8 Ash Meadows, Picktree, Washington, County Durham

Accommodation in Brief
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall | Kitchen/Dining Room | Sunroom | Study | Living Room | Principal Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room | Second Double Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room | Double Bedroom | Family Bathroom | Kitchen | WC

First Floor Annexe (Above Garage)
Open Plan Living Space

Externally
Triple Garage | Landscaped Front & Rear Garden Summer House | Treehouse | Log Store | Shed

The Property
Set within an exclusive development, this detached single-storey home occupies a magnificent plot where landscaped gardens and mature planting create a private and picturesque setting. Approached via a sweeping drive with generous parking and a triple garage, the property immediately conveys a sense of arrival. Inside, large windows and glazed doors frame garden views at every turn, filling the interiors with light and connecting each room to its surroundings. The result is a bright, welcoming home of impressive scale with an easy flow into the surrounding gardens.

The entrance hall, finished with oak flooring, provides a natural central hub. Double doors open into the formal living room, an elegant space anchored by a log-burning stove set within an oak surround. Wide glazing draws the eye outside, while sliding doors open directly to a patio terrace, extending the living space into the garden.

From the living room, you enter the dining room, a well-proportioned space ideal for entertaining. An open archway connects the dining area to the kitchen, which is crafted in solid handmade oak with granite worktops, combining traditional craftsmanship with enduring quality. A peninsula provides both preparation space and informal seating, while integrated appliances include a Smeg range cooker, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher.

The kitchen/dining space connects directly to both the study and the sunroom. The study is lit by extensive windows with views over the gardens and has its own door leading outside. The sunroom’s walls of glazing provide panoramic views over the gardens and direct access to the terrace, creating a tranquil space to enjoy the setting year-round.

The bedroom accommodation lies on the opposite side of the entrance hall from the main living spaces, ensuring privacy and quiet. The newly renovated principal bedroom suite offers a private retreat with bespoke fitted furniture and a contemporary finish. A freestanding bathtub is positioned to take in views through floor-to-ceiling glazed doors that open directly to the garden, allowing natural light to flood the space. The en-suite is equally impressive, featuring a walk-in shower with frameless glass, high-quality fixtures, underfloor heating, and a calm, spa-like atmosphere. Two further bedrooms sit within this wing, one with its own en-suite, alongside a well-appointed family bathroom.

Beyond the main kitchen, a secondary hallway leads to a WC and a smaller kitchen that serves the self-contained annexe. This annexe occupies the first floor above the garage and provides flexibility for guests or extended family, incorporating its own living area and kitchen facilities.

Externally
The gardens are a defining feature of the property, carefully landscaped to offer both beauty and variety throughout the seasons. A natural-style pond with cascading waterfalls forms a tranquil focal point, edged with smooth stones and lush aquatic planting. Mature trees, flowering shrubs, and thoughtfully positioned borders create layers of colour and texture, while clipped lawns and curved pathways guide you through the grounds.

Several terraces provide options for outdoor dining or quiet relaxation, from sunlit spaces beside the house to shaded nooks tucked amongst the planting. The summer house is a highlight — equipped with power and a fridge, it is designed as a comfortable retreat and offers scope for use as a garden office, studio, or an inviting space for entertaining. Positioned to enjoy views across the garden, it includes seating areas both inside and out, making it equally enjoyable in all seasons.

A treehouse adds charm and adventure for younger visitors, while a log store ensures a ready supply of fuel for the wood-burning stove indoors. Every corner of the grounds has been considered, ensuring a setting that feels private, established, and engaging year-round, with the changing light and seasons continually altering its character.

Local Information
Nestled on the southern edge of Washington in Tyne and Wear, Picktree is a peaceful village set amidst rolling countryside, ideally placed for outdoor pursuits such as walking and cycling, including the Sea-to-Sea cycle route. It offers a strong sense of community, with a pub, cricket club, primary school, and useful local services. Nearby attractions include the Washington Wetland Centre, Penshaw Monument, and the historic Washington Old Hall.

Everyday amenities are available in nearby Washington, which offers supermarkets, shops, cafés, pubs, and healthcare facilities, alongside leisure centres, gyms, and sports clubs. The Galleries Shopping Centre provides a broad retail selection, while Chester-le-Street and Sunderland offer additional dining, cultural, and recreational opportunities.

Picktree is served by its own primary school, with several other well-regarded primaries nearby. Secondary education is available at Washington Academy and other local schools, while independent options such as Durham School and Sunderland High School are within easy reach.

The village enjoys excellent transport links, with quick access to the A1(M) and A19 for travel across the North East. Chester-le-Street railway station provides direct services to Newcastle, Durham, and beyond, and Newcastle International Airport is around 30 minutes away, offering both domestic and international flights.

Approximate Mileages
Chester-Le-Street 1.4 miles | Washington 3 miles | Durham City Centre 8.1 miles | Sunderland 9.1 miles | Newcastle Upon Tyne 10.8 miles | Newcastle International Airport 17 miles

Services
The property is connected to mains electricity, gas, drainage and water with gas fired central heating. Underfloor heating in the principal bedroom and en-suite.

Tenure
Freehold

Council Tax
Band G

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.

Agents Note to Purchasers
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Submitting an Offer
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