Sacriston Lane, Witton Gilbert, Durham, DH7 6QY

Seldom does the opportunity arise to purchase such a stunning three-bedroom semi-detached stone built cottage, lovingly restored and renovated by our clients throughout their ownership.

The property is approached via electric gates, opening onto this impressive home. A large entrance porch with windows to the front and two Velux windows provides a wealth of natural light, along with ample storage for coats and shoes. From here, you step into a superb open-plan living space comprising: a lounge with wooden flooring, a feature fireplace with inset wood-burning stove, and bi-fold doors opening onto the garden; a generous dining area; and a modern kitchen fitted with a range of floor and wall units with butcher-block wooden worktops, an inset Belfast sink, space for a gas range cooker, and space/plumbing for a dishwasher, plus space for a freestanding fridge freezer. An inner doorway leads to a utility room with additional floor units, an inset stainless-steel sink and drainer, space/plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, space/plumbing for an American-style fridge freezer, and a door to the rear garden. Also on the ground floor is a shower room comprising a low-level WC, wash hand basin, and a shower cubicle with electric wall-mounted shower, along with a garden room with folding doors opening onto the rear garden. There is also a ground-floor bedroom, making this an ideal property for anyone seeking single-storey accommodation; the bedroom includes fitted wardrobes and a dressing table and overlooks the rear garden.

To the first floor, a spacious landing with Velux window leads to two bedrooms, one of which is dual aspect with windows to both the front and rear, and a large family bathroom with a suite comprising a low-level WC, wash hand basin on a wooden stand, a freestanding bath, and a double shower cubicle with electric wall-mounted shower.

Externally, the property enjoys a fabulous garden, predominantly laid to lawn, with small ornamental trees to the front and an extensive patio and decked area spanning the rear of the home, plus a useful storage shed and summer house. There is also an expansive driveway providing ample parking, together with a double garage offering further parking or additional storage.

There are a range of local shops and amenities available within Witton Gilbert, with a more comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities and amenities available within Durham City Centre which lies approximately 4 miles distant. Witton Gilbert is well placed for commuting purposes as it lies just off the A(691) Durham to Consett Highway which provides good road links to other regional centres.

MATERIAL INFORMATION:

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PART A Local Authority – Durham County Council Council Tax Band – C Tenure – Freehold

PART B Property Type – Semi detached Property Construction – Standard Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls Gas Supply- Mains Electricity supply – Mains Water Supply – Mains (not metered) Sewerage – Mains Heating – Gas fired central heating via radiators and solid fuel stove. Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website - Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website –

Parking- driveway and garage

PART C Building Safety – (The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm) Restrictions – Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection. Selective licencing area – no Article 4 Planning Restricted area – the property is subject to Article 4 Direction Rights & Easements- None Flood risk – Rivers and seas: very low Surface water: very low Coastal Erosion – N/A Protected Trees - NA Planning Permission – There are no current planning applications in the locality that we are aware of. Or planning details that are known Accessibility/Adaptations – The property has not been altered for accessibility Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area, further searches may be required. The summer house will stay as part of the sale, the seller intends to take some light fittings

The information has been obtained from the seller and, where appropriate, from publicly available or other relevant sources, and has been compiled in good faith. Information supplied by third parties or external sources may be subject to change. J W Wood is not qualified to provide legal, surveying, structural or other specialist advice. Where any information requires legal or technical interpretation, or where any matter is of particular importance to your decision to purchase, you should seek appropriate verification from your conveyancer, surveyor or other suitably qualified professional before committing to significant expenditure.

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