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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · DH6 3BN
Sold STCReduced £20k (−3.3%) on 26 OctListed 264 days
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About
Extremely rare to the market, Jill Moore Select Properties are delighted to welcome this spectacular exclusive 5 bedroom detached self-build, in a private and idyllic location, to the sales market.
Complete with own bar, swim spa and master suite, this luxury family home has been finished to the highest of standards and is a true credit to the current owners.
Entrance Hall Enter through the large double-glazed glass door into the spacious hallway.
Flooded with natural light from the floor to ceiling double-glazed windows, the beautiful hallway is complete with tiled floors, neutral walls, wooden staircase with glass handrail and carpet runner.
Kitchen/ Diner The ultra modern extended kitchen/diner benefits from tiled flooring and modern internal doors throughout, all integrated appliances including dishwasher and mini bar, and high gloss grey wall and base units with furniture to match.
Natural light fills the space from the set of double glazed bi-fold doors leading out to a decking area at the rear of the property.
The open plan flow continues into the perfectly presented snug/family room which features a wood-effect media wall with electric glass fireplace and a large internal glass wall, proving more natural light from the hallway.
This area also benefits from double glazed bi-fold doors leading out to the rear of the property, a double glazed window, modern radiator and tiling to the floor.
Lounge Situated to the front of the property, the plush lounge space features carpet to the floor, quartz fireplace with built in shelving/media wall, modern radiator and large double glazed window looking out onto the front of the property.
Utility Room The spacious utility room is complete with a double glazed glass door leading out to the rear of the property and modern base/wall units with sink and mixer tap providing plenty storage.
The space also features a large double glazed window, tiled floors, and neutral walls.
First Floor Landing The spacious first floor landing is made up of doors off to bedrooms and family bathroom, and features glass hand railing, carpet to the floor, spot lights in ceiling and neutral walls.
W/C The w/c is complete with double glazed window, modern radiator, hand wash basin, neutral walls, toilet and tiling to the floor.
Bedroom one The spacious first double bedroom benefits from a Jack and Jill style shared en-suite with bedroom two.
The space also benefits from carpet to the floor, a double glazed window, modern radiator.
En-suite The en-suite is beautifully presented with walk in rainfall shower, hand wash basin, toilet, double glazed window and shower rail/radiator.
Bedroom Two The large second double bedroom is complete with double glazed bi-fold doors leading out onto a balcony with views over the rear of the property.
It also features carpet flooring, radiator and built in wardrobes.
Bedroom Three Currently utilised as a home office space, the good-sized third double bedroom features carpet flooring, a large double glazed window, radiator and built in wardrobes/storage units.
Family Bathroom The fabulous family bathroom is complete with stand alone bath, double glazed window, wash hand basin, toilet, towel rail/radiator and tiled walls and floor.
Bedroom Four The immaculate fourth double bedroom is complete with built in dressing table/storage unit and a range of other built in wardrobes.
It also benefits from large double glazed bi-fold doors leading out onto the balcony with views over the rear of the property, modern radiator, ornate flower wall and carpet to the floor.
Third Floor Landing The third floor landing area is finished with glass banister/hand rail, carpet flooring, sky light in ceiling and double doors leading to a large storage cupboard.
Master Suite The stunning open plan master suite consists of carpet to the floor, natural sky light in ceiling, beautiful bedframe/wall partition and benefits from its own luxury en-suite.
Ensuite Bathroom The spectacular en-suite is complete with double rainfall walk in shower, wash hand basin, toilet, spot lighting in ceiling with sky light, tiled floors, part-tiled walls and large stand alone bath.
External This executive property features fully landscaped and low maintenance gardens to the rear, featuring artificial turf and large block paving.
Two decking/seating areas are positioned on either end of the property, enclosed with glass panelling and with access into the kitchen/diner via sets of bi-fold doors.
Swim Spa Originally a garage conversion, the home spa/swim spa is the perfect addition for relaxation, fitness, or hosting family and/or friends.
The space also features its own toilet, tiled floors and double glazed bi-fold doors.
Bar The second garage conversion now features a full sized bar complete with its own w/c, marble tiled floors, radiator, foliage wall and bar counter top with sink.
Location Positioned within a unique and exclusive plot of premium self-build properties, this location together with the quality of the property is perfect for anyone seeking relaxation and tranquillity when returning home.
Nestled in the quiet village of Thornley, there are great commuting links via the A1 into Durham, Newcastle and other surrounding areas.
Disclaimer DISCLAIMER Your home is at risk if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage or other loans secured on it.
MORTGAGE ADVICE It is now a legal requirement under the Estate Agents Act 1991, to establish what mortgage, if any, is required and to confirm the applicants ability to obtain this finance.
If you need any help or advice over obtaining a mortgage, our mortgage department will be pleased to help and advise you on all Building Society or Bank mortgages without obligation.
This service is available even if you are not buying via ourselves. Written quotations available on request. There is no charge for this service.
PLEASE NOTE Please note that all sizes have been measured with an electronic measuring tape and are approximations only.
Under the terms of the property miss-descriptions act we are obliged to point out that none of the services described in these particulars have been tested by ourselves.
We present these details of the property in good faith and they (truncated) Material Information The following information should be read and considered by any potential buyers prior to making a transactional decision.
SERVICES: We are advised by the seller that the property has mains gas, electricity, water and drainage.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE CHARGES- No WATER METER- No PARKING ARRANGEMENTS: Multi Car Driveway BROADBAND SPEED: No issues reported by vendor.
The maximum speed for broadband in this area is shown by inputting the postcode at the following link here> Broadband Speed Checker - UK's No.1 Broadband Speed Test ELECTRIC CAR CHARGER- No MOBILE PHONE SIGNAL: No known issues at the property NORTH EAST OF ENGLAND- EX MINING AREA: We operate in an ex-mining area.
This property may have been built on or near an ex-mining site. Further information can/will be clarified by the Solicitors prior to completion.
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