1. Property photo 1 of 19 Cattery
  2. Property photo 2 of 19 Wr1.Jpg
  3. Property photo 3 of 19 Lounge

£385,000

3 bed bungalow for sale
Whessoe Road, Darlington DL3

    • 3 beds

    • 1 bath

    • 2 receptions

  • EPC Rating: E

  • Freehold

Venture Properties

Logo of Venture Properties

About this property

  • Semi Detached Bungalow

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • Gas Central Heating & Double Glazing

  • Two Large Outbuildings With Multiple Rooms

  • Council Tax Band A

  • EPC Rating E

Railway Cottage was built circa 1895 and is located on the outskirts of Darlington whilst still allowing access to many amenities in Darlington and neighbouring towns and close proximity to major road links including A1(m) both North and South and the A(19)/A(66) ideal for the commuter.

The semi-detached bungalow itself is immaculately presented with a spacious lounge, a modern fitted kitchen, three bedrooms and the benefit of two bathrooms and a handy utility room.

The home is warmed by Gas Oiled Central Heating and is fully double glazed throughout and is accessed via secure double electric gates leading into an extensive driveway providing ample off-road parking.

The property features 0.32 acres of land, with well maintained gardens with patio areas and well-stocked plant beds, flower beds and hedgerows, all enclosed with wooden fencing,

In addition there are two large outbuildings with multiple rooms/pens, one formerly a cattery which is fully fitted, and the other not fitted, holding fantastic business opportunity.

Kitchen (3.99m x 2.08m (13'1 x 6'10))

Upvc door and window to the front, fitted with a range of Cashmere wall, base and drawer units, contrasting work surfaces, part tiled walls, stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, space for cooker, space for fridge/freezer.

Inner Lobby

With Worcester boiler and upvc window to the side.

Shower Room

Fitted with a suite comprising double walk in shower cubicle with waterfall head and spray attachment, low level wc, wash hand basin, pvc walls, pvc ceiling, vinyl flooring, obscure window to the front, heated towel rail.

Lounge (7.06m x 4.29m (23'2 x 14'1))

With sliding doors into the conservatory, remote control living flame fire, two radiators.

Conservatory (3.23m x 3.05m (10'7 x 10'))

With double doors to the side, laminate flooring and radiator.

Hallway

Leading to the bedrooms.

Bedroom 1 (4.65m x 2.54m (15'3 x 8'4))

With upvc window to the side, radiator and coving to ceiling.

Bedroom 2 (3.66m x 2.44m (12' x 8'))

Upvc double glazed window to the side, radiator.

Bedroom 3 (3.66m x 2.21m (12' x 7'3))

Upvc double glazed window to the rear, radiator

Inner Lobby

With door to the rear and storage cupboard.

Utility Room (2.74m x 1.80m (9' x 5'11))

With upvc window to the rear, fitted with wall, base and drawer units, space for washing machine, space for tumble dryer, pvc walls, tiled flooring.

Cloakroom/W.C.

With low level wc, bidet, wash hand basin, vinyl flooring, pvc walls and ceiling and heated towel rail.

Garden (Bungalow)

With garden to the front with Astro turf and mature conifers. Double wrought iron gated access from the front, raised beds, outside water tap and oil tank. There is a driveway and pebbled area ideal for extra parking.

Cattery

The building was constructed to a standard fit for human habitation, but it is and always was intended to be a Cattery. The building itself is orientated north/south in order to help keep it cool during the summer season.

Reception Room (6.17m x 3.18m (20'3 x 10'5))

With two radiators, tiled flooring and access to the loft space via drop down ladder.

Cattery Apartments

There are twelve apartment’s in total, six to the front and six to the rear of the building. On the front of the building each apartment has a Garden Room terrace, and to the rear each apartment has an outside terrace.

Cattery Apartment

Each apartment can take two cats, providing they come from the same home. Where there are more than two cats from the same home, some of the apartments have a ‘room divide’ built into an adjoining wall.

Wc - For Public Use

With low level wc, wash hand basin, tiled flooring and radiator.

Kitchen (4.14m x 3.30m (13'7 x 10'10))

Fitted with a range of wall, base and drawer units, stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, space for cooker, space for washing machine, space for tumble dryer, window to the rear, window to the side and radiator.

Hall

Rear Lobby

Stable Block

Subject to necessary planning permission, this would be ideal for conversion into a residential dwelling.
Might possibly be useful as another business enterprise, office etc?
Under floor insulation fitted underneath the concrete.

Externally

Property Information

Local Authority
Darlington
Council Tax
Band:
A

Annual Price:
£1,506
Conservation Area
No
Flood Risk
No Risk
Floor Area
957 ft 2 / 89 m 2
Plot size
-

Mobile coverage
EE

Vodafone
Three
O2
Broadband

Basic
6 Mbps
Superfast
37 Mbps
Satellite / Fibre TV Availability
BT

Sky

Stamp duty calculator

Our instant calculator helps you understand how much stamp duty is due on property purchases in England & Northern Ireland. Read the latest stamp duty news

From 1st April 2025 £-

This calculation is intended as a guide only. We are unable to provide financial advice, so it's important to consult with an adviser. It applies to UK residents purchasing residential properties in England and Northern Ireland, but does not apply if the purchase is made through a company.

More information

  • Tenure

    Freehold

  • Council tax band

    A

See all recent sales in DL3

Property descriptions and related information displayed on this page are marketing materials provided by - Venture Properties. Zoopla does not warrant or accept any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the property descriptions or related information provided here and they do not constitute property particulars. Please contact Venture Properties for full details and further information.