Ridgewood Close, Darlington, County Durham

The property enjoys a degree of privacy and benefits from gardens to the front, side and rear, together with a garage providing valuable off-road parking and additional storage. A particularly interesting feature is the plot of land to the front of the property, which offers potential for a variety of uses, subject to any necessary planning permissions and consents.

The property is currently tenanted at £550 per calendar month, providing an immediate rental income and making this an appealing opportunity for landlords and investors seeking an established investment property. Alternatively, the property would also make a comfortable home for a first-time buyer, couple or small family, with the attractive position, versatile accommodation and generous external space adding to its overall appeal.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors and begins with an entrance hall leading into the principal ground floor living areas. The lounge features stairs rising to the first floor, while an inner hallway provides access to the ground floor WC. To the rear is a useful kitchen/dining room, providing a versatile space for both everyday living and entertaining, with patio doors opening directly onto the rear garden and creating a pleasant connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.

To the first floor are two bedrooms together with a family bathroom, providing comfortable and practical accommodation for modern living. The layout offers a good balance of living and bedroom space, while the external areas further enhance the property's appeal.


Externally, the property benefits from gardens extending to the front, side and rear, providing plenty of outdoor space and considerable versatility. The plot of land to the front is an unusual and potentially valuable feature, offering scope for a purchaser to consider a number of possible uses, subject to planning permission where required. The garage and off-road parking provide further practicality, while the rear garden offers an excellent space for outdoor seating, entertaining or simply enjoying the warmer months.

The location is another significant attraction, positioned within an established residential area of Darlington, with convenient access to a range of everyday amenities, local shops and supermarkets. A selection of local schools is also available within the surrounding area, making the location suitable for a variety of purchasers.

For everyday shopping and amenities, there are several supermarkets and retail facilities within the wider area, while Darlington town centre is readily accessible and provides an extensive choice of shops, cafés, restaurants, leisure facilities and essential services. The area is also served by local bus routes, with Darlington railway station providing further transport connections for commuters and those travelling further afield.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, the property is particularly well placed for access to nearby green spaces, walking routes and the local nature reserve. Being just a stone's throw from the nature reserve, the property offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy walks and the surrounding natural environment close to home. The wider Darlington area also provides a good selection of parks, recreational facilities and open spaces.

 

ENTRANCE HALL The property is entered via the entrance hall, which benefits from a UPVC framed double-glazed window providing natural light. A door provides direct access into the lounge, creating a welcoming entrance and convenient connection to the main living accommodation. 

LOUNGE The lounge is a comfortable and welcoming reception room, benefiting from a UPVC framed double-glazed window which allows plenty of natural light into the room. The space is finished with laminate flooring and features a radiator providing heating, while a door provides access through to the inner hall. 

INNER HALL The inner hall provides a useful connecting space between the principal ground floor accommodation and benefits from a built-in storage cupboard, providing valuable additional storage. The hall also provides access to the ground floor WC and a further door leading through to the kitchen/dining room. 

GROUND FLOOR WC The ground floor WC is fitted with a white suite comprising a WC and wash hand basin. The room is complemented by a radiator and UPVC framed double-glazed window, providing natural light and ventilation. 

KITCHEN/DINER The kitchen/dining room provides a practical and versatile heart to the home, incorporating a range of fitted base and wall-mounted units with laminate work surfaces and tiled splashback and working areas. An inset sink unit with drainer and mixer tap is set within the work surface, together with an integrated oven and hob, while there is plumbing for an automatic washing machine.

The room also houses a wall-mounted gas combination central heating boiler and benefits from a UPVC framed double-glazed window and radiator. There is ample space for a dining table and chairs, creating a useful area for everyday dining and entertaining. UPVC framed double-glazed French doors provide direct access onto the rear garden, creating a pleasant connection between the kitchen/dining area and the outside space. 

FIRST FLOOR LANDING The first floor landing provides access to both bedrooms and the family bathroom, offering a practical central area connecting the first-floor accommodation. 

BEDROOM ONE Bedroom one is a well-proportioned double bedroom offering ample space for a range of bedroom furniture. The room benefits from a UPVC framed double-glazed window, providing a good level of natural light, together with a radiator for heating. 

BEDROOM TWO Bedroom two is a further well-proportioned double bedroom, benefiting from a UPVC framed double-glazed window which provides a good level of natural light, together with a radiator providing heating. 

FAMILY BATHROOM The family bathroom is fitted with a white suite comprising a panelled bath with inset electric shower over, wash hand basin and WC. The room benefits from tiling to the splashback and vanity areas, together with a radiator and UPVC framed double-glazed window providing natural light and ventilation. 

EXTERNALLY Externally, the property benefits from attractive gardens to the front and side, incorporating paved areas and sections laid to lawn, together with gated side access leading through to the rear garden. The property also benefits from a garage positioned to the frontage, with an off-road parking space directly in front, providing convenient parking and additional storage.

A gated access also leads to a separate plot of land to the front, offering considerable versatility and the potential to be utilised for a variety of purposes, subject to any necessary planning permissions and consents.

To the rear is a good-sized, fence-enclosed garden, providing a private and secure outdoor space. A separate patio area offers an ideal spot for outdoor seating and entertaining, with gated access providing further convenience to the garden.