Front Street, Wearhead, DL13

This beautifully renovated 3 bedroom detached stone cottage is a true countryside gem, located in the picturesque village of Wearhead, Weardale. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this property offers access straight out the door into the surrounding countryside and provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The interior of the cottage has been tastefully and meticulously designed, while still retaining its charming character. With no onward chain, this property is ready for you to move in and make it your own. On the ground floor there's a spacious and bright living room, and open plan dining room, creating a really inviting atmosphere. The kitchen is modern yet tastefully in keeping with the character of the cottage.

One of the standout features of this property is its dual fuel heating system, offering a choice between a full log/coal heating and hot water system, as well as a full electric heating and hot water system. This ensures optimal comfort throughout the year, regardless of the weather. The Upvc sash style opening windows throughout also contribute to both the aesthetics and the energy efficiency of the house. There are two bathrooms, one on the ground floor and one on the first floor, ensuring convenience for both residents and guests.

To the side of the property the kitchen opens out via patio doors on to a decking seating area which is perfect for summer days and long summer evenings. Additionally, there is a small front fenced garden which is currently gravelled to provide a further outdoor seating area.

The property is located in the peaceful village of Wearheard, with a local primary school and transport links to the other Weardale villages where shops, pubs and other local amenities can be found. With tranquillity and beauty of rural living, a fantastically renovated interior, and sought after location, this property is sure to capture the hearts of those looking for a countryside retreat.

Living Room

5.25m x 4.49m

The spacious living room features painted wooden flooring and modern decoration with a vertical cast iron style radiator linked to the coal/log heating system and a further wall mounted radiator linked to the electrical heating system. There's a doorway from the living room into a porch which in turn provides access to the front of the property.

Dining Room

3.21m x 4.55m

The dining room is open plan with the living room and again features radiators for both heating systems, one of which is of vertical cast iron style. The original fireplace has been bricked up and is now home to modern free-standing bioethanol fuelled fire which sits on a tiled hearth. There's a useful built in storage cupboard and access to the downstairs bathroom. Flooring and decor ties in perfectly with the living room.

Downstairs Bathroom

1.65m x 1.76m

The downstairs bathroom is accessed from the dining room and the suite consists of a shower cubicle with electric shower, WC and hand wash basin with integrated storage below it. There is a heated towel rail and 2 further wall mounted storage units. The flooring and basin splash back is marble effect tiled, matching the tiles used within the shower cubicle.

Hallway

1.62m x 2.17m

The hallway links the kitchen, living room and staircase to the first floor. Flooring is carpeted, matching that used on the staircase and landing. All walls, the ceiling and woodwork are painted white for a clean and modern feel. There's a useful understairs storage cupboard, a wall mounted electric radiator and a sliding door providing access to the kitchen.

Kitchen

3.83m x 2.1m

The kitchen is positioned between the hallway and the side entrance of the property. The walls and flooring are tiled and the ceiling features downlights. The kitchen is home to the coal/log burner providing one of your heating and hot water options, however the burner also doubles as an oven. There's a ceramic 1.5 bowl sink with mixer tap and a range of wooden fitted storage units above and below counter. Upvc patio doors provide natural light and access out on to the decking area.

Landing

4.67m x 0.96m + 1.40m x 1.40m

The landing is L-shaped and benefits from 2 large built in storage cupboards in addition to a 3rd cupboard which houses the electric boiler for the linked hot water system. The beams in the ceiling are stylishly painted in a contrasting colour to the ceiling boards above, and the top of the staircase benefits from natural light provided by 2 roof light windows.

Bedroom 1

3.95m x 4.49m

Bedroom 1 is a great size and benefits from 2 windows, both Upvc sash style opening and with deep window sills, as found throughout the property. The exposed beams in the ceiling are painted in a contrasting colour to the boarding above giving a clean modern look while maintaining original character. There's also a useful large integrated storage cupboard.

Bedroom 2

3.75m x 3.48m

Bedroom 2 is also generously sized and benefits from several character features, namely a period fireplace and an internal window in the wall adjoining the landing. This room also benefits from a built-in storage cupboard. Radiators linked to both heating systems are again present and like all rooms in this house, the decoration is modern yet tasteful to the period of the property.

Bedroom 3

3.9m x 2.23m

Although it's the smallest of the 3, Bedroom 3 is a fantastic room, flooded with natural light from 2 roof lights and a further window in the wall. Like others it also benefits from built in storage and radiators for both heating systems. If not required as a bedroom this room makes a perfect home office.

Main Bathroom

1.66m x 1.9m

The main bathroom is positioned at the end of the landing and features tiled flooring and nearly full tiled walls. The suite comprises of a panel bath with electric shower and mini screen, WC and hand wash basin with an integrated storage unit below. There is additional wall mounted storage and above mirror lighting.

Front Garden

To the side of the property the kitchen opens out via patio doors on to a decking seating area which is perfect for summer days and long summer evenings Additionally, there is a small front fenced garden which is currently gravelled to provide a further outdoor seating area.