Westgate, Bishop Auckland, DL13

Nestled in the picturesque village of Westgate, this immaculately presented 2/3-bedroom end-of-terrace house offers modern comfort throughout. Extensively renovated by the current owners, the property boasts a contemporary finish throughout, with a newly fitted kitchen and bathroom providing both style and functionality. The spacious living areas are flooded with natural light, thanks to uPVC windows throughout, while the addition of a practical utility room further enhances the home’s every-day convenience. With two well-proportioned bedrooms on the first floor, and a further ground floor room (currently configured as a second lounge) which could be used as a third bedroom, the property is ideal for families or those seeking flexible living space. With a thoughtful layout that maximises both comfort and practicality, this home is perfectly suited to modern lifestyles. An East-facing garden provides a private outdoor space in which to relax and unwind, whilst off-road parking for two vehicles is provided on a tarmacked driveway to the Northern side of the house, ensuring ease of access and peace of mind for residents and guests alike.

The current owners have thoughtfully renovated the property, with the addition of: new roof; repointing; internal tanking; full rewire; new uPVC windows throughout; and a new fitted kitchen and bathroom.

In brief, the ground floor accommodation comprises, a living room, open-plan dining room and kitchen, utility room, double bedroom/snug, and a staircase that rises to the first floor. To the first floor, are two double bedrooms and family bathroom.

Externally, a private garden is positioned to the Eastern side of the property, accessed externally via a wooden pedestrian gate from the pavement or internally through double doors from the living room. The well-proportioned garden is laid to a mixture of gravel and flagstone, creating distinct areas for relaxation and entertaining. A raised decked area provides the perfect spot for garden furniture, while raised planters with mature shrubs and flowers add vibrant colour and year-round interest. There is ample space for additional plant pots and outdoor seating, making this an inviting space for outdoor dining or enjoying the peaceful surroundings. To the North-Eastern side, a concrete area houses a practical storage shed, log store, and space for bins. The property’s tarmacked driveway not only provides secure off-road parking for two vehicles but also offers the potential to build a garage or car port (subject to the relevant planning permissions), further enhancing the property’s appeal.

This home, with its beautifully finished interiors and thoughtfully designed outdoor space, is perfect for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle without compromising on modern comforts. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this property has to offer.

Estate Agent Notes

The neighbouring property, to the Southern side has right of access over the rear garden in which to bring their bins, however they rarely use this.

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Dining Room

- External access to the front of the property, is gained via a uPVC door into the dining room, which is open-plan with the kitchen (6.67m x 3.60m), and provides onward internal access to the living room and staircase that rises to the first floor
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Western aspect, looking over the front of the property
- LVT flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Two ceiling light fittings
- Radiator
- Ample space for dining room furniture

Living Room

8.49m x 3.7m

- Positioned to the rear of the property, accessed from the dining room and providing external access to the rear garden via double-glazed uPVC doors
- Carpeted
- Neutrally decorated
- Multi-fuel burner set on a stone hearth with stone surround and wooden mantle
- Central ceiling light fitting
- Two radiators
- Ample space for lounge furniture

Kitchen

- Positioned to the front of the property, being open-plan with the dining room (6.67m x 3.60m), and providing onward internal access to the utility room and bedroom 3/snug. The kitchen can also be accessed externally via a double-glazed uPVC door positioned to the rear and Northern side of the property
- Spacious kitchen area
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Northern aspect
- LVT flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Range of over/under counter storage units
- Polished stone work surfaces
- Composite sink with polished stone splashback
- Integrated electric oven
- Integrated hob with overhead extractor
- Plumbing for free-standing dishwasher
- Space for free-standing fridge freezer
- Breakfast bar with under counter storage cupboards and space for two breakfast bar stools
- Ceiling spotlights and ceiling light fitting
- Radiator

Utility Room

3.22m x 1.58m

- Positioned to the rear of the property and accessed from the kitchen
- Double-glazed uPVC window with frosted pane to the Northern aspect
- Vinyl flooring
- Range of over/under counter storage units
- Laminate work surface
- Stainless steel sink and drainer with laminate splashback
- Plumbing for washing machine
- WC
- Ceiling light fitting
- Radiator
- The property’s oil Combi boiler (serviced annually) is located here
- The property’s electrical consumer unit is located here

Bedroom 3 / Snug

4.28m x 3.08m

- Positioned to the rear of the property and accessed from the kitchen
- Double room currently configured as a lounge
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Eastern aspect, looking over the rear garden
- Carpeted
- Neutrally decorated
- Central ceiling light fitting
- Radiator
- Space for free-standing storage or lounge furniture

Landing

2.89m x 1.2m

- A carpeted quarter-turn staircase rises from the dining room to the landing, which provides access to the property’s two first floor double bedrooms and bathroom
- Small double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Western aspect
- Carpeted
- Neutrally decorated
- Two ceiling light fittings
- Radiator
- Built-in storage cupboard, equipped with power and lighting, plus plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer
- Access hatch to the property’s roof space which is partly boarded, has a pull-down ladder, is equipped with power and lighting, and has a double-glazed uPVC window in the gable end to the Northern aspect

Bedroom 1

4.3m x 3.65m

- Positioned to the rear of the property, and accessed from the landing
- Well-proportioned double room
- Dual aspect with double-glazed uPVC windows with deep wooden sills to the Northern and Eastern aspects
- Carpeted
- Neutrally decorated
- Walk-in wardrobe (1.40m x 4.34m) with ceiling spotlight
- Ceiling light fitting
- Radiator
- Ample space for free-standing storage furniture

Bedroom 2

4.25m x 3.24m

- Positioned to the front of the property and accessed from the landing
- Well-proportioned double room
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Western aspect
- Carpeted
- Neutrally decorated
- Built-in wardrobe (0.98m X 1.17m)
- Central ceiling light fitting
- Radiator
- Ample space for free-standing storage furniture

Bathroom

3.07m x 2.27m

- Positioned to the front of the property and accessed from the landing
- Spacious family bathroom
- Dual-aspect, with double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill and frosted panes to the Northern and Western aspects
- Vinyl flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Panel bath with fully tiled wall and mains-fed shower attachment
- Walk-in corner shower cubicle, with fully tiled enclosure, glass screen, and mains-fed overhead rainfall showerhead
- WC
- Hand-wash basin
- Wall mounted mirrored storage unit
- Central ceiling light fitting
- Radiator
- Extractor fan

Rear Garden

- Positioned to the Eastern side of the property, accessed externally via a wooden pedestrian gate from the pavement at the Northern side of the property, and internally via double doors that open from the living room
- Well-proportioned garden, laid to a mixture of gravel and flagstone, and is bordered by high-level fencing to all sides
- The garden features a raised decked area with space for garden furniture, and raised planters filled with mature shrubs and flowers
- Ample space for plant pots and outdoor furniture
- To the North-Eastern side of the garden is an area laid to concrete which houses a storage shed, log store, and space for the property’s bins

Parking - Driveway

- Tarmacked driveway positioned to the Northern side of the property, which provides off-road parking for two vehicles
- There is the potential to build a garage or car port (subject to the relevant planning permissions)