Detached house for sale in Sidehead, Westgate DL13

Positioned in an enviable elevated position with breathtaking Southern views over Weardale, this exceptional 6 Bedroom Detached property is divided between a stunning 3 bed barn conversion and a further 3 bed cottage. From the high specification John Lewis kitchen to the wood effect uPVC windows throughout, this property exudes quality whilst retaining traditional charm and character. Perfect for multi-generational living or as a home-based holiday let business. The barn conversion constitutes the main house and in brief includes a huge living room flooded with natural light from a floor to ceiling window and offering fantastic countryside views, complete with high spec, modern multifuel stove and a mezzanine floor offering additional living space, a further snug/office beneath the mezzanine, a utility room and WC, a fantastic dining room, stunning kitchen diner and large pantry which links the kitchen and dining room together if desired. Rising via a half turn staircase to the first floor the main property benefits from 3 well appointed bedrooms, one with an en suite and a large, high speciation bathroom with underfloor heating.

Significant renovation works have been meticulously carried out to an immaculate standard by the current owners, offering a tranquil escape in a quiet rural location within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Furthermore 3 additional bedrooms, a bathroom, living room, and kitchen diner are all provided within a fully separated annexe cottage, providing an ideal option for multigenerational living, having family and friends to stay or even running a holiday let business on site as the current owners do.

Step outside into the beautiful gardens and be surrounded by tranquillity. Divided between the main house and annexe cottage, the South facing gardens offer spectacular views across Weardale. Enjoy multiple seating areas including a patio, decked seating area, and bench for sunset watching. With its rich history dating back to 1801 and a blend of modern amenities within a picturesque setting, this property offers a unique opportunity to embrace country living at its finest.

Agents Notes:

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  Water supply is provided by a private borehole which is located within the property boundary
  
  
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  Sewerage is via a private septic tank (installed 2021) which is also located within the property boundary
  
  
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  Mains electricity supply
  
  
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  Central heating - Oil (System boiler for main house and combi boiler for the annexe cottage)
  
  
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  Separate oil tanks for the main house and annexe cottage
  
  
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  Wood effect uPVC windows throughout
  
  
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  All internal doors wooden
  
  
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  Generator in situ which can be utilised via a switch in the event of a power cut
  
  
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  Planning permission in place for a double garage to be built to the side of the property
  
  

Location

Sidehead is a small rural hamlet positioned in an enviable elevated position above St Johns Chapel in Weardale, County Durham, it is situated within the North Pennines, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (aonb). The village of St Johns Chapel benefits from a small supermarket, cafe, pubs, a village hall and primary school. The area is hugely popular with walkers, cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts, as well as those just looking to get away from busy city life.

Entry & Hallway

(1.85m x 2.40m) + (1.01m x 1.33m)

- UPVC external door
- Accessible from the rear of the property
- Provides access to the inner hallway, utility/WC and living room
- lvt Flooring
- Large window facing west over garden and beyond
- Split level

Living Room (3.76m x 7.81m)

- Accessible via the hallway
- Provides access to the ground floor snug/office and a staircase to mezzanine office
- Wooden flooring
- Generously sized
- Dual aspect
- Floor to ceiling window facing west over garden with fantastic views beyond
- Modern multi fuel stove

Snug/Office (3.96m x 2.77m)

- Positioned at the Southern end of the property
- Accessible via the living room
- Dual aspect, with 2 windows facing South and 1 facing west, all with fantastic views
- Laminate flooring

Mezzanine Office (3.97m x 3.80m)

- Positioned at the Southern end of the property
- Accessible via a staircase rising from the living room
- Window faces South
- Carpet

Inner Hallway (2.55m x 1.69m)

- Positioned in the center of the property
- Accessible via the entrance hallway and providing access to the dining room, kitchen and the first floor via a half turn staircase
- lvt flooring
- Spotlights
- Wood panelled walls

Kitchen (4.19m x 4.36m)

- Positioned at the Western side of the property
- Accessible via the inner hallway and externally via a wood effect uPVC door
- Floor to ceiling windows/door facing South with fantastic views, plus 1 small window on the Western side west
- High spec, John Lewis kitchen
- Corian work surfaces
- esse multi fuel stove, oven and hob set in a stone and tiled fire place
- Double integrated electric oven
- Integrated induction hob
- Central Island with power and integrated storage
- Double seamless Corian sink
- Spotlights
- Modern vertical radiator
- Huge range of integrated storage units
- lvt flooring
- Provides access to the pantry

Pantry (2.38m x 1.51m)

- Positioned between the kitchen and dining room with doors at each end providing the option to openly link the 2 rooms
- lvt flooring
- Houses the water tank for the oil fired system boiler (for main house only)
- Plumbing for a dishwasher
- Integrated shelving
- Spotlights

Dining Room (4.92m x 4.73m)

- Positioned between the boot room and inner hallway
- Accessible via inner hallway and the pantry
- Dual aspect, with a floor to ceiling plus standard window located on both the Northern and Southern aspects, with the latter providing fantastic views
- Wooden flooring
- Decorative wooden panelled walls
- Spotlights

Landing (3.65m x 2.89m)

- A half turn staircase rises from the inner hallway to the first floor landing
- Provides access to 3 bedrooms and the main bathroom
- Small rooflight window
- Carpet
- Exposed beams
- Chrome switches and sockets

Bedroom 1 (3.81m x 4.35m)

- Large double bedroom
- En suite
- Positioned at the Western side of the property
- Accessible via the landing
- Dual aspect with a large window facing South with fantastic views and further window facing North
- Internal stained glass windows to stair well
- Exposed beams
- Wood panelled walls
- Carpet
- Chrome switches and sockets

En Suite (2.04m x 1.49m)

- Accessible via Bedroom 1
- Wooden door with frosted panes
- Wood floor
- Tiled walls
- Exposed beams
- Corner shower cubicle, fed from property's borehole supply

- WC

Bedroom 2 (5.12m x 2.74m)

- Good sized double bedroom
- Positioned in between the bathroom and bedroom 3
- Accessible via the landing
- Window faces North
- Carpet
- Exposed beams
- Chrome switches and sockets

Bedroom 3 (5.26m x 1.98m)

- Good sized single bedroom
- Positioned next to bedroom 2
- Accessible via the landing
- Window faces South with fantastic views
- Carpet
- Exposed beams
- Chrome switches and sockets

Bathroom (3.42m x 1.60m)

- Positioned next to bedroom 2
- Accessible via the landing
- Frosted window with tiled sill faces North, with the addition of a small rooflight window
- Fully tiled walls
- Tiled floor
- Underfloor heating
- Large walk in shower fed from property's borehole supply
- Hand wash basin with integrated storage
- Light up no steam mirror
- Radiator/towel rail
- Exposed beams
- Extractor fan

Utility Room And WC

(1.89m x 1.98m) + (0.71m x 1.90m)
- Positioned half way down (via steps) and accessible from the hallway
- Frosted window facing East
- lvt flooring
- Belfast sink
- Wall mounted storage units

- WC

Boot Room (1.14m x 4.97m)

- Positioned in between the main house and the annexe cottage
- uPVC external access doors with full glass panes to the front (North) and rear (South) of the property
- 2 internal storage cupboards (1 houses the 2 Electricity meters for the main house and annexe cottage, the other houses the oil fired combi boiler for the annexe cottage's central heating system)
- Vinyl floor
- Tiled walls
- Power sockets

Cottage Kitchen / Diner (3.88m x 5.25m)

- Positioned at the Eastern side of the property
- Accessible via a rear external door from the garden
- Dual aspect with 2 small windows facing North and a large window facing South, providing fantastic views
- Exposed beams
- Stone floor
- Wooden work surfaces
- Over/Under storage cabinets
- Belfast sink
- Tiles splashbacks
- Integrated electric oven and hob
- Plumbing for dishwasher and washing machine
- Ample space for dining table

Cottage Living Room (4.29m x 5.14m)

- Accessible via the cottage kitchen
- Large window facing South with fantastic views
- Wooden floor
- Exposed beams
- Log burner set in stone fireplace

Cottage Landing

(0.90m x 1.88m) + (0.91m x 1.35m) + (0.89m x 2.39m)
- A stair case rises to the first floor of the cottage
- Landing provides access to all 3 of the annexe cottage bedrooms and bathroom
- Carpet
- Attic hatch with pull down ladder (attic not boarded)

Cottage Bedroom 1 (4.30m x 3.21m)

- Good sized double bedroom
- Accessible via the annexe cottage landing
- Large window facing South with fantastic views
- Carpet
- Large inbuilt storage cupboard

Cottage Bedroom 2 (2.95m x 2.90m)

- Double bedroom
- Accessible via the annexe cottage landing
- Large window facing South with fantastic views
- Carpet

Cottage Bedroom 3 (3.33m x 1.77m)

- Single bedroom
- Accessible via the annexe cottage landing
- Large window facing North with pleasant views over fields
- Carpet

Cottage Bathroom (1.85m x 2.36m)

- Positioned next to bedroom 2 in the annexe cottage and accessible via the landing
- Small raised window with tiled sill facing North
- Fully tiled walls
- Vinyl floor
- Large shower cubicle with electric shower
- Hand wash basin
- Heated towel rail
- Extractor fan

Garden

- 2 large gardens largely laid to lawn and neatly apportioned to the main house and the annexe cottage with the main house acting as a divider between the two
- Both gardens are South facing with simply stunning views across Weardale
- Multiple seating areas in both gardens with a patio outside of the main house kitchen, a decked seating area to the Southern end of the property, and a bench facing South West which would be the perfect spot to watch the sun go down. On the annexe cottage side there are further seating areas in the form of a patio and raised deck.
- The South Eastern corner of the garden is home to the septic tank which is shared between both the main house and the annexe cottage
The Oil fired system boiler for the main house is also located externally.

Parking - Off Street

- Parking for at least 3 vehicles is provided at the front of the property
- Planning permission in place for a double garage to be built to the side of the property
- Current parking is divided between two distinct gravelled areas either side of the boot room entrance which can be used for both parts of the property, whilst the main house benefits from an additional side access gate.