4 bed detached house for sale

St. Johns Chapel, Bishop Auckland DL13

Set in an enviable elevated position that captures breathtaking views of the North Pennines National Landscape, this beautiful 4-bedroom detached stone cottage offers a rare blend of character and comfort. The property boasts a wealth of period features, including exposed wooden ceiling beams, deep sills, and inviting open fires. The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged, featuring two spacious reception rooms ideal for both relaxing and entertaining, complemented by a well-proportioned conservatory that frames stunning hillside vistas. The home is enhanced by modern uPVC windows throughout, ensuring warmth and natural light in every season. With two bathrooms, the layout is perfectly suited for family living or hosting guests. The ground floor flows seamlessly from the hallways into the main reception areas, while the upper level houses four generous bedrooms, each offering its own unique outlook over the surrounding countryside. The large rear garden is a true highlight, providing incredible views of the surrounding hillsides. Practical enhancements include ample driveway parking for up to four vehicles, making this an ideal retreat for those seeking tranquillity without compromising on accessibility. The overall floorplan is designed with both comfort and functionality in mind, offering versatile living spaces that cater to a range of lifestyles.

The ground floor accommodation comprises, a front hallway, WC, rear hallway, two living rooms, conservatory, kitchen, and staircase that rises to the first floor. To the first floor are the property’s four bedrooms, bathroom, and shower room.

The outside space is equally impressive, with a South-facing garden that can be accessed via a wooden pedestrian gate from the end of the driveway or from a further gate along the Western pathway. The expansive garden is laid to turf and beautifully maintained, adorned with a vibrant mix of flowers, mature shrubs, and established trees, all set against the backdrop of panoramic North Pennines scenery. To the South-Eastern side, a patio area bordered by wrought iron fencing provides an inviting spot for outdoor dining or relaxation, with direct access into the conservatory for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The Western side of the property features a large wooden storage shed and a separate stone outbuilding, offering excellent space for gardening tools or hobbies. To the East, double wooden gates open from the roadside onto a tarmac driveway, providing secure off-road parking for up to four vehicles. The driveway itself offers access to the rear garden via a wooden pedestrian gate, and to the patio area through a wrought iron gate leading to the conservatory.

With its thoughtfully designed layout and exceptional outdoor amenities, this property is perfect for those seeking a peaceful countryside haven with plenty of space to enjoy the great outdoors. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this remarkable home has to offer.

Estate Agent Notes

- The property’s oil Combi boiler is positioned to the Western side of the driveway

- The property’s oil tank is positioned to the Western side of the driveway

- The property’s septic tank positioned to the Eastern side of the driveway

- The property’s spring water tank is located in the roof space of bedroom 2

- Free-standing gas bottles feed the gas hob in the kitchen

Disclaimer:
These particulars are intended to give a fair description of the property but do not constitute part of an offer or contract. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in the employment of the seller or agent has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property. We are obliged to conduct an Anti-Money Laundering (aml) check on all buyers, this is a legal requirement, it’s an online process and doesn’t affect your credit score. We charge a fee for the aml check, which our Onboarding and Compliance Team will collect once a buyer has had an offer accepted on a property.

Location

St Johns Chapel is a village in Weardale, County Durham, and is located in the North Pennines National Landscape. The village benefits from a small supermarket, cafe, pubs, a village hall and primary school. The area is hugely popular with walkers, cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts, as well as those just looking to get away from busy city life.

Front Hallway (1.41m x 1.92m)

- External access to the front of the property is gained via a composite uPVC door with frosted pane into the front hallway, which provides onward internal access to the WC and rear hallway
- L-shaped hallway
- Tiled flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Exposed stone walls
- Wall mounted light fitting
- Free-standing storage cupboard and wall mounted storage cupboards
- Understairs storage cupboard which is equipped with lighting, and houses the property’s electrical consumer unit

WC (1.15m x 1.80m)

- Positioned to the front of the property and accessed from the front hallway
- Double-glazed uPVC window with frosted pane and deep tiled sill to the Northern aspect
- Tiled flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Half-tiled walls
- WC

- Hand-wash basin set on a pedestal unit with under counter storage cupboard
- Plumbing for washing machine
- Wall mounted light fitting

Rear Hallway

- (1.31m x 1.67m) + (2.92m x 1.68m) + (1.31m x 0.98m)
- Positioned to the rear of the property, accessed from the front hallway via a wooden door with frosted panes, and providing onward internal access to living room 1, living room 2, conservatory, and the staircase that rises to the first floor
- Spacious L-shaped hallway
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Southern aspect, looking into the conservatory
- Wooden flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Decorative wood panelled walls
- Wall mounted light fitting
- Radiator

Living Room 2 (4.25m x 4.59m)

- Positioned to the rear of the property on the Western side and accessed from the rear hallway
- Well-proportioned lounge area
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Southern aspect, looking over the rear garden and providing remarkable views of the surrounding hillsides
- Carpeted
- Open fire set on stone hearth with cast iron surround and mantle
- Two wall mounted light fittings
- Radiator
- Ample space for free-standing lounge furniture

Conservatory (2.77m x 4.08m)

- Positioned to the rear of the property, accessed internally via folding wooden doors from the rear hallway, and externally via double glazed uPVC doors from the rear garden
- Spacious conservatory providing breathtaking views of the surrounding hillsides
- Triple aspect with double-glazed uPVC windows to the Eastern, Western and Southern sides
- Tiled flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Exposed stone wall to the Northern side
- Wall mounted light fitting
- Radiator
- Ample space for free-standing lounge or dining furniture

Living Room 1 (4.44m x 4.15m)

- Positioned to the rear of the property on the Eastern side, accessed from the rear hallway, and providing onward internal access to the kitchen
- Well-proportioned lounge area
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Southern aspect, looking over the rear garden and providing outstanding views of the surrounding hillsides
- Wooden flooring
- Exposed wooden ceiling beams
- Multi-fuel burner set on a stone hearth with stone surround and wooden mantle
- Two wall mounted light fittings
- Radiator
- Ample space for free-standing lounge furniture

Kitchen (2.74m x 5.39m)

- Positioned to the front of the property and accessed from living room 1
- Well-proportioned kitchen area
- Three double-glazed uPVC windows with deep wooden sills to the Northern aspect, looking over the front of the property
- Wooden flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Exposed wooden ceiling beams
- Range of over/under counter storage units
- Laminate work surfaces
- 1.5 porcelain Belfast sink and drainer with tiled splashback
- Built-in gas oven and hob, with overhead extractor
- Traditional aga set on a stone hearth with a stone surround and wooden mantle. The aga heats the property’s water
- Space for free-standing appliances
- Built-in storage cupboard
- Ceiling light fitting and two wall mounted light fittings
- Radiator
- Space for dining room furniture

Landing

- (0.96m x 0.89m) + (0.93m x 1.97m) + (0.81m x 2.21m)
- A carpeted staircase rises from the rear hallway to the landing, which is set on two levels. The first level provides access to bedrooms 1,2 & 3, and the bathroom. The second level accessed via two steps down from the first level and provides access to the shower room and bedroom 4
- Carpeted
- Neutrally decorated
- Ceiling light fitting
- Access hatch to the property’s roof space

Bedroom 1 (4.36m x 4.60m)

- Positioned to the rear of the property on the Eastern side and accessed from the first stage of the landing
- Large double room
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Southern aspect, looking over the rear of the property and providing outstanding views of the surrounding hillsides
- Wooden flooring
- Cast iron open fire set on a stone hearth with a stone surround and wooden mantle
- Two built-in storage cupboards
- Central ceiling light fitting
- Radiator
- Ample space for free-standing storage furniture

Bedroom 3 (3.36m x 2.81m)

- Positioned to the rear of the property and accessed from the first stage of the landing
- Double room
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Southern aspect, looking over the rear of the property and providing beautiful views of the surrounding hillsides
- Wooden flooring
- Central ceiling light fitting
- Radiator
- Space for free-standing storage furniture

Bathroom (2.69m x 1.78m)

- Positioned to the front of the property and accessed from the first stage of the landing via two steps down
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill and frosted panes to the Northern aspect
- Wooden flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Half-tiled walls
- Pitched ceiling
- Panel bath with fully tiled enclosure, shower curtain, and overhead mains-fed power shower
- WC

- Hand-wash basin
- Ceiling light fitting
- Radiator

Bedroom 2 (4.25m x 2.86m)

- Positioned to the rear of the property on the Western side and accessed from the first stage of the landing
- Well-proportioned double room
- Dual aspect with a double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Northern aspect, looking over the front of the property. There is a further double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Southern aspect, looking over the rear of the property and providing magnificent views of the surrounding hillsides
- Wooden flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Built-in wardrobes to the Western and Southern sides of the room
- Central ceiling light fitting
- Radiator
- Space for free-standing storage furniture.
- Access hatch to the property’s roof space which houses the water tank that is fed from the spring

Shower Room (1.82m x 2.15m)

- Positioned to the front of the property and accessed from the second stage of the landing
- Double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill and frosted pane to the Northern aspect
- Vinyl flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Half-tiled walls
- Corner shower cubicle with sliding glass doors, fully tiled enclosure, and overhead mains-fed power shower
- WC

- Hand-wash basin
- Wall mounted spotlights
- Radiator

Bedroom 4 (2.81m x 2.69m)

- Positioned to the front of the property on the Eastern side and accessed from the second stage of the landing
- Small double room or large single, which is currently configured as an office
- Dual aspect with a double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Northern aspect looking over the front of the property. There is a small double-glazed uPVC window with deep wooden sill to the Eastern aspect
- Wooden flooring
- Neutrally decorated
- Pitched ceiling
- Traditional stone open fireplace with cast iron grate
- Built-in storage cupboard and small high-level built-in cupboard
- Wall mounted light fitting
- Radiator
- Space for free-standing storage furniture

Rear Garden

- South-facing garden accessed via a wooden pedestrian gate from the end of the driveway, and also via a wooden pedestrian gate at opens from the pathway positioned to the Western side of the property
- Large garden laid to turf, which spreads across the rear of the property and features flowers, mature shrubs, and trees, and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding North Pennines
- To the South-Eastern side of the garden is a patio area bordered by wrought iron fencing, which provides ample space for outdoor garden furniture. The patio area provides access to the conservatory
- To the Western side of the property is a large wooden storage shed and a separate stone outbuilding
- Also to the Western side of the property is a large paved area suitable for outdoor seating or potentially scope for further outdoor buildings
- Adjacent to the rear entrance of the house there is a timber built log store

Parking - Driveway

- Positioned to the Eastern side of the property, accessed via double wooden gates that open from the roadside that runs to the front of the property
- Large driveway area that is laid to tarmac and provides off-road parking for up to four vehicles
- The driveway provides access to the rear garden via a wooden pedestrian gate, and to the rear patio area via a wrought iron pedestrian gate that leads to the conservatory