South Side, Shadforth, Durham, County... 3 bed cottage for sale

Nestled on a picturesque village green, this charming and characterful traditional cottage sits at the heart of a friendly community, complete with an active village hall and a traditional pub. Offering three generously sized bedrooms, along with three reception rooms, including a sunroom that overlooks the expansive (approx. 300ft) multi-zoned rear garden, which also features a garage and detached studio building offering a variety of potential uses.

Located in the tranquil village of Shadforth, just 4 miles east of Durham City, this cottage combines the peace of country living with convenient access to the A1(M) and A19 motorways. The village is surrounded by open countryside, offering beautiful walking trails, bridle paths, and stunning scenery.

Set on a desirable plot, the accommodation includes an entrance porch, lounge, dining room, office, sunroom, and kitchen on the ground floor. Upstairs, you'll find three double bedrooms and a family bathroom.

One of the standout features is the impressive garden, stretching approximately 300 feet and backing onto farmland. The garden is mature and divided into three sections, featuring a studio, garage, two sheds, a pond, a summerhouse, and vehicle access.

Properties like this rarely come onto the market in such a sought-after location. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm and potential this home has to offer.

Contact our Durham branch today to register your interest and schedule a viewing.

Rooms

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance porch
A welcoming entrance that leads you into the heart of the home.

Lounge
4.66m x 5.13m - 15'3" x 16'10"
Spacious yet cosy, this front-facing lounge features a log-burning stove, double-glazed window, and central heating radiator, creating the perfect retreat for relaxation.

Dining Room
3.52m x 2.61m - 11'7" x 8'7"
Situated at the heart of the home, this semi-open-plan dining room offers a perfect space for family meals or entertaining, flowing seamlessly into the sunroom.

Kitchen
2.65m x 3.44m - 8'8" x 11'3"
A fully fitted kitchen offering a range of floor and wall units, equipped with an electric hob and oven, a stylish grey composite mixer sink, and plumbing for a dishwasher. Provides easy access to a utility area with washing machine plumbing.

Study
2.64m x 1.51m - 8'8" x 4'11"
A compact yet functional office space, ideal for remote work or study.

Sun/Garden Room
1.89m x 2.68m - 6'2" x 8'10"
Located at the rear of the house, this sunroom is a charming addition to the living area, featuring French doors that open out to the garden—perfect for bringing the outdoors in.

FIRST FLOOR

Landing
A central area with built in storage cupboard providing access to all the bedrooms and family bathroom.

Bedroom One
4.13m x 3.3m - 13'7" x 10'10"
A generous double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a storage cupboard, offering spectacular views over the garden and the countryside beyond.

Bedroom Two
5.15m x 2.28m - 16'11" x 7'6"
A front-facing double bedroom, complete with a double-glazed window and central heating radiator.

Bedroom Three
2.23m x 3.26m - 7'4" x 10'8"
Another front-facing double bedroom, featuring a double-glazed window and central heating radiator.

Shower Room
2.45m x 2.48m - 8'0" x 8'2"
A stylish family bathroom fitted with a white suite, including a vanity sink unit, close-coupled toilet, and a luxurious mains-fed Jacuzzi shower cubicle.

Detached Studio
4.82m x 2.83m - 15'10" x 9'3"
An outdoor studio situated in the first section of the garden, featuring patio doors, light and power, ideal for creative pursuits, a home office or Gym.

Externally
The garden is truly a standout feature, stretching approximately 300 feet and backing onto tranquil farmer's fields. It is well-established and divided into three distinct sections, featuring a studio, garage, two sheds, a pond, summerhouse, and vehicle access—perfect for outdoor living and gardening enthusiasts.

We are about great customer focused service delivered by a team of people who are passionate about what they doDowen Estate Agents was founded in 1982 by Managing Director Denis Dowen He is still involved in the day to day running of the business Over the years the firm has continued to evolve and now has 8 branches along with 3 bespoke Auction Stores offering coverage of mid North East England from the coast to the A1 corridor Dowen is a full service estate agency offering a wide range of property related services The residential sales department has sold tens of thousands of properties over the years in all price ranges Dowen was a founding member of The Great North Property Auction which has exceeded 2000 sales since inception in 2012 The lettings department has hundreds of homes under management Private surveys and EPC's are provided to both corporate and private clients via a very busy professional survey department Conveyancing at competitive rates is offered via a panel of local solicitors Mortgages can be arranged via our panel of independent mortgage brokers We subscribe to the National Associations of Estate Agents, the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and the Ombudsman For Estate Agents and as such abide by the strict code of good estate agency practice laid down by these organisations

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