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Full details for 4 Bedroom Detached For Sale in Barnard Castle

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Description

They say you eat with your eyes, and when this house is seen, it satisfies on so many levels. Besides being in a beautiful rural town, this is the home you didn‘t even know you needed. It feels fortuitous to be gifted total relaxation in the serene interior that wraps itself around you, when your focus was just on buying a practical house in the right location. A double garage, lots of off-street parking and a large interesting garden that is not overlooked, are important players in the game of achieving an orderly lifestyle and a healthy wellbeing. The garage offers storage space galore and is so big inside that it is currently being utilised as a gym. In front of the garage there are 2-3 large parking spaces and there is also ample opportunity to park in this quiet roomy cul-de sac. There is never any feeling of being tight on space.

Standing in the garden, you are reminded of just how special Barnard Castle is, as this house is surrounded by rolling fields and a wealth of nature. Although only relatively new, it is already possible, with the mature trees that frame your private garden, to see that the property, and its setting, is blending sympathetically with the environment. There is a big lawn for children to play on, a robust fixed gazebo, a large decking area and a hot tub. So the garden has been thoughtfully designed and manicured to facilitate a wide range of activities including, but not limited to, barbecuing, relaxing, family gatherings, gardening and socializing.

The kitchen is a joy to behold, and has a Howden‘s fitted kitchen with a luxury ensuite utility room. Special features within, to name but a few, are quartz worktops a Faber extraction unit, plantation blinds and integrated appliances, appealing to those needing the best of everything. The kitchen blends seamlessly into the dining area and is light, airy and spacious but it has french doors to the garden making a summer party a breeze. Dining will also be a cosy delight here in the glow of the fabulous kitchen.

The welcoming hall leads into a sumptuous lounge which also has french doors to the garden. The hall also leads upstairs to a spacious landing, quality bedrooms and bathrooms, each with copious storage areas. So the owners are to be congratulated on achieving a rare blend of comfortable, practical and special.

Barnard Castle is steeped in history and besides having its very own castle, has a wealth of interesting architecture in the town that is wrapped around the castle walls, some of which is Grade I and II. The North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty spans approximately from Hadrian‘s wall to Barnard Castle incorporating moorland, dense woodland and lush valleys. Situated just on the edge of this AONB , the property is 20 minutes away from High Force Waterfall which is not only a dramatic waterfall but a place of geological significance. It is only five minutes drive from The mighty Bowes Museum, built to share a love of art, and famous for the Silver Swan. It is 15 minutes from Raby Castle and about 10 minutes to 13th Century Egglestone Abbey. So there is a wealth of heritage sight-seeing to keep you going for years. There are also river walks close by on the magnificent River Tees where you may spot many beautiful animal species such as otters, herons and kingfishers.

Supported by excellent broadband technology and mobile phone coverage, it is completely possible to work from home and commute to London, multiple times a week with the mainline station being at Darlington, 16 miles away.

Teesdale International Airport is 40 minutes away and can take you to anywhere in Europe, and Newcastle Airport is 1 hour away. This allows you to maintain the all-important work/home life balance.

Barnard Castle has a thriving supportive community and excellent schools. There are two senior schools in the town and a multitude of primary schools and nurseries. In short, Barnard Castle is an excellent place to live or visit.

Book your viewing now to avoid disappointment on . If you have any further questions about the property or the area, please talk to our local specialist on .





Council Tax Band: E (Durham Council)
Tenure: Freehold
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