Sheraton House, Long Garth, Durham

Rarely does such an opportunity arise to purchase a substantial Period family home sat on a plot of approximately 0.65 acres.

The house represents a unique opportunity to potentially extend and modernise the existing property or subject to obtaining the relevant planning permissions seek permission to construct an additonal detached residence on the site. The house benefits from two separate vehicular access points meaning that any potential development would be self contained.

The existing property has been in the same family ownership for over 40 years and does require some updating but has a substantial floor plan comprising: entrance porch and hallway, cloakroom with low level wc, double aspect lounge and dining room, the lounge having two attractive bay windows overlooking different parts of the garden and a feature fireplace with electric stove, and the dining room has a feature fireplace and sliding patio doors giving access to a small sun porch overlooking the side garden. There is a good sized playroom which could be utilised for a multitude of different functions including a 5th bedroom or study. The kitchen/breakfast room has a range of floor and wall units with inset sink drainer unit, gas hob with extractor fan over and separate electric oven under, plumbing and space for dishwasher, under counter space for fridge and freezer and French doors opening through to the conservatory which overlooks the fabulous garden. There is a useful utility room with plumbing and space for washing machine and tumble dryer. To the first floor there are four double bedrooms, all of which have fitted wardrobes and the principal two bedrooms being double aspect offering different views of the garden. There are two bathrooms on the first floor both of which have suite's comprising low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin, panelled bath and separate shower cubicle. There is a large attic area that is boarded and has 3 Velux windows and could provide a great opportunity to allow for further development.

Externally, as previous eluded to, there is a fabulous and well established garden surrounding the property which could make a fabulous area for children to grow up in or could be developed, subject to obtaining the requisite planning permissions. There is vehicular access off the A(167) and also separate vehicle access to the rear via Long Garth itself and there is ample parking for a large number of vehicles. There are several brick outhouses providing additional storage.

Our clients have been in discussions with the local authority with regards to further development at a pre planning advisory level and they have intimated that the would likely support a planning application.

Whitesmocks is conveniently situated on the outskirts of the immediate City Centre where there are comprehensive shopping and recreational facilities and amenities available. It is within walking distance of Durham Johnston School and St Leonards Roman Catholic School and within a few minutes drive of St Margarets School and Nevilles Cross Primary School. It is also ideally placed for commuting purposes being adjacent to the A(167) Highway which provides good road links to both North and South.

MATERIAL INFORMATION:

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PART A

Local Authority – Durham County Council

Council Tax Band – G

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 – Mains ( not metered)

Sewerage – Mains

Heating – Gas fired central heating via radiators

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

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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 Durham City Article 4 Direction

Probate- the sale of the property is subject to obtaining probate

Rights & Easements- None

Flood risk – Rivers and seas: very low Surface water: very low

Coastal Erosion – N/A

Protected Trees - NA

Planning Permission – none

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

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

The information has been obtained from the seller and, where appropriate, from publicly available or other relevant sources, and has been compiled in good faith. Information supplied by third parties or external sources may be subject to change.

J W Wood is not qualified to provide legal, surveying, structural or other specialist advice. Where any information requires legal or technical interpretation, or where any matter is of particular importance to your decision to purchase, you should seek appropriate verification from your conveyancer, surveyor or other suitably qualified professional before committing to significant expenditure.

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