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See how verdicts work2-bedroom terraced house · DL13 5QB
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About
A beautifully presented and charming two bedroom end terraced cottage, with front and rear gardens, as well as a double driveway and a detached single garage.
The Property 1 Folly View is a beautifully presented two bedroom end terraced cottage, occupying an extensive plot with gardens to the front and rear, as well as a double driveway leading to a detached single garage.
The main entrance leads into the kitchen, which is fitted with a range of handmade base mounted storage units, topped with contrasting worktops which incorporate a porcelain double sink.
There is an electric range cooker and an American style fridge/freezer, as well as space for a washing machine and dishwasher concealed within the base units.
The floor is laid with stone tiled flooring, while a Velux skylight floods the room with natural light.
The dining room leads on from the kitchen, and is a well proportioned and versatile room, featuring an impressive inglenook housing a decorative stove.
The living room lies to the rear, and is flooded with light courtesy of the large bay window overlooking the gardens.
The open grate cast iron fireplace provides a focal point, while an external door provides access to the gardens. Returning to the kitchen, stairs rise to the first floor landing.
The master bedroom lies to the rear, and is a well proportioned double enjoying superb countryside views, with a range of fitted wardrobes and an ornate decorative cast iron fireplace.
The second bedroom faces the front and is a further well proportioned double featuring a useful storage cupboard over the stairs.
The family bathroom completes the accommodation and is fitted with a white suite comprising a low level WC, a wash hand basin set upon a vanity unit and a panel enclosed bath with a mains fed shower over.
To the front of the property, there is a double driveway leading to a detached single garage. There are well manicured gardens which are laid to lawn, and feature planted borders.
To the rear, there is a further enclosed lawned garden featuring planted borders, with views onto the adjoining countryside. Note 1.
Please note that a section of the garden is unregistered, a sale plan is enclosed within these particulars. Tenure & Possession Freehold, available with vacant possession upon completion.
EPC Rating This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of E/46. Local Authority Durham County Council. The property is Council Tax Band B.
Utilities The property benefits from mains electricity, water and drainage. The central heating system is oil fired.
Parking There is a double driveway to the front, leading to a detached single garage.
Characteristics Broadband is currently connected with average download speeds of approximately 65mbps, and upload speeds of 10mbps.
Mobile coverage is available, interested parties are advised to perform their own due diligence in respect of availability.
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The Area Butterknowle is a small village, situated between the market towns of Barnard Castle and Bishop Auckland with facilities including a primary school, doctor’s surgery and public houses.
Further shopping, educational and recreational facilities can be found within the aforementioned towns.
For the commuter the A68, A688 and A1 (M) provide links with the major commercial centres of the North East.
Darlington Mainline Railway Station and Teesside International Airport offer further communications with the rest of the country.
Many of the regions renowned beauty spots are within a short drive beyond which can be found the delights of North Yorkshire, the Lake District, Northumberland and the East Coast.
Value & comps
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