3 bedroom character property for sale

Kingfisher House is an exceptional, three bedroom home located in glorious surroundings. The property enjoys a riverside setting with fishing rights and substantial shared grounds.

The original house, Dinsdale Spa, dates back to 1825 and was split into five separate and thoughtfully designed homes some years ago. Kingfisher House enjoys privacy with all the benefits of the 4 acres of communal grounds, borders and ancient woodland on the doorstep, all excellent for dog walking.

The excellent accommodation is full of character, is immaculately presented throughout and includes three double bedrooms and a modern, open-plan living space. Externally, there are wonderfully maintained grounds and Kingfisher House benefits from four garages and plenty of space for visitors.

Situation And Amenities - The popular village of Middleton St George, near Darlington, is served by Dinsdale Railway Station and has a range of shops, pubs, a doctor’s surgery, chemist and dentist. There is a super golf club at Dinsdale a cricket club, football club and a primary school, whilst the neighbouring village of Hurworth offers a secondary school.

Northallerton 20.3 miles, Yarm 6 miles, Middlesbrough 12.3 miles, Darlington 6.5 miles (distances are approximate). Excellent road links to the A19, A66 and A1 providing access to Teesside, Newcastle, Durham, York, Harrogate and Leeds. Direct train services from Northallerton and Darlington to London Kings Cross, Manchester and Edinburgh. International airports: Teesside, Newcastle and Leeds Bradford.

Accommodation - The impressive entrance leads into a timber and glass vestibule, which has a tiled floor and a further door through to the hall. The grand reception hallway features attractive wooden flooring and a characterful archway with ledge and opens up to the kitchen, living and dining rooms. Stairs from here lead up and around to the first floor, with an arched window to the half landing, providing a feeling of spaciousness and light.

The kitchen and breakfast room has been fitted with a range of units, granite work surfaces and splash backs, a five-ring Neff induction hob, Neff double oven, one and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit, breakfast bar, fridge / freezer and an additional fridge as well as a built-in washing machine. There is a useful, discreet and cleverly-designed under-stairs storage area housing the recently-fitted boiler, along with a recessed bar with shelves and lighting.

A sliding door leads through to the open-plan living and dining area at the rear of the house, with a continuation of the timber flooring. There are windows looking out towards the shared terraced gardens, a corner fireplace and double doors leading straight out to the patio, making this a lovely, light-filled space for entertaining.

The spacious first floor landing has timber flooring and gives access to the family bathroom and three bedrooms, all with timber flooring.

The front bedroom has two windows whilst, to the rear, there are a further two bedrooms, one of which is fitted with a range of built-in furniture with mirrored doors and a window looking out over the gardens. The third bedroom boasts double doors opening out to a small balcony overlooking the terraced grounds.

The large and luxurious family bathroom features a step-in double shower cubicle, a high-level w.c, pedestal hand wash basin, heated towel rail, radiator and free-standing bath with mixer tap and shower attachment.

Externally - To the front of the property, there is a seating area and an ornamental pond. To the rear, there is a lovely paved patio, directly accessible from the living and dining room. Beyond, steps lead up to the beautiful landscaped and terraced gardens. These feature a mix of woodland plants, flowers, shrubs, display spaces and a variety of areas in which to sit and enjoy the views down towards the river.

Tenure - The property is believed to be offered leasehold with vacant possession on completion.

Viewings - Strictly by appointment with GSC Grays. Telephone:[use Contact Agent Button].

Local Authority - Darlington Borough Council. Council tax band D.

Particulars And Photographs - Particulars prepared and photographs taken September 2024.