Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL13

"Quarry Cottage", was originally constructed in 1830, and now is offered to the market for sale looking for it's next owners. It is a property full of character, located in a secluded spot, surrounded by countryside and offering a quiet place to call home. By design, the majority of the rooms face south, flooding the property with natural light, which also has the knock on effect of saving on the heating bills. It sits on a generous plot, measuring around 0.17 of an acre, with well-maintained gardens the majority of which are laid to lawn - perfect for playing with children or pets.

The accommodation comprises of a storm porch opening into a central hallway with ceramic floor. To one side a shower room/wc, to the other a useful utility space. This then opens into the main living room, which is central to the property. It has many lovely features such as the inglenook style fireplace, the sliding patio doors, the exposed original beams, the solid Oak wooden floor, the stained glass window, all combining to make this a wonderful place to eat or sit. To the rear of the property lies the second reception room/ office, snug/ playroom. This room also gives internal access to the garage, and enjoys views over the garden - it also features under floor heating.
At the other side of the living room lies the kitchen which features a selection of units for storage, all presented in Matt grey with white worktops, with some integrated appliances, space for free standing ones, and a breakfast bar.
On the lower ground floor, lies the bedroom "Wing". Here we find the house bathroom with a roll top bath, floor mounted uplighters, a wc and separate shower cubicle. There are three bedrooms - two of which feature underfloor heating.

The final bedroom is located above the lower bedrooms and features a pleasant outlook over the garden and the fields beyond.

Hamsterley is a beautiful village, situated in an enviable position that enjoys the best of being close to the Weardale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and all that has to offer, but is also close to the likes of Bishop Auckland in one direction and Barnard Castle in the other.


MATERIAL INFORMATION:

In compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material information in property listings Guidance

PART A
Local Authority – Durham County Council
Council Tax Band – E
Tenure – Freehold

PART B
Property Type – Detached Cottage
Property Construction – Standard
Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls
Electricity supply – Mains & Solar panels on roof with Battery
Water Supply - Mains un metered
Sewerage – Septic tank
Heating - Underfloor to Office/ Snug, and two of the bedrooms, oil boiler heats the hot water.
Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website -

Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website –
Parking: on gravel driveway which is through arrangement with the village council as this land is village green land. This has been un challenged during our clients 16 year ownership.

PART C
Building Safety – The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm
Restrictions - None
Rights & Easements- Rights are noted on the title document
Article 4 Planning Restricted area – the property is subject to Article 4 Direction
Flood risk – very low
Coastal Erosion - NA
Protected Trees – no
Conservation area – no
Planning Permission – no
Accessibility – The property has not been altered for accessibility, and with some small changes, could offer lateral living.
Mining Area – yes - historic mine workings around the extremity of the village, but no records within approx 300m of the cottage itself
Selective License Area – no
Included/excluded from the sale - The sellers intend to take the pendant light fittings from the living room and study.

No other Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor. This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing. However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.
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