The Property
Grove Cottage is a charming, detached property occupying a secluded position within the heart of Hamsterley Forest. Occupying extensive and well maintained grounds, the property would be ideally suited to a variety of purchasers.
The main entrance leads into the reception vestibule, where to the right hand side lies the living room. A light and airy room courtesy of the dual aspect, the focal point is the multi-fuel stove.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall mounted storage units, topped with granite worktops which incorporate a stainless steel sink. Integral appliances include an eye level oven, microwave, warming drawer, and an induction hob with an extractor fan over. There is also a breakfast bar providing space for informal dining.
The dining room is a versatile space which could be utilised for a number of purposes, with French doors leading out to the patio area, there are also Velux skylights which flood the room with natural light. Tiled flooring from the kitchen continues into the dining room.
The ground floor accommodation is completed by the utility room, providing space, power and plumbing for white goods, as well as the oil fired boiler. There is also a ground floor WC/cloakroom.
A spiral staircase from the kitchen leads to the first floor landing. The master bedroom is a well proportioned double, featuring a walk-in wardrobe and benefitting from en-suite facilities which comprise of a low level WC with a concealed cistern, a wash hand basin and a bath with a mains fed shower over.
The second bedroom is a small double facing the front elevation, while the third is also a small double which could be utilised as a nursery or home office.
The shower room completes the accommodation which is fitted with a suite comprising a low level WC, a wash hand basin set upon a vanity unit and a shower cubicle with an electric shower.
To the front of the property, there is a gravelled parking area which provides off road parking for a number of vehicles. The gardens extend to the side and rear and are predominantly laid to lawn.
Planted with a variety of trees, shrubs and flowering borders, there is also an area providing a small vegetable garden. A pleasant patio area leads out from the dining area, providing the perfect space for entertaining and al-fresco dining, while there are also two useful outhouses to the front.
Notes
1. The access road is under ownership of the Forestry Commission, there is a right of way in favour of Grove Cottage.
2. Please note that a public footpath runs through part of the garden of the property.
Tenure & Possession
Freehold, available with vacant possession upon completion.
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of E/46.
Local Authority
Durham County Council. The property is Council Tax Band D.
Utilities
The property benefits from mains electricity and spring water. The central heating system is oil fired, drainage is to a Shared Biodigester System.
Parking
There is a gravelled driveway providing ample off road parking for a number of vehicles.
Characteristics
Broadband is currently connected with average download speeds of approximately 230mbps.
Mobile coverage is limited, interested parties are advised to perform their own due diligence in respect of availability.
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A beautifully presented and charming detached cottage, occupying extensive grounds within the heart of Hamsterley Forest.
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