Barn conversion for sale in Eastgate, Bishop Auckland DL13

New to the market! 3 bedroom detached barn conversion with approximately 1.07 acres of land and additional stable block. The property offers huge potential for any perspective purchaser and whilst major works have been undertaken by the current owners there are elements of finishing required. The property has the benefit of an air source heat pump, solar panels, full rewire plus extensive wall and loft insulation. Additionally, underneath the concrete floor there is 100mm of insulation and a radon barrier throughout the entire property.

The internal accommodation comprises of a large and characterful living room complete with log burner, vaulted ceiling and stone flooring, a spacious and bright kitchen/ dining room with ceramic tiled floors, vaulted ceiling and exposed beams, a separate utility room, 3 well proportioned bedrooms and a newly installed family bathroom.

Externally the property provides approximately 1.07 acres of land plus a 5 berth stable block complete with tack room. Further development opportunities are offered in the form of a stone outbuilding and ‘the old diary’, both of which are attached to the main house and could be converted into a garage or further living accommodation subject to the relevant permissions. Don’t miss out, call now to arrange a viewing.

EPC Rating: C

Location

Eastgate is a small rural village located in Weardale, County Durham and is situated within the North Pennines, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The area is hugely popular with walkers, cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts, as well as those just looking to get away from busy city life.

Hallway

(5.89m x 1.21m) plus (4.23m x 1.02m)
One of the property's entrances brings you in to a bright hallway which runs half the length of the current barn conversion and benefits from spotlights, a hardwood double glazed window and loft access via a hatch. The hallway provides direct access to the property's 3 bedrooms, main bathroom, and utility room. Access through to the kitchen/ dining room and living room beyond is via the utility room. Skirting boards and flooring would be required to finish the hallway.

Living Room (6.52m x 4.32m)

Accessed via sliding doors in the kitchen / dining room is the living room. The living room is a spacious and characterful room which benefits from a vaulted ceiling, exposed ceiling beams, stone floors and a log burner with stone surround. A large hardwood double glazed window and uPVC patio doors fill the room with natural light. The views from the patio doors across the Weardale landscape are simply stunning.

Kitchen / Dining Room (7.79m x 4.34m)

There are a further 2 entrances to the property which both bring you directly in to the kitchen / dining room. The space is also directly linked to the living room and utility room, and is a large and bright room with 3 hardwood double glazed windows and a roof light. The kitchen / dining room has the benefit of a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, ceramic tiled floor, ceramic sink, free standing electric oven and hob, and ample space to accommodate a large dining table. The new owner would likely wish to install new kitchen units and worksurfaces, furthermore, skirting board would be required to finish the room.

Utility Room (1.91m x 4.33m)

Accessed via the hallway is the utility room, the utility room has the benefit of a hardwood double glazed window, a good range of over - under storage cabinets and the relevant plumbing for a washing machine plus space for a tumble dryer. The utility room is also used as a plant room for the associated technology for the air source heat pump and solar panels. This room still requires flooring, skirting board, some plastering and decoration.

Bedroom 1 (4.06m x 2.88m)

Accessed via the hallway is bedroom 1. Bedroom 1 is a good sized double bedroom with 2 hardwood double glazed windows with deep timber sills. The bedroom boasts fantastic open countryside views, exposed ceiling beams, spotlights and space for free standing storage furniture. The room requires skirting boards and painting.

Bedroom 2 (2.76m x 4.21m)

Accessed via the hallway is bedroom 2, it is a well proportioned double bedroom with 2 hardwood double glazed windows with deep timber sills, exposed ceiling beams, spotlights and ample space for free standing storage furniture. Some plastering, skirting boards, flooring and painting are required to finish this room.

Bedroom 3 (2.90m x 2.74m)

Accessed via the hallway is bedroom 3, bedroom 3 is a light and well proportioned single bedroom with a hard wood double glazed window with deep timber sill, exposed ceiling beams, spotlights and space for free standing storage furniture. Flooring is required to finish this room.

Bathroom (1.99m x 2.76m)

Accessed via the hallway is the bathroom. The bathroom has been recently fitted and is well appointed, bright and spacious. The bathroom provides a 3 piece suite including; a panelled bath with overhead shower, hand wash basin with under sink storage and a WC. The bathroom benefits from a hard wood double glazed window with deep timber sill, spotlights and a heated towel rail. Only minor decorative touches are required to fully finish this room.

Stable Block

The property has the benefit of a 5 berth stable block complete with a large tack room, currently used by the owners as kennels but would be ideal for anyone looking for equestrian use.

Development Opportunity (7.29m x 4.65m)

The property offers further development potential in the form of a stone outbuilding which is located at the north end of the building and 'the old dairy' which is located at the south end, both of which are attached to the property and could be converted into additional living accommodation subject to the necessary planning permissions. Measuring approximately 7.29m x 4.65m, the space at the north end of the property has huge scope for development for a variety of uses, possibilities include a large garage / workshop or a double floor living space conversion, either as part of the main house or as a separate annexe.

Garden

The property boasts a plot size of approximately 1.07 acres, with far reaching open countryside views. The plot is fully fenced and enclosed and offers huge potential for landscaping or equestrian facilities . A south facing patio area is accessed directly via the patio doors in the living room making an ideal place for outdoor seating.

Parking - Off Street

The property has the benefit of off street parking for at least 5 vehicles.