Thringarth, Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12

A beautifully presented, detached barn conversion occupying an elevated position with views over Grassholme Reservoir. The full site extends to approximately 0.6Ha (1.48Ac) in all, while the property offers five reception rooms and four double bedrooms, as well as a detached four car garage and workshop. Available with no onward chain.

The Property
Low Nook Cottage is a beautifully presented, detached family home set in approximately 0.6Ha (1.48Ac) in all. Occupying an elevated position with far reaching views over Grassholme Reservoir and the surrounding countryside, the property also offers a detached four car garage and workshop, as well as stabling for one pony and would ideally suit family living.

The main entrance leads into the reception hallway, featuring stone flooring and underfloor heating throughout the ground floor. To the right hand side, there is a useful boot room.

To the left hand side, steps lead down to the utility room, which includes a range of base mounted storage units, as well as voids for freestanding white goods. There is also a ground floor WC, as well as access to the cinema room with a projector screen and spotlighting to the ceiling. This room was formerly the attached double garage to the dwelling.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of walnut effect base units, topped with contrasting worktops which incorporate a stainless steel sink. Integral appliances include a double eye level oven, a microwave, an electric four ring hob, a dishwasher, two fridges and a freezer. There is also an electric AGA as the focal point. A central island unit provides further workspace, while the room is flooded with natural light courtesy of the Velux skylight and French doors leading out to the rear patio.

To the left hand side of the kitchen, steps lead down to the living room which enjoys a dual aspect view overlooking Grassholme Reservoir and the open countryside beyond. There is a multi fuel stove providing a focal point to the room, while one of the staircases provides access to the first floor accommodation.

An inner hallway/snug leads off the kitchen and provides access to an additional living room. Featuring a modern three sided electric flame effect fireplace, the room is light and airy courtesy of the vaulted ceiling with Velux skylights.
The gym is accessed via this room and provides an additional versatile reception room which could be utilised for a number of purposes.

The dining room leads off the inner hallway, and features tiled flooring and an impressive inglenook housing a multi fuel stove. An additional staircase rises to the first floor landing from this room.

The study completes the ground floor accommodation, and is fitted with an extensive range of integral fitted furniture to include three desk areas, with drawer and shelving units.

Stairs from the living room rise to the first floor landing. To the left hand side lies the master bedroom, a well proportioned double enjoying a dual aspect and full height vaulted ceiling. The master bedroom is serviced by a dressing room with a range of fitted wardrobes, leading into an en-suite comprising a wall hung WC with a concealed cistern, a wash hand basin, a bath and a walk-in shower with mains fed shower over. A Velux window floods the en-suite with natural light and enjoys stunning views.

To the first floor, there are an additional three double bedrooms, two of which benefit from a range of fitted wardrobes, as well as a Jack and Jill bathroom fitted with a modern white suite comprising a low level WC, a wash hand basin and a corner bath.

The final double bedroom is well proportioned and benefits from a cast iron feature fireplace. This room is also serviced by en-suite facilities comprising a WC, a wash hand basin and a shower cubicle.

To the front of the property, there is a gravelled driveway providing ample off road parking for a number of vehicles. Accessed via electric gates, there is also a double storey, detached four car garage, with electric roller doors and a workshop on the lower ground floor which also features an electric roller door providing vehicular access.

There is also a range of kennelling available. To the side, there is gated access leading to the adjoining paddock, which also provides access to a useful timber outbuilding and singular stable. The paddock extends to approximately 1 acre in all, features stockproof fencing and drops down to the river.

The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and features planted borders, as well as a delightful patio area, ideal for entertaining and enjoying the fantastic views on offer. There is also a detached, modular garden building which features electric underfloor heating throughout, a sunken 6 person hot tub and a kitchen area comprising a range of base mounted storage units, topped with contrasting worktops. There is also an under counter fridge. The garden building also includes a modern fitted shower room.

Notes
1. The access track is unregistered, however the property is understood to benefit from a right of access. Maintenance of the access track is split with a neighbouring property, Low Nook Cottage is responsible to cover 30% of this cost.

2. Please note that there is no approved planning permission in place for the modern garden building, this was constructed in 2020. The vendors are willing to offer a suitable indemnity insurance policy for this.

3. There is a Wayleave agreement in place for the electrical apparatus within the paddock with Northern Powergrid. The property receives approximately £14 per annum for this.

4. The property and paddock are held on separate titles.

5. Viewers are advised to use the entrance next to Chapel Garth.

Tenure & Possession
Low Nook Cottage is Good Leasehold and is held on the Mickleton Lease dating back to 1607 for a term of 1000 years. No ground rent is payable.

The adjoining paddock land is held on a separate title and is Freehold. Available with vacant possession upon completion.

EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of B/86.

Local Authority
Durham County Council. The property is Council Tax Band E.

Utilities
The property benefits from mains electricity. Drainage is to a private septic tank. The central heating system is oil fired. Water is from a spring supply which features a UV filtration system.

The property also benefits from photovoltaic solar panels with a 9kW battery on the roof of the detached garage. The roof mounted PV system has been operating for 2 years and there is no Feed-In Tariff agreement or Smart Export Guarantee contract in place.

Parking
There is a gravelled parking area providing off road parking for numerous vehicles, as well as a detached, four car garage with electric roller doors.

Characteristics
Broadband is currently connected via Starlink Satellite with average download speeds of approximately 200mbps. Mobile coverage is available, interested parties are advised to perform their own due diligence in respect of availability.

The property is located within a Conservation area.

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Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with GFW.

Important Notice
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The Area
Thringarth is an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty bisected by the river Lune with Grassholme and Selset Reservoirs at its heart. The nearby centre of Middleton-in-Teesdale provides a traditional range of amenities with a wider selection of shopping, educational and recreational facilities being found within the historic market town of Barnard Castle.
Many renowned beauty spots are close at hand beyond which can be found the delights of North Yorkshire, the Lake District, Northumberland and the East Coast.

For the commuter the A66, A67 and A1 (M) provide links with the major commercial centres of the North East. Darlington Mainline Railway Station and Durham Tees Valley International Airport offer further communications with the rest of the country.