Hill Top, Durham, County Durham, DH7

Seldom does the opportunity arise to purchase a property of this magnitude. Situated within a generous plot, this 4-bed detached family home has been beautifully renovated and sits in a spectacular elevated setting providing sweeping views of the scenic landscape and picturesque surroundings. The sale is to include a working stables as well as a walled paddock to the rear. The whole plot occupies approximately 1.45 acres. This is a fantastic business opportunity for property investors looking to add to their existing portfolio. With the converting of the original stables, this could could present new and exciting business ventures including potential holiday lets. Being sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid £650,000.

The property has an attractive floor plan which briefly comprises: front porch, study / office, cloak room / WC, living room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room with integrated appliances, utility room and rear porch. Found to the first floor is the master bedroom with en-suite, a further three spacious bedrooms, communal bathroom and balcony area. The property boasts gas central heating with double glazed windows throughout.

This home occupies a pleasant rural setting just outside of Esh Village on the hillside above Langley Park, boasting views over the surrounding Deerness Valley countryside. There are easy access routes to both Langley Park and Durham City Centre which play host to numerous shopping and recreational facilities. The location also provides great commuting options for those travelling to Newcastle, Sunderland and Darlington. The property is situated in an excellent location concerning catchment areas with the home covered by both primary and secondary schools.

Externally there is a rear courtyard complete with a patio section and timber decking area, benefitting from direct sunlight throughout the day and offering a good degree of privacy. The property comes equipped with a double garage and hardcourt driveway, benefitting from an electric door with remote control and has lighting and wall sockets internally. The home is served by mains gas, mains water, mains electricity supply and mains drainage.

*An additional acre of land is available for purchase subject to negotiations*

Front Porch
The entrance to the home is through a PVC solid door, leading into an entrance hallway present with a large storage cupboard.

Office / Study
4.19m x 3.98m
This large reception room is present with front facing windows providing westerly views. The room further comprises of stairs leading to the landing area and four bedrooms and is present with a wall mounted radiator. This area is currently serving as a home office with fitted Hammonds furniture present. Carpets to floors throughout.

Lounge
5.21m x 4.14m
This room is positioned to the front of the property adjacent to the office and is present with a solid fuel open fire set in a Victorian tiled, cast iron and original solid oak fireplace. Present also are two front facing windows, ornate exposed beams to the ceiling, a wall mounted radiator and double-glazed panel doors leading to the dining room. Carpets to floors throughout.

Dining Room
4.17m x 3.42m
This room comprises of rear facing French doors providing access to the courtyard / garden area, exposed beams to the ceiling and two wall mounted radiators. Carpets to floors throughout.

Kitchen / Family Room
3.90m x 4.45m / 4.61m x 3.11m
This open-plan space combines a brickwork extension, accommodating a dining area, with a large kitchen creating a beautiful and light living space spanning over 27 m2. This living space boasts Karndean flooring throughout, feature windows to south aspect, a range of wall and base units with contrasting black granite worktops and a recessed stainless-steel sink with a drainer to the central island. The kitchen is present with integrated appliances including a six-ring hob Rangemaster cooker, dishwasher, American style fridge freezer and various pantry cupboards. Fitted wall mounted radiator can be found positioned under the windows as well as under cupboard lighting to kitchen units.

Utility Room
2.65m x 2.56m
Situated off of the kitchen this room comprises of wall and base units, stainless steel sink and plumbing access for both a washing machine and tumble dryer. Present also a large storage cupboard and a wall mounted Worcester Bosch gas combi boiler.

Ground Floor WC
Positioned to the middle of the home this room comprises of a wash basin, chrome heated towel rail, WC and boasts electric under-floor heating.

Rear Porch
Rear door leading to courtyard garden with a wall mounted radiator present.

Landing
Providing access to the four double bedrooms. There are two loft access points with one loft space fully boarded. Carpets throughout.

Master Bedroom
4.41m x 3.72m
Located to the left of the landing, this generously sized room comprises of west facing windows, two wall mounted radiators and carpets throughout. An internal door provides access to the en-suite.

En-Suite
Positioned off of the master bedroom this room is present with tiling to walls, walk-in shower cubicle, vanity units housing the wash hand basin, WC, heated towel rail and non-slip flooring.

Bedroom Two
4.17m x 3.37m
Located to the rear of the property, this bedroom boasts dual windows providing stunning views of the landscape, a double radiator and wood flooring throughout.

Bedroom Three
4.00m x 3.39m
This bedroom is positioned to the rear of the property and benefits from a balcony offering spectacular panoramic views over the Deerness Valley, an internal door providing access to this area, a wall mounted radiator and wood flooring throughout.

Bathroom
This bathroom comprises of beautiful natural stone tiling, double ended bath with whirlpool spa along with recessed TV to wall. Present also a walk-in shower cubicle with rain forest shower heads, integrated vanity unit with storage cupboards and drawers housing a wash basin and a heated towel rail. The room is complete with under-floor heating and an opaque glazed window.

Bedroom Four
4.14m x 2.23m
Overlooking the front of the property this bedroom comprises of a front facing window, integrated cupboard, two wall mounted radiator with wood flooring throughout.

Council Tax Band - D

Services - Mains water, gas and electricity are available to the property but none of these, nor any of the appliances attached thereto, have been tested by Nicholas Humphreys, who gives no warranties as to their condition or working order. Telephone subject to suppliers regulations.

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Local Authority - Durham County Council, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4SG

Fixtures, Fittings & Appliances - The mention of any fixtures, fittings and/or appliances does not imply they are in full efficient working order.

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Auctioneers Additional Comments
Pattinson Auction are working in Partnership with the marketing agent on this online auction sale and are referred to below as 'The Auctioneer'.

This auction lot is being sold either under conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer in partnership with the marketing agent.

The property is available to be viewed strictly by appointment only via the Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Bids can be made via the Marketing Agents or via The Auctioneers website.

Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between both any marketing agent and The Auctioneer in order that all matters can be dealt with effectively.

The property is being sold via a transparent online auction.
In order to submit a bid upon any property being marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders/buyers will be required to adhere to a verification of identity process in accordance with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.
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A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers' obligations and sellers' commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments
In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price of the property. The deposit will be a contribution to the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum of 6,000 inc VAT) is also required to be paid upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price and consideration should be made by the purchaser in relation to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with overall purchase costs.

Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may believe necessary or beneficial to the customer to pass their details to third party service suppliers, from which a referral fee may be obtained. There is no requirement or indeed obligation to use these recommended suppliers or services.