BOLTON GARTHS FARM Evenwood Gate, Bishop Auckland

BOLTON GARTHS FARM Evenwood Gate, Bishop Auckland

BOLTON GARTHS FARM EVENWOOD GATE, BISHOP AUCKLAND, COUNTY DURHAM, DL14 9NT AN IMMACULATELY PRESENTED FIVE BEDROOM PERIOD FARMHOUSE SITUATED IN A RURAL SETTING SURROUNDED BY OPEN COUNTRYSIDE. BOLTON GARTH FARM BOASTS A WEALTH OF CHARM AND CHARACTER AND IS COMPLIMENTED BY A HOLIDAY COTTAGE, PADDOCK EXTENDING TO APPROXIMATELY 2.99 ACRES (1.21 HA), GARDENS AND A BLOCK PAVED DRIVEWAY. TOTAL PLOT SIZE APPROXIMATELY 3.71 ACRES (1.50 HA) Accommodation Entrance Hall Cloakroom/WC Snug Living Room Dining Room Kitchen Breakfast Room Rear Porch Further Cloakroom/WC Master Bedroom with Dressing Room and En-suite Bathroom Four Further Bedrooms House Bathroom Externally Mature Gardens Patio Area Block Paved Driveway Holiday Cottage Paddock Extending to Approximately 2.99 Acres (1.21 Ha) 12 The Bank, Barnard Castle, Co Durham, DL12 8PQ Tel: 01833 637000 Fax: 01833 695658 www.gscgrays.co.uk barnardcastle@gscgrays.co.uk Offices also at: Bedale Tel: 01677 422400 Hamsterley Tel: 01388 487000 Leyburn Tel: 01969 600120 Richmond Tel: 01748 829217 Stokesley Tel: 01642 710742

Situation & Amenities Bishop Auckland 6 miles, Barnard Castle 11 miles, Darlington 12 WEST PASTURE FARM miles, Durham 16 miles, Newcastle upon Tyne 31 miles, A1 (M) 10 miles, Durham Tees Valley Airport 19 miles. Please note all MICKLETON distances are approximate. The property is ideally situated for easy access to the local towns of Darlington, Bishop Auckland and Barnard Castle; whilst the cities of Newcastle, Durham, York and Leeds are within easy reach. Main line train stations can be found at Darlington and Durham with International Airports at Durham Tees Valley, Newcastle and Leeds Bradford. The A1 (M) is easily accessible bringing many areas within commuting distance. Primary Schools can be found at Ramshaw and Ingleton. Secondary schools and a full range of national and local retailers at nearby Bishop Auckland. For sporting enthusiasts, golf courses can be found at Bishop Auckland, Barnard Castle, Headlam and Darlington with Horseracing at Catterick, Ripon, York, Wetherby and Sedgefield. Description Bolton Garths Farm is an immaculately presented five bedroom period farmhouse believed to date back to approximately 1630 and offering a wealth of characterful features such as exposed timber beams and fireplaces with log burning stoves. This family home is situated in a rural setting approximately 0.5 miles from the main road giving a tranquil feel to the location. The property benefits from lawned gardens at the front and side elevation, patio providing an Alfresco dining area, bespoke tree house, paddock with shelter extending to approximately 2.99 acres (1.21ha), block paved courtyard/driveway and a one bedroom holiday cottage. Accommodation Ground Floor A welcoming entrance hall with an entrance door to the front elevation, staircase to first floor, exposed timber beams and doors providing access to key reception rooms and cloakroom/wc. The snug incorporates a wood burning stove on a flagged hearth, exposed timber beams, exposed stone wall and window to front elevation. The living room is accessed through the snug and boasts an exposed brick inglenook fireplace with inset wood burning stove, exposed beams and dual aspect windows. The dining room is accessed off the kitchen via an open archway and comprises an inset log burning stove and exposed timber beams. The kitchen benefits from a comprehensive range of Oak wall and base units including an island unit with stainless steel sink incorporating rolled edge work surfaces. Also incorporated within the kitchen is a DeLonghi range style cooker, extractor fan and integrated dishwasher. The breakfast room is open plan to the kitchen with windows to rear elevation, exposed beams and central heating boiler. Beyond the kitchen there is a rear entrance hall which provides external access to both the front and rear of the property along with a further cloakroom/w.c. Accommodation First Floor The first floor landing, with Velux window, provides access to all bedrooms. The light and spacious master bedroom suite with exposed beams, trusses and dressing room enjoys views over the countryside and beyond. The en-suite bathroom comprises a four piece suite including a panelled bath, step-in shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin

and low level WC. There are a further four bedrooms which range in size, some with exposed timber beams and the majority of which have views over countryside. The house bathroom includes a four piece suite comprising a panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin, step-in shower cubicle, low level WC and a range of fitted wardrobes. Self Contained Holiday Cottage The property benefits from a one bedroom holiday cottage comprising a living room with a kitchen area, bedroom and bathroom. This added element gives a purchaser the possibility of potential for an income. Externally The total plot size of Bolton Garths Farm extends to approximately 3.71 acres (1.50ha). Gardens Mainly laid to lawn with walled and fenced boundaries and benefiting from countryside views. To the side of the property there is a patio area, an outbuilding providing useful storage, numerous areas for log storage and a spectacular bespoke tree house. Land Bolton Garths Farm is complimented by grass paddock with fenced boundaries extending to approximately 2.99 acres (1.21ha). A timber built shelter provides stabling for livestock and a stream provides a wildlife area. Tenure The property is offered Freehold with Vacant Possession upon Completion. Rights Of Way, Wayleaves and Easements The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of any right of way, wayleaves and easements or quasi easements which may exist across the holding. Local Authority Durham County Council Tel: 03000 26 00 00. Council Tax Band For Council Tax purposes the property is banded E. Viewings Strictly by appointment only via GSC Grays Tel: 01833 637000. Driveway The property is accessed via a shared driveway which leads into a block paved area. Garage A single detached garage is available on an annual lease. Services The property benefits from oil fired central heating, mains electricity, water is supplied by Northumbrian Water via a third party on a private billing agreement and drainage is to shared septic tank.

Holiday Cottage Energy Performance Certificate graph (above) Main House Energy Performance Certificate graph (above) DISCLAIMER NOTICE: PLEASE READ: GSC Grays gives notice to anyone who may read these particulars as follows: 1. These particulars, including any plan are a general guide only and do not form any part of any offer or contract. 2. All descriptions including photographs, dimensions and other details are given in good faith but do not amount to a representation or warranty. They should not be relied upon as statements of fact and anyone interested must satisfy themselves as to their corrections by inspection or otherwise. 3. Neither GSC Grays nor the vendor accept responsibility for any error that these particulars may contain however caused. 4. Any plan is for layout guidance only and is not drawn to scale. All dimensions, shapes and compass bearings are approximate and you should not rely upon them without checking them first. 5. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good condition / repair or otherwise, nor that any services or facilities are in good working order. Please discuss with us any aspects that are important to you prior to travelling to the view the property. Particulars written: March 2013. Photographs taken: Internal photographs taken March 2013. Main external photograph and holiday cottage photograph provided by the vendor. All other external photographs taken by the vendor June 2013. www.gscgrays.co.uk