Sycamore Court, Rowley

Available with NO ONWARD CHAIN.

A charming semi-detached cottage occupying an impressive plot with a beautifully appointed detached annex and garage, set on approximately one acre of land.

Set within a small and attractive rural estate, this delightful stone-built cottage provides a wonderful combination of period charm, generous grounds and versatile accommodation. The property is approached via gravelled driveways, providing an abundance of parking to both the front and rear, while the surrounding grounds offer considerable scope and flexibility.

The front garden is enclosed by a mature hedge and traditional dry-stone wall, with a neat lawn and gravelled pathway leading to the newly fitted sage-green composite cottage door.

Inside, the property immediately showcases its character. The large entrance hallway with laminate flooring, skylight and attractive stained-glass feature incorporating a charming parrot motif add to the charm and character.

The hallway leading to the bedroom is light and welcoming, with three windows providing an abundance of natural light, particularly during the late morning, while the stone windowsills add to the traditional farmhouse feel.

There are three bedrooms, each offering its own character and flexibility. The principal bedroom is newly fitted with grey carpeting and fitted wardrobes/furniture, together with stone windowsills, new internal doors with stylish black fittings and Sash uPVC windows. With a dual aspect, this is a particularly bright and characterful room.

Bedroom two is a spacious and cosy room, again with new carpeting and attractive whitewashed timber joists adding further character overhead.

Bedroom three is an exceptionally versatile space, with fitted wardrobes, new grey carpeting and a stone windowsill. Subject to the necessary consents, this room could potentially be adapted to provide an ensuite serving the principal bedroom, or alternatively used as a dressing room, home office or guest bedroom.

The traditional-style bathroom features a bath with seperate shower, large pedestal wash hand basin, WC and useful fitted wardrobe storage. Brass fittings, a wood-effect tiled floor and tiled splashback surround complement the traditional character.

The lounge is a particularly impressive reception space, with a bright and spacious feel created by the apex ceiling, two skylights and side window. A brick-built fireplace with wood-burning stove, creates warmth and character. Newly fitted uPVC French doors open directly onto the rear patio and garden, ideal in the warmer months for enjoying the evening sun.

The kitchen is an excellent size, with ample room for dining and a lovely combination of traditional character and practicality. Shaker-style wall and base cabinetry is complemented by a metro-tiled splashback and laminate flooring, while the oil-fired Rayburn provides a real focal point and adds to the farmhouse character.

A further reception room off the kitchen features an attractive skylight, French doors, laminate flooring, wood-burning stove and exposed stone wall. This beautiful and inviting room, is ideal for relaxing or entertaining.

Externally, the property is equally impressive. The rear garden incorporates a paved seating area, small ornamental pond and lawn, with the lawn continuing around the property. The gravelled driveway extends around the cottage, providing further parking and access to the rear entrance, self contained annex, detached garage and the wider grounds.

A major feature of this property is the beautifully finished self-contained annex, which provides open-plan kitchen/dining/living accommodation together with a bathroom and bedroom. This highly versatile addition could provide excellent guest accommodation, space for extended family or, subject to the relevant requirements, an opportunity to generate additional rental income, including potential short-term holiday accommodation. An established holiday let company conducted a revenue forecast for this property and the figures were as follows:
* ADR: £125
* Occupancy: 56%
* Estimated annual rental revenue: £25,5K (70th revenue percentile)
* Estimated monthly rental revenue: £2,1K

Beyond the immediate garden, the grounds extend to approximately ONE ACRE, providing an unusually generous plot and considerable flexibility. There is also potential for further development of the land, subject entirely to obtaining all necessary planning permissions and other required consents.

The property forms part of a small collection of homes within a rural setting, accessed from the A68, making it particularly well placed for commuting while retaining a peaceful countryside atmosphere. The combination of the substantial plot, extensive parking, detached garage, self-contained annex and characterful cottage accommodation makes this a property with genuine versatility and considerable appeal.

Please note that the property is subject to a flying freehold (approximately above the kitchen area).

The cottage is perfectly situated for nature enthusiasts, and located in a beautiful spot to explore the North East. There's plenty to do on the doorstep, especially if you love the outdoors, there's access to beautiful walks from Rowley Station and it joins the cycle path that forms part of the C2C. The Derwent Reservoir is a short drive away and is a haven for water sport enthusiasts and anglers.

Consett is the closest town, that offers many amenities including nursery, primary and secondary schools, supermarkets, doctor surgery, cafes, restaurants/bars, sports facilities as well as a bus station with great transport links to Newcastle and Durham which are both approximately fourteen miles.


Council Tax Band: C (Durham CC)
Tenure: Freehold