The Coach House, The Hermitage, Chester le Street, DH2

This is an excellent opportunity to acquire this superb Coach House conversion which comprises one of the largest properties within this prestigious and unique development. The Coach House is situated within an attractive block-paved courtyard and is one of the few properties that benefit from its own private garden. The large Garage is situated within the courtyard immediately adjacent to The Coach House. The spacious layout is complemented by an excellent specification and the accommodation has been further enhanced by the current owners to create a beautifully presented home which has retained exceptional character in keeping with the magnificent 19th Century mansion house and outbuildings. It includes gas-fired central heating via radiators, double glazing and an alarm system. To the ground floor, the entrance hall leads to the impressive 21ft Lounge at the rear with a feature fireplace and French windows to a good-sized Conservatory overlooking the garden. The spacious 17ft kitchen/dining room is particularly impressive and has been recently fitted with an extensive range of units and integral appliances. It also incorporates a wood-burning stove set within a recessed fireplace. On the first floor, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms. The master bedroom incorporates a luxury refitted En suite Shower room/wc and the good-sized principal Bathroom/wc has been newly refitted with a white suite. This is a very rare opportunity to acquire a stunning property offering a luxurious lifestyle, which combines the privacy of its own grounds whilst on the doorstep of luxury facilities included within the estate.

The Hermitage Estate

One of the region's most prestigious and exclusive developments centred on a magnificent mansion constructed at the turn of the nineteenth century and set within approximately 70 acres of park and woodland. Residents have exclusive use of the development's private indoor swimming pool, sauna, exercise club, tennis court, lake, woodland footpaths and conservatory. Entrance gates to the estate are automated and remote-controlled by audio and video entry controls from each dwelling.

The main entrance gates to The Hermitage Estate are situated adjacent to the A167 at the southern end of Chester-le-Street. The town has a wide range of shops, schools and amenities and forms an excellent commuter base with road links including the A167, A1M and the A183 linking Darlington, Durham City, Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne and Sunderland. The railway station is situated on the main east coast line linking London and Edinburgh and provides rapid commuting to Durham City and Newcastle upon Tyne.

Tenure: Leasehold
Term: from 24 March 2017 expiring at midnight on 23 March 2188

Ground Rent: Peppercorn

Service Charge: £5,620.50 for financial year ending 31st October 2024

Agents Notes:
The Hermitage is Grade ll Listed
Covenants: Standard estate covenants affect the property. Details are referred to in the Land Registry Title Register and contained within the original lease dated 7th July 2000 from McCarrick Construction Company Limited.
The Title Register and Leases are available for inspection.
Council Tax Band: G (Durham County Council)
Conservation Area: No
Selective Licencing Area: Not Included
Mains Services: Gas, Electricity, Water, Sewage
Broadband: Superfast fibre broadband is available in the postcode 30 Mbps. BT and Sky satellite/fibre TV are also available.
Mobile Coverage: Major networks provide mobile coverage.
Flood Risk: Rivers & Seas – No Risk; Surface Water – Very Low