Hope Shield, Rickleton, Washington, NE38 9JF
Listed 16 Sept 2026 · Washington
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Key features
- Four/Five Bedroom Detached
- Modern Kitchen and Bathrooms
- Master Bedroom With En-suite & Balcony Views
- All Modern and Neutral Inside
- Spacious Family Home
- Stunning Rear Garden with Open Green
- Popular Rickleton Location
- South Facing Garden
About this home
Riverside Residential presents to the sales market this rare four to five bedroom detached property in the sought-after location of Hope Shield, Rickleton. This impressive family home benefits from a spacious master suite with balcony views over Rickleton Cricket Ground, a generous plot with private driveway, double garage and stunning modern interior. The property boasts a modern fitted kitchen, a bright and spacious orangery spanning the rear of the property, which leads through to a generous lounge and separate dining room. The ground floor also benefits from a versatile study/fifth bedroom and a convenient downstairs WC. To the first floor, there are four well-proportioned bedrooms, with the impressive master bedroom benefiting from an en-suite wet room and private balcony, and a second bedroom enjoying its own private shower facilities. A family bathroom completes the first-floor accommodation. Occupying a particularly enviable position within this quiet and highly regarded residential setting, the property enjoys a generous plot with a beautiful wrap-around, south-facing garden. The gardens provide an excellent degree of outdoor space, with gated access to both sides of the property, offering practicality as well as privacy. The peaceful nature of the street, combined with the spacious plot and attractive surroundings and views, gives the property a luxurious and exclusive feel, making this a truly special position within one of Rickleton’s most desirable residential areas. The property also benefits from outdoor security cameras providing 24-hour security, along with a recently installed boiler, approximately one year old. Location: Hope Shield is ideally positioned within the highly regarded and exclusive Rickleton area of Washington, a popular location for families and professionals alike. The area is particularly well served by a selection of well-regarded primary and secondary schools, with local catchment opportunities adding to its appeal for families. The property enjoys lovely views across Rickleton Cricket Club, a real hub at the heart of the community, hosting a variety of family activities, sporting events and social occasions throughout the year. There are a range of local shops and everyday amenities close by, together with excellent transport links. For commuters, the location is particularly convenient, with easy access by car to the region’s major road networks, including the A1 and A19 Entrance Porch: 1.93m x 1.04m Enter through the contemporary glass front door, which leads into the porch with built-in cupboard space and solid maple flooring throughout. Hallway: 4.12m x 2.87m A spacious and welcoming entrance hallway, beautifully presented with neutral décor and solid maple wood flooring. The impressive double height ceilings and Velux roof lights allow plenty of natural light to flood the space, whilst providing access to the dining room, living room, kitchen, office space/fifth bedroom and convenient downstairs WC. Kitchen: 3.93m x 3.55m A stunning modern kitchen, beautifully fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units featuring solid oak Shaker-style doors, complemented by elegant splash back tiling and contrasting black granite worktops. The kitchen is well equipped with a range cooker and extractor hood, whilst integrated LED lighting beneath the wall units provides both practicality and a stylish finish. The room is completed with stylish LVT flooring and benefits from convenient access to the separate utility room. Dining Room: 3.92m x 3.52m A good-sized dining room, tastefully presented with neutral décor and complemented by solid maple flooring. The room enjoys a wonderful open-plan connection to the orangery, creating an ideal space for entertaining and family gatherings. There is also direct access to the kitchen, along with a bespoke home bar area providing an impressive and versatile entertaining space. Orangery: 8.00m x 2.94m A stunning and generously proportioned orangery spanning the rear of the property, offering an exceptional additional living and entertaining space. The room features solid maple flooring and an abundance of natural light, with a series of windows overlooking the attractive south-facing garden. Two remote-controlled Velux roof lights further enhance the bright and airy feel, whilst open-plan access to both the dining room and lounge creates a fantastic flow throughout the ground floor. Lounge: 5.54m x 3.93m A spacious and inviting lounge, beautifully finished with solid maple flooring and centered around a charming log burner, creating a warm and cosy focal point. The generous proportions provide an ideal space for both relaxing and entertaining. Study/Fifth Bedroom: 4.05m x 2.43m The study/fifth bedroom is flooded with natural light from the double-glazed window overlooking the front aspect of the property. The room is complete with neutral carpeting, a radiator and access to the loft space, providing additional storage. Utility Room: 2.95m x 1.86m The good-sized utility room offers a range of wall and base units, providing plenty of storage space, with contrasting worktops and a bowl sink with mixer tap. There is also plumbing and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, along with tiled splash backs. The room is finished with LVT flooring and benefits from access to the rear garden via a uPVC double-glazed door. Downstairs WC: 1.52m x 1.03m The downstairs WC features neutral travertine-tiled walls, a wall-mounted vanity unit with vessel sink and chrome fittings, low-level WC and modern heated towel radiator. First Floor Master Bedroom: 4.18m x 4.06m A generously proportioned double master bedroom, beautifully presented with fitted carpet, a wide range of bespoke fitted wardrobes and draws and benefiting from direct access to the en-suite wet room. The room features impressive double-glazed doors opening onto the private balcony, creating a wonderful connection between the bedroom and outdoor space. The balcony offers an enviable outlook across the neighbouring cricket ground, providing the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the action throughout the season.
En-Suite: 2.36m x 1.44m A modern three-piece wet room featuring contemporary fittings, partial wall tiling and practical non-slip flooring. Bedroom Two: 3.79m x 3.72m A well-presented double bedroom featuring laminate flooring, built-in wardrobes and storage, and a large window overlooking the garden and open cricket field. The room also benefits from a radiator and loft access via a ceiling hatch. Bedroom Three: 3.81m x 3.77m A spacious double bedroom, finished with neutral décor and carpeting, complemented by fitted wardrobes and a bespoke dresser unit with integrated sink. A stylish glass-brick partition wall creates an open access area to the private shower, whilst a double-glazed window overlooks the rear garden and cricket field beyond. Bedroom Four: 3.10m x 2.93m A well-proportioned bedroom with carpet flooring and a range of built-in storage units, currently utilised as a dressing room but could easily be converted back to a spacious bedroom if required. Family Bathroom: 2.79m x 2.62m A beautiful family bathroom featuring travertine-tiled walls, a large integrated double bath, wash hand basin, wall-mounted WC, heated towel radiator and underfloor electric heating. External: To the front, a large block-paved private driveway provides ample parking for multiple vehicles and leads to the front entrance and double garage, which benefits from an electric roller door. A natural lawn area completes the frontage. To the rear, the property boasts an enclosed private wrap-around garden with gated access to both sides. The south-facing garden is not overlooked and backs directly onto the picturesque Rickleton Cricket Ground, offering open views and plenty of natural sunlight. A paved patio, generous lawn area and brick-built pizza oven provide an excellent space for outdoor entertaining and relaxation.
EPC Rating: C
Property details
- Property type
- Detached
- Size
- 2,174 sq ft / 202 sq m
- Council tax band
- G
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Chester-le-Street Station2.0 mi
- South Hylton Metro Station4.6 mi
- Pelaw Metro Station4.9 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in NE38 over the last 12 months: terraced £128k · semi-detached £179k · detached £318k · flat £72k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Hope Shield Washington NE38 9JF | Detached Freehold | 3 Jun 2026 | £470,000 |
| 5 Hope Shield Washington NE38 9JF | Detached Freehold | 17 Dec 2025 | £665,000 |
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Buying costs
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Listed by Riverside Residential Property Services, Washington on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 16 Sept 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 16/09/2026.
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