Glendale, Bowes, Barnard Castle

Situated in the charming village of Bowes, this double fronted three bedroom house presents a fantastic opportunity to create a dream home with character. Set within the heart of this picturesque historic village, the property enjoys a delightful position with gardens, garage and parking. 

The ground floor welcomes you through a spacious hallway with attractive tiled flooring, extending seamlessly through to the kitchen and utility areas. 

The living room boasts a bay window offering views to the front of the home, a characterful stone fireplace with open fire, a panelled ceiling, and classic picture rails – ideal for enjoying relaxing evenings.

The spacious dining kitchen also benefits from a bay window at the front, filling the space with natural light. Traditional wooden wall and floor units, contrasting work surfaces, and French doors leading to the rear make this an ideal hub for family life and entertaining. A utility room provides additional practicality, with fitted units, plumbing for a washing machine, dedicated stainless steel sink, and window to the rear and two Velux windows that flood the space with light. The convenience of a ground-floor WC adds further appeal.

Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, two with charming front-facing windows and a third overlooking the rear. A shower room serves the first floor, offering a walk-in shower, pedestal basin, WC and practical partially tiled walls.

Externally, the property is complemented by a forecourt garden planted with an array of shrubs and flowers, setting the property back from the street. To the rear is a paved area with access to the outhouse and personnel door to the garage. The substantial walled garden to the side provides a peaceful outdoor retreat, bordered by mature shrubs and flowering beds, ideal for keen gardeners or those seeking private relaxation. 

The garage, accessed via both a personnel door from the rear and up-and-over door to the front provides secure parking and storage, with additional off-street parking available directly to the front.

Bowes itself is renowned for its beautiful countryside walks, the iconic Bowes Castle, and access to the Pennines, making it a superb location for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. The village is also within easy reach of Barnard Castle, a vibrant market town with fantastic shops, restaurants, and the esteemed Bowes Museum, all just a short drive away. For those commuting or simply seeking rural tranquillity with amenities nearby, this property provides the best of both worlds.

With scope for modernisation, this house is the perfect canvas for a discerning buyer looking to put their own stamp on a characterful home in a sought-after village. Early viewing is highly recommended, enquire today to arrange your appointment and experience the potential of this unique property for yourself.

PRICE 

£235,000

VIEWING

Strictly via appointment through the selling agents. 

PROPERTY INFORMATION 

Title Number(s)- DU182420

Tenure- Freehold

Local Authority- Durham

Council Tax Band: D- Annual Price: £2,622

Conservation Area-Bowes

Flood Risk- Very low

Services- Oil fired central heating boiler, mains electricity, water and drainage. 

Mobile coverage- EE, Vodafone, Three, O2

Broadband- Basic19 Mbps, Superfast80 Mbps, Ultrafast8500 Mbps

Satellite / Fibre TV Availability- BT &Sky

Parking- Space in front of the garage for one car. 

COVENANTS AND EASEMENTS

The property may be subject to restrictive covenant(s) and/or easement(s) that will need to be verified by the seller's solicitor.

SURVEY

We have not undertaken a survey of the property and therefore are unable to comment on its structural condition.

BROCHURE

Photographs and details taken June 2026.