5 bedroom country house

Accommodation in Brief

Fir Tree Farm Bungalow

Entrance Hall | Sitting Room | Dining Room | Kitchen | Utility Room | Sun Room | Swimming Pool | Gymnasium | Shower Room | Plant Room | Principal Bedroom with En-suite Bathroom | Three Further Bedrooms with En-suite Facilities | Cloakroom/WC

Office Suite

Entrance Hall & Inner Hall | Meeting Room | Three Ground Floor Offices | Kitchen | Shower Room | WC | Two First Floor Offices | Comms/Data Room

Garaging & Annexe Guest Accommodation

Two Double Garages | Bedroom | Kitchen | Bathroom

Externally

Paddock | Woodland | Planning Permission for Stable Block | Tennis Court Foundation | Around 14.4 Acres in All

The Property

Fir Tree Farm offers a rare opportunity to secure a lifestyle and business property in a highly desirable location. This impressive compact estate encompasses a substantial detached bungalow with a luxurious leisure suite including a swimming pool and gymnasium, a detached modern office suite, extensive garaging and guest annexe accommodation. A request has been approved by Durham County Council for a change of use for the offices if required; this opens up the opportunity to create an additional dwelling and greatly expand on the living accommodation.

The property sits in around 14.4 acres in all, including formal gardens, a paddock of around 8.4 acres and woodland of around 4.4 acres. In addition, planning permission has previously been granted for the construction of a stable block with six stables, tack room and store (Durham County Council planning ref. DM/16/01065/FPA). Although this planning has lapsed, interested parties may wish to explore reapplying for planning; the stables and paddock would combine to create a wonderful equestrian setup.

Fir Tree Farm Bungalow

The bungalow has been updated and upgraded over time by the current owners and today offers well-presented accommodation with the huge benefit of single storey access throughout. The expansive sitting room is filled with natural light from the triple aspect and overlooks the paddock and sweeping countryside to the south. The dining room has external access through patio doors and a lovely brick archway provides an open flow to the country style kitchen. The kitchen is further served by a useful utility room. A central hallway runs through the bungalow with all the bedroom accommodation off. The superb principal bedroom has an abundance of fitted storage and a well-appointed en-suite bathroom. There are three further bedrooms, all of which benefit from their own en-suite facilities.

A pleasant sunroom leads onwards to the fantastic leisure suite. The gymnasium connects via full height glazed sliding doors to the gorgeous, heated swimming pool which measures 12m x 6m, with a maximum depth of 2.4m. The saline pool has a glass filtration system and is heated by two air to water heat pumps, using the natural warmth of the air to generate the comfortable temperatures for the water and pool hall. The leisure suite has a shower room tucked in the corner of the gymnasium.

Office Suite

The office suite is a detached two storey building positioned to the west of the bungalow. Constructed in 2012, this modern building has been designed to complement the appearance of the bungalow. The ground floor has a large main office with dual aspect and two further office rooms to one side, with a generous meeting room at the other end. There is also a well-equipped kitchen, a shower room and a separate WC serving the offices. On the first floor there are another two large office rooms and a comms/data room. The elevated position gives the first floor offices wonderful panoramic views.

Garaging & Guest Annexe Accommodation

Adjoining the office suite is the four-car garage with vast space accessed via two double roller doors. There is ample additional parking for numerous vehicles, and more than enough to accommodate both the office suite and the bungalow.

Positioned above the garaging is the guest annexe comprising a light and airy bedroom, a fully stocked kitchen and a bathroom. This is perfect for use in conjunction with the office suite.

Local Information

Fir Tree Farm is located close to the desirable and affluent market town of Sedgefield in peaceful open countryside. The town benefits from a range of independent retailers, public houses and excellent dining opportunities. There is a thriving and active Community Association with numerous clubs and societies available for all interests. The surrounding area is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and there ae several golf clubs within easy reach.

Nearby towns such as Newton Aycliffe and Bishop Auckland provide a variety of professional, retail and recreational services. Durham and Darlington city centres, are also within easy reach, providing comprehensive cultural, educational and shopping facilities. The property is well-placed for the Durham Dales and both the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks.

For schooling there is Sedgefield Primary School, whilst Sedgefield Community College is rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted. There are further primary schools and secondary schools available in the surrounding villages and towns. There are several private schools available in nearby Durham, Yarm, Barnard Castle and Newcastle.

For the commuter the A1(M) provides easy access to the major regional centres of Teeside, County Durham and North Yorkshire. East Coast mainline rail services are available from Darlington and from Newcastle there are links to all areas of the UK. For air travel both Teeside International Airport and Newcastle International Airport and are within easy reach.

Approximate Mileages

A1 (M) Junction 60 1.3 miles | Sedgefield Town Centre 2.2 miles | Darlington City Centre 11.3 miles | Durham City Centre 11.5 miles | Teesside International Airport 12.6 miles | Newcastle City Centre 27.6 miles | Newcastle International Airport 33.9 miles

Services

Mains electricity, backed up by an on-site standby Power Generator. Mains water and drainage. Oil-fired central heating. Air to water heat pumps for swimming pool and pool hall.

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way

The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.

Agents Note to Purchasers

We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval.

Submitting an Offer

Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed.