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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · NE39 1HF
Sold STCListed 214 days
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Jan Mitchell Properties are delighted to offer for sale this beautiful detached property situated on a superb secluded private South facing plot within the highly desirable Hamsterley Mill Estate that has undergone a significant renovation creating and exceptional family home.
Internally the property is finished to an impeccable standard and furnished with high end fixtures and fittings throughout, briefly comprising:- Entrance vestibule, downstairs w/c, main entrance hall with bespoke oak glazed staircase and French doors with shutters flooding it with natural light, formal dual aspect lounge with feature fireplace and a beautiful orangery extension with large lantern making the most of the Southerly aspect.
Two sets of glazed doors then lead through into the stunning open plan kitchen/dining/living space with raised island, granite work surfaces, inbuilt appliances and refurbished four oven AGA with warming plate, making the whole space perfect for entertaining.
Completing the floor is then separate utility also with granite work surfaces, pantry cupboard and direct access into the double garage, which was built substantially enough to take a further story extension above if desired and subject to appropriate planning .
To the first floor off the glazed landing there are four well proportioned bedrooms, all of which with inbuilt storage and a beautiful four piece family bathroom with separate bath and shower and then a second additional shower room.
Externally however is where this property really comes into its own, it is set on a substantial mature South facing plot, with two gravelled drives to the font proving amble parking for multiple cars and then to the rear a manicured garden with large patio area, lush lawn and established plants and trees as well as the added bonus of an external studio/office/gym.
Overall a simply stunning freehold home, in the most picturesque of settings, that has to be viewed to appreciate the size and standard of accommodation first hand, all offered with No Onward Chain.
Location The house is located at the centre of the of the private Hamsterley Mill Estate in the centre of Hamsterley Mill.
The estate is made up of attractive detached, executive homes surrounded by woodland, greenery and the Gibside estate.
This home will prove popular with families as it is close the local primary school and has a bus route to surrounding secondary schools.
Rowlands Gill, the nearby village, has a selection of shops and leisure facilities. The area is conveniently situated to allow access to the Metro Centre, A1, surrounding cities and amenities.
The property is within easy access to the Derwent Country Park, as well as the Gibside Estate, now owned by the National Trust.
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.
Any services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency.
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.
If you require clarification of further information on any points please contact us direct.
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: G (Durham County Council) Tenure: Freehold
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