Mount Pleasant, Cotherstone

Situated in the heart of Cotherstone is a striking Victorian family home requiring some refurbishment. Mount Pleasant oozes character with traditional high ceilings and benefits from a paddock (approx 0.2 acre) and outbuildings.

Situation & Amenities - Ideally situated for easy access to the local towns of Barnard Castle, Darlington and Richmond, whilst the cities of Newcastle, Durham, York and Leeds are within easy reach. Main line train stations can be found at Darlington and Durham, with International Airports at Newcastle and Leeds Bradford. The A66 and A1(M) are easily accessible bringing many areas within commuting distance. Cotherstone benefits from two public houses, a café/shop plus a popular Primary School. State secondary school with sixth form, public school and prep school at Barnard Castle







































Accommodation -

Ground Floor - The property benefits from separate dining and living rooms with traditional gas fires, both including views over the village. The kitchen incorporates many desirable features including freestanding island with 1 1/2 sink and Rayburn gas stove with stone overmantel. There is also an integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer, pantry storage and wall and base units. A west facing sun room with external doors to the rear garden provides additional space. The ground floor also benefits from a study with fitted cupboards, cellar plus utility space with WC, plumbing for white goods.

First Floor - On the first floor there is a spacious master bedroom with en-suite bathroom incorporating a freestanding shower, WC and pedestal sink. There are two further bedrooms, one overlooking the front aspect and one overlooking the rear.

Externally - To the rear of the property there is a large walled garden that has been mainly laid to lawn with planted borders and stone feature. To the side of the sunroom is a patio courtyard with door leading to the garage. Beyond the gardens is a small paddock with stone built outbuildings. which could provide a development opportunity subject to the necessary planning consents. The front aspect includes further walled garden and tiered patio.

Garage & Parking - The property benefits from an elongated driveway with ample space for vehicles. There is a generously sized attached single garage with power and electric up and over door.

Tenure - The property is believed to be offered freehold with vacant possession on completion.

Local Authority And Council Tax Band - Durham County Council Tel: .
For Council Tax purposes the property is banded E.

Particulars - Particulars written in March 2025.
Photographs taken in March 2025.

Services And Other Information - Mains electricity, gas and drainage, and water are connected. Gas fired central heating. Please note there is a culvert pipe running underneath the paddock belonging to Mount Pleasant to support the drainage of the neighbouring field.