Welcome to 5 Flax Field, Barnard Castle, a cozy and compact terraced type home with 3 bed in the DL12 9BJ area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band C.
This classic property was built 1976-1982 and has a reported internal area of 116.28 internal square metres
The local area is known for its high value-to-quality ratio -
with a market valuation of £240,500 and a rental potential of £1,563 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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In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Mar 31, 2010. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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"5 Flax Field is a unique property, on the outskirts of this popular market town, which has the main living accommodation to the first floor, taking advantage of the spectacular views across the Banks of The River Tees and the Castle. The property currently offers two bedroom accommodation, which could easily be returned to three bedrooms as required. Enclosed garden to rear, access to communal grassed garden area on the banks of the River Tees, garage and off-street parking.
SITUATION Barnard Castle ? mile, Richmond 15 miles, Darlington 17 miles, Durham 26 miles, A1 13 miles, Durham Tees Valley Airport 27 miles (please note all distances are approximate).
The property is located in the popular residential area of Startforth, south of the historic and popular market town of Barnard Castle.
Further amenities are found in Barnard Castle, with Darlington, Durham, Newcastle upon Tyne and Leeds easily accessible by rail and road. Mainline railway stations can be found at Darlington and Durham, with international airports at Durham Tees Valley and Newcastle. AMENITIES The property provides an ideal base from which to explore the Yorkshire Dales, Teesdale and the North Yorkshire Moors. Educational opportunities (both comprehensive and private), can be found in Barnard Castle, Richmond and Darlington. The village itself benefits from a popular primary school. Golf courses can be found at Barnard Castle, Richmond and Darlington with Horseracing at Catterick, Ripon, York, Wetherby and Sedgefield. Local theatres include Darlington, Richmond and Durham. DESCRIPTION 5 Flax Field offers spacious and well presented accommodation, in this popular cul-de-sac, on the outskirts of Barnard Castle, with stunning views across the River Tees and to Barnard Castle itself. This unique property has the main living accommodation to the first floor to take advantage of the spectacular views to the rear and currently offers two bedroom accommodation to the lower ground floor, which could easily be returned to three bedrooms as required. Accommodation comprises: large double bedroom and further double bedroom to lower ground floor, bathroom to ground floor, kitchen and living/dining area to first floor. Enclosed garden to rear with terraced patio area, lawns and borders. The property also has the benefit of access to a shared communal grassed area on the banks of the River Tees, which is for the sole use of the residents of Flax Field. Garage with utility area and off-street parking.
The property benefits from gas central heating and double glazing throughout. Mains services include: electricity, gas, water and sewerage. ACCOMMODATION Entrance Portico with door leading to garage and wooden door leading to: ENTRANCE HALL With window to side, stairs to lower ground floor level, stairs rising to first floor, carpet to floor, radiator and door leading to: BATHROOM 2.39m(7'10'') x 1.63m(5'4'') With window to front, wood panelled bath with shower over, WC, vanity unit housing wash basin with contemporary tap, part tiles to walls, radiator and slate effect tiles to floor. LOWER GROUND FLOOR LANDING With access to understairs storage, door leading to garden to rear, double storage cupboards, radiator, carpet to floor and doors leading to: BEDROOM ONE/ TWO 3.51m(11'6'') max x 5.89m(19'4'') A large double bedroom, running the full width of the house and encompassing bedrooms one and two, with sliding glass doors leading to garden to rear and providing views of the banks of the River Tees beyond, further window to rear, radiator with decorative cover and carpet to floor. BEDROOM THREE 3.58m(11'9'') max x 3.56m(11'8'') With window to front, radiator and carpet to floor. FIRST FLOOR LANDING With access to roof space, carpet to floor and door leading to: LIVING AREA / DINING AREA 7.82m(25'8'') x 5.33m(17'6'') max A light and spacious room running from the front to back of the property. LIVING AREA With window to rear overlooking banks of the River Tees and having views of Barnard Castle, feature Cumbrian slate fireplace with full height chimney breast and open hearth, radiator and carpet to floor. DINING AREA With window to rear of property overlooking wooded amenity area, radiator and carpet to floor. KITCHEN 3.71m(12'2'') x 2.57m(8'5'') With window to rear providing views over the River Tees, a range of fitted base and wall units with breakfast bar, contoured granite effect work surfaces, one and a half stainless steel sink with contemporary mixer tap, integral gas oven and hob with extractor over, space for upright fridge/freezer, radiator, telephone point, part tiles to walls and slate tiles to floor. GARAGE/ UTILITY AREA 4.01m(13'2'') x 2.82m(9'3'') Utility area featuring plumbing for washing machine, work surface, fitted wall unit, power, lighting and shelving.
Garage area with up and over door, lighting, power, water and access to roof space. GARDEN To the front of the property there is a terraced rockery area, gravelled area providing additonal off-street parking and overhead trellis with climber.
To the rear of the property is a good sized enclosed garden, with terraced patio area offering stunning views of the banks of the River Tees and Barnard Castle beyond, lawned area, borders with mature plants and shrubs and timber garden shed. A garden gate leads to the shared communal gardens on the banks of the River Tees. SHARED COMMUNAL AREA An open grassed area, with fences to either side, leading down to the banks of the River Tees, the ownership of which is shared by all the properties at Flax Field and provides an attractive additional recreational area. LOCAL AUTHORITY Durham County Council Tel: 01833 690000. COUNCIL TAX BANDING For Council Tax purposes the property is banded C. VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment only via GSC Chartered Surveyors Tel: 01833 637000. PARTICULARS Photographs taken and particulars written April 2009 External photographs revised September 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 C
