Front Street, Staindrop, Darlington, Durham, DL2

Charming Grade II Listed Freehold Property with Tea Room Business and Spacious Residence
Front Street, Staindrop, Darlington, DL2

A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional Grade II listed property situated in the picturesque and historic village of Staindrop, County Durham. This beautifully maintained mixed-use freehold combines an established tea room business with a substantial five-bedroom residence, offering heritage charm, commercial potential, and a desirable village lifestyle.

In addition to the current set-up, the property also presents exciting scope for alternative uses — whether conversion into a stunning and expansive family home, or reconfiguration into two spacious flats (subject to the necessary consents).

Property Overview
This elegant terraced property blends period features with flexible functionality, encompassing both commercial and residential spaces across three floors. It presents an ideal purchase for entrepreneurs seeking to live and work from the same location, investors looking for dual-purpose income streams, or families in search of a characterful home with business potential.

Commercial Premises – “The Country Tea Shop”
The ground floor hosts a popular and warmly regarded tea room, attracting both locals and visitors exploring the North Pennines and surrounding countryside. The commercial layout includes:

Front Tea Room / Restaurant Area: Cosy and character-filled, with traditional styling and seating capacity for guests.

A versatile residential dining room, which can be used as an overflow dining area or a private, intimate dining space.

Preparation Kitchen: Conveniently located for front-of-house service.

Kitchen: A residential kitchen thoughtfully designed and fitted to a commercial standard, offering high-quality fixtures and ample space for efficient meal preparation.

Store Room: For dry goods, utensils, and inventory.

WC: For customer and staff use.

Utility Room: Additional operational space, laundry or prep area with WC.

The business currently operates under a successful brand and holds further potential for expansion, including takeaway services, event catering, or evening dining with appropriate permissions.

Residential Accommodation
The private living quarters are arranged over the first and second floors, featuring generous proportions, high ceilings, and preserved architectural details:

First Floor
Spacious Living Room: Overlooking the village green, ideal for family relaxation or entertaining.

Double Bedroom: Peaceful and well-lit with ample storage.

Family Bathroom and a seperate walk in shower room both located on the first floor.

Second Floor
Master Bedroom: Generously sized with village views.

Three Additional Bedrooms: Perfect for children, guests, or home office use.

Heritage & Location
Located in the heart of Staindrop, this property benefits from the village’s rich history, proximity to Raby Castle, and a strong sense of community. It is well-positioned for access to Darlington, Barnard Castle, and the A66/A1(M) for regional commuting. Local amenities, primary schooling, and scenic walking routes are all within easy reach.

Summary
This is a truly rare opportunity to purchase a freehold Grade II listed property with an established business and spacious family accommodation in one of County Durham’s most desirable villages. Whether you’re looking to run a boutique hospitality venture, invest in a historic property, or enjoy a lifestyle home with income, this exceptional offering ticks all the boxes.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the size and potential of this property.

Buyer Process: Our customers use British Homebuyers to either purchase or assist in selling properties quickly and reliably. Therefore any new applicants to purchase are subject to vetting to ensure they meet strict criteria.

Exclusivity Fee:

You can secure the purchase today by paying an exclusivity fee of £2,000 which gives you the rights to purchase within a given timeframe. The exclusivity fee is returned to you upon successful completion of the property.

A processing fee of £200 is required in order to draw up an exclusive legally binding contract between the buyer and seller. This gives the buyer exclusive rights to purchase within a pre-agreed timeframe.

Paying this fee ensures that the seller takes their property off the market and reserves it exclusively for you, therefore eliminating the risk of gazumping and aborted costs.

Disclaimer
The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers and do not constitute, any part of a contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise nor that any of the services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. Purchasers should satisfy themselves of this prior to purchasing. The photograph(s) depict only certain parts of the property. It should not be assumed that any contents/furniture etc. photographed are included in the sale. It should not be assumed that the property remains as displayed in the photograph(s). No assumption should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed. Any areas, measurements, aspects or distances referred to are given as a GUIDE ONLY and are NOT precise. If such details are fundamental to a purchase, purchasers must rely on their own enquiries. Descriptions of the property are subjective and are used in good faith as an opinion and NOT as a statement of fact. Please make further inquiries to ensure that our descriptions are likely to match any expectations you may have.