Lanchester Road, Durham, DH7

Property Reference: 2485399.

A two bedroom stone built cottage with slate roof refurbished to a high standard.

The Property is unfurnished and will be available from mid-August 2026.

Introduction

 We are delighted to offer to the market this stone built end terraced property dating from the late 19th Century, situated in the popular, semi-rural hamlet of Maiden Law, near Lanchester, Co. Durham. This traditional, two bedroomed, cottage which underwent a complete refurbishment in 2013. It was finished, and has been maintained, to a high standard providing good sized living accommodation.

 The property benefits from double glazed doors and windows and central heating throughout provided by a gas fired combination boiler and briefly comprises of an entrance porch, living room with original feature inglenook fireplace, spacious kitchen / diner, two double bedrooms and a modern bathroom with white suite.

 The property would suit a variety of potential tenants and early viewing is recommended.

 The property is offered to let on an Assured Periodic Tenancy

  

Directions

 For Satellite Navigation Purposes, please use post code DH7 

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Particulars of Letting

 Location

 The property is located on the end of a row of four cottages with an open aspect to the rear of the property.

 It is on the opposite side of the road from the Three Horse Shoes Public House.

 Maiden Law is a desirable semi-rural village set between Lanchester and Annfield Plain. Lanchester Road runs down from Maiden Law to the village of Lanchester where there are excellent local shopping and recreational facilities. It also links to Annfield Plain and Stanley nearby, where there are further amenities. There is easy access to the A691 and A692, which link to the regional centres of Durham (10 miles) and Newcastle/Tyneside (approx. 15 miles).

 Durham, Chester-le-Street and Newcastle provide the nearest train stations, all of which are on the main east coast train line with fast links north to Edinburgh and south to London (around 3 hours). Newcastle Airport is located approximately 21 miles away and offers a range of domestic and international flights. The A1 (M) is also located approximately 8 miles east, providing access to the major road networks to the north and south.

 Within Lanchester there are two local primary schools as well as the well-respected St Bede’s Catholic Secondary School including Sixth Form.

Description of Property

 The property was completely refurbished approximately 13 years ago and combines modern fittings with the traditional features of the property. There are tiled floors in the porch, kitchen and bathroom, laminate flooring in the living area whilst the rest of the property is carpeted throughout.

 The Property Comprises:-

 Ground Floor

 Entrance Porch 4’ 4” x 5’ 3” (1.31m x 1.61m) (front)

 The entrance porch is approached by a stone flagged path from a gate in the side boundary of the front garden of the Property. Entered via a composite double glazed external door, the porch has a tiled floor and leads through to the Living Room via an internal door.

Living Room 16’ 7” (Max) x 13’ 9” (5.07m (Max) 4.19m) (front)

 Living Room with open spindle staircase and recess into area under the stairs. Large open archway through to the Kitchen/Diner creating a light and spacious open plan living area. The room features the original stone inglenook fireplace with a Stovax 5kw Multi-fuel Cast Iron Stove and stone flagged hearth. Telephone and TV Aerial Points. Two double radiators.

 Kitchen / Diner 8’9” x 16’ 4” (2.67m x 4.98m) (rear)

 Fitted with cream shaker-style wall and base units with walnut effect worktop and a 1.5 bowl white ceramic sink with chrome mixer tap, stainless steel built-in electric cooker and gas hob with stainless steel extractor fan over. Sage green metro tiled splashbacks. Space available for free-standing fridge freezer and washing machine. One double radiator, tiled floor and wall mounted Worcester, gas fired combination boiler encased within a cupboard.  A half glazed UPVC door provides access to and from the rear yard.

 First Floor

 Stairs and Landing

 Open spindle staircase providing access to the first floor, the bedrooms and the bathroom.

  Bedroom One 13’ 8” (Max) x 13’ 8” (4.17m (Max) x 4.17m) (front)

 A spacious room located at the front of the property which features the original stone fire surround (decorative only – not a working chimney flue). One double radiator. Built in cupboard over stairs with hatch providing access to the insulated loft space. Telephone and TV Aerial Points.

 Bedroom Two 9’ 10” x 8’ 11” (2.99m x 2.71m) (rear)

 A light and airy room affording pleasant views over fields to the rear of the property. One double radiator.

 Bathroom 6’4” x 5’ 7” (1.94m x 1.69m) (rear)

 White bathroom suite including pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, panelled bath with Mira Excel shower over and chrome framed concertina shower screen. Floor and walls part-tiled with natural travertine tiles. Chrome heated towel rail provides heating to the room via the main central heating system.

  Externally

  There is an enclosed garden to the front of the property which is partly laid to lawn and incorporates an off-road parking area for one vehicle.

 A stone flagged path runs from the pedestrian gate at the side of the property to the entrance porch.

 There is a shared right of access to the side and rear of the terrace for the benefit of this property and the adjacent three terraced properties, numbers 54, 52 and 50 Lanchester Road.

 This pedestrian right of access runs through a yard area to the rear of the property.

 Services

The property has the benefit of mains gas, electricity, water and sewage and telephone. Central heating is provided by way of a gas combination boiler.

 Council Tax

The Property is in Council Tax Band B payable to Durham County Council. The 2026/27 Council Tax amounts to approx. £2039 per year

EPC

The Energy Performance rating for the property is currently Band D.

 The Tenancy

The property is available to let under an Assured Periodic Tenancy.

 Rent

The prospective tenant is asked to pay £800 per calendar month. The rent is to be payable BACS Transfer monthly in advance with the first payment being made on the commencement of the tenancy.

 Rent Reviews

The landlord carries out rent reviews of the property every two years to open market value.

 Deposit

A deposit of £800 will be required to be paid upon the commencement of the tenancy. This will be held by the Deposit Protection Service.

 Insurance

The Landlord will insure the building, but the Tenant will be responsible for insuring the contents

 Sub Letting

The property shall be occupied as a single private residence only. There will be no right to assign, sub-let or part with possession for the whole or any part of the premises.

 Pets

Tenants must seek the landlord’s permission for any animals or birds that they wish to be kept at the property.

 Smoking and Vaping

The Tenant shall not smoke or vape in the property.

 Viewing

The property is available for viewing strictly by appointment only  - book through Openrent.co.uk.

  June 2026

Summary & Exclusions:
- Rent Amount: £800.00 per month (£184.62 per week)
- Deposit / Bond: £800.00
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Property comes unfurnished
- Available to move in from 15 August 2026
- Maximum number of tenants is 4
- No Students
- No Smokers
- Bills not included
- Property has parking
- Property has garden access
- Property has fireplace
- EPC Rating: D

If calling, please quote reference: 2485399

Fees:
You will not be charged any admin fees.


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