The prospects for a bright and happy future in Lanchester, one of Durhams finest villages. come with this property that has potential for a home and business or multigenerational living for all the family.
The four-bedroom, four reception room Prospect House, which is accessed by a private, gated entrance, comes with an adjoining three-bedroom cottage that is currently run as a successful and popular holiday let. It could, of course, provide a home for elderly parents or equally help to get younger family members on the housing ladder.
For those looking to work and play from home, perhaps seeking a gym, office, playroom or cinema room there is potential to use the space above the double garage which is fitted out ready to go.
A period property with history transcending several centuries. The property is a substantial grade II listed solid stone building with a stone flagged roof laid out in the Georgian style. It is full of character, charm and period features offering spacious and versatile accommodation.
A central hallway runs from the front to the rear of the house as do the lounge and sitting room which have been opened up to provide a large and comfortable family and entertaining space. An attractive orangery has been built-on extending this space even further and giving access to the beautiful, mature gardens.
The kitchen, which is fitted with pear wood cabinets has slate flooring and centre island with granite breakfast bar , is to the front and has a practical, fitted utility and boot room next door. There is a separate dining room with feature fire surround and a perfect room for more formal entertaining.
Upstairs there are four double bedrooms of a similar, generous size, two with fitted wardrobes and a fully tiled family bathroom with shower. The master suite boasting a dressing room, en-suite shower room and linen store.
Externally there are private, established and secluded gardens with mature shrubbery and various seating areas.

Prospect Cottage - The charming cottage is spacious with good accommodation including a living room with separate dining room with patio doors to the rear courtyard, a fitted dining kitchen with an island and a ground floor shower room .
There are three double bedrooms and a family bathroom tiled in Travertine stone on the first floor. Joined to the main house but with a separating stone wall, the cottage has its own pretty garden to the front as well as the rear courtyard with private outdoor seating area.
The shops, pubs and services of attractive Lanchester are just a five-minute walk away from Prospect House in the heart of the village , while historic city of Durham with its UNESCO World Heritage Site cathedral and castle, river, leisure facilities, shopping and restaurants is eight miles away.
A beautiful drive through Weardale takes you to the North Pennines area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. To the north, the Riverside Durham County Cricket Ground features international and test matches and beyond is Newcastle and the spectacular Northumberland coastline.

Location:- - Durham aprox. 8 miles; Newcastle aprrox. 14 miles.
Lanchester has a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants and renowned schools The surrounding countryside is superb for walking - the Lanchester Valley Walk runs the course of a disused railway line from Consett to Durham and is excellent for walkers or cyclists. With Durham City just 8 miles away, and Newcastle just 14 miles, there are many fantastic shopping opportunities within easy reach. An excellent base for Weardale and Teesdale, Cumbria and The Pennines, not to mention the historic Roman Wall Country together with the fabulous beaches and castles of the North Sea Coastline.
Easy for community North and South via the AIM motorway , Durham East Coast train line to Edinburgh, York and London, or by nearby airports within 40 minutes travelling distance provided by Newcastle International Airport and Durham Tees Valley.

Agents Notes: - * All main services
* Council Tax Band:- G
* Gas fired central heating via radiators in both properties.
* Freehold
* Exempt for EPC on Prospect House
* Prospect Cottage, EER

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