4 bed detached house for sale

Cowshill, Weardale, Co Durham DL13

The Calf House, Cowshill

An Exceptional Character Property in the Heart of the North Pennines National Landscape. Beautifully restored stone barn that offers a rare blend of traditional character and modern versatility. Perfectly situated in the village of Cowshill, this unique property offers a countryside retreat, a holiday let/boutique bed-and-breakfast, or a home with internal annexe. Set behind the Cowshill Hotel, offering private parking and gardens.

Ground Floor
Entrance
Through wood door into entrance hall with large cupboard for coats and boots, stairs to first floor and door to:

Kitchen
Bespoke kitchen having a range of wall and floor units, double stainless-steel sinks and drainer with separate wash hand basin, space for cookers fridge and freezer, shelving and large window to rear aspect.

Reception Room 1
Currently used as a dining room with feature fireplace and beamed ceiling, door to front porch and window to front aspect. Door through to:

Rear Entrance
Having door to rear aspect leading through to:

Reception Room 2
Nice size sitting room which could be used as a ground floor bedroom having window to front aspect, beamed ceiling and feature fireplace. Door to:

Shower Room
Modern shower room comprising low level WC, shower cubicle with glass door and wash hand basin.

First Floor
Living Room
Large living room having open apex beams benefitting from windows to front and rear aspects, feature fireplace, stairs to ground floor and door through to:

Landing
Having doors off to bedrooms and door to rear garden via bastle stone steps:

Bedroom 1/Office
Currently used as an office with window to front aspect and stairs up to attic.

Bathroom
Fabulously presented bathroom comprising bath with wood panel and part tiling to walls, low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin set in front of the front aspect window.

Master Bedroom 2
Large master bedroom through to a dressing area with seating and built in wardrobes. Befitting from two windows to front aspect.

Bedroom 3
Set at the end of the landing a large twin bedroom having feature fireplace and windows to front and rear aspect. This bedroom could be closed off from the main house to form part of the annex. Door to small landing with access to bathroom and sitting room.

Bathroom
Modern suite comprising bath, low level WC and wash hand basin and window to front aspect.

Sitting Room
Set at the rear of the property having windows to rear and side aspects, feature fireplace and stairs down to:

Rear Entrance Hall
Door to rear garden, space for coats and boots, understairs storage and through to:

Bedroom 4
A good size double room having exposed wood beams to ceiling and window to front aspect.

Bathroom
Modern Victorian style suite comprising freestanding bath, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC and large shower cubicle with glazed bi-fold door and window to front aspect.

External
Driveway
Entrance from the road up to a private gated tarmac and gravel driveway with parking for several vehicles.

Garden
The gardens extend to the front, side and rear of the property, with mature planting, well-maintained pathways and access to the rear doors and patio areas. To the side of the property is a sheltered seating area and a charming summerhouse with a patio to the front.
Throughout the gardens, mature planting provides privacy and natural screening, creating a number of distinct areas away from the parking area. Stone steps and pathways lead up and around the gardens, continuing through the trees to the rear of the property, creating a peaceful and secluded setting.

Virtual Tour

Services
Mains Electricity, Water and Drainage
Oil fired Central Heating
Council Tax Band E
Energy efficiency rating tbc

Tenure
We are advised by the vendor that the property is freehold.

Additional Information
A separate gated area of ground to the side of the property will be included in the sale offering storage space and further garden space and parking. Investment & Commercial Opportunity - For those looking to capitalise on the thriving North East staycation market, The Calf House is an exceptional prospect. Its established footprint as a former successful B&B asset, combined with the timeless demand for character properties in Weardale, ensures strong long-term appeal for both investors and lifestyle buyers alike.

Durham dales – Upper Weardale and Teesdale

The Durham Dales, incorporating Teesdale and Weardale is a peaceful and tranquil landscape of moors and hills, valleys and meandering rivers, dotted with picturesque villages and market towns.

Part of the National Landscapes one of the 46 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, a European and unesco Global Geopark, what a special place to live and put down roots

Walking and cycling are great ways to explore the Durham Dales, where you’ll find some of the best hiking and biking routes in the country. Enjoy breath-taking views and seek out tasty tearooms and cafes in the welcoming towns and villages along the way, including two officials 'Walkers are Welcome' Towns - Middleton in Teesdale and Wolsingham.
Head to Hamsterley Forest and explore 2,000 hectares of woodland or let the chain take the strain on an electric bike journey around this beautiful area. Don’t miss the perfect photo opportunity at High Force – on of England’s most impressive waterfalls.
There’s plenty more to see and do in this area too, from historic castles to award-winning museums and galleries and much more, the Durham Dales is a great place to visit.
When it’s time to refuel, you’ll find great places to eat along the way, from tempting treats in market town tearooms, to hearty countryside meals in traditional country pubs, it’s all on the menu in the Durham Dales. Plus, our two food trails will take your taste buds around the dales and North Pennines.

From the head of the valley at Killhope with its famous lead mining museum down to Stanhope town are a host of pretty villages with village halls with events serving the local communities and churches.
Cowshill lies at the top end of Weardale and is served by a traditional pub the Cowshill Hotel and is well worth a visit as it allows you step back in time.
St Johns Chapel has good amenities such as a coop, two public houses, café, town hall with activities and a gym, doctors’ surgery and an ambulance station. From here you can drive over Harthope to Teesdale and explore the villages there and the larger town of Barnard Castle.
Westgate and Eastgate both have popular pubs serving food and real ales as you drive down the valley towards Stanhope.

Stanhope town has a good array of shops including a coop, petrol, station, butchers, post office, hairdresser, pubs and eateries, The Dales Centre with a selection of craft shops, car park and tourist information. There is a doctor surgery, vets, and a large selection of other shops along the main street. Stanhope offers a bus link to the upper Weardale villages and onwards to Bishop Auckland, Durham, Sunderland, and Newcastle and a rail link which should be re-opening soon.
Bishop Auckland is a historic market town with plenty to explore. Visit Auckland Palace, the former home of the Prince Bishops of Durham, explore the Spanish Gallery and Mining Art Gallery, or enjoy a walk through the beautiful Deer Park.
Nearby Locomotion at Shildon is a great day out for railway enthusiasts and families, while the surrounding countryside offers plenty of walking and wildlife.

Directions DL13 1JQ
From Alston take the A689 through Nenthead and over Killhope. Take the right turn at the junction leading down to Cowshill. The property can be found after the Cowshill Hotel but before the bridge on your left. Drive up to the gate and park in the entrance.

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