Nestled along a pretty pedestrian lane just off the village green, one of the few remaining cobbled areas in the conservation village of Staindrop, this well-proportioned THREE BEDROOMED cottage, is a rare find. Deceptively spacious, and offering unique and characterful accommodation, the original part of the property dates back to the 1700's.

The property would suit a host of buyers - generous enough for a family home, or ideal for a holiday home or let.

Staindrop is a beautiful Teesdale village with established shops, including a Post Office and small supermarket, and well regarded primary and secondary schools. Regular bus routes service the village, and there is ease of access to Darlington, Durham City, and the market towns of Barnard Castle and Bishop Auckland via road links. The village also enjoys the benefits of living in close proximity to the Raby Castle Estate and visitor attraction. The local town of Barnard Castle with its independent shops, riverside walks and the renowned Bowes Museum is just 5 miles distant.

Teesdale is a truly remarkable area of quiet natural beauty, offering opportunities for walking, sailing and water sports, cycling and mountain biking, fishing and horse-riding, and with well commended pubs and restaurants for refreshment. Further afield, in all directions, other stunning locations can be reached by car within an hour: the Lake District; the Yorkshire Dales; the North York Moors; and the County of Northumberland.

The property is very well maintained and immaculately presented and very much in keeping with the country cottage feel,lots of storage space is available and the property is in ready to move into order. However, the potential is on offer to improve and modernise the accommodation to suit if required.

Warmed by gas central heating, the property is partial glazed and at a glance comprises of: Entrance porch opening into the Lounge and Dining Area which has an open plan staircase to the first floor. The kitchen comprises of a range of White Cabinets and has a Gas/Electric cooker point.

To the first floor there are THREE sizable bedrooms, bedroom two having a shower cubicle within the room. And in addition there is a family bathroom/WC.

Externally the property has a patio seating area to the front of the property which sits just in front of the kitchen window and is enclosed by a stone built wall and is a pleasant space in which to sit for a morning coffee or an evening wine. A huge benefit for those not wanting the commitment of large gardens or lawns to tend.

Viewing is highly recommended, as words cannot fully justify the homely, cosy feel of the home and the space that is on offer.

Entrance Vestibule - A cheery, smart wooden entrance door opens into the entrance vestibule, which in turn has a wooden door opening into the lounge and diner area.

Lounge/Dining Area - 6.48m x 4.78m (21'03 x 15'08 ) - A generous yet cosy space, well proportioned enough to accommodate ample soft seating, positioned just in front of the stone built fire surround with working fireplace. The layout of the room has easily allowed for designated dining space, which is accessed conveniently from the kitchen.

The two, single glazed wooden windows to the front allow for natural light to bathe the room, and the character of the room has been added with exposed beams to the ceiling.

The staircase leads to the first floor and there is access to the kitchen.

Kitchen - 2.82m x 2.44m (9'03 x 8'00) - Well planned to offer an ample range of wall, floor and drawer cabinets in white with matching work surfaces and an stainless steel sink unit. In addition there is a Gas/Electric cooker point and plumbing for an automatic washing machine.

The room has been finished with tongue and groove panelling to the walls with an accent wall of ceramic tiles. The floor has easily maintained and practical tiling. A double glazed wooden window overlooks the front aspect. Additional storage is provided by the useful walk in pantry.

First Floor -

Landing - The landing accesses the three bedrooms and the bathroom/WC. A bespoke bookcase offers practical storage.

Bedroom One - 5.36m x 2.64m (17'07 x 8'08) - The principal bedroom of the home has space to spare, easily accommodating a double bed. Light and airy, with a built in wardrobe and having a double glazed wooden window, enjoying lovely views over trees and gardens to the front aspect.

Bedroom Two - 3.76m x 3.23m (12'04 x 10'07) - Again, a well proportioned room. A purpose built bed frame is in position within the room and allows for a single bed to the room. In addition there is a built in single shower cubicle with a mains fed 'Mira' shower. Storage is provided by a built in wardrobe and a further built in airing cupboard, which houses the central heating water tank and immersion heater.

The room has a wooden double glazed window to the front aspect.

Bedroom Three - 2.92m x 2.72m (9'07 x 8'11 ) - The third bedroom is also of a good size, with a wooden double glazed window to the front aspect and built in wardrobe.

Bathroom/Wc - Fitted with a white suite to include a cast bath, WC and a ceramic handbasin. The room has crisp white tongue and groove panelling which has been complimented by the cool blue tones of the ceramic tiling. An easy maintained and practical floor finishes the room in a warm terracotta tone. The double glazed window over looks the front aspect.

Externally - The property has a enclosed forecourt to the front, which would allow for a bistro patio table. There are no other gardens with the property, and parking would be on the street at the end of the lane.