Ivy Cottage, 8 Front Street, Castleside, DH8 9AR

Two Bedroom Stone Built Detached Home | Full Renovation Required | Excellent Investment Opportunity | Substantial Gardens, Garage and Gated Driveway An exciting opportunity for investors, developers or buyers looking for a substantial renovation project. This traditional two bedroom stone built detached property offers generous accommodation, two reception rooms, extensive gardens, a gated driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, a garage and additional outbuildings. This is a property that requires a complete internal restoration. Buyers should approach this purchase with a clear understanding that significant investment and refurbishment will be necessary to bring the accommodation up to modern standards. However, for those with the experience, vision and appetite to undertake a project of this nature, the property offers considerable potential to create a spacious family home in the popular village of Castleside, on the outskirts of Consett. The traditional stone exterior, attractive bay window, generous proportions and substantial outdoor space provide a strong starting point for a comprehensive transformation. Ground Floor The ground floor offers two generously proportioned reception rooms, providing flexibility for future use as a main living room, separate dining room or additional family space. The attractive bay window adds character to the property and allows natural light into the accommodation, while the traditional layout offers scope for buyers to reconsider how the internal spaces could work as part of a wider renovation. The kitchen and remaining ground floor accommodation require substantial modernisation, presenting an opportunity to introduce a contemporary specification and layout, subject to any necessary consents. First Floor To the first floor are two bedrooms and a family bathroom, all of which require refurbishment. The existing accommodation provides the foundations for a practical family home, with the potential to create comfortable bedrooms and a modern bathroom as part of the restoration programme. Prospective purchasers should anticipate a comprehensive programme of internal works and satisfy themselves as to the condition of the property and the extent of any repairs required. Outside One of the property's most appealing features is the extensive outdoor space. Set back from the road, the house is approached through a gated driveway, providing private parking for multiple vehicles. Mature trees, established shrubs and substantial greenery surround the property, creating a feeling of privacy and seclusion. The generous gardens extend around the house and are arranged across several areas, incorporating lawns, established planting, pathways and patio spaces. Although the gardens will benefit from attention and ongoing maintenance, their size and established character offer considerable scope for landscaping and improvement. There is also a sizeable garage, several storage sheds and an additional outbuilding, providing useful space for storage, workshop activities or potential alternative uses, subject to any necessary permissions. For buyers looking to create a home with substantial outdoor space, the grounds are a particularly attractive feature of this opportunity. Location Castleside is an established village situated approximately three miles from Consett, surrounded by attractive County Durham countryside and offering a balance of rural surroundings and access to everyday conveniences. The village benefits from local amenities, including a primary school, village facilities and access to countryside walks, making it an appealing location for those who enjoy a quieter setting while remaining within reach of larger towns. Nearby Consett provides a much wider selection of supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, leisure facilities and healthcare services. The town also offers secondary schooling, including Consett Academy, alongside additional primary education options in the surrounding area. Castleside Primary School serves the village, with families encouraged to check the latest Ofsted inspection outcome and school admissions arrangements directly with the school and local authority. For those commuting, the village offers road connections towards Consett, Durham, Stanley and the wider North East. Local bus services provide public transport connections to neighbouring communities, although prospective purchasers should check current routes and timetables. The surrounding countryside is another attraction, with access to scenic walking routes, woodland and the wider Derwent Valley, including the popular Derwent Reservoir area. Investment Potential This property is being marketed specifically with its renovation requirements in mind. Its traditional construction, generous internal proportions, substantial gardens, gated parking and additional buildings provide a range of features that could make it an appealing restoration project. For an experienced investor, developer or purchaser looking to undertake a major refurbishment, there is an opportunity to transform the property into a comfortable family home while making the most of its character and extensive plot. It is important to emphasise that this is not a cosmetic refurbishment opportunity. The property requires full internal restoration, and interested parties should undertake their own investigations, obtain appropriate professional advice and establish the likely cost and extent of works before committing to a purchase. With the right investment and approach, the property offers the potential for a significant transformation. Important Property Information Local Authority: Durham County Council Flood Risk: Not yet verified. Prospective purchasers should consult the Environment Agency and relevant flood risk information. TV and Broadband Availability: Subject to individual provider availability and address specific checks. Mobile Phone Coverage: Coverage will vary depending on the network provider and should be checked independently. The information above is provided as a helpful guide for prospective buyers. Where applicable, it has been gathered from information available to us at the time of marketing, however Nested Durham has not independently verified this information or inspected supporting documentation. We therefore recommend that buyers carry out their own checks with the relevant local authority, utility providers, network operators and other appropriate organisations before making any financial or legal commitment to purchase the property. 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EPC Rating: G

Kitchen 2.6m x 2.87m

Dining Room 3.75m x 4.35m

Living Room 3.5m x 4.5m

Closet 1.01m x 1.68m

Bedroom 3.25m x 4.59m

Hallway 1.34m x 7.14m

Bedroom 3.44m x 3.6m

Wc 0.8m x 1.46m

Bathroom 1.74m x 2.91m