5 bed detached bungalow for sale

Whitefield Pit, Penshaw, Houghton Le Spring DH4

Summary

**substantial detached bungalow **five bedrooms **double garage with first floor potential** circa. Half an acre plot** multi-car driveway** semi-rural location **packed with pontential**

Pattinson estate agents are delighted to welcome to the the market this impressive property situated at Redhills, Whitefield Pit, Houghton Le Spring. This substantial five bedroom detached bungalow occupies a generous plot of just under half an acre and offers versatile living accommodation with excellent future potential. The property enjoys a semi-rural setting while remaining well positioned for access to local shops and amenities, schools and great transport links. The nearby A690 and A19 provides convenient commuting routes to Durham, Sunderland and Newcastle upon Tyne, as well as making the location ideal for those seeking access to numerous country parks.

This spacious home provides flexible accommodation across two levels, with the main living space arranged across the ground floor and an additional dormer bedroom and third reception room to the first floor. The property briefly comprises: Entrance hallway, spacious lounge, dining room kitchen/breakfasting area with a pantry and a utility, multiple ground floor bedrooms and stunning four piece family bathroom. To the first floor lies a double bedroom with a four piece en-suite and a versatile reception room, which is 30ft in length.

Externally, the property sits within substantial grounds approaching half an acre, providing extensive outdoor space and significant privacy. A large driveway offers ample parking for multiple vehicles and two gated entrances. Of particular note is the substantial double garage with an upper floor, originally constructed with the potential to be converted into a separate dwelling or annex, subject to the necessary planning permissions. This presents a rare opportunity for buyers seeking additional accommodation, workspace, or development potential.

The property further benefits from double glazed windows throughout, gas central heating, an air condition unit, owned solar panels with battery storage, and a CCTV security system, offering both energy efficiency and peace of mind.

The combination of generous internal space, extensive grounds and the potential for additional development makes this an exciting and highly versatile property in a desirable semi-rural location.

Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the scale, setting and future possibilities this unique home offers.

Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold

Entrance/Porch

Property entrance leading to the porch, which has parquet flooring and leading to a welcoming hallway.

Hallway

A welcoming hallway which has carpet flooring, a radiator and an integrated fish tank. The hallway also gives access to a multitude of rooms and the first floor staircase.

Lounge (8.38m x 4.60m)

Spacious lounge with carpet flooring, a feature fireplace, a radiator and two double glazed windows

Dining Area/Sun Room (3.93m x 3.52m)

A versatile space which has carpet flooring, a radiator and Bi-fold doors leading to the side garden.

Kitchen/Breakfasting Area (8.62m x 5.09m)

Stylish kitchen/breakfasting area benefiting from Italian made, solid wood base units with contrasting granite worksurface and matching up-stands. There is also the additional bonus of:- an integrated dishwasher, Belfast sink, a leisure range ovens with a gas hob and hot plate, as well as an island, which has Quartz worktops, further base units and a bespoke breakfast bar. A pantry cupboard (5'1 x 5'10) with fitted units and shelves, tiled flooring, two radiators, a double glazed window and patios doors leading to the side resin patio.

Utility (1.78m x 2.98m)

The utility has a range of upper and lower units contrasting worksurfaces, a stainless sink unit, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a dryer. Tile flooring, tiled splash bask, a radiator, double glazed window and an external door leading to the side garden.

Bedroom Two (3.32m x 2.76m)

Double bedroom with carpet flooring, fitted wardrobes, a radiator and a double glazed window.

Bedroom Three (2.76m x 3.33m)

Double bedroom with a WC en-suite, laminate flooring, fitted wardrobes, a radiator and a double glazed window.

Bedroom Three En-Suite (1.49m x 1.46m)

Convenient en-suite with a WC, hand wash basin, laminate flooring, tile walls and a double glazed window.

Bedroom Four (2.77m x 3.34m)

Double bedroom with carpet flooring, a radiator and a double glazed window.

Bedroom Five (2.75m x 3.36m)

Double bedroom with carpet flooring, a radiator and a double glazed window.

Bathroom (2.66m x 3.31m)

Stylish four piece bathroom benefiting from a free standing bathroom with a shower mixer tap, walk-in shower, hand wash and WC vanity unit. Luxury vinyl tile flooring, part panel and tiled walls, a column radiator and a double glazed window.

Principal Bedroom (4.23m x 6.86m)

Double bedroom located one the first floor has a four piece en-suite, carpet flooring, a walk-in wardrobe with a window, feature fireplace, a radiator, double glazed and Velux window.

Principal En-Suite (2.53m x 3.34m)

Convenient four piece en-suite benefiting from a walk-in shower, a bidet, WC and dual sinks with a vanity cupboard, tiled flooring, tiled walls, a radiator and a double glazed window.

Third Reception Room (9.49m x 5.81m)

A versatile room, currently used as a third reception room and is also located on the first floor. This room is approximately 30 ft in length has laminate flooring, three radiators and three double glazed windows.

Double Garage (5.51m x 5.98m)

The substantial detached double garage is accessed via an electric shutter door and has a W.C. The garage has the addition of a first floor, which has double glazed windows, a water and electric supply. The garage was constructed with the potential for future conversion into separate accommodation, (subject to the necessary planning permissions), offering excellent potential for use as an annex, workspace or additional dwelling.

External

Occupying a generous plot of just under half an acre, with a large driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles and a double garage. The remaining grounds are mainly laid to lawn, mature shrubs and numerous planting beds, thus offering a spacious and private garden.