Allensford, Allensford, Consett, Durham, DH8 9BA

Rare to the market this quite truly remarkable substantial detached residence believed to stretch back over 400 years, Set in substantial grounds and mature gardens approximately 6 acres of land. The property has undergone extensive renovation throughout over the past 3 years and still in the process of completing the work which will be finalised in January 2025. The property boasts 6 bedrooms, five reception rooms and four bathrooms. This period property has maintained a lot of the original features but has also had considerable improvements to the property with a new kitchen, bathrooms, all sash windows fully refurbished and restrung, log burners serviced and swept, new boiler and central heating throughout, fully rewired, decoration, carpets and flooring. There is a new sewerage treatment plant, main water and Star link 120MB internet with integral security cameras. The property still undertaking further restoration and more photographs will be added.
The fabulous grounds are entered via a magnificent stone archway and double doors into the stone walled gardens which stretch back as far as the Wharnley Burn Waterfall. The redwoods in the grounds are estimated to be as old as the Hall and were a popular introduction into the grounds of large estate homes at this time. The gates leading into the estate were acquired from the when local abattoir closed and like the wrought iron fencing which was salvaged from the Consett Hall which was demolished in the 1950s date from the early 20th Century.
Located in the hamlet to the West of Consett on the River Derwent, 16 miles from Durham and 25 miles into Newcastle. Consett offers local shops, supermarkets, bars, restaurants and schools.
Should anybody wish to view the property prior to completion in January we are more than happy to show you round.





Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold