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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · DH8 9TE
Sold STCListed 740 days
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About
A unique property offering generously proportioned rooms with the potential to modernise.
The detached two/three bedroom property is within walking distance of the picturesque village of Shotley Bridge.
A unique property offering generously proportioned rooms with the potential to modernise.
The detached two/three bedroom property is within walking distance of the picturesque village of Shotley Bridge.
Accommodation The front door opens into a generous wood panelled hallway with a staircase to the first floor to the left and a storage cupboard with a further unused staircase to the right.
A stained glass window next to the door as well as a window below the staircase offers light into this welcoming space.
There are two further, large under-stair storage cupboards before a glass panelled door opens into the inner hallway with access to all reception rooms.
To the left is a spacious dual aspect living room with an open fire and double fitted storage cupboard.
The dining room which has recently been fitted with a wood burning stove has a beautiful cosy feel. The feature inglenook fireplace creating a focal point in the room.
There are also sunken bookshelves within the wall and a large window.
The kitchen, accessed from the dining room, boasting a two-tone shaker style kitchen comprising of both wall and floor units, has an integrated oven and electric hob, with space for a dishwasher and American style fridge freezer.
An original wrought iron fireplace sits to the one end and a back door leads out into the garden. At the end of the hallway there are two rooms side by side.
On the left is the utility room with plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer, also benefits from a separate cloakroom.
On the right is a study with a walk-in storage cupboard and windows overlooking the gardens. The commanding staircase leads up from the ground floor to the first floor accommodation.
There are two vast bedrooms and a family bathroom with separate WC. The larger of the two boasts a spacious dressing room/further bedroom or nursery.
The full height ceiling and dual aspect windows of this room are only beaten by the beautiful fireplace and traditional stone arch. The dressing room also benefits from a sink.
The second bedroom is equally spacious, again dual aspect and with another feature fireplace. The family bathroom has a roll top bath and sink with a heated towel rail and built in storage cupboard.
External The property's private gravel driveway leads to a gravelled parking area which will fit three vehicles. There is a lean-to garage and further outbuildings for storage.
The gardens, mainly laid to lawn, surround the property, their borders planted with mature flowers, perennials and rose bushes.
Views across the picturesque open countryside from the main garden area offer a serene place to enjoy the outdoors. Services Mains electric and water with private septic tank.
Oil-fired central heating Council Tax Band G Tenure - Freehold EPC - F22 Agents Note It should be noted that the roof of The Barn requires some immediate attention which is reflected in the Guide Price.
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Value & comps
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Deal
Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
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Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
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About The Barn, Shotley Bridge, Consett, County Durham, DH8
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