A charming Grade II Listed semi-detached cottage set within the pleasant hamlet of Westwick. Available with no onward chain, the property benefits from gardens to three sides and a useful workshop.
The Property
Close Cottage is a charming, semi-detached cottage set within the pleasant hamlet of Westwick on the outskirts of Barnard Castle. Situated adjacent to an operational farmyard, the property is available with no onward chain and is in need of some modernisation.
The main entrance is to the side of the property and leads into the reception vestibule. To the left hand side lies a door leading to the useful utility room, which provides useful storage as well as space, power and plumbing for white goods.
The living room is located to the front of the property and features beams to the ceiling and an impressive fireplace with a wooden surround. There is also a useful under stair cupboard providing storage.
A door leads to the inner hall which in turn leads into the kitchen. Fitted with a range of base and wall mounted storage units topped with contrasting worktops which incorporate a stainless steel sink, there is a gas cooker powered by LPG bottled gas. External access can be granted to the rear gardens from here, while double doors also lead into the dining room which is a versatile reception room to the front elevation.
Returning to the inner hall, stairs rise to the first floor landing. The master bedroom is a well proportioned double which features a range of fitted wardrobes which also houses the hot water tank.
The second bedroom is a further double which benefits from a range of fitted wardrobes, while the third is a good sized single and could be utilised as a home office if required.
The family bathroom completes the accommodation and is fitted with a white suite comprising low level WC, wash hand basin set upon a vanity unit, bath and shower cubicle with an electric shower. Featuring vinyl flooring, the walls are predominantly tiled.
To the front of the property, there are gardens which are planted with a variety of flowerbeds and shrubbery, while an archway leads to the side garden which is laid to lawn and features planted borders and leads to the main entrance to the property. To the rear lies the workshop which benefits from double doors and power. The rear garden is also laid to lawn with planted borders and benefits from a timber shed, greenhouse and outdoor WC.
Services
The property benefits from mains electricity and water. Drainage is to a sewage treatment plant which is shared with a neighbouring property and is located on land belonging to a third party. Please note there is no central heating system to the property, there is an electric immersion for hot water and partial secondary glazing throughout.
Note
1. The property benefits from a right of access into the neighbouring farmyard which provides access to the workshop and the rear of the property.
Tenure & Possession
Freehold, available with 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 C.
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Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.
The Area
Westwick is a pleasant hamlet situated on the edge of Barnard Castle which is an historic market town. The town provides a range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities including The Witham which provides the town with a café along with hosting a range of events. Often referred to as the gateway to Teesdale, there are many renowned beauty spots close at hand along with access to the Lake District, Swaledale and North Yorkshire Moors.
For the commuter the A66, A67 and A1(M) provide links with the major commercial centres of the North East. Darlington Main Line Railway Station and Teesside International Airport offer further communications with the rest of the country.
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