4 bedroom house
Esh, Durham, County Durham, DH7 9RN
Guide Price
£875,000
Residential Tags: N/A
Property Tags: Equestrian
Land Tags: Paddock, Pasture Land
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Aug 2021
- Removed: Date Not Available
- Residential Tags: N/A
- Property Tags: Equestrian
- Land Tags: Paddock, Pasture Land
Suited perfectly to those with equestrian interests, previously operated as a flat and national hunt racing yard, Hilltop Stables presents an opportunity to purchase an attractive four bedroom home with fourteen stables and approximately 6 acres split into three paddocks. The stable block may have potential to convert into one or more residential units, subject to the relevant planning consents. There is also an option for access to an all-weather gallop.
Directions
From Durham take the A691 towards Lanchester. Just after passing Witton Gilbert, there is a roundabout signposted Langley Park. Turn left here and follow the road into Langley Park. Continue along Front Street bearing left up the hill and then turn first left into East Clere. Follow the road up the hill and Hilltop Stables is on the left, as the road bends to the right.
Location
Hilltop Stables is located outside of Esh village on the hillside above Langley Park, with magnificent views over the surrounding Deerness Valley countryside. Historic Durham City is approximately 5 miles away and Newcastle and Sunderland are both approximately 18 miles away.
Outside
The garage, which is suitable for one large car benefits from an electric door with remote control and has lighting and wall sockets inside. The garage adjoins the stable block and has a tack room/storage area above.
The Land
The land is split into three parcels. Two parcels of land are located to the north of the property, these are sloping down towards Langley Park and would be suitable for grazing. The third parcel is a paddock to the east of the property, behind the stables. This is currently used for grazing horses, the boundaries are in good condition and are a mix of dry stone wall and post and rail fencing. All parcels of land benefit from mains water supply. The boundary adjacent to Hilltop Cottage at point A on the plan is subject to confirmation.
Stable Block
The stable block is set in a ‘U’ shape with a central courtyard. The stables are split into fourteen loose boxes, a feed and tack room, a stable yard office which benefits from a telephone line and a separate WC and water facilities. A further tack room / storage area is located above the garage. The stables are connected to mains water and mains electric with interior and exterior lighting.
Services
Hilltop Stables is served by mains gas, mains water, mains electricity supply and mains drainage. The
central heating system is gas and all windows are UPVC double glazed. There are two loft access points on the upstairs landing and one loft space is fully boarded with the benefit of an electrcity supply.
Entrance Hall
Entering from the front of the house into a hallway with a large storage cupboard leading to:
Study/Office
Large reception room with front facing window, with westerly views and stairs to the first floor. Currently used as a home office with fitted Hammonds furniture.
Cloak/WC
Comprising a handbasin, chrome heated towel rail and WC, along with electric under-floor heating.
Living Room
Featuring a solid fuel open fire set in a Victorian tiled, cast iron and original solid oak fireplace this large living space also has two windows and exposed ceiling beams. Double glass doors lead to the dining room.
Kitchen/Family Room
This open-plan space , with Karndean flooring
combines a less formal dining area and kitchen to
create a large, beautiful and light living space. There are a comprehensive range of cream coloured wall and base units with contrasting black granite work surfaces and a stainless steel sink in the central island. Integrated appliances including a 6 ring hob Rangemaster cooker, dishwasher, and American style fridge/freezer and several pantry cupboards.
Utility
Comprising cream wall and base units with stainless steel sink, plumbing for washing machine and dryer and a chrome towel rail. Large storage cupboard and a wall mounted Worcester Bosch gas combi boiler.
Master Bedroom
A large double room with west facing window.
En-Suite
Fully tiled with specialised non slip flooring walk-in shower, fitted vanity units housing handbasin, WC and heated towel rail.
Bedroom Two
Large double with wooden flooring and two windows providing stunning views across open countryside.
Bedroom Three
A large double with wooden flooring benefitting from a balcony offering spectacular panoramic views over the Deerness Valley.
Bedroom Four
Double room with wood flooring and a large heated
cupboard.
Family Bathroom
A beautiful family bathroom, with natural stone tiling, comprising bath with whirlpool spa, walk-in shower with rain shower heads, vanity unit with storage
cupboards and drawers housing the handbasin, chrome heated towel rail and electric under-floor heating. There is also a wall mounted Proofvision TV.
Marketed by: HHLE, Penrith
Land Registry Data
- No historical data found.