An impressive semi detached cottage with four double bedrooms and a newly added orangery. Well established gardens and off road parking for two vehicles, along with large garage.

Dating back to the 1700’s, Garden Cottage is a well presented stone built cottage which boasts four double bedrooms, flexible living accommodation throughout and is filled with an abundance of charm and character. Featuring well established gardens stocked with a range of mature shrubbery and flowery borders, this superb property also offers a large garage, along with off road parking and is located in a desirable location.

The main entrance is to the front of the property which leads into a small entrance vestibule and is ideal for the removal of coats and boots. Located to the right hand side is the spacious dining room which benefits from exposed beams to the ceiling and is a light and airy space courtesy of a dual aspect to the front and rear.

From the dining room lies the living room which boats exposed beams to the ceiling, along with two timber double glazed windows facing the front aspect, enjoying views of the well presented gardens and a single double glazed frosted window facing the rear. The focal point of the room is the impressive period fireplace with a cast iron grate, tiled inset and hearth with coal fire.

Leading back to the dining room a hardwood door leads into the bespoke shaker style kitchen which offers tiled flooring throughout, a exposed feature wall and a range of base and wall mounted storage units. Benefitting from Beachwood work surfaces which incorporate a Belfast sink and drainer unit with mixer taps over, this well presented room also offers integral appliances including a gas oven with gas hob and extractor hood over, dishwasher and integrated larder fridge. There is space for free standing appliances and also a dining table, as well as access to the orangery which is UPVC double glazed constructed and is fully insulated with exposed stone walls, spot lights to the ceiling and double doors leading to the front gardens. From the orangery there is access to the well proportioned garage which benefits from a separate WC and would make an ideal workshop or storage space, along with access to the rear.

Returning to the entrance vestibule stairs rise to the landing which has a two timber double glazed windows and provides access to the first floor accommodation. The master bedroom is a good sized double which is located to the rear of the property and benefits from a flexible space which could be utilised as a dressing area. Benefiting from dual aspect to the side and rear, this generous room also benefits from built in storage cupboards.

The second bedroom is also a good sized double which enjoys views over the front gardens via a timber double glazed window and offers fitted wardrobes and en-suite facilities which is fitted with a white suite and comprises of a corner shower cubicle with sliding glass doors and is mains fed shower. The room also benefits from a wash hand basin set upon a pedestal with feature waterfall tap, a low level WC and the walls are tiled to splash back areas.

The third and fourth bedroom are both doubles and are situated to the front benefiting from timber double glazed windows. Bedroom three benefits from fitted wardrobes and is serviced by a private WC with decorative blue glass wash hand basin, heated towel rail and is tiled to splash back areas.

The family bathroom is fitted with a white suite comprising of an oversized panel enclosed bath, along with a mains fed power shower, low level WC and a wash hand basin set upon a pedestal. Featuring splash back tiling areas and panelling to half height, this well presented space also benefits from an opaque timber double glazed window, built in shelving unit with lighting and a timber framed door allowing access to the linen cupboard.

Externally
To the front of the property are well established, private lawned gardens which are wall enclosed and stocked with a range of mature shrubbery and flowering borders such as roses and a willow tree, as well as a pleasant patio area which is an ideal space for entertaining. There is parking for one vehicle, along with access through timber arched double doors to the garage. This was formally an old coach house and is a excellent space benefitting from workshop facilities such as work benches and shelving, along with a separate WC and plumbing for a washing machine. There is also parking for one vehicle to the rear of the property.

Notes
1. The property has access over the front of Golden Lion Cottage.
2. The property benefits from gas central heating.
3. There are double glazed windows throughout.
4. We understand that the access to the property is via an unadopted road.

Energy Performance Certificate
This property is currently rated a “D”

Directions
The property is located opposite to the market place, proceeding down a public access path along side the Black Bull Pub and passing The Weardale Practice. The property is located on the left hand side over Golden Lion Cottage.

Wolsingham is a picturesque commuter market town situated approximately 14 miles west of Durham, set within the heart of a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and is popularly known as “The Gateway to Weardale”. The settlement itself dates back to the Saxon era and retains many points of historical interest; the current town is predominantly situated within a conservation area, with many period properties thus the traditional charm is retained.

The village strikes an ideal balance between the desirable life-style situation, benefiting from a tranquil, relaxed, semi-rural location with numerous outdoor pursuits readily on hand and the fantastic backdrop of the surrounding fells and moorland, together with the accessible location meaning that the dynamic city attractions of both Durham and Newcastle are within a short travelling distance. International Airports at both Newcastle and Durham Tees Valley offer both national and international travel and are both accessible within one hour’s drive. Mainline railway links are also available within the locality, meaning that the village is ideally suited for the commuter. Those seeking the ideal balance between trappings of modern life and the peaceful pace of the Dales will find Wolsingham an ideal location to enjoy.