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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · DH3 4AG
For saleReduced £25k (−6.3%) on 26 OctListed 28 days
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AN EXCEPTIONAL FOUR/FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED HOME, BEAUTIFULLY REFURBISHED AND IMPRESSIVELY EXTENDED, WITH DOUBLE GARAGE OCCUPYING A PRIME CORNER PLOT ON THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE BLIND LANE IN CHESTER-LE-STREET OFFERED WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN.
This truly exceptional home offers an outstanding combination of contemporary design, generous proportions and an exacting standard of finish throughout.
Thoughtfully refurbished and substantially extended, the property provides an impressive level of accommodation that is ideally suited to modern family life, while retaining an elegant and sophisticated feel rarely found in the local market.
Upon approaching, a wide block paved driveway provides excellent off road parking and leads to a double garage, while the attractive frontage creates an impressive first impression.
Upon entering, the spacious hallway sets the tone for the accommodation ahead, leading into the heart of the home a spectacular open plan living, dining and kitchen space.
Designed with both everyday living and entertaining in mind, this impressive room is flooded with natural light courtesy of a striking vaulted skylight and expansive bi-fold doors opening onto the garden.
The generous proportions, contemporary finishes and seamless connection with the outside combine to create a truly remarkable living environment.
The fitted kitchen forms a central feature of this space, incorporating a superb range of contemporary cabinetry, integrated appliances and a stylish breakfast area, complemented by sleek modern lighting.
A cleverly concealed pocket door provides access to a separate utility room, ensuring that practical elements of family life remain discreetly tucked away.
The ground floor also provides excellent flexibility, with a generous double bedroom, which could equally serve as an additional reception room if required, together with a versatile study/home office.
Completing this level is an impressive shower room, beautifully appointed and finished to a standard more akin to a boutique hotel.
To the first floor, the principal bedroom suite provides a wonderfully indulgent retreat.
Generously proportioned and beautifully presented, the bedroom benefits from its own luxurious en-suite bathroom, featuring a freestanding bath, large walk-in shower, vanity unit and WC.
Two further well proportioned double bedrooms complete the first floor accommodation, providing excellent space for family members or guests. Externally, the property continues to impress.
The wraparound gardens provide a superb extension of the internal living space, incorporating a large manicured lawn and private patio area, with ample room for outdoor dining, entertaining and family enjoyment.
Blind Lane is widely regarded as one of Chester-le-Street's most desirable residential locations, offering an excellent balance of convenience and quality of life.
A range of cafés, supermarkets, local amenities and well-regarded schools are all within easy reach, while Riverside Park and a variety of leisure facilities are also close by.
For commuters, Chester-le-Street railway station and the A1(M) provide excellent connections, with Durham, Newcastle and the wider North East easily accessible.
A genuinely rare opportunity to acquire a substantial, beautifully refurbished and exceptionally well appointed family home in one of Chester-le-Street's most sought-after locations.
The combination of scale, specification, presentation and position is truly impressive, and an early internal inspection is strongly recommended to fully appreciate everything this outstanding property has to offer.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO PURCHASERS We endeavour to make our property details accurate.
However, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and are not to relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Some of the imagery may have been enhanced by AI.
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All the measurements and floor plans have been taken as a guide to prospective purchasers and are not to be relied upon. Please be advised that some of the information may be awaiting vendor approval.
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MAKING AN OFFER Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain.
Under New Money Laundering Regulations we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed.
Tenure - We are not able to verify the tenure of the property as it is not always possible to see sight of the relevant documentation prior to marketing.
Prospective purchasers must make further enquiries with their legal adviser Council Tax Band: D (Durham County Council) Tenure: Freehold
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