Bridge End, Barnard Castle, DL12

Established Holiday Let with Existing Income and Forward Bookings in Barnard Castle!

Occupying an exceptional riverside position in the heart of historic Barnard Castle, this beautifully presented Grade II Listed two-bedroom apartment offers outstanding views across the River Tees, the historic bridge and towards Barnard Castle itself.

The property is currently operated as a successful holiday let generating approximately £1,000 per calendar month, with a strong record of existing and forward bookings. It presents an attractive opportunity for an investor to acquire an established, income-producing business and continue operating it as an ongoing concern, subject to the agreed terms of sale and transfer of reservations.

Equally appealing as a distinctive main residence or second home, the apartment combines period character with tasteful contemporary finishes. The well-planned accommodation includes an impressive open-plan kitchen and living space, two generous double bedrooms, a modern bathroom and an unusual tanked cellar providing valuable additional storage.

Character features include sash windows, exposed stone alcoves and a striking glass floor panel overlooking the illuminated cellar below. These features are complemented by neutral décor, modern fittings and captivating riverside views from the principal rooms.

Situation and Amenities

Approximate distances:

Bishop Auckland 16 miles | Darlington 17 miles | Durham 25 miles | Newcastle upon Tyne 44 miles | A1(M) 14 miles

Positioned on the banks of the River Tees, the apartment is within easy reach of Barnard Castle’s excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, traditional pubs and everyday amenities.

This historic market town is a popular destination for visitors exploring Teesdale and the wider Durham Dales, helping to support the property’s established holiday-let appeal.

The area is well served by nursery, primary and secondary schooling, including Barnard Castle School and Teesdale School. Convenient road connections via the A66 and A1(M) provide access to Darlington, Durham, North Yorkshire and the wider North East.

Accommodation

The property is accessed from the main street through a communal entrance shared by just three apartments. Steps lead down to the private entrance of Apartment One.

Entrance Hallway

A welcoming hallway providing access to the accommodation. There is a useful storage cupboard housing the combination boiler, together with a radiator.

Open-Plan Living Kitchen

The heart of the apartment is an impressive open-plan living space, where two windows frame superb views across the River Tees, the historic bridge and towards the castle.

A striking glass floor panel offers a view into the illuminated cellar below, creating a memorable architectural feature. A characterful stone alcove with built-in seating provides an additional focal point.

Kitchen Area

The kitchen is fitted with a range of white-fronted wall and base units, solid oak work surfaces and tiled splashbacks.

Integrated appliances include a Whirlpool electric hob, fan-assisted oven and stainless-steel extractor hood, with further space for a washing machine and fridge-freezer. Raised front-facing windows and a radiator complete the room.

Bedroom One

A spacious double bedroom enjoying spectacular views across the river and towards the castle, with a radiator.

Bedroom Two

A further well-proportioned double bedroom with a front-facing window and radiator. A discreet floor hatch provides access to the cellar.

Bathroom

Fitted with a modern white suite comprising a panelled bath with overhead rainfall shower, low-level WC and pedestal wash basin. The room also features panelled and tiled walls and an opaque glazed sash window.

Cellar

Accessed by ladder from Bedroom Two, the tanked cellar offers excellent additional storage, although head height is restricted.

A secondary cellar room features two river-facing windows, stone alcoves and atmospheric wall lighting. The glass ceiling panel looks back into the living area above, reinforcing the apartment’s individual character.

Services

Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected.

Gas-fired central heating.

Tenure

The property is understood to be leasehold with a share of the freehold, held on a 999-year lease from January 2016.

No ground rent or service charge is currently payable.

Details relating to the holiday-let income, future reservations and proposed transfer of the business are available upon request. All income figures and bookings should be independently verified by prospective purchasers.

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