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Romanby Drive, Darlington, DL3 8EJ

5bedrooms
3bathrooms
Detachedtype
2,368sq ft
Freeholdtenure

Listed 9 Oct 2026 · Darlington

How the price compares

This home£735,000£310 per sq ft
Median 5 bed in DL3£550k14 homes listed · £249 per sq ft
Difference+34%above the area median

About this home

Set within a unique location, this impressive property offers a superb combination of luxury, space and beautifully considered accommodation, all whilst being conveniently positioned just minutes from Darlington town centre.

The property is ideally placed in the highly regarded Blackwell area , whilst also providing excellent road links to the A66 and A1(M), making it particularly convenient for those commuting further afield.

Upon entering, the spacious reception hall immediately sets the tone, with a central staircase rising to a stunning galleried landing.

The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, creating a fantastic space for both everyday family life and entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with traditional-style units, complemented by Silestone worktops and matching upstands, together with a range of integrated appliances. A separate utility room provides additional storage and preparation space, with matching cabinetry continuing the quality finish.

The property also benefits from a generous lounge, featuring a large bay window overlooking the front garden and a beautiful real-effect flame electric fire creating an attractive focal point.

A further reception room, currently used as a bar, enjoys another bay window to the front, whilst a downstairs WC completes the ground floor accommodation.

To the first floor, there are four well-proportioned bedrooms, including three excellent double bedrooms, one of which benefits from its own en-suite shower room. There is also a versatile fourth bedroom, currently suitable for use as an office or additional bedroom.

The impressive principal bedroom provides a wonderful retreat, featuring a dedicated dressing area and a luxurious en-suite bathroom.

Those familiar with Story Homes will appreciate the quality and attention to detail synonymous with the development, and the current owners have enhanced this further, creating a home that offers a truly individual

Kitchen/Dining/Family Room - 12.04m x 3.30m (39'6" x 10'10") -

Third Reception - Bar - 3.76m x 3.43m (12'4" x 11'3") -

Lounge - 6.02m x 3.43m (19'9" x 11'3") -

Bedroom Two - 3.02m x 4.14m (9'11" x 13'7") -

Bedroom One - 4.24m x 4.75m (13'11" x 15'7") -

Bedroom Three - 3.94m x 2.67m (12'11" x 8'9") -

Bathroom - 2.67m x 1.88m (8'9" x 6'2") -

Bedroom Four - 3.96m x 2.59m (13'0" x 8'6") -

Bedroom Five - 2.69m x 3.48m (8'10" x 11'5") -

Kitchen/Dining/Family Room

A stunning open-plan space running across the full width of the rear of the property, providing an exceptional area for both everyday family life and entertaining. The room benefits from bi-folding doors opening directly onto the large patio and south-facing rear garden, creating a wonderful connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.

The kitchen is fitted with stylish blue/grey units, complemented by Silestone worktops and a range of integrated AEG appliances. There is also a stainless steel Franke Ariane 1.5 bowl undermount sink with mixer tap. Grey ceramic wood-effect tiled flooring runs throughout, with chrome spotlights to the ceiling. Doors lead through to the utility room and bar/reception room.

Bar Room / Third Reception

Positioned to the front of the property, this versatile reception room is currently used as a stylish bar and offers an excellent additional living or entertaining space. The room features a double-glazed bay window, radiator and fitted beige carpet.

Lounge

A generous and welcoming principal reception room positioned to the front of the property, featuring a large double-glazed bay window allowing plenty of natural light. The room is finished with beige carpeting and benefits from a real-effect flame electric fire set within the chimney breast, creating an attractive focal point.

Downstairs Cloakroom

Fitted with a low-level WC, wash hand basin and radiator.

Master Bedroom

An impressive principal bedroom overlooking the front garden and offering a dedicated dressing area with fitted sliding-door wardrobes. The room benefits from a UPVC double-glazed window, radiator and fitted beige carpet.

En-Suite Shower Room to Master Bedroom

A luxurious en-suite featuring a large walk-in double shower with glass sliding doors, twin wash hand basins with vanity storage beneath, heated towel rail and a large wall-mounted mirror. The room is fully tiled with ceramic tiled flooring and also benefits from a frosted UPVC double-glazed window and low-level soft-close WC.

Bedroom Two

A well-proportioned double bedroom positioned to the rear of the property, featuring fitted sliding-door wardrobes, UPVC double-glazed window, radiator and beige fitted carpet.

Guest Bedroom

A further well-proportioned bedroom positioned to the front of the property, featuring a UPVC double-glazed window, radiator and fitted beige carpet. A door provides access directly to the en-suite shower room.

En-Suite Shower Room to Guest Bedroom

Fitted with a walk-in shower with glass sliding door, vanity unit with drawer storage and wash hand basin, heated towel rail and ceramic tiled flooring. The walls are fully tiled for a stylish and practical finish.

Family Bathroom

A beautifully appointed family bathroom featuring a walk-in shower with glass door, double-ended bath and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit. Further benefits include a heated towel rail, ceramic tiled flooring and fully tiled walls, together with a frosted UPVC double-glazed window.

Bedroom Four

A further good-sized bedroom positioned to the rear of the property, benefiting from a UPVC double-glazed window, radiator and fitted beige carpet.

Bedroom Five / Office

A versatile additional room positioned to the rear of the property, currently well suited for use as either a fifth bedroom or home office. The room benefits from a UPVC double-glazed window, radiator and fitted beige carpet.

TENURE: FREEHOLD COUNCIL TAX BAND: B

Property details

Property type
Detached
Size
2,368 sq ft / 220 sq m
Council tax band
B
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Garage
Garden
Yes
Heating
Gas central
Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply

Floorplan

Romanby Drive

Location

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  • Darlington Station1.3 mi
  • North Road Station1.9 mi
  • Dinsdale Station4.3 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in DL3 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £191k · terraced £115k · detached £328k · flat £110k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
29 Romanby Drive
Darlington DL3 8EJ
Detached
Freehold
19 Jun 2026£660,000
5 Romanby Drive
Darlington DL3 8EJ
Detached
Freehold
23 Jan 2026£610,000
19 Romanby Drive
Darlington DL3 8EJ
Detached
Freehold
10 Oct 2025£675,000
7 Romanby Drive
Darlington DL3 8EJ
Detached
Freehold
24 Mar 2025£620,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in DL3

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£3,677£73,500 deposit · £661,500 loan
Stamp Duty£26,750England 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 Ann Cordey Estate Agents, Darlington on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 9 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 09/10/2026.

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