The Hermitage, Chester Le Street, Co Durham, DH2

FOR SALE BY AUCTION
Online Auction Thursday 29th October 2026
Starts 10:00 am - Bidding opens 24 hours prior
Auction information available here:


This two storey property enjoys a very appealing position within this Grade 2 listed mansion. It is situated within the west wing of the building and has pleasant views over The Hermitage grounds and woodland. Parking is provided in the adjacent block paved inner courtyard. This attractive property comprises the former show house for The Hermitage Estate. On the ground floor, the entrance hall leads to the living and dining room and the kitchen. The living room features a large walk-in bay window with French doors opening out to the attractive grounds. It also includes a period fireplace, living flame gas fire and corniced ceiling. The dining area is offset from the living room and has a large full-height arched window. The Kitchen is fitted with wood grain effect units and integral appliances. To the first floor there are two Bedrooms which feature an En Suite Bathroom/wc and an En Suite Shower room/wc. The master Bedroom also includes a raised dressing area. The specification includes gas central heating via radiators, double glazing and an audio-video security entry system. Viewing is strictly by appointment with J W Wood.

The Hermitage Estate
Constructed at the turn of the 19th century, this magnificent mansion house is set in approximately 70 acres of park and woodland and typifies the gracious living afforded to the landed gentry of the time. The Estate has been sympathetically converted into a limited number of luxury houses and apartments whilst retaining the priceless character of an historic building. Occupants of the estate have the privileged use of the estate facilities which include the splendid communal entrance hall, large Victorian conservatory, indoor heated swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna, tennis court and lake. The extensive grounds provide a beautiful setting with scenic woodland and riverside walks. Access to the estate is provided by remote-controlled gates and a video entry system.

Location.
The Hermitage is located at the southern fringe of Chester-le-Street. The town is a principal location for those seeking easy access throughout the North East, and excellent road links are provided by the A167, A693, A183 and A1M interchange. The town therefore not only offers an excellent range of shops, schools and amenities but also easy access to Durham City, Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland and the major airports at Newcastle and Teeside. Chester-le-Street also offers a railway station on the main east coast line.

MATERIAL INFORMATION
The information below is provided in accordance with the consumer protection requirements of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 and is intended to highlight matters which may be material to a prospective purchaser when deciding whether to view, offer on or proceed with this property.

Local Authority – Durham County Council
Council Tax Band – F
Tenure – Leasehold
Lease Expiry Date: 20th June 2188
Service Charge: £4,529.81 for the year ending 31st December 2026.
Ground Rent: Peppercorn
Property Type – Terraced within Grade 2 Listed Building
Property Construction – Standard
Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floor plan; all measurements taken are the maximum dimensions available between internal walls
Gas Supply - Mains
Electricity supply – Mains
Water Supply – Mains (not metered)
Sewerage – Mains
Heating – Gas-fired central heating via radiators
Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website -
Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website –
Parking - Allocated parking space within courtyard. Ample residents' and guests' parking areas with no permit restrictions
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 which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register and original lease from McCarrick Construction Company Ltd, which are available for inspection.
Selective licencing area – Not included
Article 4 Planning Restricted area – the property is subject to an Article 4 Direction.
Conservation Area – No
Rights & Easements- None
Flood risk – Rivers and seas: Very low. Surface water: Very low.
Coastal Erosion – N/A
Protected Trees - Several within the estate grounds
Planning Permission – There are no current planning applications in the locality that we are aware of.
Accessibility/Adaptations – The property has not been altered for accessibility.
Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area; further searches may be required.

The information has been obtained from the seller and, where appropriate, from publicly available or other relevant sources, and has been compiled in good faith. Information supplied by third parties or external sources may be subject to change.
J W Wood is not qualified to provide legal, surveying, structural or other specialist advice. Where any information requires legal or technical interpretation, or where any matter is of particular importance to your decision to purchase, you should seek appropriate verification from your conveyancer, surveyor or other suitably qualified professional before committing to significant expenditure.

Buyer Identity & AML Checks
Estate agents are subject to legal obligations under anti-money laundering legislation and, where applicable, are supervised by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for compliance with those requirements. A £35 including VAT fee per purchaser applies for these checks.

Agents Property Auction Note 1
The Agents Property Auction have not inspected this property, and J W Wood has supplied the property details. None of the services has been tested. Measurements, where given, are approximate and for descriptive purposes only. Boundaries cannot be guaranteed and must be checked by solicitors before exchanging contracts. The details are provided in good faith and are set out as a general guide only; they do not constitute any part of a contract. No staff member has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty concerning this property.
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Agents Property Auction Note 2
Each auction property is offered at a guide price and is also subject to a reserve price. The guide price is the level at which the bidding will commence. The reserve price is the seller's minimum acceptable price at auction, and the figure below which the auctioneer cannot sell. The reserve price, which may be up to 10% higher than the guide price, is not disclosed and remains confidential between the seller and the auctioneer. Both the guide price and the reserve price can change up to and including the auction day. The successful buyer pays a £ 2,000 + VAT (total £2,400) Auction Administration Fee. We can refer you to a North East-based Solicitor from our panel at your request. It is your decision whether you choose to deal with them. Should you decide to use them, you should know that we would receive a referral fee of £120 including VAT from them for the recommendation.

Agents Property Auction Note 3
A copy of the title is available upon request. We recommend that all potential buyers seek legal advice and satisfy their requirements before purchasing.