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About
16 Grassholme Way is a well presented three bedroom detached family home with separate single garage and off-street parking for one in a highly sought after development within easy access to Barnard Castle.
Bishop Auckland 15 miles, Darlington 17 miles, Durham 25 miles, Newcastle upon Tyne 42 miles, A1(M) 17 miles. Please note all distances are approximate.
Situated in the historic market town of Barnard Castle, this property provides easy access to the amenities within the town and its surrounding area.
There are a number of nurseries, primary and secondary schools in Barnard Castle including Barnard Castle School and Teesdale School.
Darlington and Bishop Auckland are both within close proximity, while the cities of Newcastle, Durham, York and Leeds also easily accessible.
The property lies within easy reach of the A66 and A1(M) bringing many areas within commuting distance.
Ground Floor - The ground floor comprises a spacious living room with double glazed window to front elevation.
The hallway provides access to the ground floor WC and open plan kitchen/dining space with French windows to rear garden.
The kitchen comprises a matching range of wall and base units incorporating rolled edge worksurfaces with sink unit, gas hob, electric oven, integrated dishwasher, washing machine and extractor fan.
First Floor - Upstairs there are three bedrooms providing ample space for a growing family, on the landing there is a large double cupboard suitable for storage.
The master bedroom with ample space for freestanding wardrobe and a private en-suite with wall mounted wash hand basin, low level WC, heated towel rail and walk-in shower.
The modern family bathroom is equipped with a panelled bath, wall mounted wash hand basin and low level WC with heated towel rail.
Externally - Grassholme Way benefits from a generous rear garden with side access gate mainly laid to lawn with fenced boundaries.
Garage And Parking - A single garage with roller door and parking space for one vehicle. Tenure - The property is believed to be offered freehold with vacant possession on completion.
Local Authority And Council Tax Band - Durham County Council Tel: . The property is banded C Particulars And Photographs - Particulars written in April 2026. Photographs taken in April 2026.
Services And Other Information - Mains electricity, gas and drainage, and water are connected. Gas fired central heating.
Condition Of Sale - Anti Money Laundering - Should a purchaser(s) have an offer accepted on a property marketed by GSC Grays they will need to undertake an identification check.
This is done to meet our obligation under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) and is a legal requirement. We use a specialist third party service to verify your identity.
The cost of these checks is £37.50 plus VAT (£45.00 inc VAT) per buyer, which is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued. This charge is non-refundable.
Viewings - Strictly by appointment only via GSC Grays. Agents Note - The property is sold subject to a service charge to maintain green areas on the estate. For further information contact GSC Grays.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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