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Shared ownership
£161,000

2 bedroom semi-detached bungalow for sale

Merlin Drive, Barnard Castle DL12
EV charger
Added today
Semi-detached bungalow
2 beds
1 bath
678
EPC rating: B
Added today

Key information

TenureFreehold
Council taxBand TBC
BroadbandUltra-fast 1800Mbps *
Mobile signal
EEO2ThreeVodafone

Features and description

  • 70% Shared Ownership
  • Two Bedroom Bungalow
  • Immaculately Presented
  • Driveway
  • Enclosed Rear Garden
  • Popular Location
  • Early Viewing Is Advised
  • Gas Central Heating

Addisons are pleased to offer to the market this immaculately presented, two-bedroom bungalow with parking and garden, situated within the highly popular Ashtree Park development on the outskirts of Barnard Castle.

This wonderful property is available to purchase under a 70% shared ownership scheme, with rent payable on the remaining 30% ( totalling £173.15), making it a fantastic opportunity for first time buyers or those looking to downsize.

Properties of this standard are rarely available, and early viewing is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.

The property benefits from gas central heating and double glazing throughout and briefly comprises, Entrance Hall, Living/Dining Kitchen, Two Bedrooms and Bathroom. Externally there is a driveway with off road parking for two cars and enclosed garden.

Barnard Castle is a thriving market town situated in the picturesque Teesdale Valley. The town has a great range of local amenities including local and independent shops, café, restaurants, post office and doctors' surgery. The town is also conveniently located for access to the A66 and on to the A1.


Rooms

ACCOMMODATION

Hallway
With partially panelled walls and laminate flooring, which continues through to the living/kitchen area. Featuring a radiator, Hive heating thermostat, doors leading the accommodation, storage cupboard with shelving, and loft access to a fully insulated, partially boarded loft.

Open Plan Living/Dining/Kitchen
An open plan living/dining kitchen area featuring illuminated alcoves with shelving and storage, and radiator. The kitchen benefits from an excellent range of wall and base units with contrasting work surfaces, a gas hob with extractor hood above, electric double oven, and integrated fridge freezer, washing machine, and dishwasher. Further features include under cabinet lighting, a stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer, and a cupboard housing the central heating boiler. Windows to a dual aspect provide plenty of natural light, with French doors opening onto the garden. The kitchen area also offers ample space to accommodate a dining table and chairs.

Bedroom One
Situated to the front elevation with windows to dual aspect, fitted sliding door wardrobes with hanging rail, and radiator.

Bedroom Two
Situated to the front elevation with window and radiator.

Bathroom
Panelled bath with rainfall shower overhead, vanity sink unit with storage below, wc, towel radiator, extractor fan and partially tiled walls.

EXTERNALLY
To the front of the property is a driveway with EV charger providing off road parking for two cars. The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with patio seating area and side gate, the garden is fully enclosed with fenced and stone wall boundaries.

PRICE
£161,000 at 70% Ownership.

SHARED OWNERSHIP
Applicants will need to meet the criteria set out by the management company.After four weeks of marketing under the shared ownership scheme the property will be available to purchase at 100% for £230,000.

VIEWING
Strictly via appointment through the selling agents.

Property Information
Service Charge- A service charge will become payable upon completion of the development to cover the maintenance of communal areas and shared access roads. The amount is yet to be confirmed.Title Number(s)- Freehold- DU394286, Leasehold- DU394287Tenure- 70% Freehold, 30% LeaseholdLeasehold- 999 years starting on 23 June 2023. Lease Term Remaining 997 yearsLocal Authority- DurhamCouncil Tax Band B Annual Price: £1,984Conservation Area - NoFlood Risk- Very lowMobile coverage- EE, Vodafone, O2Broadband- Basic16 Mbps, Superfast 61 Mbps, Ultrafast1800 MbpsSatellite / Fibre TV Availability- BT & SkyParking- Driveway Covenants and EasementsThe property is subject to restrictive covenant(s) and/or easement(s) that will need to be verified by the seller's solicitor. SurveyWe have not undertaken a survey of the property and therefore are unable to comment on its structural condition.

BROCHURE
Photographs and details taken January 2026.

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Addisons - Barnard Castle
Addisons - Barnard Castle
13 Galgate Barnard Castle, County Durham DL12 8EQ
01833 314038
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Starting out over 100 years ago by Thomas Addison himself, we are the longest-serving Chartered Surveyors in the Barnard Castle area. Serving the immediate and surrounding dales, we’ve been providing honest and actionable guidance on property, agriculture, and valuations since the early 1900’s. Where do we serve? While we’re based in Barnard Castle, our reach extends far beyond the local area. In fact, not only do we serve the surrounding dales, but we have clients across the entire North East of England, lending a helping hand to clients in County Durham, Cumbria, North Yorkshire, Northumberland, and everywhere in between. No matter where you are, we guarantee a professional and personal approach, always keeping your best interests at heart. How do we do it? BY COMBINING TRADITIONAL VALUES WITH A MODERN APPROACH We love our customers, and our market-leading estate agency software helps us streamline our service and provide the very best for you. BY EMBRACING TECHNOLOGY We help you create a strong online presence, so your property can make an impact digitally. Using the biggest websites available, we give you the best chance of getting your property seen and sold. BY GETTING THE BEST OUT OF OUR TEAM Whether it’s our professional sales team or our team of extensively experienced surveyors, we make sure our staff are the best they can be, so you can get the best out of your property. BY UPLOADING STRICT STANDARDS Standards are important, which is why we’re fully registered with the RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors), the NAEA (National Association of Estate Agents), as well as the Ombudsman Services. WE’RE ALSO PASSIONATE ABOUT OUR LOCAL AREA… Which is why we’ve established Addisons Community Initiative – to sell the area you want to sell your property in. This means celebrating and collaborating with the fantastic local schools, businesses, and organisations we have in the Barnard Castle area.
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