Keepers Cottage/Low Barmston Farm, Washington

FOR SALE BY WAY OF ONLINE AUCTION - 31ST OF JULY 2024. Terms and Conditions apply. See Agents Property Auctions Website for full details.

Presenting a rare opportunity to purchase this outstanding family home located in an idyllic hamlet enjoying open countryside views to the front yet located within easy reach of major trunk routes. The property is a nature lovers paradise and ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Set in an idyllic rural aspect within the Green Belt on the outskirts of Washington and overlooking the Washington Wildfowl Trust, this property is well positioned affording panoramic views across open countryside and the picturesque River Wear Valley. The South facing garden provides easy access to the River Wear trail which offers riverside walks through ancient broadleaf woodland and is a haven for wildlife, whilst for the more
adventurous the Coast to Coast cycle route and a long established equestrian centre are nearby.
The property has been upgraded and modernised by the current vendor over the years and comprises an entrance hall, two living rooms, dining room, kitchen, breakfast area and utility room to the ground floor. To the first floor there are four bedrooms and a bathroom. Externally there are lawned gardens with decked seating area to the front and side whilst to the rear there is a patio area with large storage shed. The property benefits from rights of access and to the side there is parking for multiple cars.
Conveniently situated in a tranquil yet accessible location, the major regional centres of Durham and Newcastle are within easy reach. To fully understand and appreciate the house on offer a viewing is highly recommended.
ENTRANCE HALLWAY
Entrance door, ceiling rose, radiator, tile style flooring and stairs leading to first floor.
LIVING ROOM 4.85m (15'11) x 3.94m (12'11)
Coving to ceiling, ceiling rose, picture rail, feature fire surround with tiled insert, open flue and radiator.
SECOND RECEPTION ROOM 4.17m (13'8) x 3.94m (12'11)
Coving to ceiling, ceiling rose, two built in windows, inglenook style fireplace with wood burning stove, timber flooring, tow double glazed windows to rear elevation.
KITCHEN 4.19m (13'9) x 2.39m (7'10)
Range of base units with worktop surfaces, sink, electric cooker point, tiled splashback, integrated fridge and freezer, integrated dishwasher and open plan to:-
DINING ROOM 4.7m (15'5) x 2.34m (7'8)
Double glazed double doors to rear garden, two skylight windows and radiator.
UTILITY ROOM 2.34m (7'8) x 1.45m (4'9)
Plumbing for washing machine and double glazed window.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Double glazed window to side elevation, ceiling rose and access to loft.
BEDROOM ONE 3.76m (12'4) x 3.66m (12')
Double glazed window to front elevation with countryside views and radiator.
BEDROOM TWO 4.37m (14'4) x 2.44m (8')
Double glazed window to rear elevation, radiator and feature fireplace.
BEDROOM THREE 3.94m (12'11) x 2.21m (7'3)
"L" Shaped. Double window to front elevation with countryside views and radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR 2.95m (9'8) x 2.59m (8'6)
Double glazed window to rear elevation and radiator.
BATHROOM
Suite comprising shower cubicle, bath, low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin, part tiled walls and double glazed window to rear elevation.
EXTERNALLY
Access to the property is via a private road and the property benefits from rights of access and to the side there is parking for multiple cars. There are lawned gardens to the front with outstanding opens views,
decked seating area to the front and side, patio area to the rear and lawned garden to the side.
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Council Tax
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