No bars, no signal predictedOne bar, reliable signal unlikelyTwo bars, may experience problems with connectivityThree bars, likely to have good coverage and receive a data rate to support basic web servicesFull bars, likely to have good coverage indoors and to receive an enhanced data rate to support multimedia services
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£465,000
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3 bedroom detached house for sale

Old Blacksmiths Cottage, Lanchester, County Durham, DH7
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Detached house
3 bed
3 bath
EPC rating: D*
979 sq ft / 91 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band D
Broadband: Super-fast 80Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Ask agent
Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Ask agent
Sewerage: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Three Bedrooms
  • Fabulous Lounge
  • Stunning Dining Kitchen
  • Three Superb Bathrooms
  • Wrap Around Gardens
  • Council Tax Band D
  • EPC Rating D


A truly outstanding and unique, stone built detached cottage which has been extensively renovated and extended and boasts an impressive extension to the rear which is mainly glazed with black cladding. The living space includes a beautiful lounge with multi fuel stove, three double bedrooms, a stunning open plan kitchen/diner, a useful mezzanine space and three modern bathrooms. Generous wrap around gardens, off road parking and an integral garage completes this superb property.

The original part of the property is steeped in history, being originally constructed in 1819 as a Wesleyan Chapel which was then converted to a Blacksmith Shop. Located in the heart of Lanchester Village and benefitting from being within walking distance to all local amenities, shops, restaurants and schools.

Rooms

Entrance Vestibule
Access is via a timber and glazed door and having recessed lighting and attractive herringbone style flooring.

Lounge 7.28m x 5.17m
An impressive reception room, flooded with natural light via the double glazed windows to the front and rear elevations. The lounge boasts exposed stone walls and enjoys a continuation of the flooring. The focal point of the room is the multi fuel stove. Other features of the room include the decorative ceiling rose to the ceiling, two traditional style radiators and a staircase provides access to the first floor.

Office/Cloaks 5.2m x 3.32m
Housing a traditional style radiator and having recessed lighting and a continuation of the flooring. A timber and glazed door provides access to the side garden.

Dining Kitchen 4.86m x 4.68m
An outstanding addition to the property and offering a stylish range of kitchen units with a central island housing an under counter sink with mixer tap fitting and which further incorporates a breakfasting bar facility. Space is provided for the inclusion of a range style oven with an extractor positioned over with further space for an American style fridge/freezer and there is a built in wine cooler and an integrated dishwasher. The dining kitchen is shown to accommodate a table and chairs along with a sofa. Bi-folding doors, set within the fabulous full height double glazed window, open out onto the garden, a set of double glazed patio doors provide access to the rear garden and two Velux style windows further flood the room with natural light. The room has recessed lighting and there is a staircase which provides access to the mezzanine. Built in storage under the staircase provide space for storage and also houses space for the inclusion of a washing machine.

Ground Floor Bedroom 3.17m x 2.49m
Located on the ground floor and featuring an exposed stone wall. A double glazed window takes in views over the rear garden and there is a continuation of the flooring and there is a traditional style radiator.

Shower Room
Beautifully appointed and equipped with a walk in shower with a mains fed shower over and hand held shower attachment and a low level wc with hand wash basin. The shower room has attractive tiling to the walls and floor, a double glazed window to the side elevation and recessed lighting.

Mezzanine 3.31m x 2.53m
Offering space for a variety of uses including a home office, hobby area or just as an additional family chill out space. There is are two Velux style windows, a traditional style radiator and a double glazed window overlooks the side elevation.

First Floor Landing
Providing access to the master bedroom, second double bedroom and the family bathroom.

Master Bedroom 4.34m x 3.79m
A beautiful master bedroom featuring an exposed stone wall and having a double glazed window to the side elevation, a Velux style window to the front elevation, a central heating radiator and a loft access hatch. The room offers built in eaves storage and there is a useful built in walk in wardrobe which houses the central heating boiler.

En-Suite
A stunning en-suite, beautifully appointed and equipped with a panelled bath with a mixer tap/shower attachment and shower screen, low level wc and a hand wash basin set to a vanity storage unit. The room has attractive tiling to the walls and floor, a Velux style window and a traditional style radiator with towel warmer.

Bedroom Two 4.23m x 2.55m
The second double bedroom has a Velux style window, a central heating radiator and an exposed stone feature wall.

Bathroom 3.73m x 1.64m
The family bathroom is also beautifully appointed and includes a low level wc, a twin hand wash basin set to a vanity storage unit and a free standing bath. The bathroom has attractive tiling to the walls and floor, an exposed stone feature wall, a Velux style window and a traditional style radiator with towel warmer.

External
To the front of the property there is a driveway from the main road which offers ample off road parking and which in turn provides access into the integral garage. An electric vehicle charging point is located to the side of the property. A gate allows entry into the side and rear wrap around cottage garden which is primary laid to lawn to the rear, whereas the side offers a paved patio area and is wall enclosed. Enjoying superb views over Lanchester Bowling Club grounds, a range of mature trees border the perimeter. A walkway leads around the rear to the far side of the property which provides a pleasant seating area, ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining.

Tenure
Sarah Mains Residential have been advised by the vendor that this property is freehold, although we have not seen any legal written confirmation to be able to confirm this. Please contact the branch if you have any queries in relation to the tenure before proceeding to purchase the property.

Agents Notes
Sarah Mains have been advised by the current owner that Building Regulations approval has been obtained for the garage conversion to create the home office/cloaks. Please note we have not been able to obtain written confirmation of this and any prospective purchasers must obtain confirmation of the requirements before proceeding with a purchase.

Property Information
Local Authority – Durham Flood Risk - This property is listed as currently having no risk of flooding although we have not seen any legal written confirmation to be able to confirm this. Please contact the branch if you have any queries in relation to the flood risk before proceeding to purchase the property. TV and Broadband – BT and Sky – Basic, Superfast Mobile Network Coverage – EE, Vodafone, Three, O2 Please note, we have not seen any documentary evidence to be able to confirm the above information and recommend potential purchasers contact the relevant suppliers before proceeding to purchase the property.

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