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Property description & features

  • Three Bed Farmhouse
  • Two Holiday Lets
  • Existing Diversified Income
  • Circa 12.20 Land
  • Small Holding
  • Buildings
  • Accessible Location
  • Well Maintained Property
LOCATION Greenfield Farm is situated within the stunning North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The nature of the property offers the perfect rural idyll with breath-taking views and scenery, all of which can be enjoyed with the benefit of an easy commute from the major regional centres and their associated transport networks.

The property is within 2 miles of the A68 ensuring it is highly accessible. Durham and Newcastle are within 15 and 31 miles respectively whilst Consett is within 7 miles. Consett offers a range of local shops as well as national supermarkets, a full range of professional and health services and schooling for all ages.

The property and the current holiday lets are ideally located to capitalise on the local tourism market. Derwent Water, Durham City and Weardale offer immediate local attractions whilst the Tyne Valley (19 miles), Kielder, Hadrian's Wall and the Scottish Borders are also highly accessible.  

DESCRIPTION Greenfield Farm is located in a stunning rural location and, whether as a whole or in individual lots, would suit a variety of purchasers. It is currently a productive commercial farm which benefits from an existing diversified income. The option of Lot 1 offers a property with significant lifestyle, equine/smallholder appeal complemented by a diversified income.

The property benefits from three residential properties, one of which is a modern three-bedroom farmhouse with the other two currently being holiday cottages. These holiday lets are hugely popular and significant income is generated; with £25,170 being taken from 22/04/2021 to 09/12/21.

The cottages have an open planning consent thus their use is not restricted. Therefore, the option for standard lettings is there, whilst also there is the potential to extend the family home into the adjoining cottages.

The properties are finished to an immaculate standard both inside and out. The recently added porches are an immediate example and testament to quality of the properties.

The property is complemented by a useful farm steading, central to which is a large multipurpose agricultural building (approx. 6,330 ft²). Currently the shed is used for cattle housing however its size and nature would suggest multiple uses, such as storage and/or stabling. The steading is well located on the property with easy access from the main road and the surrounding land. 

The Old Farmhouse The first of three conversions, it is well presented throughout. The conversion, as with all three, has been well thought out, with restorations and extensions carried out with modern family living at the forefront of the renovators' mind.

On the ground floor the primary entrance leads to a reception hall with stairs to the first floor immediately in front. From the hall and to the left is a spacious and light living room which benefits from a mix of modern and traditional design; features such as reclaimed stone and a multi fuel stove set within an inglenook fireplace add hugely to the character of the property. Window seats upon stone sills allow the full benefit of the southern facing views to be enjoyed.

Adjacent to the hall lies the dining room which benefits from a dual aspect windows and oak effect flooring. From the dining room there is a recently added sunroom. The sunroom faces east yet has a triple aspect, as a result benefiting from spectacular views. French doors from the sunroom lead onto a terrace and lawned garden, all of which are ideal for entertaining and/or enjoying the peace and quiet of the area. Within the garden is a new summerhouse which provides ideal space for relaxation and entertaining whilst enjoying the fabulous views.

The kitchen is located to the rear of the property and has recently been refurbished to include new quartz (granite) worktops with integrated appliances. In addition, there is a Belfast sink with a mixer tap and drainer unit, and wooden units. There is a feature tiled inglenook with an electric Aga within.

The kitchen is complemented by an adjacent utility room which boasts a porcelain Belfast sink and a further range of useful base units. Adjacent to the utility room is a downstairs toilet which includes a small hand basin, from the utility room there is access to the rear courtyard and if required the steading facilities.

On the first floor there are three double bedrooms, all of which are well proportioned, light and feature fitted wardrobes.

The master bedroom benefits from spectacular south facing views and an en-suite bathroom which includes a shower, WC and wash hand basin. Aside from the en-suite there is a family bathroom which boasts a modern white suite including WC, his and hers bowl sinks on an oak vanity unity with freestanding taps, a freestanding bath, and a shower. 

The Byre Situated in the middle of the three residential properties and is currently a successful holiday let albeit not restricted to such a use. There is spacious living accommodation throughout the property with three bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs, one of which is en-suite, whilst on the ground floor there is a kitchen, utility room and living/dining room.

The property benefits from an open plan living/dining area, within which is a wooden staircase. The living room includes an exposed stone inglenook fireplace with an electric log effect burner within.

The kitchen is located to the rear of the property, it is fitted with a range of cream farmhouse style floor and wall mounted units finished with contrasting laminated worktops which house a stainless steel sink and drainer unit. There is an electric cooker and space for another freestanding unit if so wished.

Accessible from the kitchen is a fully fitted utility room. Access is also available to the rear of the property from the utility room whilst it is also adjacent to a downstairs WC.

The first floor comprises three bedrooms, one of which is en-suite. Like the farmhouse, all of the bedrooms are doubles, are light and well-proportioned and include fitted wardrobes. The bathrooms have been tastefully done, with an excellent finish. The main bathroom includes a WC, wash basin, double ended bath and double shower cubicle, whilst the en-suite has a WC, basin and shower cubicle.  

Curlew Cottage Curlew Cottage is a well apportioned one-bedroom cottage and an ideal holiday Let.

Upon entering the cottage from the side of the property, you are met by an impressive open plan kitchen/living room. The kitchen includes a full range of grey farmhouse style base units which extend into a breakfast bar. The worktops are finished with a wooden effect laminate and incorporate a stainless steel sink complete with a mixer tap and drainage unit. Integral appliances include an electric oven and a two ring hob.

The open plan nature of the property is perfect for modern living which is further complemented by the spotlights which ensure

the space is well lit and light.

Modern tastes are also evident in the bespoke staircase with an oak banister and spotlights recessed within the plinths. The stairs lead to the first floor where there is a well-proportioned bedroom which includes a Juliette balcony and an en-suite bathroom benefiting from a WC, wash basin and double shower cubicle.

There is the potential to extend Curlew Cottage with planning permission granted for such an extension, however interested parties are encouraged to make their own enquires into this. 

LOTTING The property is offered for sale as a whole or in two lots. Further lotting may be considered if appropriate. Enquires relating to subdividing the lots are encouraged to be made early to the selling agent.

Lot 1 includes the three residential properties, the steading and approximately 4.94 (12.20 ac) of land and is shaded red on the sale plan. It is an ideal size for a smallholder/lifestyle purchaser who may wish to acquire a stunning country property with the benefit of the availability of a diversified income.

Lot 1 includes a modern agricultural building which would make ideal stabling if American style barns were to be inserted. The land available provides ideal turnout facilities.

Lot 2 comprises 39.21 ha (96.88 ac) of bare pastureland as shaded blue on the sale plan. The land has been well farmed and is productive. The land is ring fenced, with all the fields accessible via the main road or an unmade track. It represents an ideal opportunity for a purchaser wishing to acquire accessible bare land. Given the lands accessibility and size, Lot 2 would suit an existing farmer who may wish to add to their holding, however equally it may suit a forester and/or environmental investor.

It will be for the purchaser of Lot 2 to ensure the fence between points A and B on the sale plan is stockproof within six weeks of completion of the sale of Lot 2.  

TENURE Freehold with vacant possession on completion. 

SERVICES The property is served by a private water supply and mains electricity. The residential properties share a private septic tank.

The Old Farmhouse and The Byre are heated via an oil-fired central heating system. Curlew Cottage is heated via a Farho intelligent heating system. 

BASIC PAYMENT SCHEME The land has been registered for Basic Payment Scheme purposes. The vendors reserve the right to take the Lump Sum Exit Scheme. Depending on whether this is taken, the vendors will include a proportion of entitlements in the sale. Any transfer of entitlements will be handled by YRPS. The cost of such transfer(s) will be borne by the purchaser(s), the cost being £300 plus VAT per transfer.

The payment for the current scheme year shall be retained by the vendor in full and the purchaser will indemnify the vendor against any penalties imposed following completion until the end of the claimed scheme year.  

ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMES The land is subject to a countryside stewardship agreement, although we understand there is no obligation to take this on. 

EASEMENTS & WAYLEAVES The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, water, drainage, water courses, light and other easements, quasi or reputed easements and rights of adjoining owners (if any) affecting the same and all matters registerable by any competent authority pursuant to statute. 

MINERAL & SPORTING RIGHTS The mineral rights are reserved to a third party whilst the sporting rights are included within the sale. 

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE The Old Farmhouse is rated 'D'. 

Curlew Cottage is rated ‘D’.  

The Byre is rated ‘C’.  

AREAS The areas have been assessed in accordance with Ordnance Survey data and interested parties should satisfy themselves in this regard. 

MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS The purchaser(s) will be required to comply with Money Laundering Regulations. 

LOCAL AUTHORITY  

Durham County Council.  

VIEWING Viewing is by appointment. Selling agent, Harry Morshead. 

Tel: 01434 609000  

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