3 bedroom detached house

A charming and characterful detached three bedroomed cottage, with immaculately presented accommodation throughout and far reaching views over open countryside at the rear.

The Property
5 Bridge End is an attractive, immaculately maintained, detached period cottage which has been extended over the years and currently offers three spacious double bedrooms, two bathrooms and two well proportioned reception rooms. The property has the benefit of gas fired central heating system, UPVC double glazing and original character features throughout.

A composite door opens into a reception lobby with oak flooring and a door leading through into the sitting room. The sitting room has oak flooring, a window to the front and a multi-fuel stove set into a stone fireplace with surround and hearth.

A further door leads to the ground floor bedroom which is a well proportioned double and has a window to the front. The en-suite shower room is fitted with a modern white suite which comprises a corner shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin set into a vanity unit. Fully tiled and heated by a chrome towel rail, there is a window to the rear and loft access.

Returning to the entrance lobby, a door leads through into the reception hallway with oak flooring and a window to the side. A further door leads to the family room which has a double aspect and lovely views over the open countryside at the rear. There is an inglenook stone fireplace which has a multi fuel stove inset, stone and wood surround and oak flooring.

The dining kitchen is fitted with wall and base cupboards in a shaker style and an oak work surface over which is inset with a Belfast sink with mixer tap. There are windows to the front and the rear, half height panelling and half tiling to the walls. Integrated appliances include a double oven and induction hob and plumbing for a washing machine. There is also a useful under stair storage cupboard.

Stairs from the dining kitchen lead to the first floor accommodation. A landing provides access to two further double bedrooms. The rear double bedroom has a lovely aspect with countryside views and a cupboard which houses the gas fired central heating boiler.

The second double bedroom is at the front of the property and has an extensive range of fitted wardrobes.

The house bathroom is fitted with a white suite which comprises a panelled bath, wash hand basin set into a vanity units and WC. There are further additional fitted cupboards for storage. The room is fully tiled and there is a window to the side.

Externally, the property has a courtyard garden to the side which has stone flags and stone boundary wall with gate. There is a further side gate which provides access to a path that leads down the side of the house to the rear garden.
The rear garden is enclosed by a stone wall and flagged.

There is a wooden gate which leads to a further section of garden which is currently rented from the adjoining land owner. This section is partly laid to lawn and partly tiered with raised borders for growing vegetables.

Note
The owners of 5 Bridge End currently rent the additional garden land for £50 per annum. The landowners have confirmed that they are happy to continue with this agreement going forward.

Tenure & Possession
Freehold. Vacant possession upon completion.

EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of D/62

Local Authority
Durham County Council
Tax Band C.

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The Area
The property is situated in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which provides a setting for a range of outdoor leisure and country pursuits. The stunning surroundings are dissected by a network of public rights of way perfect for evening and weekend walks.

The village of Frosterley offers a Coop with Post Office, two traditional public houses, and a popular fish & chip shop. Also located in the village is a primary school.

Frosterley is situated close to Stanhope which provides local amenities including Doctors and Dentist Surgeries, chemist, independent grocers and other local businesses. Similarly, Wolsingham is approximately the same distance to the east and also offers these every day facilities and a large comprehensive school.