Offered for sale under the government Affordable Housing Scheme, this is an excellent opportunity to purchase a recently built high calibre Avant home at a fantastic price, discounted by 20% from its normal open market value. With a good-sized plot including a south-westerly facing back garden and block paved parking for two cars, this impressive semi-detached house is situated within this highly regarded Avant Homes development with excellent access throughout the North East via the nearby A1(M). Lying at the head of a cul de sac, the plot is a massive bonus, as it offers additional parking for several cars beyond the adjacent drive, and it has an open aspect beyond the south-facing back garden.

The hugely appealing design and layout feature high specification open plan living and are complemented by the stylish interior and the high standard of finishes provided within new Avant Homes. The kitchen and bathroom fittings are exceptional, and the kitchen comes with attractive contemporary units and integrated appliances. A particular feature of this superb design is the inclusion of wide bi-fold doors to the living room, which open onto the garden to the rear. The accommodation includes a hall, a well-equipped kitchen/dining room with an additional laundry room, a large cloakroom/wc and a full-width living room with bi-fold doors. On the first floor, there are two double bedrooms and a high calibre family bathroom/wc. It includes uPVC double glazing and a zoned heating system with a combination boiler and under-floor heating to the ground floor. Constructed in 2021, the house has the benefit of the remaining term of the ten year NHBC Warranty. At this amazing discounted price, early viewing is essential.

Hylands Close forms part of this prestigious Vanburgh Gate development by the award-winning nationwide housebuilder Avant Homes. It offers ready access to nearby Chester-le-Street and Birtley and is situated close to the Coast to Coast cycle route. Its location makes it ideal for those wishing to commute to Durham City, Gateshead, Team Valley, the Metro Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne and Sunderland, having immediate access to the A1M and A167.

Who can apply?

Anyone can make an application to check their eligibility to buy a DMS to the council. Only the council can confirm that you are eligible, however, sales teams and estate agents may advise you that you could be unsuccessful depending on your circumstances. The eligibility requirements for each site will differ, however, broadly you would need to meet the following criteria;

• As a household have an income of less than £80,000 per year

• Be legally allowed to own a property in the UK

• Have a local connection to County Durham through residency, employment or caring responsibilities

• Not own another property at the point of purchase (either in the UK or abroad)

• Be buying the house to live in it.

Further details of eligibility can be obtained from J W Wood and we recommend you check this before viewing.

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 – B

Tenure – Freehold

PART B

Property Type – End Terrace

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 unless otherwise indicated

Electricity supply – Mains

Water Supply – Mains, metered.

Sewerage – Mains

Heating – Gas boiler with 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

Parking- Off-street parking.

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 – None

Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register and a Transfer from Avant Homes (England) Limited dated 29th October 2021which are available for inspection. The Transfer also contains a provision for an annual Landscape Charge.

Selective licencing area – No

Article 4 Planning Restricted Area - No

Rights & Easements- None

Flood risk – Rivers and Seas: Very Low. Surface Water: High.

Coastal Erosion – N/A

Planning Permission – None current.

Accessibility/Adaptations – None

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 the 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 judgment 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.