Thornley, Tow Law, Bishop Auckland, DL13

Low Gill House, 2 Valley View has been owned by our clients for 45 years and is now coming to the market seeking its next owner. Originally two terraces which have now been combined, and technically now a semi-detached home, this house has a wonderful farmhouse type feel to it, with log burners and open fires, with amazing views to the front over the fields for miles beyond.

The accommodation comprises of an entrance hallway with stairs rising to the first floor which opens into generous dining room. At the rear of this lies the well sized utility room where a wealth of storage options lie. Continuing through the house is the living room which features a window seat, the log burner, an exposed stone wall and a large store cupboard. At the rear of the property lies the kitchen which has been recently re fitted in modern grey with integrated appliances that comprise of an electric oven, separate oven and grill and space for free standing fridge freezer. A Small rear entrance porch completes the layout on the ground floor.
On the first floor there are four double bedrooms, all of which are located at the front of the property to maximise the views. At the rear there are two bathrooms and a small office.
The attic space at the property is ideal for storage as it is insulated and boarded.
Externally the title includes the enclosed back yard which features concrete area that could be a great place to eat outside in warmer months. Our client has cultivated a well presented garden that is a mix of grass, bushes and shrubs, summer house and pond. To the front of the house, the access track is un registered and un adopted and provides access for the farm fields that lies to the front and side of the house. Our client has parked their car on this parcel of land for the 45 years that they have lived there.

Thornley is a pleasant Hamlet located a short distance from Tow Law where a number of amenities can be found including a few convenience sized supermarkets, food outlets, primary schools and transport links. The village itself has an active community spirit based around the Village Hall and Church.
There are Art and Pilates classes in the Hall, other activities include Quiz and Film nights, and a plant sale.


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 – C
Tenure – Freehold

PART B
Property Type – Semi Detached
Property Construction – Stone
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
Water Supply - Mains
Sewerage – Mains
Heating - Oil Fired Boiler with radiators along with open fire and log burning stove
Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website -

Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website –
Parking: on street

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 - covenants apply
Rights & Easements- rights apply
Article 4 Planning Restricted area – the property is subject to Article 4 Direction
Flood risk – Surface water low risk
Coastal Erosion - NA
Protected Trees – no
Conservation area – yes
Planning Permission – no
Accessibility – The property has not been altered for accessibility
Mining Area – Whilst Tow Law was heavily mined, records available show no historical working in the village of Thornley,
Selective License Area – no
The property boundaries do not match the title plan
There are two titles for the house


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