Welcome to High Skears Aukside, Barnard Castle, a cozy and compact detached type home with 4 bed in the DL12 0QY area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band E.
This classic property was built
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £520,000 and a rental potential of £3,380 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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"A traditional, stone-built, four bedroom, well presented property sitting in an enviable elevated setting with stunning panoramic views. An adjacent barn which has planning permission for conversion to a three bedroom holiday cottage, may also suit those looking for a studio/workshop or gallery space (subject to obtaining the necessary consents). Would provide an ideal opportunity for those looking for a property with the possibility of an additional income stream. Sits within substantial established gardens.
SITUATION Barnard Castle 10 miles, Bishop Auckland 23 miles, Darlington 31 miles, Durham 35 miles, Penrith 36 miles, Newcastle 50 miles, Harrogate 60 miles, York 70 miles, A1 (M) 23 miles, Durham Tees Valley Airport 36 miles. All distances are approximate. Middleton-in-Teesdale is the main centre for Upper Teesdale in the North Pennines, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Much of the village has been designated a conservation area so the houses and shops retain much of their original character. The village is situated on many of the North's famous walks, including the Pennine Way, the Teesdale Way with the Coast to Coast Cycle Path not far away. Main line train stations can be found at Darlington and Durham with International Airports at Durham Tees Valley, Newcastle and Leeds Bradford. The A66 and A1 (M) are easily accessible bringing many areas within commuting distance. AMENITIES Primary school at Middleton-in-Teesdale, state secondary school with sixth form, public school and prep school at Barnard Castle. Theatres at Darlington and Richmond. Horse racing at York, Sedgefield, Catterick, Ripon and Wetherby. Golf at Barnard Castle, Richmond, Darlington and Headlam. Teesdale and the Yorkshire Dales National Park providing picturesque landscape for outdoor activities. DESCRIPTION High Skears is a traditional, stone-built, four bedroom, well presented, detached property sitting in an enviable elevated setting above Middleton-in-Teesdale, with stunning panoramic views across Teesdale. In addition, an adjacent barn has planning permission for conversion to a three bedroom holiday cottage and would provide an ideal opportunity for those looking for a business opportunity in this stunning part of Teesdale. Alternatively the barn may also provide an ideal opportunity for those looking for a creative workspace for a studio/ workshop or gallery. HIgh Skears sits within substantial established gardens and has ample off-street parking.
High Skears accommodation comprises: entrance hall, hall, wc/cloaks, breakfast kitchen, utility/pantry, dining room, sitting room, conservatory, four bedrooms, bathroom/wc, barn with planning permission for conversion to three bedroom holiday cottage, garage, gardens to side and rear, pergola, greenhouse and garden shed. The property benefits from LPG Gas central heating and double glazing. There is a private water supply and mains electricity and septic tank. ENTRANCE HALL With glazed panelled entrance door and stone flagged floor. HALL With part tiles to walls, cloaks area, radiator, stone flagged floor, recessed spotlights and doors leading to: WC/CLOAKS Well fitted with Belfast sink, hardwood worksurfaces, WC, radiator, window to rear, part tiles to walls and stone flagged floor. BREAKFAST KITCHEN 5.92m(19'5'') x 2.69m(8'10'') Fitted with range of pine units with worksurfaces, sink unit, tiled surrounds, built-in double oven, five ring gas hob and extractor over, plumbing for washing machine, space for tumble dryer and dishwasher, power points, breakfast bar, radiator, window to rear, stone flagged floor and doors leading to: PANTRY/UTILITY 2.77m(9'1'') x 2.13m(7'0'') A useful pantry store with power points, wall mounted central heating boiler, window to rear, shelving and stone flagged floor. DINING ROOM 4.57m(15'0'') x 5.51m(18'1'') max A formal open dining hall with staircase rising to the first floor, patio doors leading to terraces and garden to rear of property and providing stunning views across Teesdale, cast-iron stove with decorative surround, radiator, ceramic tiles to floor, wall lights and doors leading to: SITTING ROOM 4.60m(15'1'') x 4.47m(14'8'') A comfortable and welcoming sitting room with radiators, window to rear with stunning views across open countryside, wall lights, TV aerial point and laminate to floor. CONSERVATORY 3.45m(11'4'') x 3.05m(10'0'') Commanding stunning panoramic views across Teesdale, a hardwood Amdega double glazed conservatory with stone flagged floor, ornate covered radiator and double doors leading to the terrace and gardens beyond. FIRST FLOOR LANDING An open through landing with window to the side, access to roof space, laminate to floor, radiator and doors leading to: BEDROOM ONE 3.61m(11'10'') x 4.55m(14'11'') With window to front offering stunning views, radiator and carpet to floor. BEDROOM TWO 4.62m(15'2'') x 3.68m(12'1'') A good sized double room with window to front offering stunning views, range of quality built-in wardrobes, radiator, wall lights and hardwood Junckers flooring. BEDROOM THREE 2.95m(9'8'') x 3.73m(12'3'') With window to rear, a range of quality hand made pine wardrobes and radiator. BEDROOM FOUR With window to rear, laminate to floor and radiator. BATHROOM/WC 2.79m(9'2'') x 2.95m(9'8'') Tiles to walls, corner bath with ornate shower attachment, large shower cubicle, wash-hand basin in vanity unit, WC, window to side, radiator and tiles to floor. THE BARN 7.62m(25'0'') approx x 9.14m(30'0'') approx A traditional attached barn with stores with light and power and electric door providing substantial garaging and with planning permission for conversion to three bedroom holiday cottage. Planning Reference: 6/2009/0214/DM. May also provide an ideal opportunity for those looking for a creative workspace for a studio/ workshop or gallery. THE BYRE 3.05m(10'0'') approx x 5.49m(18'0'') approx An attached byre and store. GARAGE 3.66m(12'0'') approx x 5.79m(19'0'') approx A good sized detached garage with light, power, built-in units and again electric door. GARDENS Good sized gardens stretch to the front and side of the property bounded by open countryside with neat stone walling and conifer hedging surrounds, raised flagged terraces, well-stocked borders, lawned areas, a variety of shrubs and conifers, pergola, greenhouse, garden shed, vegetable garden with formal beds and driveways to both sides. LOCAL AUTHORITY Durham County Council Tel: (01833) 690000. COUNCIL TAX For Council Tax purposes the property is banded E. VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment only through GSC Chartered Surveyors Tel: (01833) 637000. PARTICULARS Particulars written February 2009 and revised September 2009. Internal photographs taken February 2009. Front images revised September 2009 and August 2010. DISCLAIMER NOTICE - PLEASE READ: GSC Chartered Surveyors gives notice to anyone who may read these particulars as follows:
1. These particulars, including any plan are a general guide only and do not form any part of any offer or contract. 2. All descriptions including photographs, dimensions and other details are given in good faith but do not amount to a representation or warranty. They should not be relied upon as statements of fact and anyone interested must satisfy themselves as to their corrections by inspection or otherwise. 3. Neither GSC Chartered Surveyors nor the vendor accept responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused. 4. Any plan is for layout guidance only and is not drawn to scale. All dimensions, shapes and compass bearings are approximate and you should not rely upon them without checking them first. 5. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good condition / repair or otherwise, nor that any services or facilities are in good working order.
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Tax band E
1,681 sqm plot
