6 bedroom detached house

This truly spectacular modern mansion is situated in what has arguably become one of the best residential locations, on an exclusive development of only a handful of individually built mansions.

Augusta however is located in the corner of the estate and accessed via a long driveway between houses as well as occupying a large plot extending to around 0.5 acre of formal grounds, within walking distance to the surrounding golf courses. The facilities within the Ramside complex are close by, which can be accessed through a residents only coded gate. Members can enjoy two 18-hole golf courses, driving range, superb club house facilities, a spa, gym and swimming pool complex as well as the 4-star hotel with its range of restaurants. The estate has, in effect, established itself with a ‘country club’ feel and the future plans for Ramside Hotel and Spa will create even bigger and better facilities for the use of the hotel residents and residential owners.

Located only 2 miles to the East of the Historic city of Durham, Augusta, not only provides a country feel but has the benefit of excellent communication links via J62 of the A1(M) as well as train services on the east coast mainline from the city’s main train station for locations throughout the country. The Castle and Cathedral complex within the city have a World Heritage status and the city itself provides a delightful mix of shops and leisure facilities together with boating on the river and country walks, running and bridles paths dissecting the green open space and woodland seen in abundance all on your doorstep.

Developed in 2016 by the current owner occupiers, the house has been finished to an exceptionally high standard, seldom seen in a mansion which extends to over 7,500 sq ft of GIA. Not many homes in the North of England can boast to have a finish as exceptional as this. The extensive plot also provides plenty of car parking (up to 8/10 vehicles) to the front elevation accessed via remote gates to an expanse of block paving and to the garage. The extensive, professionally designed grounds, have matured over the period and, whilst not a necessity being next to a golf course, do provide a high degree of seclusion and privacy. Augusta boasts an interesting mix of soft and hard landscaping, immaculately kept lawns to the front and rear, whilst also providing perfect areas for relaxing and entertaining guests. The show stopping sunken sun terrace and seating area is exceptional and would not look out of place in a period country home, with glazed banister rails, illuminated stone steps and a bioethanol fuelled fireplace. This area must be seen to experience the quality of design and workmanship involved in creating it.

The house has been built to code 4 for sustainable homes and has achieved the highest A star rating. Double gas boilers provide the under-floor heating throughout all four levels of the property. Augusta includes a Denon multi-room audio system throughout every room and the outside terrace, an eleven camera Security/CCTV system and a wireless Heatmiser heating system, which can all be controlled via smartphone applications.

Internally, the house shows no signs of compromise on design, with large black ash double doors leading into an equally impressive central hallway. Adding to its grandeur, a sweeping, illuminated staircase spirals up throughout the property from all levels with a stunning, bespoke 16ft crystal chandeleir commanding its centre. The wall to ceiling glazed units to the rear of the hallway provide a considerable amount of natural light, along with the galleried landing above providing you with impressive views of the external gardens and sunken rear terrace. The home oozes luxury with every turn from the handmade, chrome inlayed ash pocket doors, contemporary crystal lighting with feature padded crushed velvet walls. Throughout the ground floor, the house enjoys an abundance of opulent lighting fixtures and fittings, a luxury kitchen with Silestone quartz worktops and fitted Fisher & Paykel appliances. A ‘secret cupboard’ within the kitchen leads you through to a spacious larder and utility room. The hallway also provides access to the formal lounge with feature padded walls and onto the children’s playroom, which then leads out onto a further terraced play area via sliding patio doors.

The first floor level consists of a generous master bedroom, with a relaxing sitting area, leading into the luxurious bathroom suite. The fully tiled bathroom boasts a grand double bath with hidden TV, waterfall shower and matching vanity areas. There are 2 further bedrooms on this level, both containing contemporary fitted furniture and spectacular en suites. The sweeping staircase continues up to bedrooms 4 and 5 at second floor level, both are currently fully fitted as individual his/hers dressing rooms, which could rival any high end boutique.

The stunning lower-level area is where the fun begins and is perfect for entertaining, the impressive hallway leads into a tranquil, fully tiled spa room, fitted with a large jacuzzi bath and separate shower/changing facilities. A family cinema room, complete with its own concession area, which could equal any Odeon cinema. A lavish, games room, complete with pool table, bespoke fitted bar and central seating area. An extensive, 6th bedroom with walk in wardrobe and en suite. Both the games room and guest bedroom have access to the outside sunken terrace area via the bi-fold doors.

Although Augusta is a modern day mansion, a great deal of care and attention has been given to ensure that the house is first and foremost a home. A true once in a lifetime opportunity to acquire one of the best houses to come available in the north east and one not to be missed.