Spacious Detached Bungalow in Sought-After Semi-Rural Location!

Set within the rural village of Castleside, on the edge of the stunning North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this impressive four-bedroom detached bungalow offers generous and versatile single-storey living, ideal for families, downsizers, or those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle.

Extending to approximately 1,850 sq. ft., the property provides well-proportioned and flexible accommodation throughout. The internal layout briefly comprises a welcoming entrance hall, a spacious lounge featuring a charming multi-fuel burning stove, and a superb open-plan kitchen and dining area, perfect for modern living and entertaining. There are four bedrooms, a dedicated study ideal for home working, an en-suite shower room, and a contemporary family bathroom fitted in 2022.

The home further benefits from uPVC double glazing and gas central heating via a combination boiler installed in 2021, ensuring comfort and efficiency.

Externally, the property continues to impress with a large garage/workshop to the rear, extensive gated driveway and hardstanding providing ample off-street parking for multiple vehicles, and a garden with a patio area—ideal for outdoor relaxation and entertaining.

Conveniently positioned on Front Street (A68), the property offers excellent access to nearby Consett (approximately 2.5 miles), which provides a wide range of shops, schools, and amenities. The location also benefits from strong transport links to Durham, Hexham, and Newcastle, making it ideal for commuters while still enjoying a tranquil rural setting.

Agent Notes: The roof was renewed in 2017.

MATERIAL INFORMATION:

In compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material information in property listings Guidance

PART A

Local Authority – Durham County Council

Council Tax Band – D

Tenure – Freehold

PART B

Property Type – Detached

Property Construction – Standard

Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls

Gas Supply- Mains

Electricity supply – Mains

Water Supply – Metered

Sewerage – Mains

Heating – Gas fired central heating via radiators and multi fuel burning stove

Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website - https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/mobile-coverage

Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website – https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/broadband-coverage

Parking- Driveway & Garage

Items to be removed- ALL MOVABLE FURNITURE, RUGS/CARPETS, CURTAINS, LIGHT FITTINGS

Items to remain - KITCHEN CABINETS, FITTED WARDROBES, WASHING MACHINE AND DISHWASHER

PART C

Building Safety – (The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm)

Restrictions – Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection.

Selective licencing area – NO

Article 4 Planning Restricted area – the property is subject to Article 4 Direction

Conservation Area – No

Rights & Easements- NONE

Flood risk – Rivers and seas: Very Low Surface water: Very Low

Coastal Erosion – N/A

Protected Trees – N/A

Planning Permission – There are no current planning applications in the locality that we are aware of. Or planning details that are known

Accessibility/Adaptations – The property has not been altered for accessibility

Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area, further searches may be required.

No other Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor. This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing. However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.

Furthermore, J W Wood are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed. If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you, please do seek verification from a legal advisor before committing to expenditure.

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