Grove House Drive, Gilesgate, Durham, DH1

Improved by our clients to their own exacting standards during their ownership the house occupies a private plot and enjoys seasonal views of the cathedral.

There has been a replacement kitchen, ensuite shower room, boiler and radiators along with the feature multi fuel stove in the lounge. The house has an unusual but flexible floorplan comprising, entrance hallway, double doors opening through to the large open plan lounge diner, the dining area has stunning picture windows overlooking the garden, the lounge is down a few steps and has sliding patio doors opening onto the garden and a window to front, feature fireplace with Burnley wood burner and stone hearth. The whole space has the same solid wood flooring which completes the modern and contemporary look. The refitted kitchen has a modern range of floor and wall units, sink drainer unit, induction hob with extractor fan over separate electric oven, integrated microwave, dishwasher and space for fridge freezer, French doors to the garden, internal door through to the double garage with plumbing and space for washing machine and tumble dryer. There are four bedrooms, 2 of which have fitted wardrobes, the main bedroom having a stunning refitted ensuite shower room with low level wc, wash hand basin and double shower cubicle with low profile tray. The is an attractive bathroom suite comprising low level wc, wash hand basin and panelled bath with mains fed wall mounted shower over. The property is beautifully set on a good sized plot which is surrounded by trees. The rear garden itself is tiered with an attractive lawned area interspersed with a plethora of established flowering shrubs and borders. To the front there is ample parking, as well as a double garage.

The property occupies a pleasant position within walking distance of the immediate City Centre so is therefore conveniently placed close to the many shopping and recreational facilities and amenities available. The Beeches is also ideally placed for access to many of the university and college buildings as well as being an ideal position from which to commute being close to the railway station, the bus station, the A(690) Durham to Sunderland Highway and the A1(M) Motorway.

MATERIAL INFORMATION:

In compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material information in property listings Guidance

PART A
Local Authority – Durham County Council
Council Tax Band – D
Tenure – Freehold

PART B
Property Type – Detached
Property Construction – Standard
Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls
Gas Supply- Mains
Electricity supply – Mains
There are solar panels that are owned outright with government subsidy until 2034, feed in tariff (in 2024/25 annual payment was ~£830),
plus free electricity, so net benefit is >£1k per year
Water Supply – Mains (metered)
Sewerage – Mains
Heating – Gas fired central heating via radiators & solid fuel stove.
Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website -
Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website –
Parking- Driveway and Double Garage

PART C
Building Safety – (The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm)
Restrictions – Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection.
Selective licencing area – no
Article 4 Planning Restricted area – the property is subject to Durham City Article 4 Direction
Rights & Easements- Shared Entrance road to grove house drive is unadopted
Flood risk – Rivers and seas: Surface water:
Coastal Erosion – N/A
Protected Trees - NA
The seller intends to take the upstairs bedroom blinds
Planning Permission – There is some buliding work in progress at Grove House but it will have no impact on The Beeches
Accessibility/Adaptations – Bungalow is designed over multiple stages floors
Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area, further searches may be required.

No other Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor. This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing. However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.
Furthermore, J W Wood are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed. If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you, please do seek verification from a legal advisor before committing to expenditure.

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