A charming stone built cottage benefitting from two bedrooms, having been extended to the rear and is beautifully presented throughout. Offering a well proportioned walled courtyard garden to rear.
6 Church Lane is a charming two bedroom, two bathroom stone built cottage which is conveniently situated close to the centre of Wolsingham. The property is incredibly well presented throughout and boasts a wealth of character. Having the benefit of a gas fired central heating system, wooden double glazed windows and mains water and drainage, the property would be ideally suited to a variety of purchasers, including a first time buyer or those looking for holiday accommodation.
The main entrance is via a traditional wooden door which is partially glazed and leads into the living room. Featuring solid oak flooring throughout, to the front, wooden shutters to the single glazed sash window add to the character of this lovely home. The focal point of the spacious living room is the newly fitted chilli penguin multifuel stove, which is housed in an inglenook with a stone hearth and featuring a wooden beam over.
The inner hallway from the living room also provides access to the useful cellar space, which is currently utilised as a utility room and features flagged stone flooring and has a window which allows light to fill the room from the kitchen.
To the rear of the property is the impressive open plan living room, dining room and kitchen. The kitchen area is fitted with a range of shaker style base and wall mounted storage units, topped with contrasting work surfaces which incorporate an upstep splash back, a ceramic Belfast sink with mixer tap are situated next to the side window. Integral appliances include a NEFF double electric eye level oven and a five ring gas hob with an extractor fan over, there is also a built in fridge and a Zanussi washing machine. The floor is laid with a neutral effect rubber tiled floor, while there are spot lights to the ceiling.
The kitchen extends into the dining area and informal sitting area. This orangery style room is well lit via a domed glass ceiling and bi-fold doors which lead to the pleasant, enclosed garden. The floor extends from the kitchen, as do the spotlights, making this a flexible space which could incorporate indoor and outdoor living.
Returning to the inner hallway, stairs rise to the first floor. The newly fitted shower room is accessed from the half landing and is fitted with a white suite comprising a low level WC, a wash hand basin set upon a pedestal and a shower cubicle with a mains fed rainfall shower and handheld attachment. The room is heated by a chrome towel rail while the walls and floor are fully tiled.
The main bedroom is situated to the left hand side of the first floor landing and is a generous double enjoying a front facing view. The bedroom is serviced by an en-suite bathroom which is accessed via some stairs and comprises of a low level WC, a wash hand basin set upon a pedestal and a panel enclosed bath. Being light and airy throughout, courtesy of a Velux skylight, and a small feature window to the rear, the en-suite is completed by a neutral cladding to the walls and a chrome heated towel rail.
The second bedroom is a smaller double and enjoys a dual aspect to the side and rear elevations, whilst the loft space is accessed from the first floor landing via a fold down ladder, and could be utilised for several purposes.
Externally, the property boasts a well proportioned, wall enclosed garden to the rear which offers a raised rockery which is interspersed with a wide range of plants and flowers, while a wooden pagoda offers space for informal seating or housing of pots and plants. There is also a good sized patio area which is situated next to the bi-fold doors, making it ideal for al fresco dining or entertaining. A small wooden shed also provides ample storage.
Measurements
Living Room - 4.70m x 3.84m (15' 5" x 12' 7")
Kitchen dining room – 6.78m x 2.92m (22' 2" x 9' 58")
Main Bedroom - 3.88m x 4.45m (12' 9" x 14' 7")
En-suite - 1.95m x 1.62m (6' 5" x 5' 4")
Bedroom Two - 3.03m x 2.56m (9' 11" x 8' 5")
Shower Room - 1.22m x 1.77m (4' x 5' 10")
Tenure & Possession
Freehold with vacant possession
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of D|55
Local Authority
Durham County Council
Banded A
Utilities
Mains gas, electric and water. Broadband is currently connected with average download speeds of approximately 27.1 mbps and average upload speeds of 16.58 mbps. Mobile coverage is available, interested parties are advised to perform their own due diligence in respect of availability.
Parking
Parking is on street and unreserved.
Characteristics
The property has a mix of wooden double glazed windows, wooden sash windows, single glazed sash windows and secondary fixed glazing.
The property is in a conservation area
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Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.
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The property is located near to the centre of Wolsingham which has a good range of every day facilities including doctors surgeries, chemist and other local businesses. The village is home to a primary school providing mixed education for 5 to 11 years of age, whilst Wolsingham School and Community College provides mixed schooling for 11 to 16 years of age. Both are within short walking distance of the property.
Wolsingham is found in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is known as the "Gateway to Weardale". Surrounding countryside provides the setting for outdoor, leisure and country pursuits and stunning surrounding scenery is linked by a network of public footpaths, perfect for evening and weekend walks. Whilst retaining its rural aspect, access is easily available to the major regional business centres such as Darlington, Durham and Newcastle and from here links to all areas of the UK can be found by rail. Newcastle International Airport and Durham Tees Valley Airport are both within an hour by car and offer both domestic and international flights.
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