A rare opportunity has arisen to purchase an outstanding Four Bedroom Detached Residence situated within a much sought after residential area.

Etherley Lane is close to the heart of Bishop Auckland, which is home to the spectacular open air night show ‘Kynren – An Epic Tale of England' and is within walking distance of local schools, shopping and recreational facilities. For commuters, the A689 and A688 are nearby, leading to the A1 (M) for travel both North and South.

An extensive public transport system via both bus and rail provides regular access to neighbouring towns and villages. For those wishing to explore the open countryside, Hamsterley Forest, The Durham Dales and The Weardale Valley, which is an Area of Outstanding Beauty, are also within easy reach.

Custom built in 1975 by the previous owner the property is a credit to the current vendors who have tastefully remodelled and refurbished the house to an extremely high standard, creating a luxurious contemporary family home.

Warmed via Gas Central Heating and benefitting from Double Glazing throughout, the internal layout briefly comprises, Entrance Lobby, Hallway with staircase rising to the first floor, a well-proportioned Lounge Diner with bi-fold aluminium doors opening to the rear garden, a Second Reception Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility and Cloakroom/Wc.

To the first floor, a spacious landing providing access to a Family Bathroom, separate W/c and Four Bedrooms.

Occupying a generous plot the property has a block paved forecourt, leading to an attached Garage, providing off road parking for several vehicles including a caravan or motor home. To the side, a gated secure area leading to the private and enclosed south facing rear garden, which has been thoughtfully designed blending elegance with everyday comfort, offering a variety of ‘al fresco' dining and entertaining areas.

In our opinion this beautiful property will make an exceptional family home for the discerning purchaser and therefore only an internal inspection will truly suffice to fully appreciate the standard of accommodation this house has to offer.

Entrance Porch

Iroko solid wood door opening to entrance porch with cornice to ceiling, dado rail and glazed door to hallway.

Hallway

The sense of space becomes apparent upon entering the hallway with its sweeping staircase rising to the first floor. Cornice, radiator and under stair storage cupboard.

Lounge Diner:

8.5m x 4.2m (27'10 x 13'9)

A beautifully presented lounge with aluminium bi-fold doors opening to the rear garden. Cornice, ceiling rose, dado rail, radiator, three uplighting wall lights and a timber fire surround housing a multi fuel stove, creating a stunning focal point. Open plan access to dining area.

Dining Area

A formal dining room providing ample space for family dining and entertaining. Window to the front elevation, cornice, ceiling rose, picture rail, three uplighting wall lights and radiator housed in decorative cover.

Snug: 3.72m x 3.42m (12'02 x 11'03)

A second reception room that could be utilised for several purposes. Cornice, ceiling rose, picture rail, two wall light points, radiator and window overlooking the front of the house.

Breakfast Kitchen: 3.7m x 3.4m (12'01 x 11'01)

The hub of the family home, the breakfast kitchen is fitted with a range of high quality base, drawer and wall units, complementary Corian work surfaces with inset moulded sink unit and tiled splash backs and a bespoke storage bench. Integrated appliances to include; fridge, Bosch gas hob, double electric oven and stainless steel extractor hood. Space and plumbing for dishwasher.

Cornice, window overlooking the garden and Karndean flooring (which continues into the utility and cloakroom/wc)

Utility Room

Fitted with matching units, Corian work surface and moulded sink unit, the utility provides space and plumbing for washing machine and condensing dryer. Cornice, wall mounted Baxi central heating boiler, window and Stable door opening to the rear elevation.

Cloakroom/Wc

Fitted with a low level w/c and pedestal wash hand basin. Radiator and extractor fan.

First Floor Landing

Cornice, window to the rear elevation and loft access hatch. Doors to:

Bedroom One:

3.83m x 3.55m (12'07 x 11'08)

A lovely double bedroom overlooking the rear garden and the grassed play area beyond. Cornice, radiator, dado rail, fitted wardrobes with overhead storage units and two wall light points.

Bedroom Two:

4.18m x 3.33m (13'09 x 10'11)

A further double room providing space for a range of free standing bedroom furniture. Cornice, window to the front elevation and radiator.

Bedroom Three:

3.40m x 3.30m (11'02 x 10'10)

Cornice, window to the front elevation and radiator.

Bedroom Four:

2.2m x 1.94m (7'02 x 6'04)

Ample sized fourth bedroom with window to the front elevation, cornice and radiator.

Family Bathroom

Part tiled bathroom fitted with a pristine white suite with Villeroy and Bosch chrome fittings comprising, panelled bath and double countertop wash hand basin. Separate shower enclosure with Hudson and Reed shower units. Obscure double glazed window, contemporary column radiator, double doors opening to a large storage cupboard and laminate tile effect flooring.

Separate W/c

Low level w/c, obscure double glazed window, dado rail and laminate tile effect flooring.

Externally

The south facing garden, which benefits from not being directly overlooked, has been designed to create usable outdoor living spaces, perfect for ‘al fresco' dining and entertaining, or in which to just sit and relax.

Recent additions include a sun terrace made from easy to maintain composite decking, a pergola with power and lighting and an Accoya greenhouse (designed for exceptional durability and stability)

Manicured lawns, paved walkways and flower borders contain an array of mature plants, trees and shrubs.

To the side of the house there is a secure area, which could be utilised for a number of purposes.

Gated access returning to the front of the house, where the forecourt is block paved for ease of maintenance, providing off road parking for several vehicles.

Garage:

4.57m x 4.24m(15'0 x 13'11)

Spacious garage with recently fitted high quality electric door, power and lighting.