Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13

High Kay Lees Farm offers an exciting opportunity to acquire a farm which enjoys a mixture of meadow and pasture land extending to 104.96 Ac (42.48 HA), a range of modern and traditional outbuildings, alongside a stunning, stone built four bedroom family home which has been renovated with no expense spared.

High Kay Lees Farm is situated close to the popular village of Hamsterley and offers a rare opportunity to acquire a 104.96 Ac (42.48 HA) farm with a stunning detached farmhouse, a range of useful outbuildings/stables and also potential to convert existing buildings (subject to consents). Set amongst open countryside and enjoying open views to all sides, High Kaye Lees Farm would suit a wide variety of purchasers.
The property is accessed via a private track from the roadside, amongst open countryside, with the properties land extending to either side, leading to the farmhouse.

The main entrance is to the front elevation, via a composite door which leads into the spacious dining room, with plush neutral carpets which extend through both reception rooms. Boasting a multi fuel stove, set in a newly built, bespoke stone inglenook with stone hearth. The front window offers a deep stone window sill, ideal for enjoying the open views beyond, while the room is further lit by spotlights to the ceiling.

From the dining room is the equally spacious living room, again with a front view aspect overlooking the properties land and beyond, and having a deep stone window sill and spotlights to the ceiling. The room is warmed by a further bespoke stone inglenook with a matching mantel and hearth, which houses a multi fuel stove.

The inner hallway offers ample space for the removal and storage of coats and boots and has a tiled floor, which is warmed by underfloor heating which extends throughout the property and offers an entry door to the front aspect of the property. From here, there is a cloakroom which has a newly fitted vanity wash hand basin, WC with enclosed cistern and is fully tiled throughout. There is also a useful utility/laundry room from the hall, with cupboards which house controls for the underfloor heating and security system, alongside wall hung cupboards and a working surface with plumbing for white goods under.

The ground floor accommodation is completed by the spacious, modern and well equipped kitchen, which has been designed and fitted with no expense spared. Boasting bifold doors with magnetic closing catches, which wrap around the kitchen, interspersed with exposed brick walls, allowing the kitchen and patio area to become extensions of each other and allowing enjoyment of the open countryside which surrounds the property. The kitchen has a tiled floor and offers an excellent range of high quality gloss wall, base and larder units, alongside an island unit. The cabinets are topped with Silestone working surfaces which extends to splashback areas and incorporates a sink unit, while they are underlit with LED lights, there are also spotlights to the ceiling. There are a number of top of the range appliances including a full size under counter wine cooler with touch opening, a Siemens double eye level oven, with a warming draw and microwave, a Siemens electric flex induction hob, with a downdraft extractor full length fridge and a dishwasher. The kitchen also offers ample space for informal dining, having a built in breakfast bar area with space for 8-10 seats.

From the hallway, a light oak staircase with string cut glass balustrade, leads to the first floor, with a window to the left hand side overlooking the stables and land, and having a wide stone sill.

The main bedroom is an incredibly spacious double, which has ample space for freestanding furniture and enjoys unrivalled views over the local countryside. Conveniently serviced by a top of the range, bespoke dura-fit en-suite shower room, which is fully tiled and faces the front and has a clear glazed window overlooking the land to the rear of the property. The suite comprises of a built in shower enclosure with powdered rain rainfall and a handheld shower, a low level WC with a built in cistern and a vanity wash hand basin with a lit mirrored storage cupboard above.

The second bedroom is also a double of excellent proportions, which enjoys a front view aspect with open views and has ample space for freestanding furniture.

The first floor is completed by the house bathroom, which is fitted with a high quality dura-fit bathroom and is fully tiled throughout. A Waters of Ashbourne Stone bath with Axor freestanding tap overlooks the plain glass window which enjoys open views to the rear. There is a
built in shower enclosure with both rainfall and handheld showers, low level WC with a built in cistern and a vanity wash hand basin with a lit mirrored storage cupboard above.

To the second floor, there is a spacious landing area which is lit by Velux windows and offers space for work or play, alongside two well proportioned built in storage cupboards. Bedrooms three and four are both double rooms, of equal proportions. Both offer character with cathedral beams to the ceiling and Velux windows which overlook the properties extensive land. The second bedroom also offers a side aspect window.

Externally, the property is approached by a private track which is bordered to each side by the properties land. A long track leads to the farmhouse, where there is a pleasant patio area to the front, which is enclosed by a stone wall and has ample space for a table and chairs, to enjoy an al-fresco meal or drink and enjoy the stunning views which surround the property. To the rear of the farmhouse, there is a large area of parking and also space for further seating if required.

Land and Buildings
High Kaye Lees Farm offers a mixture of productive meadow and pasture land which is split into eleven separate stockproof land parcels. The land extends to in the region of 104.96 Ac (42.48 HA). The land is currently farmed primarily for sheep production, however given the layout and nature of the farm, it could also lend itself to mixed livestock grazing as well as equine activities.

The land is serviced by a range of modern and traditional buildings, which include a steel framed, open sided general purpose building, alongside a former stone byre which extends to a further open sided building, a garage and also a stable. There is also a stone built traditional agricultural building which could be utilised for future development, such as a home studio, office or as a commercial venture such as a holiday let or a residential property, subject to all necessary planning permission being completed.

Environmental Land Management Schemes
A five-year Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier Agreement is currently in place at High Kay Lees Farm ending on 31st December 2026. The Mid Tier Agreement offers an annual revenue payment in the region of £11,000 per year. It is anticipated that the new owner of High Kay Lees Farm would continue with the agreement until its completion.

Tenure & Possession
Freehold with vacant possession

EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of D|68

Local Authority
Durham County Council
Banded E

Utilities
The property offers electrics via a 100amp surge supply which is newly fitted, while heating system is gas is via a LPG tank through a combination boiler which is situated in one of the buildings. Sewerage is via a private septic tank, water is mains fed.

There has been provisions made by the current owner to install an air source heat pump and also solar panels, however any purchaser will need to undertake this, if desired at their own cost, post completion.

Mobile service is limited within the property and all prospective buyers are advised to make their own due diligence re this matter.

There is no fixed broadband within the property, however internet is provided by BT rural boosters which are situated within the loft.

Notes
1. There is asbestos present in the roof of some of the buildings
2. All windows are newly fitted UPVC.
3. The heating is by a gas boiler and is underfloor heating throughout with individual thermostats
Parking
The property has a large area of hard standing which provides ample off road parking.

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Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.

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Hamsterley is a thriving and popular village lying to the east of the A68. It supports a public house and sports social club, primary school, church, and village hall, and comprises an interesting variety of houses and cottages. Adjoining, is the renowned Hamsterley Forest which offers wonderful opportunities for recreational pursuits.
The surrounding towns of Darlington, Barnard Castle and Bishop Auckland provide a further range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities. For the commuter, the A68 and A1(M) provide links with the major commercial centres of the northeast, while Darlington mainline railway station and Durham Tees Valley International Airport offer further communications to the rest of the country. Many of the region’s renowned beauty spots can be found within a short drive.