2-bedroom house · DL13 1EF
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About
Nestled in the picturesque hamlet of West Blackdene on the North bank of the River Wear, this delightful 2-bedroom stone cottage offers a great opportunity for homeseekers looking for a peaceful retreat.
Coming to the market with a chain free status, this beautifully presented home offers spacious rooms throughout its interior and boasts character features, such as exposed wooden ceiling beams, deep sills, and exposed stone walls.
The multi-fuel burner, set on a tiled hearth is a real centrepiece of the residence and exudes warmth and comfort.
Complemented by South facing gardens that offer stunning riverside views, this home is perfectly situated to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Completing the property’s appeal is driveway parking for one vehicle, ensuring convenience and accessibility for residents.
In brief, the ground floor accommodation comprises, an entrance porch, living room, kitchen, and wooden staircase that rises to the first floor.
To the first floor are the property’s two double bedrooms and bathroom.
Externally, a small South facing garden welcomes residents through a wooden gate that opens to a flagstone pathway leading to the front door.
Bordered by stone walls on the Eastern and Western sides, the garden features flowers, mature shrubs, and trees, and provides a lovely spot in which to relax and unwind.
The South facing river garden is a real highlight of this property.
Positioned opposite the front garden and accessed through a wooden gate, this spacious and secluded area offers breathtaking views of the passing river.
The garden, enclosed by wooden and wrought iron fencing, features a mix of gravel and patio stone, with the gravel section showcasing mature trees and a convenient log store.
The patio area provides ample space for outdoor furniture and hosts a large wooden storage shed, adding practicality to the outdoor space.
Additionally, a gravel driveway at the front of the property offers convenient parking for one vehicle.
Contact us today to ensure you don’t miss out on the opportunity to be the new owner of this peaceful riverside home.
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
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About 12, West Blackdene, Bishop Auckland
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