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About
A very well presented smallholding comprising a two bedroom detached bungalow and land extending to approximately 10 acres in total.
Converted in 2000, The Old Byre represents an opportunity to purchase a well presented property comprising a spacious two bedroom bungalow set within a large lawned garden, with ample parking space adjacent to the house.
The land, which adjoins the house, extends to approximately 10 acres and is all in one field parcel.
The Old Byre offers a generous family home, featuring a spacious kitchen, living room, two good sized bedrooms, one ensuite shower room and a further shower room.
There is also a conservatory and a rear porch. The views are wide ranging overlooking the surrounding countryside and the coastline.
The conservatory over looks the garden and leads to a large central hallway. To the right are two bedrooms one with ensuite shower room with handbasin, WC and shower.
Immediately to the left is a further shower room with shower, fitted wooden units, handbasin and WC.
Further to the left, the hallway leads to the kitchen/diner which is fitted with oak wall and floor units, integrated electric oven, integrated fridge/freezer, sink with mixer tap and integrated washing machine.
The large living room with bay window, is adjacent to the kitchen. Directions From Durham take the A181 through Gilesgate and along Sherburn Road passing through Sherburn Village.
Continue on the B1283 into Haswell Plough then turn left into Hessewelle Crescent. At the end of this road turn left onto Front Street.
After 0.2 miles turn left into an unnamed road and continue for 0.6 miles. At the T-junction turn left onto Green Lane and The Old Byre will be on your right.
What3words: ///gathering.spits.situation Location The Old Byre is located in open but accessible countryside, to the north west of Haswell village in County Durham.
The property’s convenient location offers access to nearby towns and cities: Durham City lies 8 miles to the west, while Houghton Le Spring is 6 miles to the north.
It’s strategic position makes it ideal for commuters, with the property being situated just 6 miles from the A1(M) and 4 miles from the A19, providing easy travel routes both North and South.
Outside ACCESS The Old Byre and land is accessed directly off the Green Lane public highway, via a gravel driveway.
A large garden laid to grass wraps around the bungalow and there is also ample private parking for a number of vehicles.
LAND The land, which measures approximately 10 acres is held as one enclosure to the north and west of the property.
The boundaries consist of mature hedgerows with the exception of the most westerly boundary.
This boundary is currently marked out and the Buyer would be responsible for installing a fence between the land and the Seller’s retained land.
There is currently an active SFI scheme on the 10 acres of land, however the Seller will ensure the scheme is brought to an end before completion.
Services SERVICES/MATERIAL INFORMATION The property, which is of standard construction, is connected to mains water and electricity and drainage is to a septic tank located in the garden.
Any alterations required to meet current regulations are to be the responsibility of the Buyer. The central heating is connected to an oil boiler which is located outside, to the rear of the property.
No services or radiators have been tested. All windows and the conservatory are UPVC double glazed. We understand that broadband and mobile telephone reception are available.
For an indication of speeds and supply please see the OFCOM website: curtains, blinds, carpets and light fittings will be included in the sale as well as integrated kitchen appliances.
EPC/COUNCIL TAX The EPC for The Old Byre is D60. The bungalow is currently in use as holiday accommodation and is not subject to Council Tax.
The property would need to be registered for Council Tax if this arrangement was discontinued. The previous rating was Band D, payable to Durham County Council.
Conservatory 3.03m x 2.98m Bedroom 4.32m x 3.47m Bedroom 3.22m x 4.04m Kitchen/Dining Room 4.28m x 4.96 Living Room 5.48m x 4.26m
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