Spring Meadows, Houghton Le Spring, DH5

This truly spectacular modern mansion is situated in what is arguably becoming one of the best residential locations in Durham and the North. It is part of a development consisting of only a handful of similar million-pound mansions.

3 Spring Meadow is located on the periphery of this self-build development and occupies a good-sized plot with formal gardens backing into open countryside, offering a southern aspect.

Rainton Bridge is adjacent to the A690, providing superb communication links to both Durham City to the West (5 miles) and Sunderland and the A19 to the East. This fast-growing residential area is on the doorstep of Houghton-le-Spring, which has several national and local shops, pubs, a library, and primary and secondary schools. The Ramside Hall hotel complex is close by (2 miles), where you can enjoy two 18-hole golf courses, a driving range, great clubhouse facilities, a spa, a gym and swimming pool complex, as well as the 4-star hotel with its range of restaurants. The estate has effectively established itself with a 'country club' feel, and there are future plans to create even bigger and better facilities.

Recently developed (2015), the house has been finished to an exceptionally high standard, seldom seen in mansions. It extends to over 4,500 sq ft of GIA. The good-sized plot also provides parking to the front elevation and an integral double garage. The extensive, professionally designed grounds have matured over the period, with the open fields to the rear providing a high degree of seclusion and privacy. There is an interesting mix of soft and hard landscaping and delightful areas to enjoy the peaceful surroundings, stunning views, and extensive sun terrace and BBQ area.

Internally, the house shows no compromise, with a solid oak staircase leading to all floors and being centrally located. The home oozes quality at every turn, from the internal door finishes, lighting, and luxury fitted dining kitchen with a glazed lantern window flooding the areas with natural light. The Sonos integral speaker system showcases the attention to detail, as does the underfloor heating and sliding rear doors that blend and complement the rear sun terrace and garden.

The central reception hallway with a luxury tiled floor is accessed from the entrance hallway and provides access to the living room, family dining and kitchen, formal dining room, utility, and a luxury tiled floor leading to the cloakroom/wc.

On the first floor, the contemporary staircase leads to a galleried landing and the principal bedroom with a walk-in dressing room and luxury en suite bathroom. There are two additional bedrooms on this level, one with an en suite, as well as a luxury fitted family bathroom suite. In addition to the bedrooms, there is an office and a luxury cinema room. The wooden stairs from the landing provide access to three further rooms at the second-floor level with stunning views, an additional bathroom, and a gym area.

This is a true 'once in a lifetime' opportunity to acquire one of the best houses available in the northeast and one not to be missed.