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Matthews Drive, St. Helen Auckland, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • EXCELLENT DETACHED FAMILY HOME
  • GOOD SIZE REAR GARDEN
  • POPULAR LOCALITY
  • IMMACULATELY PRESENTED
  • OFF ROAD PARKING
  • EPC RATING TO FOLLOW

Description

Immaculately Presented 3-Bedroom Detached Family Home – St Helens, Bishop Auckland

Situated in the ever-popular locality of St Helens, Bishop Auckland, this immaculately presented detached family home offers a superb opportunity for buyers seeking a stylish and move-in ready property. Perfectly positioned just a short walk from the retail park, the home enjoys easy access to a wealth of local shops, schools, and amenities, making it an ideal choice for any growing family.

This property has been beautifully maintained throughout and is ready for immediate occupation, combining modern living with practical family-friendly features.


Key Features


Highly sought-after St Helens location


Detached family home in excellent condition


Three spacious bedrooms


Separate lounge and dining room


Modern fitted kitchen


Garage converted into a home gym


Handy ground floor WC


Well-appointed family bathroom


Off-street parking to the front


Generous rear garden, perfect for families


Ground Floor


The property opens into a welcoming reception hall, providing access to the main living spaces. The good-sized lounge offers a warm and comfortable setting for family relaxation, while the separate dining room is ideal for entertaining or family meals. A modern fitted kitchen provides both style and functionality, with ample storage and workspace.


The garage has been thoughtfully converted into a gym, creating a versatile additional space, while a convenient ground floor WC completes the layout.


First Floor


Upstairs, the property boasts three well-proportioned bedrooms, each offering a light and airy atmosphere. The first floor is served by a well-appointed family bathroom, fitted with a modern suite.


External


To the rear, the property enjoys a good-sized enclosed garden, providing an excellent outdoor space for children, entertaining, or relaxing. To the front, there is off-street parking for added convenience.


This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a modern and immaculately presented detached home in one of Bishop Auckland's most popular residential areas. With its versatile living space, excellent condition, and sought-after location, this property is expected to generate strong interest.


Be quick – properties of this calibre do not stay on the market for long!

Reception Hall

Stairs accessing the first floor, radiator, tiled flooring, access into:-

Living Room

4.39m x 3.75m - 14'5" x 12'4"
Upvc framed double glazed window, radiator, feature pebble effect plasma style fire, access into:-

Dining Room

3.15m x 2.21m - 10'4" x 7'3"
Full length upvc framed double glazed sliding doors accessing the rear of the property, radiator, ample room for dining table and chairs.

Kitchen

3.02m x 2.6m - 9'11" x 8'6"
Fitted with an excellent range of modern base and wall units finished in cream, heat resistant worktops, stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, integrated oven with hob and chimney extractor hood, plumbing for automatic washing machine, space for fridge freezer, tiling to splashbacks, upvc framed double glazed window, radiator, wood flooring, understairs storage cupboard, door leading into:-

Gym

3.04m x 2.57m - 9'12" x 8'5"
Garage conversion currently utilised as a gym but could be used for office space or play room.

Cloaks/Wc

Low level WC, handwash basin, tiled flooring, upvc framed double glazed window, radiator, tiling to splashbacks, extractor.

Landing

Loft access, storage cupboard, upvc framed double glazed window.

Bedroom 1

4.26m x 2.79m - 13'12" x 9'2"
Upvc framed double glazed window, radiator, wardrobes.

Bedroom 2

3.08m x 2.82m - 10'1" x 9'3"
Upvc framed double glazed window, radiator.

Bedroom 3

2.7m x 1.84m - 8'10" x 6'0"
Upvc framed double glazed window, radiator.

Bathroom

Fitted with a well appointed 3 piece suite comprising a panel bath with overhead shower and screen, pedestal handwash basin, low level WC, part tiling to the walls, upvc framed double glazed window, heated towel rail, lino flooring, extractor.

Outside

To the front of the property there is a open plan lawned garden planted with a variety of shrubbery whilst to the side there is an onsite driveway providing off road parking which in turn leads to the garage which does have space for storage despite the conversion. To the rear there is a good size fence enclosed mainly laid to lawn garden again planted with a wide variety of trees and shrubbery, flagged patio being ideal for seating plus garden shed.

COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
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PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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About Dowen, Bishop Auckland

125 Newgate Street Bishop Auckland DL14 7EN
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Tried, Tested & Trusted in the North East Since 1982

At Dowen Estate Agents, we deliver a 5-star estate agency experience through a passionate team of property experts. Our foundation is traditional estate agency, now seamlessly blended with 21st-century technology to meet the evolving needs of every client.

Founded in 1982 by Denis Dowen, the company was acquired in 2020 by long-standing employees John Nicholson and Trudie Bowes. Today, Dowen operates 8 branches and bespoke Auction Stores, covering the North East from coast to A1 corridor.

We’re a full-service estate agency, offering:

Residential Sales: Tens of thousands of properties sold across all price ranges.

Lettings: Hundreds of homes under professional management.

Auctions: Founding member of The Great North Property Auction, with thousands of successful sales since 2012.

Surveys & EPCs: Provided via our panel of independent surveyors.

Conveyancing: Competitive rates through trusted local solicitors.

Mortgages: Arranged via independent brokers.

We proudly subscribe to the National Association of Estate Agents and the Ombudsman for Estate Agents, adhering to their strict codes of practice.

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