4 bedroom detached house for sale

Low Rowantree Farmhouse dates back to around 1800, and is located on an enviable position, surrounded by fields and fells that make up the North Pennines Area of Outstanding natural Beauty. Built in stone with walls that are in some cases over 12inches thick, the property has stood the test of time and will continue to do so. If you are looking for a private property, set in a tranquil and rural setting on a plot that measures just under a quarter of an acre, with the sound of the nearby stream trickling away, then this might just be your next home.

The electricity is connected to the mains supply however, should there be a power cut, then the property features an oil fired generator that will provide the power. The water comes from a natural spring, and the house is warmed by Oil fired central heating with a boiler and radiators in addition to the log burner in the living room.

The property has been refurbished and is now presented in a modern manner with a nod to the past and some features have been retained. The accommodation comprises of an entrance hallway with stone floor leading to the bathroom/laundry/boiler room which is located at the rear of the property, a larger than average double garage with store to the rear housing the generator. Moving through the house, the kitchen is up next featuring a selection of units for storage with worktops and lighting. The dining room is next and this in turn leads to the main reception room with dual aspect windows and views of the garden, as well as a feature wood burner located in the fireplace. From here the stairs lead up to the first floor where there are four bedrooms - all doubles - the master featuring fitted storage and ensuite facilities.

Externally there are gardens to three sides featuring a mix of a stone built woodstore, water feature, seating and sitting sections as well as grassed areas and mature trees and shrubs. There is a gravelled area leading up to the garage for secure off street parking.

The property lies a short distance from the village of St John's Chapel where there are a few local shops and facilities including a shop and Primary School rated Good by Ofsted. Stanhope lies around 7 Miles away by car and a wider selection of shops, amenities and facilities can be found here. Bishop Auckland lies 26 Miles by car.

Agents notes:
Council Tax band E
Tenure: Freehold
Electricity connected to Mains, Water comes from a natural Spring, Sewerage is a septic tank and Central Heating is oil fired.
Standard Broadband and Mobile Broadband Available
Good Coverage for O2, EE and Vodaphone Mobile phones
BT and Sky Satellite & Cable TV Available.