Cottage for sale in Wearhead, Bishop Auckland DL13

Viewing strictly by appointment only. An exciting opportunity for someone looking for a complete renovation project. Banks are unlikely to lend on this property, making it more suited to cash buyers. Formally 3 separate cottages which were later converted into a single dwelling, this 3 bedroom detached stone property is located in an elevated position within a beautiful rural setting and boasting far reaching open countryside views. The property offers huge potential for someone who is willing to undertake the works required which include but are not limited to; installation of a water supply, central heating and waste water solutions. Accessed via a neighbouring farm which also has access rights across this property.

The accommodation comprises of 2 spacious rooms on the ground floor both with staircase access to the first floor, open fireplaces, exposed stone walls and flagstone flooring. A further 2 smaller rooms are located to the rear of the property and are accessed via the main reception rooms, which also feature stone floors and stone walls. One of these smaller rooms houses the property’s consumer unit, the other houses a downstairs WC.

To the first floor are 3 generous bedroom spaces and what could be a bathroom, one of the bedroom areas offers space for a WC and hand wash basin. The first floor could be reconfigured to provide further en suite options. All bedroom areas currently feature exposed stone walls, exposed ceiling beams, open fireplaces and wood floors. Further living space is offered in the form of an additional downstairs living area, internal access is not currently provided via the main house but separately and externally to this room.

Location

The village of Wearhead is situated towards the top of Weardale, within the North Pennines, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty (aonb). The area is hugely popular with walkers, cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts, as well as those just looking to get away from busy city life. The village has a primary school, with the nearest secondary schools being in Alston (11 miles) and Wolsingham (14.5 miles).

Garden

The property's external areas comprise of a low walled and enclosed courtyard area positioned in front of the East gable end of the main house and 2 grassed areas to the Northern and Southern sides, both of which need to remain accessible for the same neighbouring farm that the property's access rights run across.