The Old Sawmill, Shincliffe, DH1

- PROPERTY TYPE
Link Detached House
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
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Key features
- Four-bedroom detached home with approximately 2,819 sq. ft. of accommodation
- Striking double-height gallery lounge with full-height glazing
- Generous corner plot with landscaped gardens and countryside views
- Spacious kitchen/breakfast room with central island and garden access
- Detached double garage with bar/entertainment room and separate gym above
- Exclusive semi-rural setting near Shincliffe, within easy reach of Durham City
Description
Offering approximately 2,819 sq. ft. of accommodation across the main house, the property combines generous proportions with impressive architectural features, including a striking double-height gallery lounge and extensive glazing overlooking the gardens. The accommodation is complemented by a detached double garage with off-street parking, together with a superb bar and entertainment room and separate gym above.
The property is approached via an entrance hall, which provides access to a generous kitchen/breakfast room. This impressive everyday living space offers extensive fitted cabinetry, a substantial central island with breakfast seating and excellent natural light from a series of rooflights. Double doors connect the kitchen with the dining room, creating a natural flow through the principal ground-floor accommodation.
The dining room forms one of the most distinctive areas of the house, with a dramatic double-height aspect and gallery above. From here, the accommodation connects with the principal lounge and provides access to the garden room, creating a series of versatile reception spaces ideal for both family life and entertaining.
The garden room is a particularly attractive addition, with a vaulted ceiling, multiple rooflights and extensive glazing. Bi-folding doors open directly onto the garden and terraces, providing a seamless connection between the house and its outside space.
Also situated on the ground floor is a useful utility room, while a separate lobby leads to a well-proportioned bedroom and shower room. This arrangement provides excellent flexibility and could suit guests, multi-generational living or those seeking accessible ground-floor accommodation.
To the first floor, the impressive gallery lounge overlooks the dining space below and is framed by a spectacular full-height glazed elevation, creating a light-filled additional reception area with far-reaching views.
Three further bedrooms are positioned on this level. The principal bedroom benefits from its own dressing room and en-suite shower room, while another generously proportioned bedroom features fitted wardrobes and en-suite facilities. A further bedroom and family bathroom, fitted with a bath, complete the first-floor accommodation.
A staircase continues to the second floor, where a further room is currently utilised as a study/dressing room, providing additional flexible space suitable for home working, hobbies or storage.
Externally, the property occupies a particularly generous corner plot, with established landscaped gardens incorporating extensive lawn, planted borders and a choice of paved and decked seating areas. The garden provides ample space for outdoor dining and entertaining while enjoying an attractive open outlook across the surrounding countryside.
A further standout feature is the detached double garage and the substantial accommodation positioned above it. Currently arranged as an impressive bar and entertainment/games room together with a separate gym, this space significantly enhances the lifestyle offering of the property and provides considerable flexibility for leisure, hobbies or home working.
With its striking architecture, extensive accommodation, excellent entertaining spaces and generous gardens, 4 The Old Sawmill represents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive family home in a sought-after setting close to Durham City.
Location
The Old Sawmill enjoys an attractive semi-rural setting on the outskirts of Shincliffe, combining the appeal of countryside living with convenient access to Durham City and the wider regional road network.
Shincliffe is one of the established and sought-after villages surrounding Durham, making the location particularly well suited to buyers looking for a quieter setting without sacrificing access to the city. The surrounding countryside provides an attractive backdrop for walking and outdoor pursuits, while Durham City is readily accessible for a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure, cultural and professional services.
For families, Shincliffe CE Primary School is located within the local area, while Durham and its surrounding communities provide a wider selection of state and independent schooling.
Durham City provides an extensive range of everyday amenities alongside restaurants, cafés, bars and leisure facilities, as well as the historic city centre and Durham University. The location is also well placed for commuters requiring access to Durham and other major employment centres throughout the North East.
Durham railway station provides mainline rail connections, while the surrounding road network offers convenient links towards the A1(M), making Newcastle upon Tyne, Gateshead, Sunderland, Darlington and destinations further afield accessible.
The property's position within The Old Sawmill is particularly appealing, offering a more secluded residential environment with an attractive rural outlook, while remaining within easy reach of the amenities and connectivity associated with Durham City.
For those seeking a substantial family home with countryside surroundings, generous outside space and convenient access to Durham, The Old Sawmill offers an excellent balance between rural lifestyle and city accessibility.
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- Band: G
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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