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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · DL15 9TJ
Sold STCListed 162 days
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Presenting a deceptively spacious five bedroom detached family home, perfectly situated in the quiet and popular residential neighbourhood of Stanley Crook.
This inviting property stands out with its attractive kerb appeal, boasting well-maintained gardens to both the front and rear, with the rear garden being especially spacious and securely enclosed—ideal for children and pets, as well as summer entertaining.
Upon arrival, a private driveway offers ample off-street parking, complemented by an integral garage for convenience and additional storage.
The home benefits from modern UPVC double glazed windows and efficient gas central heating via a combi boiler, ensuring comfort all year round.
Step inside to discover a welcoming entrance hallway leading to a beautifully presented lounge—ideal for relaxing with family or hosting guests.
The extensively fitted kitchen and adjoining dining room create a fantastic space for home-cooked meals and gatherings, while a separate utility room and ground floor cloakroom/wc add further practicality and convenience.
Upstairs, five well-proportioned bedrooms provide generous accommodation for families of all sizes.
The master bedroom boasts its own en-suite shower room for added privacy, while a contemporary family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms.
Stanley Crook is renowned for its tranquil village atmosphere, surrounded by scenic County Durham countryside.
Residents enjoy easy access to local amenities, including shops, cafes, and reputable schools.
Nearby points of interest include the historic Brancepeth Castle, the family-friendly attractions of Beamish Museum, and the vibrant market town of Bishop Auckland, offering a range of shopping and leisure facilities.
Excellent road links make commuting to Durham City and beyond effortless.
With its combination of generous space, fantastic location, and excellent local amenities, this property is a rare opportunity in Stanley Crook.
Early viewing is highly recommended—contact Ground Floor - Entrance Hallway - Front entrance door, central heating radiator, open plan staircase to the first floor, timber door to understairs cupboard.
Ground Floor Cloaks Wc - Having wash hand basin, wc and central heating radiator.
Lounge - 4.174 x 3.248 (13'8" x 10'7") - Having upvc double glazed window to front , central heating radiator and tv point.
Kitchen & Dining Room - 6.472 x 2.502 (21'2" x 8'2") - Extensively fitted with a range of laminated wall and base units, laminated working surfaces over, inset one and a half bowl sink unit, mixer taps over, tiled splash backs, upvc double glazed window, integral appliances including electric oven, gas hob and extractor hood over, dishwasher, central heating radiator.
french doors to rear garden, There is ample space for a large dining table as required.
Utility Room - With base units, laminated working surfaces over, wall mounted gas boiler, central heating radiator, plumbing and space for washing machine. Rear entrance door.
First Floor - Landing - Bedroom One - 4.010 x3.247 (13'1" x10'7") - Having central heating radiator and upvc double glazed window to front.
En Suite Shower Room - Fitted with a double shower cubicle, wc, wash hand basin and central heating radiator.
Bedroom Two - 3.750 x 3.270 (12'3" x 10'8") - Having central heating radiator and upvc double glazed window to front.
Bedroom Three - 3.174 x 2.906 (10'4" x 9'6") - Having central heating radiator and upvc double glazed window to rear.
Bedroom Four - 3.062 x 3.633 (10'0" x 11'11") - Having central heating radiator and upvc double glazed window to rear.
Bedroom Five/Study - 2.127 x 2.089 (6'11" x 6'10") - Having central heating radiator and upvc double glazed window to rear.
Bathroom/Wc - Fitted with a panelled bath, wc, wash hand basin and central heating radiator.
Externally - Externally to the front is a open plan front garden laid to lawn, a driveway leading to a single garage with up and over door.
To the rear is a good sized south facing garden laid to lawn having paved patio area and planted boarders and shrubs.
Other General Information - Tenure: Freehold Gas and Electricity: Mains Sewerage and water: Mains Broadband: Ultrafast Broadband available. Highest available download speed 1800 Mbps.
Highest available upload speed 220 Mbps. Mobile Signal/coverage: Likely with O2. We recommend contacting your service provider for further information.
Council Tax: Durham County Council, Band: d Annual price: £2,436.06 (Maximum 2025) Energy Performance Certificate Grade C Mining Area: This property is located in an area of historical mining works, a mining search is recommended.
This can be done via a solicitor as part of Conveyancing. Flood Risk: Very low risk of surface water flooding. Very low risk of flooding from rivers and the sea.
Disclaimer The preceding details have been sourced from the seller, OntheMarket.com and other third parties.
Verification and clarification of this information, along with any further details concerning Material Information parts A, B and C, should be sought from a legal representative or appropriate authorities.
Venture Properties (Crook) Limited cannot accept liability for any information provided.
Energy Performance Certificate - To view the full Energy Performance Certificate please use the following link: TBC
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