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See how verdicts work5-bedroom bungalow · DH6 2TB
For saleListed 178 days
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About
This impressively spacious detached hybrid bungalow occupies a most attractive semi-rural position on the edge of the village of South Hetton, enjoying lovely far-reaching views over adjoining open countryside and a particularly private and secluded setting.
With a large mature garden site extending to just under half an acre, the property offers a rare combination of space and potential, with scope for further development (subject to the usual consents).
The accommodation is well planned and generously proportioned throughout, with an imposing open-plan lounge and dining area featuring a multifuel stove, creating a warm and welcoming focal point to the home and large picture windows maximising the countryside views.
The stylish contemporary kitchen was refitted in 2025 and is presented to a high standard with quality integrated appliances and there is a useful separate utility.
There are two bedrooms to the ground floor, together with a luxuriously appointed bathroom with a separate shower enclosure, while the first floor provides three further bedrooms, including a fifth bedroom with en suite facilities, offering excellent flexibility for family living, guests or home working.
Externally, the grounds are a particularly impressive feature, with mature borders, private seating areas and ample space for those seeking a garden of real substance.
There is also a large double-width garage and extensive parking, adding to the practicality of the property.
Well placed for access to the regional road network, the location provides convenient links to major commercial centres across the North East, including Sunderland and Durham.
Recently fitted quality carpets complete this superb home, which is available with no upward chain and offers a rare opportunity in a highly desirable setting.
ENTRANCE PORCH Tiled floor; radiator ENTRANCE HALL Part wood panelled wall finishes; built in cupboard; radiator LOUNGE 21' 8" x 16' 1" (6.62m x 4.91m) Multifuel burning stove with brick surround and timber overmantel and tiled hearth; picture window with lovely far reaching views over adjoining countryside; ceiling coving and ceiling rose; stairs to first floor; skirting radiator; opening into: DINING AREA 11' 10" x 10' 11" (3.61m x 3.34m) Display niche; ceiling coving and rose; skirting radiator; attractive countryside views KITCHEN 11' 1" x 18' 10" (3.38m x 5.75m) Comprehensive range of sage green contemporary fitted wall and floor units having contrasting working surfaces; double bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap; built in Bosch electric oven; Bosch electric hob; stainless steel extractor hood; integrated full height fridge and freezer; Bosch integrated combi microwave; integrated dishwasher; tiled splashback; laminate floor UTILITY 6' 1" x 6' 10" (1.86m x 2.09m) Wall and floor units with working surface; single drainer sink unit with mixer tap; plumbed for automatic washing machine; built in cupboard; door to garden; door to garage; tiled walls; laminate floor; wall mounted Baxi combi boiler BEDROOM 1 11' 5" x 15' 10" (3.48m x 4.84m) Built in cupboard; radiator BEDROOM 2 15' 8" x 11' 11" (4.78m x 3.64m) Radiator BEDROOM 3 15' 7" x 11' 8" (4.76m x 3.58m) Velux roof light; wall mounted electric panel heater BEDROOM 4 11' 0" x 7' 9" (3.36m x 2.38m) Velux roof light; storage cupboard; wall mounted electric panel heater BEDROOM 5 8' 10" x 12' 0" (2.70m x 3.68m) Built in cupboards and eaves storage; Velux roof light; wall mounted electric panel heater ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM Separate shower enclosure with changing area with seat and shelves; vanity wash hand basin with cupboard beneath; low level wc; storage cupboards; Velux roof light LUXURY BATHROOM/WC (GROUND FLOOR) Roll top bath with freestanding mixer shower tap; vanity wash hand basin with cupboard beneath and mixer tap; low level wc; white suite; separate tiled shower enclosure; spotlights; tiled walls; tiled floor; heated towel rail (chrome plated); radiator LARGE LANDING Eaves storage cupboards and walk-in wardrobe with hanging rails and shelves Extras: (Included in price): All recently fitted carpets, blinds and light fittings Gas central heating (combi); uPVC double glazing Ample driveway parking and large double width integral garage with up and over door, light and power and storage cupboards Impressively large and mature garden site extending to just under half and acre in total with generous lawns and paved areas, trees and shrubs, outside tap, large sheds, kennels and workshop area with light and power and two greenhouses We understand that the property is freehold EPC rating C Council Tax Band D Viewing: By appointment through this office Please Note: These particulars are intended to provide a general outline only for the guidance of prospective purchasers and do not constitute, nor shall constitute, part of an offer or contract.
Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of such information.
The Vendor does not make or give, and neither the Directors of Alfred Pallas, nor any person in their employment has any authority to make or give any warranty in relation to this property.
Where reference is made to the tenure details of the property (including any relevant ground rent or service charge), this information should not be relied upon without being verified independently by the legal adviser of any intending purchaser.
Please note that the services and appliances in the property have not been tested.
Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed a statement that the property is in good condition, nor that any services, appliances or any fittings are in working order or satisfy current regulations.
Any measurements, areas or distances referred to are approximate and are not precise. Accordingly room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets or furnishings.
Plans and floor plans are for identification purposes only and are not to scale.
Information relating to the current council tax banding and standard amount payable is provided for guidance only and should be independently verified prior to purchase.
In particular, purchasers should make their own enquiries with the Local Authority whether a property banding could be subject to review following purchase.
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