Property description
DESCRIPTION This is a lovely country cottage situated in the village centre and forming part of the village's medieval wall. The property has been extended and benefits from recent significant improvements both internally and externally. The cottage has recently been redecorated throughout and externally repainted.
Internally its unique floor plan comprises an entrance lobby via a new high performance solid wood double glazed front door. Stairs lead to a first floor landing and a door leads to a lovely lounge with feature fireplace housing a multi-fuel stove beneath an oak mantelpiece. The lounge has recently been fitted with a solid wood double glazed sash widow, new carpet, new roller blind, and high quality wall and ceiling lights. An archway leads through to the breakfast area, with fitted roller blinds, and kitchen which has a comprehensive range of oak style wall and base units with granite worktops, Belfast sink, oven with gas hob and extractor hood, fridge, freezer and washing machine. A glazed door leads into the dining room and external porch overlooking a charming walled courtyard and beyond to a well stocked cottage garden. The dining room has been tastefully redecorated and includes new blinds.
The first floor landing has a feature beam and a triangular double glazed window with a view of the village church bell tower. The three bedrooms all have double glazed windows of which the master bedroom benefits from a new double glazed hardwood sash window. The master bedroom also has additional features of a varnished wood floor and built in wardrobes with dressing table. The family bathroom is fitted with a modern, white 5 piece suite.
EXTERNAL To the front of the cottage a pathway leads through a well stocked cottage garden leading to the front door. To the side of the terrace there is a driveway providing access to the rear courtyard, garage, rear porch and extensive private cottage garden. Attached to the spacious garage is a nicely presented workshop with wood burning stove, ample lighting and power sockets. There is also a shed with further storage space, bulk light and sockets. The well stocked rear garden has a raised decked area, stream and traditional greenhouse.
LOCATION The highly desirable village of Sedgefield lies approximately 12 miles south east of historical Durham City and is situated within close proximity to both the A1M and A19 both providing excellent transport links throughout the region. There are a vast range of local amenities within walking distance including 2 good primary schools and secondary school, local shops including supermarket , several excellent restaurants and public houses, library, doctors surgery, cricket, rugby and squash clubs.
SERVICES Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating to radiators and solar panels supplying the domestic hot water.
CHARGES Durham County Council tax band
VIEWINGS Viewing is strictly by appointment. Arrangements can be made by contacting YoungsRPS, Sedgefield, 01740 617377.
MARKET APPRAISAL We would be pleased to provide professional, unbiased advice on the current value and marketing of your existing home.