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See how verdicts work2-bedroom terraced house · CA9 3NR
For saleReduced £10k (−8.3%) on 5 AugListed 257 days
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About
1 Dene View, Overwater, Nenthead Two-bedroom stone cottage set in a pretty terrace in the village of Nenthead.
The property has parking to the cobbles in front, kitchen to rear with original range and two good-sized bedrooms with shower room on the first floor.
Ground Floor Entrance Through a UPVC wood effect door to: Dining Room Having UPVC double glazed window to front aspect, storage cupboards, stairs to first floor and door to: Kitchen/Living Room Kitchen comprising a range of wall and floor units with built in oven and hob.
Sink with window overlooking rear yard and space for seating with original cast iron range fire. UPVC wood effect door to rear.
First Floor Landing Having loft hatch & modern oak doors off to: Shower Room Having a modern three-piece suite comprising walk in shower with glass screen and shower boards, small window to rear, electric towel rail, sink set in vanity unit and low-level WC & tile effect lino to floor.
Bedroom One Double room set at the rear of the property having double glazed window and space for storage.
Bedroom Two Double bedroom having UPVC double glazed window to front aspect and cast iron fireplace.
External To the rear of the property is a cobbled area for seating with views and a cobbled area to the front for parking.
Services Mains Electricity Mains Water and Drainage Electric Heaters Council Tax Band A Energy efficiency rating D Tenure We are advised by the vendor that the property is freehold Local Information Nenthead & alston area Cumbria is often said to be the most beautiful county in England.
Historically part of Cumberland, Alston being about 1000 feet above sea level is the highest market town in England and lies within the North Pennines, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by stunning views of the surrounding fells and the South Tyne Valley.
The surrounding moorland has diverse flora and fauna and provides an abundance of wild and rare animals and is home to the endangered red squirrel and many types of birds of prey.
Alston was once described as being in the middle of nowhere and the middle of everywhere.
It is only 18 miles to Penrith, 20 miles to Ullswater in the Lake District, 23 miles to Hexham and 25 miles to Hadrian's Wall. Newcastle is only 45 miles away.
Alston has access to two ski slopes at Yad Moss and Allenheads, both with tows. The road linking Alston with Penrith and the Lakes is Hartside and is one of the top 10 best roads for biking.
The Lake District National Park, considered one of England's most outstanding areas of natural beauty, serving as inspiration for artists, writers, and musicians, in only 20 miles to the west.
Home to the South Tynedale Railway, the highest narrow-gauge railway in Britain and The Hub motor museum both served by a tearoom on the station platform offering delicious freshly prepared food.
Alston has great selection of Inns, Shops, Cafes, Restaurants and Scenic Walks over Fells, Riverside, hidden Waterfalls and historical industrial sites and museums from the lead mining era.
Alston town was also used in the making of Jane Ayre and Oliver Twist with its pretty original buildings and cobbled streets.
The town has a steeply rising cobbled high street and a very distinctive market cross, which has a small fruit and vegetable stall four mornings a week.
Other attractions are local craft shops which sell award winning jams and chutneys, and the artisan food shops where you can find a wide range of produce and an excellent range of cheeses, a lot are locally sourced and accommodate dietary requirements and sell our local specialist Cumberland Mustard, made here in Alston.
There is an outdoor shop in the market square, on the main street, two gift shops a takeaway, Bistro, new Cobbles Coffee Shop, and bakery towards the top of the street.
You will also find antique shops a beautician, charity shop, library, hairdresser, doctors’ surgery, dentist and a Chemist.
Alston also has two convenience stores, the Co-op and the Spar, the Spar incorporates an excellent butcher’s shop which has a variety of fresh and cooked meats along with a petrol station.
Directions CA9 3NR From Alston take the A689 to Nenthead. Go over the pelican crossing and take the next right opposite the hive and village shop.
Drive past the toilets and park and the Terrance is down on your left. You can park in the mines car park, and walk to the property which is the second house on your left.
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with the sole agent, Pennine Ways Ltd. To arrange an appointment, please call Haltwhistle or Alston .
To view more of our properties for sale or to let, please check our website Pennine Ways was established in 1991 and specialises in the sale and letting of property in Northumberland, East Cumbria and Weardale in County Durham.
We also have a holiday cottage division, run regular auctions and manage property renovation projects. Just ask any of our team for further information.
Pennine Ways Ltd is a member of the Property Ombudsman Free market appraisals We will be pleased to provide unbiased and professional advice without obligation on the marketing & current value of your present home.
Just contact one of our offices to request a valuation.
Pennine Ways Ltd for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that (1) the particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers or lessees and do not constitute part of an offer or contract, (2) all descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them, (3) no person in the employment of Pennine Ways Ltd has any authority to make or give any representation or whatever in relation to this property.
May we also courteously advise that whilst every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the measurements in these details, please do not incur any expense until you have verified the sizes to your own satisfaction.
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