4-bedroom semi-detached house · DH1 1LA
Sold STCListed 217 days
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About
Situated in one of Durham City’s most desirable locations, this impressive semi-detached home offers an excellent blend of space, flexibility and convenience.
Set in an elevated position with open views to the rear, the property provides well-balanced accommodation over three floors, including four/five double bedrooms, three bathrooms and three versatile reception rooms.
There is also potential to create a self-contained annexe, ideal for multi-generational living or additional income.
The welcoming hallway leads to a spacious main living room with a fireplace and garden views, while a second reception room offers built-in storage and direct garden access.
A third reception room serves as a dining room. The principal living space also opens onto a terrace, enjoying a woodland backdrop and far-reaching views.
On the lower ground floor, the main bedroom features an ensuite, alongside two further double bedrooms, a family bathroom with a free-standing bath, and a laundry room with access to a sauna.
A spiral staircase leads to the garden level, where a large reception room opens onto the garden, along with an additional double bedroom with built-in storage and an ensuite—ideal as an annexe or guest suite.
Externally, the property enjoys private, mature gardens to three sides, along with a driveway and single garage. It has an EPC rating of C and falls within Council Tax Band E.
Ideally located close to Durham City Centre, with its shops, restaurants and historic attractions, the home also benefits from riverside walks along the River Wear and excellent transport links, including rail connections to Newcastle and London.
Well-regarded local schools include St Margaret’s, St Aidan’s, St Leonard’s and Durham Johnston. Early viewing is highly recommended.
Material Information: Tenure – Freehold EPC Rating – C Council Tax Band - E We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact.
Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given.
All measurements have been taken as a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise.
If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view.
Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller by separate negotiation. EPC rating: C. Tenure: Freehold,
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