Potters Cross Farm Cottage
Butterknowle, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL13 5JZ
Guide Price
£625,000
Residential Tags: N/A
Property Tags: Equestrian
Land Tags: Fishing Rights and Lakes, Paddock, Pasture Land
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Sep 2022
- Removed: Nov 2022
- Residential Tags: N/A
- Property Tags: Equestrian
- Land Tags: Fishing Rights and Lakes, Paddock, Pasture Land
A beautifully presented detached family home set within 2.93 Hectares (7.24 Acres) boasting extensive gardens and stabling located in a private, idyllic and peaceful setting on the outskirts of Butterknowle.
The Property
Potters Cross Farm Cottage is approached via an access track with a gate allowing access into the premises.
Entering the property through the front door into the entrance hallway there are doors radiating to the ground floor living accommodation and to the ground floor WC with electric shower and wash hand basin.
From the hallway there is a step up into the dining room which is a large and very spacious ’L’ shaped room with a dual aspect to the rear of the property and across to the garden. The room can accommodate large dining furniture along with additional furnishings. There is also a useful under stair cupboard perfect for storage.
From the dining room doors open to the kitchen which has been recently fitted having a range of wall and base units with chrome details and has fitted appliances including a single oven with hob and extractor fan over, fridge-freezer and dishwasher. There is also an Esse range cooker which fires the central heating for the property. The kitchen sink enjoys a view out to the garden and a door also opens to a fully glazed porch providing a second entrance to the property which has a tiled floor and has plumbing for a washing machine and space for further white goods.
From the kitchen an opening leads to the conservatory which is another spacious room having windows to two sides making the space light and airy and providing views to the garden. There is an exposed stone wall and the oak effect flooring from the kitchen flows through to the room. Patio doors open to a paved patio extending the entertaining space outside.
Returning to the hallway the living room lies to the left having a dual aspect to the front and side of the property. The room has a large multifuel stove set within a stone fireplace providing warmth in winter months and features original beams.
Stairs rise from the living room to the first floor which has three double bedrooms.
The master bedroom lies to the rear of the property having a dual aspect ,overlooking the land surrounding the property and having useful fitted wardrobes. The second bedroom also enjoys a dual aspect having similar countryside views whilst the third bedroom has fitted wardrobes and an outlook to the front of the property. There is an additional room which partly lies over the staircase with this space being utilised with shelving and storage and works well a dressing room or could also work well as a home office.
The family bathroom has a white suite comprising a corner bath, separate shower with rainfall shower head, WC, wash hand basin set within a vanity unit and a heated towel rail. The bathroom has oak effect plank flooring.
From the landing a spiral staircase rises to the attic space which has roof windows and has been partially converted with wooden panelling to the walls and has extensive storage space.
Externally
The property enjoys extensive enclosed private gardens extending to 0.37 Acres. The main garden is laid to lawn with a paved seating area. There is a playing field with Leylandii hedge borders secured with additional fencing. The main garden wraps around the playing field leading to the orchard which has an abundance of mature fruit trees including cooking apple, Victoria plum, cherry, pear and sweet chestnut trees. There is also a paved seating area outside of the conservatory making it a lovely space to entertain in summer months.
There is an area of hard standing with a useful storage shed and an outdoor dog kennel . An open fronted barn provides space to store hay gathered from the land. A gate opens next to the barn to the stable yard which is well lit and has six stables including a foaling box, all of which have lighting and have recently had the roofing replaced. There is also a hen/duck house which would provide additional storage space if required.
The property also has plentiful space to park multiple vehicles on the gravel driveway.
The Land
Sitting in 2.93 Hectares (7.24 Acres) the property boasts grassland extending to 2.67 Hectares (6.6 Acres) over six field parcels. The larger of the field parcels is meadow land extending to 1.02 Hectares (2.53 Acres) and is mainly flat gently sloping to a stream running along the bottom of the field. This field does have a public footpath running down the eastern boundary of the field indicated on the enclosed sale plan. The public footpath is fenced to separate it from the field itself.
All field parcels have fenced boundaries with some additionally having mature hedgerows and all fields have a water supply to them. A smaller paddock lying next the stable yard could be utilised as an outdoor arena subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents. The land has been farmed organically for the past 30 years.
Tenure & Possession
It is understood that the property is freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Services
The property benefits from electricity, water and drainage. There is oil fired central heating via the Esse range cooker which heats the radiators throughout the property.
Access Road
The access track to the property does not have an owner, it is unadopted and unregistered. This access road is shared between four properties and the cost of maintenance is split equally.
Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way
This property has a right of access over the neighbouring property’s driveway and garden for maintenance purposes.
A public footpath runs through the one of the field parcels and is shown on enclosed sale plan. The footpath is fenced to keep it separate from the field itself.
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of E 43.
Local Authority
Durham County Council.
The property is currently rated Council Tax Band C.
what3words
Every three metre square of the world has been given a unique combination of three words. A free App is available for iOS and Android smartphones and using the unique sequence of words below you will be able to pinpoint this property.
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Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.
Important Notice
Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but they are for general guidance only and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance professional verification should be sought. All dimensions/boundaries are approximate. The mention of fixtures, fittings &/or appliances does not imply they are in full efficient working order. Photographs are provided for general information and you may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.
The Area
Butterknowle is a small village, situated between the market towns of Barnard Castle and Bishop Auckland with facilities including a primary school, doctor’s surgery and public houses. Further shopping, educational and recreational facilities can be found within the aforementioned towns.
For the commuter the A68, A688 and A1 (M) provide links with the major commercial centres of the North East. Darlington Mainline Railway Station and Teesside International Airport offer further communications with the rest of the country.
Many of the regions renowned beauty spots are within a short drive beyond which can be found the delights of North Yorkshire, the Lake District, Northumberland and the East Coast.
Marketed by: George F.White, Barnard Castle
The Property
Potters Cross Farm Cottage is approached via an access track with a gate allowing access into the premises.
Entering the property through the front door into the entrance hallway there are doors radiating to the ground floor living accommodation and to the ground floor WC with electric shower and wash hand basin.
From the hallway there is a step up into the dining room which is a large and very spacious ’L’ shaped room with a dual aspect to the rear of the property and across to the garden. The room can accommodate large dining furniture along with additional furnishings. There is also a useful under stair cupboard perfect for storage.
From the dining room doors open to the kitchen which has been recently fitted having a range of wall and base units with chrome details and has fitted appliances including a single oven with hob and extractor fan over, fridge-freezer and dishwasher. There is also an Esse range cooker which fires the central heating for the property. The kitchen sink enjoys a view out to the garden and a door also opens to a fully glazed porch providing a second entrance to the property which has a tiled floor and has plumbing for a washing machine and space for further white goods.
From the kitchen an opening leads to the conservatory which is another spacious room having windows to two sides making the space light and airy and providing views to the garden. There is an exposed stone wall and the oak effect flooring from the kitchen flows through to the room. Patio doors open to a paved patio extending the entertaining space outside.
Returning to the hallway the living room lies to the left having a dual aspect to the front and side of the property. The room has a large multifuel stove set within a stone fireplace providing warmth in winter months and features original beams.
Stairs rise from the living room to the first floor which has three double bedrooms.
The master bedroom lies to the rear of the property having a dual aspect ,overlooking the land surrounding the property and having useful fitted wardrobes. The second bedroom also enjoys a dual aspect having similar countryside views whilst the third bedroom has fitted wardrobes and an outlook to the front of the property. There is an additional room which partly lies over the staircase with this space being utilised with shelving and storage and works well a dressing room or could also work well as a home office.
The family bathroom has a white suite comprising a corner bath, separate shower with rainfall shower head, WC, wash hand basin set within a vanity unit and a heated towel rail. The bathroom has oak effect plank flooring.
From the landing a spiral staircase rises to the attic space which has roof windows and has been partially converted with wooden panelling to the walls and has extensive storage space.
Externally
The property enjoys extensive enclosed private gardens extending to 0.37 Acres. The main garden is laid to lawn with a paved seating area. There is a playing field with Leylandii hedge borders secured with additional fencing. The main garden wraps around the playing field leading to the orchard which has an abundance of mature fruit trees including cooking apple, Victoria plum, cherry, pear and sweet chestnut trees. There is also a paved seating area outside of the conservatory making it a lovely space to entertain in summer months.
There is an area of hard standing with a useful storage shed and an outdoor dog kennel . An open fronted barn provides space to store hay gathered from the land. A gate opens next to the barn to the stable yard which is well lit and has six stables including a foaling box, all of which have lighting and have recently had the roofing replaced. There is also a hen/duck house which would provide additional storage space if required.
The property also has plentiful space to park multiple vehicles on the gravel driveway.
The Land
Sitting in 2.93 Hectares (7.24 Acres) the property boasts grassland extending to 2.67 Hectares (6.6 Acres) over six field parcels. The larger of the field parcels is meadow land extending to 1.02 Hectares (2.53 Acres) and is mainly flat gently sloping to a stream running along the bottom of the field. This field does have a public footpath running down the eastern boundary of the field indicated on the enclosed sale plan. The public footpath is fenced to separate it from the field itself.
All field parcels have fenced boundaries with some additionally having mature hedgerows and all fields have a water supply to them. A smaller paddock lying next the stable yard could be utilised as an outdoor arena subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents. The land has been farmed organically for the past 30 years.
Tenure & Possession
It is understood that the property is freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Services
The property benefits from electricity, water and drainage. There is oil fired central heating via the Esse range cooker which heats the radiators throughout the property.
Access Road
The access track to the property does not have an owner, it is unadopted and unregistered. This access road is shared between four properties and the cost of maintenance is split equally.
Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way
This property has a right of access over the neighbouring property’s driveway and garden for maintenance purposes.
A public footpath runs through the one of the field parcels and is shown on enclosed sale plan. The footpath is fenced to keep it separate from the field itself.
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of E 43.
Local Authority
Durham County Council.
The property is currently rated Council Tax Band C.
what3words
Every three metre square of the world has been given a unique combination of three words. A free App is available for iOS and Android smartphones and using the unique sequence of words below you will be able to pinpoint this property.
///golden.various.dubbing
Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.
Important Notice
Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but they are for general guidance only and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance professional verification should be sought. All dimensions/boundaries are approximate. The mention of fixtures, fittings &/or appliances does not imply they are in full efficient working order. Photographs are provided for general information and you may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.
The Area
Butterknowle is a small village, situated between the market towns of Barnard Castle and Bishop Auckland with facilities including a primary school, doctor’s surgery and public houses. Further shopping, educational and recreational facilities can be found within the aforementioned towns.
For the commuter the A68, A688 and A1 (M) provide links with the major commercial centres of the North East. Darlington Mainline Railway Station and Teesside International Airport offer further communications with the rest of the country.
Many of the regions renowned beauty spots are within a short drive beyond which can be found the delights of North Yorkshire, the Lake District, Northumberland and the East Coast.
Marketed by: George F.White, Barnard Castle
Land Registry Data
- No historical data found.