A substantial executive, detached family home available with the a range of garages, a large three bedroom ancillary dwelling, agricultural building and land. Full site extends to 0.86Ha (2.12Ac). Ideally suited to those with agricultural or equestrian interests. For sale as a whole, lotting may be considered.
The Property
5 Front Street is a substantial, executive-style, detached family home set within the rural, yet accessible village of Burnhope. Available with no onward chain, the property also benefits from a range of garages, large three bedroom ancillary dwelling, agricultural building and land, with the full site extending to 0.86Ha (2.12Ac) and would be ideally suited to those with agricultural or equestrian interests.
The main entrance to 5 Front Street is to the rear, and leads into the spacious reception hallway which benefits from a useful storage cupboard. Featuring tiled flooring, the ground floor WC is located to the left hand side and features a low level WC with concealed cistern and ceramic bowl sink set upon a vanity unit.
To the right hand side, there is a versatile reception room which could be utilised for a number of purposes to include a study. This room enjoys a dual aspect to the front and side elevations.
The principal living room is located to the front of the property, and is a spacious room featuring a stone fireplace with multi-fuel stove inset, while French doors lead to the well manicured front gardens.
The kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of solid wood base and wall mounted storage units, topped with granite worktops which incorporate a double porcelain Belfast sink. Integral appliances include a dishwasher and gas range cooker, while there is space for a freestanding American style fridge/freezer. A central island unit completes the kitchen space, which is open plan to the dining area with French doors to the front gardens.
The rear hallway is accessed from the kitchen and provides access to the boiler room, as well as the utility room which benefits from a range of storage units as well as space, power and plumbing for white goods. The sitting room is also accessed from the rear hallway, and is a light and airy reception room courtesy of the triple aspect and French doors leading to the rear garden.
Returning to the reception hallway, an impressive Oak return staircase leads to the first floor landing. The master suite comprises a large double bedroom with fitted storage cupboards and drawers, which also opens into a dressing area with fitted wardrobes and integral dressing table. The dressing area in turn leads into the impressive master en-suite which is fully tiled and fitted with a white suite comprising low level WC, bidet, central Jacuzzi bath, large shower cubicle and his and her wash hand basins set upon a tiled worktop.
The second bedroom is a further well proportioned double situated to the front of the property, and features a useful storage cupboard. Serviced by en-suite facilities to include low level WC, wash hand basin, raised bath and large shower cubicle, the en-suite is fully tiled. The third bedroom is a further large double bedroom and enjoys a front aspect view.
To the front of the property, there are lawned gardens which are planted with mature shrubbery and bordered with hedgerow. There are electric gates leading to the gravelled driveway and garage block, which provides ample off road parking for numerous vehicles. The garage block consists of a triple garage, and two large store rooms, which could be adapted to provide further living accommodation if desired, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.
5a Front Street is situated above the garage block and is accessed via stone steps and a stone flagged balcony area enjoying far reaching views to the rear. French doors lead into the kitchen which is fitted with a range of white high gloss base units, topped with granite worktops which incorporate a stainless steel sink. Integral appliances include electric oven and induction hob with extractor over in the central island, dishwasher and wine cooler. Featuring tiled flooring, there are pinhole lights within the kickboards.
The utility room is accessed from the kitchen, and features further base units with space, power and plumbing for white goods.
The living/dining room is a large, light and airy room which features Velux skylights and French doors with a Juliette balcony.
Returning to the kitchen, a door leads to the inner hallway. The master bedroom is a well proportioned double which features a range of fitted wardrobes, whilst French doors with a Juliette balcony flood the room with natural light.
The master bedroom is serviced by en-suite facilities which comprise low level WC with concealed cistern, ceramic bowl wash hand basin set upon a vanity unit and walk-in shower cubicle with rainfall shower head. The en-suite is fully tiled in marble. The second and third bedrooms are further, good sized doubles, one of which benefits from fitted wardrobes.
The family bathroom completes the accommodation and is fitted with a modern white suite comprise low level WC with concealed cistern, ceramic bowl wash hand basin set upon a vanity unit and freestanding bath with floor standing tap. The family bathroom is fully tiled.
To the rear of the garage block and 5a Front Street, there is additional parking for several vehicles, as well as the modern agricultural building which could be utilised for a number of purposes. Beyond the agricultural building, lies the grazing land which would be ideally suited to those with agricultural or equestrian interests.
Tenure & Possession
Freehold, available with vacant possession upon completion.
Services
Both properties benefit from mains water, electricity and drainage. 5 Front Street benefits from mains fired gas central heating, while 5a Front Street benefits from a gas central heating system powered by LPG bottled gas.
EPC Rating
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Local Authority
Durham County Council. The Council Tax Band for 5 Front Street is G. The Council Tax Band for 5a Front Street is A.
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Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.
The Area
5 & 5a Front Street are situated in the semi-rural village of Burnhope. Burnhope is an ideal commuter location, centrally placed for travel to all of the major centres of the North East, with Durham being within a 15 minute drive. There are mainline rail links available at both Durham and Newcastle providing links nationally, and international airports at Newcastle and Durham Tees Valley.
Burnhope offers schooling to a primary level, and some local amenities, as well as shops, while doctors and dental surgeries can be found at nearby Lanchester which is just a short drive from the property. Or alternatively a local bus service provides links to surrounding towns and villages.
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