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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · DH6 5PJ
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About
Bell Avenue is situated within Bowburn, a popular and well-connected village approximately four miles south of Durham City.
The location is particularly convenient for commuters, with Junction 61 of the A1(M) providing excellent north and southbound road connections, while the A688 offers convenient east-west links across County Durham and beyond.
A beautifully presented and generously proportioned four-bedroom detached family home, occupying an attractive position on Bell Avenue.
Finished to an excellent standard throughout, the property offers spacious and versatile accommodation, complemented by a stylish contemporary interior and excellent access to Durham City and the wider North East.
The ground floor has been thoughtfully designed with modern family living in mind.
A welcoming entrance hall leads through to the spacious living room, which features an impressive contemporary media wall incorporating an inset feature fire, creating an attractive focal point to the room.
To the rear of the property is a particularly impressive open-plan kitchen and dining room, providing an excellent space for both everyday family life and entertaining.
The kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of modern units, complemented by contrasting wood-effect work surfaces and integrated appliances.
The adjoining dining area offers ample space for a large family dining table and benefits from direct access to the rear garden, creating a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces.
A separate utility room provides useful additional storage and appliance space, while a convenient ground-floor WC completes the accommodation on this level.
To the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms.
The generous principal bedroom benefits from a stylish en-suite shower room, while the three remaining bedrooms offer excellent flexibility for children, guests or those seeking a dedicated home office or study.
A modern family bathroom, fitted with a contemporary white suite, serves the additional bedrooms.
Externally, the property enjoys a lawned front garden, together with a private driveway providing excellent off-road parking and access to the integral garage, which offers valuable additional storage.
To the rear is a fully enclosed, west facing family garden, featuring a paved patio seating area, lawn and established planting.
The garden provides a pleasant and versatile outdoor space, ideal for children, entertaining or simply enjoying the warmer months.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact.
The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given.
All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed.
If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view.
POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details.
A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions.
Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases. QDR260384/2
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