Old Elvet, Durham, County Durham, DH1 3HN

Entrance Hallway

Enter through the solid wood external door into the entrance hallway, which gives an inviting welcome into the property, offering access into the study, dining room, rear hallway and upstairs. Karndean flooring extends into the dining room and office, and towards the back of the property. The original doorbell is still in place, and could be fitted back into use. Magnificent staircase leading to the first floor, which is solid oak and Grade II listed.

Formal Dining Room

5m x 4.6m

The fantastic dining room to the front of the property which was once used as a doctor's consulting office can now comfortably host dinners for fourteen people, and has previously fit up to sixteen. The sash windows to the front elevation also have original shutters for added privacy and security, and there is also a Frosterley Marble original fireplace. There is the option to purchase the gorgeous limed oak dining table, which was made in 2012, with matching chairs. To the ceiling there is a ceiling rose and modern spotlights, and there is also a gas centrally heated radiator. Karndean flooring which extends from the entrance hallway.

Study

4.14m x 2.79m

Useful study to the front of the property, with oak shelving and desks fitted by Newcastle Furniture Company. Karndean flooring that extends from the entrance hallway, as well as a gas centrally heated radiator. Original sash windows and shutters to the front elevation.

Kitchen

6.13m x 3.62m

Originally built by the Victorians, but extended in 2000 and refurbished by Howdens in 2021, the huge kitchen is a wonderfully sociable yet functional area. The countertops are made from 'Stardust Quartz' granite, which atop the beautiful base units and large island with breakfast bar. The island contains two dishwashers, a temperature controlled wine fridge, stainless steel inset sink with mixer tap and cupboard storage. The Aga Masterchef Deluxe boasts an induction cooker, two ovens, a grill and warmer oven, with a concealed elica extractor fan over. There is an integrated microwave, original Victorian pull-out larder cupboard and original door leading into the dining room. There is also space for a huge refrigerator/freezer, and the owners have kindly offered to leave the current refrigerator. Spotlights to the ceiling with three light settings. The flooring is solid wood and the kitc...

Family Sitting Room

3.95m x 3.42m

Wonderfully high ceilings and velux windows give the family sitting room its bright and airy feel, with solid wood flooring extending from the kitchen and into the breakfast room. Original sash windows look out into the rear garden and there is wiring in place for a television on the wall.

Breakfast / Garden Room

3.74m x 2.02m

The breakfast / garden room is an excellent space for more informal dining, offering double doors opening out into the rear garden. The room shows off high ceilings with original beams and velux windows, as well as double glazed floor to ceiling window and original sash window.

Rear Hallway

A door with decorative stained glass leads from the entrance hallway into the rear hallway, which provides access into the kitchen, pantry, cellar and to the garden through the original rear door. The flooring is tiled and the rear window is original as well.

WC / Cloakroom

Useful downstairs WC / cloakroom, with an original window that was previously used for patients to receive medicine from the pharmacy (now the pantry). There is a WC and hand basin, as well as wood flooring.

Pantry / Utility Room

8.34m x 2.23m

Extended in 2000, but originally used as a pharmacy/medicine dispensary before the first world war, the pantry now serves as a useful area for a modern family's needs. The floor is the original slate floor, there are original windows looking out into the garden and a stable door. The sink is the original porcelain Belfast sink, and the drainer alongside is also porcelain. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, and the current owners also have a large freezer in place.

Cellar

6.6m x 3.37m

The cellar is a large area under the house with a barrelled ceiling and original hooks which would have been used to hang and preserve meat in the past.

First Floor Landing

Ascending the impressive stairway, the first landing offers a brilliant sunny area, with tessellated tile flooring and wool carpet to the stairs. An ideal space to sit and read, which was extended to the back of the property in Victorian times.

Bedroom One

5.74m x 3.06m

The main bedroom is situated to the back of the property with an original window overlooking the rear garden. Extended in 2000, and refurbished in 2021, there is a dressing area to the rear and huge fitted sliding door wardrobes. Original marble fireplace and wool carpets.

Drawing Room

8.97m x 4.61m

Expanding the entire width of the house, the 30ft drawing room is an impressive room to the front of the property, providing a comforting living area with floods of natural light from the three windows. The marble fireplace is the original open fire, and can be used with smokeless fuel. The Victorian bay window offers a sunny window seat - the family Labradors' favourite spot. There is also the option to buy the magnificent grand piano and various furniture pieces.

Bathroom

4.59m x 1.79m

Modern five-piece bathroom suite, refurbished in 2021, comprising: WC, bidet, hand basin atop vanity unit, original cast iron bath and non-slip walk in shower. Marble effect tiles to the walls, as well as spotlights to the ceiling. The windows is the original sash window overlooking the garden, and there is a large chrome towel radiator and useful built-in cupboard.

Second Floor Landing

Another brilliant landing space with views over the extensive garden, currently with a desk and built in shelving unit. Wool carpet to the floor and access into the further four bedrooms and family bathroom.

Bedroom Two

5.11m x 4.38m

Tremendous bedroom to the front of the property, with two original sash windows showing off views of Durham Cathedral. Fitted wardrobes give a brilliant amount of storage space, and there is also an original fireplace. The windows have shutters and there is also access into the loft.

Bedroom Three

3.99m x 4.35m

Fantastic double bedroom to the back of the property with original sash window overlooking the rear garden, wool carpet to the floor and original fireplace.

Bedroom Four

5.19m x 3.75m

Spacious double bedroom to the front of the property with original sash window with views of Durham Cathedral. Wool carpet to the floor, original fireplace.

Family Shower Room

3.64m x 2.04m

Three piece shower room with original sash window to the back of the property. Decorative panelling, and suite comprising WC, shower and hand basin. Built in storage cupboard and vinyl flooring.

Bedroom Five / Tower Bedroom

3.72m x 1.59m

Added to the property in the 1850s, the tower bedroom offers the best views in the house over the rear garden. A single room with velux window, fitted bed, desk and wardrobe, as well as access onto the roof.

Garden

Garden View