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" Grey Mare Cottage is a highly desirable detached dormer bungalow which is situated on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Witton Le Wear benefitting from stunning views over Weardale. The property offers quality internal accommodation which is complemented with well maintained grounds and breath taking views. Internal viewing is highly recommended. Please note the property has an EPC rating (EER) of D 61.

Situation & Amenities Witton Le Wear occupies a spectacular site above the River Wear set in a commanding position which is especially impressive with views from the South where the village is seen against a backdrop of trees and fields. The village sits at the gateway to Weardale, an area rich in natural and man-made heritage which provides picturesque landscapes for walking and other outdoor recreational activities.

Bishop Auckland 5 miles, Durham 14 miles, Barnard Castle 16 miles, Darlington 16 miles, Hexham 31 miles, Newcastle upon Tyne 27 miles, Middlesbrough 30 miles. The A68 provides access to Hexham in the North and Darlington in the South and is accessed easily by Grey Mare Cottage bringing many areas into a commutable distance. The property is also situated approximately 3 miles from Witton Castle and approximately 4 miles from Hamsterley Forest.

Witton le Wear is ideally situated for easy access to the local towns of Bishop Auckland and Crook, whilst the cities of Newcastle and Durham are within easy reach.

The property is situated on the edge of the village of Witton le Wear, which has two public houses and a popular primary school along with a Community Centre offering numerous activities suited to all ages. The nearby towns of Crook and Bishop Auckland offer a wider range of services with both national and local retailers and primary and secondary school opportunities. Private education is available at Durham, Darlington and Barnard Castle.

Main line train stations can be found at Darlington and Durham, with International Airports at Newcastle and Leeds Bradford. Description Grey Mare Cottage is a substantial and extremely well finished detached dormer bungalow situated on the outskirts of Witton Le Wear. The accommodation is finished to a high standard throughout and briefly comprises: hallway, living room, dining kitchen, utility room, rear entrance porch, cloakroom/WC, bedroom one, bedroom two, bathroom, first floor landing and bedroom three. Externally there are gardens, block paved driveway, integral garage and stunning countryside views towards the horizon. Accommodation Wooden door leading to: Hallway A spacious hallway offering a retro style radiator, dado rail and with doors leading to: Living Room 7.16m x 4.45m

(23'6' x 14'7') A beautifully finished living and entertaining space which flows outside via double opening patio doors leading onto the terrace and garden. There are two double glazed windows to the rear elevation offering fantastic views to the distance, multi fuel stove set in a sandstone hearth and surround making the room cosy throughout winter, two radiators and exposed wooden flooring. Dining Kitchen 6.94m x 4.49m

(22'9' x 14'9') Again, a well finished space ideal for entertaining around a table. With a variety of fitted wooden wall and base units, contoured working surfaces, tiled splashbacks, stainless steel sink with a mixer tap and drainer, space for dishwasher, two radiators, double glazed window to the rear elevation boasting stunning views, double glazed patio doors opening onto the terrace which in turn leads down to the garden, space for dining table and chairs, stairs rising to the first floor and oak flooring. The kitchen offers integral appliances as follows: double electric oven, gas hob and two fridges. Door leading to the utility room. Utility Room With double glazed window to the rear again taking advantage of the views on offer. Including stainless steel sink with drainer, some fitted units with contoured working surface, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for upright fridge/freezer, radiator, vinyl flooring and door leading to: Rear Entrance Hall With double glazed window to the rear elevation, vinyl flooring, door to the garage and door leading to the rear terrace which has steps down to the lawned garden. Cloakroom/WC With obscure double glazed window to the front elevation, WC, hand wash basin unit with cupboards below and retro style radiator. Bedroom One 4.90m x 4.45m

(16'1' x 14'7') A spacious and light bedroom to the front elevation with double glazed window looking onto the garden, variety of fitted wardrobes, fitted dressing table and radiator. Bedroom Two 4.44m x 3.41m (14'7' x 11'2') A well presented double bedroom with double glazed window to the front elevation, variety of fitted wardrobes and radiator. Bathroom A well fitted bathroom with obscure double glazed window to the front elevation, panelled bath, WC, double shower cubicle with tiled surround, hand wash basin unit with fitted mirror and cupboard below and above, heated towel rail, retro style radiator, dado rail with tongue and groove below and karndean flooring. First Floor Landing Accessed via a staircase off the kitchen is the first floor landing which provides access to a storage cupboard, loft space and bedroom three. Bedroom Three 4.96m x 3.04m

(16'3' x 10'0') Offering elevated countryside views via two velux windows, with radiator and exposed wooden flooring. Gardens Grey Mare Cottage is placed within good sized and well maintained grounds offering lawned gardens to three sides with fenced and hedged boundaries. There are a variety of mature trees including plum, apple, conifer and pine along with stocked borders including plants and shrubs. Accessed from the rear lawned garden is the raised terrace which provides an ideal space for alfresco dining with direct access to the kitchen and living room. The rear part of the garden boasts fantastic countryside views towards the horizon on the West side. There is an area with access to the oil tank and a wooden outhouse for log storage. Driveway A block paved driveway leads down to the property providing off street parking for several vehicles and also giving access to the integral garage. Integral Garage 6.58m x 4.06m

(21'7' x 13'4') With up and over door, power supply, lighting and storage above. Part of the garage forms a 'boiler house' which has an obscure double glazed window to the rear elevation, access to the boiler and a sink with hot and cold water supply. Services Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating. Local Authority Durham County Council Tel: 03000 26 00 00. Council Tax For Council Tax purposes the property is banded F. Tenure The property is believed to be offered freehold with vacant possession upon completion. Viewings Strictly by appointment only via GSC Grays Tel: 01833 637000. Particulars Particulars written and photographs taken September 2014. "