Country Life

Northumber­land, £1.995 million

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It’s hard to pinpoint exactly when West Grange Hall was built—it doesn’t feature in the 1863 Ordnance survey map of the area, but it appears in the 1891 census as the home of land agent Thomas Gow. As he seems to have lived elsewhere in the previous census, it’s likely the house was built at the dawn of the 1890s. Once part of the Wallington estate, it was used by the RAF during the Second World War. Thoughtful­ly restored, it now makes the most of the period details—from the sash and case windows with working shutters to the eye-catching staircase—as well as of the long, leafy views across the grounds. The reception rooms, with their imposing fireplaces, are ideal for entertaini­ng and the 10 bedrooms provide plenty of room to accommodat­e guests. West Grange Hall also comes with a three-bedroom cottage, a two-bedroom annexe, equestrian facilities and more than 20 acres of gardens and grounds. Sanderson Young (0191–223 3500)

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