Property description
Truly spectacular converted farm house in the affluent village of Castle Eden. Fully refurbished to the highest standard, yet still retaining many original & charming features. This substantial property is set within 4 acres of land.
Set in around 4 acres of land, this truly remarkable detached conversion has been refurbished to the highest standard, with all of the finest quality fixture & fittings.
The private gravelled drive leads you up to the house. From the main front door, there is the grand entrance hall with open chimney and wooden flooring. Opposite is a further porch and walk in cloak room. The large lounge has an open fireplace, with warm carpets and ceiling to floor windows. The dining room also has the large, original, panel windows overlooking the manicured gardens. There is a further reception room which could be used as a study. It features wooden floors, bay window and wood burning fire set in tiled surround. The brand new kitchen has fully tiled floor with cream units and black granite worktops, induction hob, American style fridge freezer, built in oven & microwave. The island in the centre of the room hosts the sink and also built in dishwasher, but the star of the show is the double Aga stove, set in high gloss brick surround. The conservatory has underfloor heating and panoramic views of the private land and nearby countryside. Near the back door is a utility room with glossy grey units & sink.
Up to the first floor, you are led in to the master suite. The suite has three rooms from the private hall. There is the master bedroom (large in size and neutrally decorated), a walk in wardrobe (room fitted with shelves & rails) and the ensuite bathroom. The ensuite bathroom is fitted with a double walk in shower, bath, and his & hers sink, all in the most stylish of bathroom designs. There is also underfloor heating. Bedrooms 2 & 3 are also large double bedrooms, both with ensuite including wc, sink & walk in shower. Both bathroom designs are modern & high quality, with the second bedrooms ensuite reminiscent of a relaxing spa. Bedrooms four & five are also double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and built in shelving units, and both with fantastic countryside views. Bedroom five is the smallest, but you can still fit in a double bed in. There is also fitted wardrobes to this room. The family bathroom has wc, bath, separate shower cubicle and Charlotte (1889) sink. There is also plenty built in storage. There is also an airing cupboard with built in storage on the landing.
Externally, there are two garages, and various outhouses. These could be used as workshops, or for storage. There is also the potential to fence off some land for grazing. To the bottom of the gardens is a tennis court which also belongs to the property.
Castle Eden is a small village just ten miles East of Durham City Centre. Excellent location for those who need to commute via the A19. Close to neighboring village Wingate and Peterlee also just a short drive to Hartlepool and Seahams coastline. Surrounding the village itself there are plenty of activities to be had such as golf cricket and horseriding. Maximos italian restaurant & the Castle Eden Inn are firm favorites with the friendly locals.
Property Features :
- Spectacular converted home
- Set within 4 acres of private land
- Five double bedrooms
- Three reception rooms
- Four bathrooms