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For saleReduced 17 Sept 2026
£339,995Offers over

High Escomb, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7ST

3bedrooms
1bathroom
Detached Bungalowtype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 20 Feb 2026 · price reduced 17 Sept 2026 · Bishop Auckland

How the price compares

This home£339,995
Median 3 bed in DL14£140k75 homes listed · £153 per sq ft
Difference+143%above the area median

Key features

  • 3 Bed Detached Bungalow
  • Village Location
  • SCOPE TO EXTEND
  • Open Views Front and Rear
  • Gas Central Heating (New boiler 2022)
  • Double Glazing
  • Double Garage
  • Extensive Driveway
  • VIEWING ESSENTIAL

About this home

Properties of this size in such a desirable area are rarely available, therefore it is with great pleasure that Rea Estates offer to the sales market this individually designed 3 Bedroom Detached Bungalow, situated within a sought after village location. Escomb, which is on the River Wear, is approximately two miles west of Bishop Auckland, home to the spectacular open air night show Kynren - An Epic Tale of England, offering a range of schools, shopping and recreational facilities. The neighbouring village of Toft Hill is placed on the excellent commuter route of the A68, providing fast access to the A1 (M) and the major commercial centres of the Northeast.

The village of Escomb itself is home to one of England's finest Saxon Churches dating back to the 7th Century. It also has its own Primary School, Public House and Village Hall with children's play area.

Warmed via Gas Central Heating (new boiler installed 2022) and benefitting from Double Glazing, the internal layout briefly comprises; Reception Porch, Cloakroom/Wc, Entrance Hallway, Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen Diner, Three Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom.

Externally the bungalow sits within landscaped gardens, containing an array of mature, plants trees and shrubs. An extensive driveway to the side of the bungalow, offers excellent scope to extend, subject to relevant planning permission, and provides off road parking for a number of vehicles, including a caravan or motor home.

In our opinion this property should prove of great interest to a variety of purchasers and therefore an early viewing is highly recommended.

Reception Porch Composite entrance door opening to porch with window to the side elevation, door to cloakroom/wc and double doors opening to the entrance hallway.

Cloakroom/Wc

Fitted with a low level w/c and wash hand basin inset to vanity unit. Obscure double glazed window to the side elevation.

Hallway The sense of space is apparent on entering the central hallway which provides access to all the living accommodation. Built in storage cupboard and loft hatch.

The loft, which is easily accessible via a pull down and is part boarded and fully insulated, could easily be transformed into habitable rooms, such as additional bedrooms or office space (subject to building regulations)

Lounge:

5.16m x 3.61m (16'11 x 11'10)

A spacious lounge with windows to both the front and side elevations, allowing lots of natural light to flood through. Feature fire surround housing a gas fire and double doors opening to the dining room.

Dining Room:

5.28m x 3.25m (17'4 x 10'8)

A versatile room utilised by the current vendors as a second lounge, with patio doors opening to the private and enclosed rear garden. Open plan access to kitchen diner.

Kitchen Diner:

4.90m x 3.63m (16'1 x 11'11)

Fitted with a range of solid oak base and wall units, (one of which houses central heating boiler) complementary work surfaces, inset one and a half bowl sink unit and tiled splash backs. Space for range style cooker, space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Window overlooking the rear garden and external door opening to the side elevation.

Bedroom One: 3.53m x 2.79m (11'7 x 9'2)

Double bedroom situated to the rear of the bungalow with a range of contemporary fitted wardrobes.

Bedroom Two: 3.63m x 3.56m (11'11 x 11'8)

Situated to the side of the property, providing scope to extend. Fitted with an extensive range of bedroom furniture.

Bedroom Three:

3.45m x 2.95m (11'4 x 9'8)

A third double bedroom providing ample space for a range of free standing bedroom furniture.

Bathroom:

2.39m x 2.21m (7'10 x 7'3)

Part tiled bathroom fitted with a white suite comprising; panelled bath, low level w/c and pedestal wash hand basin. Double shower enclosure with rainfall and handheld units. Obscure double glazed window to the rear.

Externally

Occupying a generous plot, 'Ashlea' boasts panoramic views across the surrounding countryside.

To the front of the property the enclosed garden is laid to lawn with well stocked flower borders, containing an array of mature plants, trees and shrubs. A lengthy driveway provides off road parking facilities for several vehicles.

To the rear of the property, the landscaped garden has a large paved sun terrace, perfect for ‘al fresco' dining and entertaining, gravelled walkways and raised flower beds.

Property details

Property type
Detached Bungalow
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes
Water
Mains supply

Floorplan

Floorplan 1

Location

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  • Bishop Auckland Station1.4 mi
  • Shildon Station3.9 mi
  • Newton Aycliffe Station5.9 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in DL14 over the last 12 months: terraced £85k · semi-detached £146k · detached £244k · flat £72k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
22 High Escomb
Bishop Auckland DL14 7ST
Semi-detached
Freehold
22 May 2026£146,000
8 High Escomb
Bishop Auckland DL14 7ST
Terraced
Freehold
28 Apr 2026£95,000
23 High Escomb
Bishop Auckland DL14 7ST
Other
Freehold
27 May 2025£258,000
22 High Escomb
Bishop Auckland DL14 7ST
Semi-detached
Freehold
20 Nov 2024£146,000
16 High Escomb
Bishop Auckland DL14 7ST
Terraced
Freehold
15 Nov 2024£85,000
25 High Escomb
Bishop Auckland DL14 7ST
Terraced
Freehold
1 May 2024£95,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in DL14

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£1,701£34,000 deposit · £305,996 loan
Stamp Duty£7,000England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by REA Estates, Bishop Auckland - Sales on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 20 Feb 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 17/09/2026.

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