A charming Grade II Listed detached cottage set within a pleasant village location. Three bedrooms plus attic room, as well as attached workshop and enclosed garden to rear.
The Property
Forge Cottage, 39 Front Street is a charming Grade II Listed detached cottage set within the picturesque village of Ireshopeburn. Available with the benefit of an adjoining workshop and a South facing, walled garden to the rear, the property has been sympathetically refurbished and would ideally suit family living.
The main entrance leads into the living room, which features flagged stone flooring and an impressive stone inglenook housing a multi-fuel stove. Featuring beams to the ceiling, the study is located to the rear and provides a useful workspace with shelving.
The sitting room is located off of the living room and features a further multi-fuel stove set within an inglenook. Enjoying a front aspect view, the inner hallway can be accessed from here.
The kitchen is located to the side and is fitted with a range of solid wood base and wall mounted storage units, topped with solid oak worktops which incorporate a porcelain Belfast sink. There is ample space for freestanding appliances and a range cooker, as well as a dining table.
Returning to the inner hallway, stairs rise to the first floor landing. To the left hand side is the master bedroom which is a well proportioned double facing the front elevation. Featuring a decorative cast-iron fireplace, the master bedroom is serviced by en-suite facilities which comprise a low level WC, a wash hand basin set within a vanity unit and a double shower cubicle with mains fed shower. Accessed off of the en-suite is the walk-in wardrobe which is fitted with a range of rails and shelving. The en-suite also provides space, power and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer.
The second bedroom is a further double which features beams to the ceiling, while the third is a good sized single also facing the front elevation.
The family bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite comprising a low level WC, a wash hand basin and a freestanding bath.
An additional staircase from the first floor landing rises to the attic space which could be utilised for a number of purposes.
To the rear of the property, there is a garden which is predominantly laid to lawn and planted with flowering borders, as well as a productive vegetable garden and orchard. There is also an area of hardstanding which currently accommodates a greenhouse which can be utilised for off road parking, as well as access into the adjoining workshop which benefits from power and lighting.
Services
The property benefits from mains water, drainage and electricity. The central heating system is oil fired.
Tenure & Possession
Freehold, vacant possession upon completion.
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of *error*
Local Authority
Durham County Council. The property is Council Tax Band D
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Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.
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The Area
Ireshopeburn is a picturesque Dales hamlet situated in Upper Weardale, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a Dark Sky Conservation area. It is quiet, peaceful and offers a real community feel with only a small population. Close by, the village of St John’s Chapel has a range of day to day facilities including Co-op, Doctors’ surgery, Ambulance Station, Primary School and 2 traditionally run public houses. Stanhope, 10 minutes drive away, has a very convenient range of shops, bank, petrol/bus station, pubs & open-air heated swimming pool. A regular bus service operates from Weardale to Bishop Auckland where connections can be made to Durham (City and University) and other major towns.
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This is a Freehold property.
