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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · DH4 4HH
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Set in an elevated position on Sunderland Road, Houghton le Spring, this impressive four-bedroom detached home offers generous accommodation, well-proportioned rooms and attractive gardens, making it an ideal choice for growing families.
From the moment you step inside, the property offers a real sense of space.
The ground floor provides a versatile layout with two reception rooms, allowing the accommodation to be arranged around the needs of the next owner.
Whether used as a comfortable lounge, dining room, playroom or home office, there is plenty of flexibility for modern family life.
To the rear, the conservatory provides an additional light-filled living space with views over the garden, creating a pleasant connection between the home and its outdoor space.
The kitchen is well positioned within the ground-floor layout and is complemented by a separate utility room, providing useful additional storage and laundry space.
A ground-floor WC completes the accommodation on this level.
Upstairs, there are four well-sized double bedrooms, giving the property excellent flexibility for family living, guests or working from home.
The contemporary family bathroom is particularly well presented, with a freestanding bath and separate shower, offering both practicality and a touch of luxury.
Outside, the property occupies a generous plot with gardens to both the front and rear.
The rear garden provides a private outdoor space with plenty of room for entertaining, relaxing or family activities, while the elevated position of the house gives it an attractive outlook across the surrounding area.
Sunderland Road is well placed for access to the amenities of Houghton le Spring, with local schools, shops and everyday facilities within easy reach.
Transport links also provide convenient connections to surrounding areas, making the property well suited to both family life and commuting.
A substantial detached home offering four double bedrooms, multiple reception spaces, a conservatory, utility room, generous gardens and an elevated position.
A property that offers both space and flexibility, and one that deserves to be viewed to fully appreciate what it has to offer.
GROUND FLOOR Entrance Hall Lounge 6.1m x 4.1m This bright and spacious lounge comprises of herringbone flooring, radiator, French doors leading to front patio and patio doors leading to conservatory.
Dining room 5.5m x 3.5m Having double glazed bay window, herringbone flooring and radiator.
Conservatory 3.2m x 3m Having laminate flooring, double glazed windows, radiator and French doors leading to a large rear garden.
Kitchen 4.7m x 2.3m Comprising of a range of wall and base units, tiled flooring, double glazed window, glass splashback, storage cupboard and radiator.
Utility Room 2.9m x 2.3m Having tiled flooring, space for washer and dryer, storage cupboard and radiator. WC 0.8m x 1.2m Low level wc and double glazed window.
Rear Porch With tiled flooring leading to large rear garden.
FIRST FLOOR Landing Large landing with beautiful neutral chevron carpet, leading to Master Bedroom 5.4m x 3.5m Having carpeted flooring, radiator and double glazed window overlooking phenomenal views.
Bedroom 2 4.1m x 3.2m Having carpeted flooring, double glazed window and radiator. Bedroom 3 3.5m x 2.7m Having carpeted flooring, double glazed window and radiator.
Bedroom 4 3.1m x 1.7m Having carpeted flooring, double glazed window and radiator.
Bathroom 3.7m x 1.7m Featuring freestanding bath, low level wc, wash hand basin built in vanity unit, double glazed window, radiator, tiled walls, tiled flooring and shower cubicle.
Parking x3 parking space rented for £140 per annum.
Outbuilding The garden also benefits from a well-appointed outbuilding, offering a versatile additional space which could be utilised as a home office, gym, games room, hobby room or additional entertaining area, depending on the needs of the new owners.
Exterior Externally, this is a property that really benefits from its generous plot, established gardens and elevated position, with attractive views extending across the surrounding area towards Herrington Park and, on a clear day, Durham Cathedral.
To the front, the property enjoys a spacious and beautifully established garden, enclosed by mature hedging, shrubs, trees and an abundance of greenery.
This creates a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion, while a paved pathway leads through the garden to the front entrance.
A generous paved patio area provides an attractive seating space and creates a welcoming approach to the home.
The rear garden provides an even more impressive outdoor space and is particularly well suited to family life.
There are multiple patio areas, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining, together with lawned areas and a dedicated children's play space.
The garden also benefits from a well-appointed outbuilding, offering a versatile additional space (truncated) EPC: D Council Tax Band: F Sunderland City Council Disclaimer Every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, however these property particulars are approximate and for illustrative purposes only.
They have been prepared in good faith and they are not intended to constitute part of an offer of contract.
We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested.
All photographs, measurements, floor plans and distances referred to are given as a guide only and should not be relied upon for the purchase of any fixture or fittings.
Lease details, service charges and ground rent (where applicable) are given as a guide only and should be checked prior to agreeing a sale.
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 provide gas, electricity, water and drainage.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE CHARGES-n/a PARKING ARRANGEMENTS: Driveway/On street parking BROADBAND SPEED: 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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