3 bed cottage to rent

Wolsingham, Bishop Auckland DL13

Nestled in a picturesque setting, this 3-bedroom semi-detached cottage is now available to let, offering a tranquil escape with stunning views, approximately 3 miles outside of Wolsingham and a stone’s throw from the beautiful Tunstall Reservoir. Accessed via a private track and forming part of a quartet of cottages, the property boasts a large south-facing garden, perfect for soaking up the sun. The property features a rear yard with practical storage outbuildings and benefits from uPVC windows throughout, in addition to new carpets. Equipped with a brand new Worcester oil combi boiler, the property is dog friendly, welcoming up to 2 dogs, with a preference for longer tenancy terms.

Positioned to the front of the property, the generous south-facing garden provides a serene retreat enclosed by mature hedgerows, setting the stage for peaceful outdoor living. A substantial gravelled seating area offers a perfect spot for al fresco dining and relaxation, while the oil tank discreetly tucked in a corner ensures practicality without compromising the aesthetics. To the rear, an enclosed yard area offers additional functionality with two stone-built storage buildings, ideal for stowing outdoor essentials, accompanied by an external tap for added convenience. The rear parking area serves as a practical solution for housing multiple vehicles, further enhancing the appeal of this well positioned countryside cottage.

Terms and conditions

The property shall be let unfurnished by way of an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for an initial term of 12 months at a rental figure of £985 per calendar month, payable in advance by standing order. In addition, a deposit of £1,136, being equivalent to 5-weeks’ rent shall also be payable prior to occupation. This deposit shall be held by the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (Custodial).

References

The Landlord’s agent will take up references through a referencing agency. The obtaining of such references is not a guarantee of acceptance.

Insurance

Tenants are responsible for the insuring of their own contents.

Smoking & Pets

Smoking is prohibited inside the property. Pets shall not be kept at the property without the prior written consent of the Landlord, which will be subject to separate rental negotiation.

Services and Other Information

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  Mains electricity and drainage.
  
  
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  Oil fired central heating.
  
  
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  Spring fed water supply. There are no water rates, however an annual charge of £200 is payable for spring and water filter maintenance.
  
  

EPC Rating: E

Location

Located very closely to Tunstall Reservoir, approximately 3 miles outside of Wolsingham, a beautiful historic market village located on the edge of the North Pennines National Landscape. With primary and secondary schools, a library, pubs, a variety of local shops, pharmacy, doctors and even a physiotherapist, Wolsingham has many of the amenities of a larger town, whilst maintaining the character and charm of a small rural village.

Hallway (3.2m x 1.8m)

- External access is gained from the rear of the property through a uPVC door with frosted panes into the property’s hallway
- The hallway provides access to the kitchen, living room, bathroom, and a staircase rising to the first floor
- Vinyl flooring
- Radiator
- Ceiling light fitting
- The hallway benefits from an under-stairs storage room which in turn benefits from a uPVC window looking out to the rear yard
- This under-stairs storage room is home to the property’s oil-fired brand new Worcester combi boiler
- The storage room benefits from integrated shelving, vinyl flooring and a ceiling light fitting

Kitchen (3.76m x 3.29m)

- Positioned to the front of the property and accessed from the hallway
- Well-proportioned kitchen with uPVC window to the Southern aspect providing beautiful views over the garden and fields beyond
- Laminate work surfaces with tiled splashbacks
- Over/under counter storage units
- 1.5 porcelain sink
- Space, plumbing and power for freestanding kitchen appliances
- Overhead extractor hood
- Additional extractor fan in the wall to the Southern aspect
- Vinyl flooring
- Ceiling strip light
- Radiator
- Decorative half wooden panel walls

Living Room (4.31m x 4.74m)

- Positioned to the front of the property and accessed from the hallway
- Dual aspect with uPVC windows to the Southern and Western sides with the Southern window providing beautiful views over the garden and fields beyond
- Well-proportioned living area
- Newly carpeted
- Radiator
- Two ceiling light fittings
- Multifuel burner set on tiled hearth

Bathroom (3.07m x 1.81m)

- Located on the ground floor, positioned to the rear of the property and accessed from the hallway
- Frosted uPVC window with tiled sill to the Northern aspect
- Panel bath with overhead mains fed shower and tiled enclosure
- WC

- Hand wash basin
- Vinyl flooring
- Vertical heated towel rail
- Ceiling light fitting

Landing

- (1.65m x 0.88m) + (0.85m x 2.20m)
- A half-turn staircase rises from the hallway in 3 stages to the first-floor landing which provides access to all 3 bedrooms and the first floor WC
- Large uPVC window on the staircase, being to the Northern aspect
- The landing benefits from a large built-in storage cupboard
- Newly carpeted
- Ceiling light fitting

First Floor WC (0.79m x 1.78m)

- Positioned to the rear of the property and accessed from the landing
- Neutrally decorated
- Ceiling light fitting
- uPVC window to the Northern aspect
- WC

- Vinyl flooring

Bedroom 1 (4.31m x 3.45m)

- Positioned to the front of the property and accessed from the landing
- South facing, large uPVC window with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside
- Well-proportioned double room
- Feature fireplace
- Newly carpeted
- Radiator
- Central ceiling light fitting

Bedroom 2 (3.79m x 3.29m)

- Positioned to the front of the property and accessed from the landing
- Double room
- uPVC window to the Southern aspect with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside
- Neutrally decorated
- Newly carpeted
- Radiator
- Central ceiling light fitting

Bedroom 3 (3.22m x 3.12m)

- Positioned to the rear of the property and accessed from the landing
- Double room
- uPVC window to the Western aspect with beautiful views over the surrounding countryside
- Newly carpeted
- Radiator
- Neutrally decorated
- Central ceiling light fitting

Garden

- Positioned to the front of the property and being South facing
- Large, private garden enclosed by mature hedgerow and largely laid to lawn
- Large, gravelled seating area
- The property’s oil tank is located in the corner of the garden to the Northern side and being adjacent to the rear yard

Yard

- To the rear of the property is an enclosed yard area being fully concreted and benefiting from 2 stone-built storage buildings with a slate roof, being ideal for the storage of outdoor equipment
- External tap
- Internal access to the property is gained through a uPVC door which is accessed from this yard area

Parking - Off Street

- To the rear of the property and opposite the yard there is a parking area providing ample parking for at least 3 vehicles
- The property also includes a large wooden shed which is located next to the parking area

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