The delightfully named Gingan reflects its rich heritage as a former threshing barn, now sensitively restored to create a four bedroom conversion deep in the very heart of Roman Wall country.
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This is an area steeped in history with vast open spaces and soaring skies, matched with a dizzying array of walking and biking trails where you can start your journey of cultural discovery right on the path of Hadrian’s Wall.
The Gingan really does deliver on all levels with plenty of entertaining space and four bedrooms and three bathrooms (two en-suite) which will suit both groups and families alike.
The property has spacious accommodation across two floors with a versatile living area, a ground floor bedroom and bathroom, and a fabulous open aspect across the surrounding countryside. The property benefits from an eco friendly heating system supplied by an efficient ground source heat pump with underfloor heating through the ground floor along with a wood burning stove, meaning this property is always wonderfully toasty whatever the weather.
The main access leads into an impressive hallway leading into an elegant dining area with large refectory table which seats ten guests comfortably but which can also seat up to twelve for more informal entertaining or candlelit suppers. This extends into a sunlit open plan kitchen with integrated appliances, high quality granite work surfaces and a separate dining area for relaxed breakfasts or lunches. Double doors lead out onto a patio area with garden furniture and a spacious enclosed lawned garden.
The original ‘gin gan’ is a spectacular feature of this property, with its traditional wheel-house or round house offering a respectful nod to its past life when donkeys or horses were the gin (engine) to the threshing barn. With its slate roof, stone walls and traditional spoked beams, it is beautifully complementary to the light-filled, contemporary interior overlooking the garden. Add a wood burner, generous seating and rich kilim rugs to the mix and you have a perfect space for hunkering down after a day of exploring.
A ground floor bedroom adds some extra flexibility with en-suite bathroom and dressing room, while upstairs, three beautifully appointed bedrooms and two further bathrooms (one en suite) add the final luxurious flourish.
For families or groups wishing to holiday together the adjoining Granary (sleeps 4) can be let in conjunction with the Gingan offering accommodation for up to 12 guests.
There is a shared games room with ping pong table and storage for bikes and outdoor gear adding a versatile space for wet-weather days, teenagers, or evening entertainment for all.
GROUND FLOOR
Large access hall and formal dining space with large refectory table seating 10 comfortably but can seat up to 12 guests.
Kitchen with integrated units with granite work surfaces, Cookmaster oven with two ovens and separate grill, 5 ring electric ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, wine fridge, fridge. Dining area with seating for 8 guests. Side door leads onto a patio and large enclosed lawned garden.
Living room is the original gingan, with 2 large sofas and armchairs, Smart TV and wood burner (logs provided).
Hallway leads to a large utility room/boot room with condensing washer/dryer, freezer and sink.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Bedroom one super king bed, side tables, dressing table, chest of drawers, floor to ceiling window with views over the garden, separate walk-in wardrobe/dressing room with plenty of hanging space and storage.
En suite bathroom with bath, large walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom two with zip and link beds which can be configured to a 6' super king bed or 3' twin beds, side tables, chest of drawers, wardrobe with hanging and storage space. Views over the garden.
Bedroom three with king size bed, side tables, chest of drawers, hanging hooks with hangers. Views over the garden.
Family bathroom with bath with shower over (rainforest head), heated towel rail, basin and WC.
Bedroom four with zip and link beds which can be configured to a 6' super king bed or 3' twin beds, side tables with storage, chest of drawers.
En suite bathroom with large walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin and WC.
OUTSIDE
There is a large lawned garden which is fully enclosed with outdoor furniture.
Separate storage and games room with ping pong table. This is shared with The Granary.
There is bike storage available on request.
PARKING
There is plenty of private parking to the front of the cottage.
BABIES & CHILDREN
A travel cot and highchair can be provided on request.
DOGS
Two dogs are welcome with a charge of £20 per dog. Dogs are not permitted upstairs, in the bedrooms or on the furniture. An outside tap is available. Please note that the area around the house is farmland and it is essential that dogs are well controlled and kept on leads to ensure they do not present any hazard to farm animals.
GUEST AMENITIES
Bed linen and towels are provided along with hand soaps and shower gel. A hairdryer is provided in each bedroom.
WI-FI & MOBILE COVERAGE
Beamed Wi-Fi with good speeds. Mobile reception variable inside the property depending on the network but this improves immediately outside.
HEATING
There is heating throughout fed by an efficient Ground Source Heat Pump system which is more environmentally friendly than oil and classed as renewable technology. The property is well insulated. Underfloor heating throughout the ground floor. Wood burner in the sitting room – logs supplied.
ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION
For guests looking for a property with a similar style, The Granary and Aydon Castle Cottage share the same owner. The Granary is adjacent to The Gingan.
