Detached Edwardian Farmhouse Occupying a Substantial Plot of Approximately 4 Acres Which Includes a Private Garden, Equestrian Arena, Three Large Paddocks, 6 Horse Covered Stable Block, 3 Horse Timber Block, Store & Offered to the Market with No Onward Chain!

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a delightful period farmhouse which is located close to Houghton-le-Spring. Over The Hill House, which has been in the ownership of the same family for many years, is ideally situated approximately 1 mile from the A19 and lies approximately halfway between both Sunderland and Durham City Centres and is also close to surrounding villages with their shops, public houses and local schooling.

Boasting close to 3,000 sq ft the internal accommodation briefly comprises: Lobby - Entrance hall with stairs to the first floor - Lounge with dual aspect, south facing walk-in bay window, fireplace with gas insert and fitted storage to the alcove - Dining room, again with walk-in bay window and dual aspect and fireplace - To the rear of the property is a sitting room/snug with dual aspect and wonderful open aspect views with a gas fireplace and two store cupboards - A well-appointed, re-fitted kitchen/breakfast room with tiled flooring, solid oak cabinetry, ‘AGA’ range cooker, integrated appliances, central island, granite work-surfaces and pantry cupboard - The rear lobby gives access to the utility room and a ground floor guest W/C with door to the rear.

The stairs to the first-floor lead to a generous split level landing with a stylish, re-fitted bathroom at the half-landing with four piece suite including walk-in shower - The main landing then leads onto four large double bedrooms and a second contemporary, re-fitted family bathroom with four piece suite which includes a substantial walk-in shower, dual ‘Laufen’ wash basin and window seat with views.

Externally, the property benefits from a generous detached, brick-built garage and workshop with wide electrically operated roller door together with a separate pedestrian access door leading to the side; it includes storage area, internal power and lighting. There is parking for several vehicles on the main driveway adjacent to the main entrance and a second driveway/courtyard at the rear and side of the house, again with parking for multiple vehicles.

The front garden is laid mainly to lawn with mature, well stocked borders. The side garden is part walled and part fenced with a raised and paved seating area with views of the arena.

The land, which offers three large paddocks/enclosures, extends to the North East & North West of the house. A detached and covered 6 horse stable block offers perfect facilities for those with equestrian interests and already provides automatic water troughs, tack room and is fully alarmed. A separate, timber three house stable block is located to the rear.

There is also a further opportunity for the next occupier to construct a separate annex/workshop/study (subject to planning) to the rear where there is already water, power and drainage.

Well-presented throughout, the property extends to around 4 acres in total, offering great conditions and facilities for equestrian sports and is a perfect opportunity for someone to create their own equestrian business whist being close to excellent transport links and amenities. Viewings are strongly recommended.