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"The Chestnuts", Vicarage Close, South Hetton, County Durham, DH6 2TB

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

2,756 sq ft

256 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • EXCLUSIVE FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED RESIDENCE
  • LAND TO DEVELOP SUBJECT TO NECESSARY APPROVAL
  • GENEROUS GARDENS WITH OPEN COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS
  • IMPRESSIVE LOUNGE WITH FEATURE LOG BURNER
  • STYLISH MODERN FITTED KITCHEN WITH QUALITY FINISHES
  • SEPARATE UTILITY ROOM WITH GARAGE ACCESS
  • STUNNING CONTEMPORARY FAMILY BATHROOM
  • RECENTLY DECORATED & NEW LUXURY CARPETS
  • EXTENSIVE DOUBLE GARAGE
  • "NO CHAIN"

Description

DISTINCTIVE RESIDENCE WITH LAND IDEAL FOR DEVELOPMENT & COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS ... Hunters are delighted to present to the market this exclusive and rarely available five bedroom detached property set within its own grounds in a highly sought-after address enjoying a delightful setting with generous gardens that could be developed, subject to necessary regulatory approval. The property has been subject to recent upgrades including a complete redecoration with superior carpeting, a sumptuous new family bathroom and a stunning kitchen. The residence offers spacious and versatile accommodation including an impressive open plan lounge through dining room with a feature log burner and two double bedrooms to the ground floor accompanied with three additional bedrooms to the first floor, including an en-suite facility and an abundance of accessible space for further rooms if required, making this an ideal family home for those seeking space, privacy and a truly unique position. Early viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate the location, land and the accommodation on offer. "No Chain"

Entrance Porch - The sizable entrance porch is an ideal attribute for families incorporating double glazed external door, convenient tiled flooring and a further door opening into the main hallway.

Hallway - A welcoming entrance hallway providing access to the main ground floor accommodation, finished with a carpeted floor and feature wood-panelled walls creating a warm first impression.

Lounge - 6.63m x 4.43m (21'9" x 14'6") - A spacious and impressive lounge offering an excellent amount of open living space, enhanced by large windows which allow plenty of natural light and enjoy pleasant open views over the rear gardens towards the adjoining countryside. The room features a striking central fireplace with brick surround and inset multi-fuel/log burner, set against a characterful wood-panelled feature wall with mantel and display area. Finished with luxurious carpeting which flows into the open plan dining room, decorative ceiling roses, stylish chandelier lighting and an eye catching newel posted stairwell to the first floor.

Dining Room - 3.60m x 3.32m (11'9" x 10'10") - Nestled from the lounge with a modernistic open plan aspect, this further reception room provides an open aspect with windows overlooking the scenic gardens and countryside, an external door which offers access onto a rear paved patio and a further door which grants access into the kitchen breakfast room.

Kitchen Breakfast Room - 5.12m x 3.52m (16'9" x 11'6") - The superb, contemporary fitted kitchen installed in January 2025 offers an abundance of workspace and storage, finished with stylish sage-green wall and base units, wood-effect work surfaces and a crisp white metro-tiled splashback. The kitchen is well equipped with a built-in double oven and microwave, an induction hob with an elevated stainless steel extractor hood, a separate integral fridge and freezer and a double stainless steel sink set within a practical peninsula/breakfast bar – ideal for everyday dining and entertaining. The room is completed with modern flooring, a feature wood-panelled ceiling, and provides access through to the adjoining dining space via glazed partition doors, along with a rear access point via the utility room for added convenience.

Utility Room - 3.49m x 2.09m into recess (11'5" x 6'10" into rece - A useful utility room fitted with modern high-gloss wall and base units providing additional storage and concealing the gas boiler which is still within the manufacturers warranty period, complemented by work surfaces and a stainless steel sink with drainer and mixer tap. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine, with tiled walls and modern flooring for easy maintenance. The room is bright and practical with spot lighting, a window with vertical blinds, and a glazed external door providing convenient access to the rear garden together with easy access to the larger than average double garage and a useful storage/pantry cupboard.

Family Bathroom - 3.45m x 2.66m (11'3" x 8'8") - An inspirational, recently installed family bathroom finished to an excellent standard, featuring a contemporary four-piece suite with a freestanding bath and stylish shower tap faucets, a modern vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and storage, and a low-level w/c. The room also benefits from a spacious walk-in shower enclosure with glazed screen and chrome fittings complete with elevated dual shower faucets. Finished with sleek tiled flooring and fully tiled walls including a striking feature mirror inset, complemented by recessed ceiling spotlights and frosted windows providing natural light and privacy.

Master Bedroom - 4.78m x 3.63m (15'8" x 11'10") - A generous master bedroom offering a bright and comfortable space, finished with new carpeted flooring and neutral décor. The room benefits from two large windows providing dual aspect views with plenty of natural light together with with a radiator and ceiling light point. With ample space for a double bed and additional bedroom furniture, this is an ideal principal bedroom.

Second Bedroom - 4.83m x 3.52m (15'10" x 11'6") - A well-proportioned second bedroom, ideal as a double room or spacious guest bedroom, finished with neutral décor and new carpeted flooring. The room benefits from two windows providing a dual aspect, similar to the master bedroom, an abundance of natural light, a radiator and a splendid walk into storage cupboard providing excellent storage or even an opportunity to create an en-suite facility.

First Floor Landing - A spacious first floor landing providing access to three further bedrooms, finished with new carpeted flooring and neutral décor. The landing features a traditional spindle balustrade with timber handrail overlooking the staircase, along with ceiling lighting, access into a variable storage area and easy access into the roof void, ideal for future adaptable living space should the need arise, creating a bright and practical space to the first floor.

Third Bedroom - 4.77m x 3.58m (15'7" x 11'8") - A splendid third bedroom, ideal as a guest room, home office or nursery, featuring neutral décor and a carpeted floor. The room benefits from a Velux-style roof window providing natural light, along with a fitted wall-mounted heater and space for a range of furniture.

Fourth Bedroom - 3.64m x 2.69m (11'11" x 8'9") - A versatile fourth bedroom, ideal as a home office or nursery, featuring a carpeted floor and neutral décor. The room benefits from an adjoining en-suite facility, a Velux-style roof window which provides excellent natural light, along with useful under-eaves storage, making great use of the space.

En-Suite - 3.41m x 2.39m (11'2" x 7'10") - The unusually larger than average en-suite shower room comprises of a shower enclosure with a glazed screen and further changing area, a low-level w/c and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit with useful storage and worktop space. The room is finished with easy-maintenance flooring, a wall-mounted mirror/light fitting, and benefits from a Velux style window providing natural light into the floor area.

Fifth Bedroom - 3.34m x 2.37m (10'11" x 7'9") - A further bedroom, ideal as a single room, dressing room or home office, finished with neutral décor and a carpeted floor. The room benefits from a Velux-style roof window providing natural light, along with a fitted wall-mounted heater and useful under-eaves storage access.

Double Garage - 6.31m x 5.89m (20'8" x 19'3") - This sought after larger than average double garage is an incredible attribute to the residence providing various electrical points, lighting and easy access directly into the home. Ideal for clients with a flair for Diy, car maintenance or simply used as a secure vehicle standage, this larger than average space will not fail to impress.

Outside Space - The property enjoys an exceptional outdoor space with generous, well-established gardens offering a lovely degree of privacy and attractive open aspects over the surrounding countryside. Predominantly laid to lawn, the grounds are complemented by mature trees, shrubs and landscaped borders, with a variety of seating areas and pathways ideal for relaxing or entertaining. There is also a useful secure outbuilding, previously utilized as a kennel facility with an electric supply and plenty of space for keen gardeners, with areas suitable for growing/vegetable plots, while the elevated position makes the most of the far-reaching views. The situation of the extensive side gardens adjoining the residence will certainly be of interest to clients who may wish to build an additional residence within the grounds, subject to necessary regulatory approval.

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About Hunters, Peterlee

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Hunters started in 1992, founded on the firm principles of excellent customer service, pro-activity and achieving the best possible results for our customers. These principles still stand firm and we are today one of the UK's leading estate agents with over 200 branches throughout the country. Our ambition is to become the UK's favourite estate agent and by keeping the customer at the very heart of our business, we firmly believe we can achieve this.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT TO OTHER AGENTS?

· We are an independently run company

Hunters is principally owned and run by the people who work in the company. The vast majority of our offices are run by independent estate agents who are experts within their own local area and who benefit from being part of the Hunters national network. The combination of great local knowledge backed up by a strong national brand and marketing adds real value for our customers.

· We have trained estate agents

Excellent people achieve excellent results and our agents are offered full training through the Hunters Training Academy. Our learning programmes are endorsed by NAEA and ARLA and our agents work to professional standards and ethics.

· We have happy and satisfied customers!

We continuously carry out Customer Care follow up calls to ensure that we always deliver on our promises and when we make a mistake, we put it right. Our survey results* show a customer satisfaction rating of 96% - significantly above the national average for our industry.

We believe we work harder than any other agent to get you to where you want to be, whether you are selling or letting your property. Our marketing strategy is based on a very simple principle - the more people we can interested in your property, the better price we are going to get for you.

To do this, we advertise our properties within the local area, across the region and throughout our nationwide Hunters network. Our properties are marketed on hunters.com as well as the UK's major property websites ensuring maximum exposure to potential buyers, tenants and investors.

Aside from residential sales and lettings, we also have a proven track record and knowledge in Property Auctions, managing investment portfolios and Buy-to-Let, Residential Block Management, Conveyancing, Survey as well as Land and New Homes developments. So whatever your property needs, talk to your local Hunters expert.

* On average, 96% of Hunters customers who responded to our Customer Service Team between Jan-Dec 2016 said they were happy with our services.

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