School View, Barnard Castle

Whilst "peaceful" is the first word that comes to mind when trying to encapsulate this idyllic property, "practical" is also on point. Situated in the pretty village of Whorlton near Barnard Castle you would be 5 minutes from Barnard Castle's town centre, a decent supermarket or the doctors' surgery. From a commuting perspective you would be 20 minutes from the A1 and 25 minutes from Darlington and consequently have access to a mainline train to London Kings Cross.

Barnard Castle is a thriving town with a busy, interesting community. Lifestyle-wise whether on your own or bringing family to the area, there is a lot to get involved in. From an array of sports clubs, theatre groups and musical societies, getting out into the surrounding countryside, visiting The famous Bowes Museum or Darlington's "Hopetown" Museum, there is an absolute wealth of interesting activities to become immersed in.

Whorlton village, thought to date back to Norman times, sits on an attractive meander of the River Tees where there used to be a ferry crossing and there still is a ferryman's cottage. But Whorlton is probably known best for its historic suspension bridge, built 193 years ago, with the original wrought iron cables supporting a wooden platform. The bridge offers locals a shortcut river crossing to the A66 in today's world, but was originally built for horses to carry coal from coal mines in the county. The toll house still exists and brought in fees up to 1914. Winston Churchill stood on the bridge in 1942 to watch soldiers practicing the art of crossing the river and scaling the cliffs.

The property, has a pretty, well-tended garden at the front which currently has a huge selection of mature plants. This garden has an attractive painted seating area where cushions can be deployed at appropriate moments to bask in sunshine. This offers a secluded, highly-appealing suntrap and a nice area in which to eat outside. The property has huge curb appeal, with its traditional look, stone-built walls and pan-tiled roof which is so typical of this beautiful village. There is a very decent amount of storage at the property with a matching substantial stone outbuilding with pan-tiled roof. There is also a secluded private parking space at the property,

As you enter through the front door into the lounge, natural floorboards, a multi-fuel stove and the light and airy decor gives a sense of clean lines, and serenity. There is a lovely, neutral colour scheme going on, allowing the natural colour of the wood to stand out. In essence the colours suit the house, and it feels ready to move into. The kitchen benefits from being fitted and well-organised and operations there are supported by the nearby outbuilding which is set up to perfectly house the laundry.

Ascending from the kitchen to the first floor there is a spacious stairwell which is very well lit with natural daylight. At the half way point there is a half landing and there is an attractive bookcase built into the wall.The bathroom is spacious, and easily accommodates a bath, a full cubicle shower and showcases a beautiful original fireplace. Upstairs all rooms have cottage-style doors and all windows are traditional wooden sash and double-glazed. The two bedrooms easily house a double bed and wardrobes and look very comfortable, being once again light and airey and spacious.

This is a lovely place, and a very picturesque property, full of charm and character. For a viewing please call us now.

Council Tax Band: C (Durham Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Rights & easements: Private right of way
Right of way across back garden to rear of neighbour's property