becoming totally self sufficient in their suburban house in Surbiton.
Its co-stars included the snobby Margo Leadbetter played by Penelope Keith in an uncanny impersonation of Margaret Thatcher and Paul Eddington as her husband Jerry.
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The hit series came to mind when looking at Mill Cottage in Great Swinburn, near Hexham, Northumberland, which offers an allotment and large garden.
An added bonus is its location, a secluded rural setting with no near neighbours like Margo to endure.
The accommodation has been sensitively extended and renovated over the years by the current owner to provide an inviting home which is full of character.
The heart of the home is the sitting room, a cosy retreat with a log burning stove as its focal point, and the stunning adjoining garden room.
Just off the modern fitted kitchen is a versatile dining room/conservatory, a delightful wood framed glazed room that brings the outside in and showcases an eye-catching aquatic tank and exposed stone wall.
A door opens to the beautifully crafted garden room with open countryside views beyond; the green oak framed and glazed structure is an atmospheric reception room enjoying sunset views towards Hadrian's Wall Crags.
The garden is a peaceful oasis. Well stocked and cultivated, it is resplendent in flowering plants such as sweet peas, foxgloves and poppies, interwoven with vegetables.
A heritage greenhouse is the centrepiece of the garden and is surrounded by an allotment. There are numerous points of interest in the garden, including a large fish pond, chicken coop and paved seating area.
The garden would suit any gardening enthusiast with its landscaping, partitioned areas and pathways.
It is on the market for offers in excess of £475,000 and is marketed by Finest Properties, Corbridge.
The property has been renovated over the years
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The modern fitted kitchen has a contemporary design
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Mill Cottage is situated in a quiet position
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The heart of the home is the sitting room and stunning adjoining garden room
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