
3 bedroom detached house for sale
South Road, High Etherley, Bishop Auckland, Co Durham, DL14

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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Description
Occupying a prominent yet private position within the village, the house presents an immediately appealing façade of traditional stonework, sash-style windows, and strong vertical proportions beneath a slate roofline that reflects its mid-19th-century origins. A low stone boundary wall and wrought iron detailing provide both definition and privacy, while the attached garage offers a practical and discreet addition rarely found in period village homes.
The entrance hallway, accessed via a composite front door, immediately establishes the character of the home. Original-style Victorian tiled flooring, a painted staircase with traditional balustrade, and solid timber doors create a strong first impression. This space speaks quietly of craftsmanship and permanence while providing a natural and logical flow through the house.
The living room is a warm and inviting reception space, centred around a multi-fuel stove set within a brick fireplace and substantial timber mantel. Soft natural light and generous proportions make this an ideal room for everyday living and relaxation.
Opposite, the formal dining room is an elegant and well-proportioned space, perfectly suited to entertaining. Bespoke fitted cabinetry provides both display and storage, framing the room beautifully and reinforcing the home’s period character, while a feature Victorian slate fireplace creates a refined focal point.
To the rear, the kitchen forms the heart of the home a characterful and highly functional space blending traditional charm with modern convenience. Solid wood cabinetry, dark work surfaces, and a tiled floor are complemented by contemporary appliances and a feature gas-fired Rayburn cooker set within a stone surround. Additional features include a kickboard fan heater and a Quooker boiling hot and cold tap. There is space for informal dining, while garden-facing windows and glazed doors create a strong connection with the outdoor spaces. A separate pantry provides excellent additional storage and enhances the traditional nature of the accommodation. A secondary hallway improves circulation and provides access to the courtyard, a valuable and rarely found feature in period village homes.
The staircase rises to a central landing, maintaining privacy and symmetry.
The principal bedroom is a generous double room offering a calm and restful retreat, with ample space for freestanding furniture and a range of period features including a Victorian fireplace (capped) and a cast iron Victorian radiator. A second double bedroom mirrors this sense of proportion and comfort, again featuring a Victorian fireplace with an open chimney and two Victorian cast iron radiators. The third bedroom offers excellent flexibility, lending itself equally well to use as a nursery, dressing room, or home office.
The family bathroom is a standout feature notably spacious and rich in character featuring a freestanding Victorian roll-top bath, traditional sanitary ware, a double-width step-in shower cubicle, and carefully chosen finishes that create a sense of understated luxury. A double-glazed tilt-and-turn frosted window provides both light and privacy.
Detached Stone Barn & Ancillary Accommodation
To the rear garden stands a substantial detached stone barn, offering approximately 599 sq ft of additional accommodation arranged over two floors.
The ground floor comprises a utility room and a large store room, ideal for practical use, workshop space, garden storage, or future adaptation (subject to any necessary consents).
The first floor, accessed via a metal staircase, provides a generously proportioned room with WC, a sink with drainer set within fitted units, and a multi-fuel burning stove. This space offers excellent potential for use as a home office, studio, guest suite, or independent ancillary accommodation.
This versatile building significantly enhances the appeal of the property, offering flexibility rarely found in village homes of this era.
Gardens, Parking & Sustainability
The property enjoys a private and enclosed rear garden, bounded by stone walls and laid predominantly to lawn with gravelled and paved seating areas. Mature planting and established boundaries provide a sense of privacy and seclusion, while a garden room-style structure adds further flexibility as a seating area or retreat.
A charming courtyard area enhances the outdoor offering further, providing a sheltered and characterful space.
To the front, the driveway provides parking and access to the integral garage, and importantly, the property benefits from an installed EV charging point, discreetly positioned to the front of the garage a thoughtful and forward-looking addition that complements the home’s modern practicality.
Street House is a home of genuine substance and quiet confidence, offering the rare combination of historic provenance, generous and well-balanced accommodation, integral garaging, detached ancillary space, private gardens, and modern sustainability features, all within a sought-after village setting.
This is a property that appeals equally to those seeking character, flexibility, and longevity a refined yet comfortable residence that has evolved gracefully while retaining its authentic soul.
Street House is a home of rare balance rich in history, generous in scale, and thoughtfully equipped for modern life. Opportunities to acquire a property of this calibre, with such versatility and village presence, are seldom available. Early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the depth, character, and flexibility on offer.
- 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.
- Band: TBC
- 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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South Road, High Etherley, Bishop Auckland, Co Durham, DL14
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