Quarry Lane, Butterknowle, County Durham, DL13

Tucked away amidst the scenic countryside on the edge of Butterknowle, this exceptional smallholding extends over approximately 13.91 acres and boasts a rare blend of peaceful rural living and versatile outbuildings. Approached by a long, private, tree-lined driveway, the property offers privacy and a welcoming sense of arrival, ideal for those seeking a tranquil retreat, working smallholding, or lifestyle change. The principal residence is a generously proportioned stone built three-bedroom bungalow, surrounded by well-maintained gardens.

Step inside to a welcoming entrance hallway with elegant panelled walls, leading through to bright and spacious open-plan living, dining, and garden rooms. A loft hatch provides access to the loft space, which is partially boarded, with half of the area structurally reinforced to support a potential room conversion, subject to the necessary planning permissions and building regulations.

The living area offers a dual aspect outlook and a multifuel stove, ideal for cosy evenings.

Flowing seamlessly from the living spaces, a delightful garden room overlooks the grounds and opens onto a patio, perfect for alfresco dining or peaceful relaxation amidst established flowerbeds and the tranquil garden pond.

The adjoining well-equipped kitchen features a practical range of cupboards, an electric oven and hob, microwave, plumbing for a washing machine and a useful pantry, while a boot room to the rear caters brilliantly to the demands of country living.

Continuing through the property, the inner hall, complete with a linen cupboard, leads to three double bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and twin windows to the front elevation, creating a bright and spacious retreat. Bedroom Two enjoys a pleasant outlook over the woodland to the side elevation and further benefits from an en-suite shower room. Bedroom Three overlooks the rear of the property and includes a useful built-in storage cupboard.

The modern family bathroom completes the accommodation with a walk-in shower, pedestal sink, and fully tiled walls.

Externally, the property enjoys beautifully maintained gardens featuring a picturesque pond, established shrub and flowerbed borders, and a patio area ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation. The oil-fired central heating boiler is conveniently positioned in a boiler room located off the driveway, with the oil tank also situated adjacent to the driveway. The generous layout offers immediate enjoyment while also presenting excellent scope for further enhancement and personalisation to suit individual tastes.

A side access track leads off the main driveway and continues alongside the property, providing convenient access to the two well-maintained meadows and the range of farm buildings beyond.

The land comprises a mix of high-quality meadowland and mature woodland extending to approximately 13.91 acres in total, including the farmhouse and farm buildings.

The farm buildings are located to the rear of the property and comprise-

Workshop of 2.93m x 3.23m.

Store with electric, light and power with cold water supply 3.22m x 3.36m.

Second store with electric, light and power 3.20m x 2.44m.

Former byre 4 stall 3.36m x 3.22m.

Former byre/part store 3.77m x 3.22m.

Former goat house 3m x 1.32m.

A further former byre with light and power 7.67m x 3.44m.

Hay barn of two storey height 6.20m x 5.34m.

Open stock yard formerly housing pigs 6.09m x 6.15m average.

Lean-to workshop with light and power 8.92m x 3.67m.

Rear lean-to store to the North of the workshop 9.19m x 3.49m.

To the side of the yard a former building now dismantled but left with compartment walls and concreted areas for general usage for livestock or storage 13.25m x 15.02m.

Portal framed livestock building 4 bays being concreted and 2 bays with hardcore floor

27.6m x 13.35m.

Calf house block based, timber framed and cladded at high level 18.22m x 5.70m.

Butterknowle is a popular County Durham village surrounded by unspoilt countryside. The location benefits from easy access to the picturesque North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, renowned for its walking, cycling, and riding routes. Local amenities, including a shop, primary school, village hall, and pub, are within easy reach, while the market towns of Bishop Auckland and Barnard Castle are only a short drive away, offering a wider range of services, supermarkets, cafes, and leisure facilities.

This is a rare opportunity to embrace semi-rural living, with all the comforts of home and superb versatility for personal, equestrian, agricultural, or business pursuits in a sought-after and scenic County Durham setting. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the potential and charm of this exceptional smallholding. Please enquire today to arrange a visit and discover everything this unique property has to offer.

Price-£650,000

Viewing- Strictly via appointment through the selling agents.

Property Information

Title Number(s)- DU325595

Tenure-Freehold

Services- Oil Fired Central Heating, Mains Electricity & Water, Septic Tank. Solar panels which are owned and not leased.

Local Authority- Durham

Council Tax Band C Annual Price- £2,331

Conservation Area - No

Flood Risk- Very low

Mobile coverage- EE & O2

Broadband- Basic 4 Mbps, Superfast 52 Mbps, Ultrafast 8500Mbps. Go fibre is available.

Satellite / Fibre TV Availability- BT & Sky

Brochure

Photographs & details taken May 2026.