House For Sale £550,000
Three Grade II Listed, recently-restored properties sharing an enclosed garden and large parking area, offering ample off street parking for a number of vehicles.
Tithe Barn Cottages
The Grade II* Listed Tithe Barn Cottages are currently operating as a successful holiday cottage business. Each unit benefits from designated parking and shares an enclosed courtyard garden laid with gravel and having mature shrub and flower borders making it an excellent area to sit and relax.
The Farmhouse
The main entrance lies to the front of the building and opens into a vestibule. In turn this leads into the spacious yet cosy living area which is complemented by a multi-fuel stove and has windows to two elevations each with stone sills and bespoke plantation shutters. A kitchen/dining room spans the depth of the property, again enjoying a dual aspect and is well appointed with a bespoke shaker-style kitchen including a range of wall and base units with a brick-bond tiled splashback and integrated appliances including a Belling oven, induction hob and electric hooded extractor fan, Hotpoint fridge, freezer and dishwasher and Neff microwave. Here, a dining table provides for relaxed and informal dining.
To the first floor the historic and impressive oak beams are immediately apparent having been restored and exposed to create maximum visual impact which features throughout the entirety of the first floor of the cottages. A landing provides access to the bedrooms. The master is exceptionally large having a high-level, arched window with innovative fitted blind while another window, again complemented by shutters and stone sill sits at low level looking out to the front of the property. This room comfortably accommodates a super king size bed and is serviced by a luxurious en suite bathroom having full-length, freestanding bath, separate shower cubicle, twin wash hand basins and WC. The second bedroom is also of excellent proportions and leads to a second en suite shower room also beautifully appointed.
The historic and impressive oak beams are immediately apparent having been restored and exposed to create maximum visual impact which features throughout the entirety of the first floor of the cottages. A landing provides access to the bedrooms. The master is exceptionally large having a high-level, arched window with innovative fitted blind while another window, again complemented by shutters and stone sill sits at low level looking out to the front of the property. This room comfortably accommodates a super king size bed and is serviced by a luxurious en suite bathroom having full-length, freestanding bath, separate shower cubicle, twin wash hand basins and WC. The second bedroom is also of excellent proportions and leads to a second en suite shower room also beautifully appointed.
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of D 65.
The Hayloft
The Hayloft sits above The Byre and provides two bedroom, holiday cottage accommodation. Entering the property into the entrance vestibule stairs rise to The Hayloft’s open plan kitchen and living room with fantastic vaulted ceilings and exposed Green Oak beams displaying traditional joint methods of construction. The room has a beautiful arched window to the front elevation from which visitors can sit and relax in this south-facing, sunny spot. There is also a Clarke log burner for extra warmth and ambience in the winter months. The kitchen has a range of wall and base units with a brick-bond tiled splashback and integrated appliances including a Belling oven, induction hob and electric hooded extractor fan, Hotpoint fridge, freezer and dishwasher and Neff microwave.
One of the double bedrooms lies off the kitchen having high ceilings, exposed beams and an en suite shower room with shower, WC and wash hand basin. There is an external timber staircase leading out of this room which acts as an emergency exit if required.
The second bedroom lies off the landing having two windows to the rear elevation and an en suite bathroom with free-standing roll top bath, WC and wash hand basin and ambient up lighting lines the room.
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of D 66.
The Byre
The Byre has also been sympathetically renovated and is beautifully presented having an open plan kitchen and living room and two bedrooms.
Within the entrance vestibule there is space for cloak hanging facilities. A door opens in to the open plan kitchen and living room which has charming exposed stone detailing retaining the character of this historic building, deep windows with fossilised patterning within the stone sills and bespoke plantation shutters. The kitchen has a range of cream wall and base units with a brick-bond tiled splashback and integrated appliances including a Belling oven, induction hob and electric hooded extractor fan, Hotpoint fridge, freezer and dishwasher and Neff microwave. In the living area there is a stone hearth with electric stove effect fire and a contemporary full height radiator.
Cottage style latch doors are fitted throughout the cottages and here, open to the inner hall which leads to the two double bedrooms and shower room. The larger of the two bedrooms comfortably accommodates a king sized bed and a window seat has useful storage beneath.
The shower room comprises a mains fed shower, WC and wash hand basin with the room having two-tone, brick-bond tiling to the walls and a glazed viewing point in the floor displays the original stone surround for the medieval door way.
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of E 50.
Services
All the cottages have mains water and electricity with all properties draining to a digester, water treatment system shared with neighbouring properties, Rectory Farmhouse and Garden House.
The Farmhouse and the Hayloft have mains gas central heating with The Byre having bottled LPG fired central heating.
Holiday Cottage Business
The ongoing concern of the holiday cottage business is included in the sale. The Vendors will provide a handover of the business to assist with continuity. Some chattels and fixtures and fittings may be available by separate negotiation.
Tenure & Possession
The properties are understood to be freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Local Authority
Durham County Council.
Fixtures and Fittings
Furniture in the holiday cottages may be available by separate negotiation.
Rights of Way
The property has access from the B1432 onto a shared driveway to the south of the farm steading. Purchasers should perform their own due diligence in this respect.
There is a pedestrian access to rear of the properties for property maintenance.
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Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.
Date of Particulars
The particulars were created in June 2022. Photography in the particulars dates from June 2021.
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
The Rectory Farm Portfolio lies in Easington Village which has agricultural origins and boasts a large village green. Along with adjoining Easington Colliery the villages have a range of primary and secondary schools and retail and recreational facilities.
Easington is well connected with the A19 close by and main line train stations at both Durham and Newcastle.
Tithe Barn Cottages
The Grade II* Listed Tithe Barn Cottages are currently operating as a successful holiday cottage business. Each unit benefits from designated parking and shares an enclosed courtyard garden laid with gravel and having mature shrub and flower borders making it an excellent area to sit and relax.
The Farmhouse
The main entrance lies to the front of the building and opens into a vestibule. In turn this leads into the spacious yet cosy living area which is complemented by a multi-fuel stove and has windows to two elevations each with stone sills and bespoke plantation shutters. A kitchen/dining room spans the depth of the property, again enjoying a dual aspect and is well appointed with a bespoke shaker-style kitchen including a range of wall and base units with a brick-bond tiled splashback and integrated appliances including a Belling oven, induction hob and electric hooded extractor fan, Hotpoint fridge, freezer and dishwasher and Neff microwave. Here, a dining table provides for relaxed and informal dining.
To the first floor the historic and impressive oak beams are immediately apparent having been restored and exposed to create maximum visual impact which features throughout the entirety of the first floor of the cottages. A landing provides access to the bedrooms. The master is exceptionally large having a high-level, arched window with innovative fitted blind while another window, again complemented by shutters and stone sill sits at low level looking out to the front of the property. This room comfortably accommodates a super king size bed and is serviced by a luxurious en suite bathroom having full-length, freestanding bath, separate shower cubicle, twin wash hand basins and WC. The second bedroom is also of excellent proportions and leads to a second en suite shower room also beautifully appointed.
The historic and impressive oak beams are immediately apparent having been restored and exposed to create maximum visual impact which features throughout the entirety of the first floor of the cottages. A landing provides access to the bedrooms. The master is exceptionally large having a high-level, arched window with innovative fitted blind while another window, again complemented by shutters and stone sill sits at low level looking out to the front of the property. This room comfortably accommodates a super king size bed and is serviced by a luxurious en suite bathroom having full-length, freestanding bath, separate shower cubicle, twin wash hand basins and WC. The second bedroom is also of excellent proportions and leads to a second en suite shower room also beautifully appointed.
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of D 65.
The Hayloft
The Hayloft sits above The Byre and provides two bedroom, holiday cottage accommodation. Entering the property into the entrance vestibule stairs rise to The Hayloft’s open plan kitchen and living room with fantastic vaulted ceilings and exposed Green Oak beams displaying traditional joint methods of construction. The room has a beautiful arched window to the front elevation from which visitors can sit and relax in this south-facing, sunny spot. There is also a Clarke log burner for extra warmth and ambience in the winter months. The kitchen has a range of wall and base units with a brick-bond tiled splashback and integrated appliances including a Belling oven, induction hob and electric hooded extractor fan, Hotpoint fridge, freezer and dishwasher and Neff microwave.
One of the double bedrooms lies off the kitchen having high ceilings, exposed beams and an en suite shower room with shower, WC and wash hand basin. There is an external timber staircase leading out of this room which acts as an emergency exit if required.
The second bedroom lies off the landing having two windows to the rear elevation and an en suite bathroom with free-standing roll top bath, WC and wash hand basin and ambient up lighting lines the room.
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of D 66.
The Byre
The Byre has also been sympathetically renovated and is beautifully presented having an open plan kitchen and living room and two bedrooms.
Within the entrance vestibule there is space for cloak hanging facilities. A door opens in to the open plan kitchen and living room which has charming exposed stone detailing retaining the character of this historic building, deep windows with fossilised patterning within the stone sills and bespoke plantation shutters. The kitchen has a range of cream wall and base units with a brick-bond tiled splashback and integrated appliances including a Belling oven, induction hob and electric hooded extractor fan, Hotpoint fridge, freezer and dishwasher and Neff microwave. In the living area there is a stone hearth with electric stove effect fire and a contemporary full height radiator.
Cottage style latch doors are fitted throughout the cottages and here, open to the inner hall which leads to the two double bedrooms and shower room. The larger of the two bedrooms comfortably accommodates a king sized bed and a window seat has useful storage beneath.
The shower room comprises a mains fed shower, WC and wash hand basin with the room having two-tone, brick-bond tiling to the walls and a glazed viewing point in the floor displays the original stone surround for the medieval door way.
EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of E 50.
Services
All the cottages have mains water and electricity with all properties draining to a digester, water treatment system shared with neighbouring properties, Rectory Farmhouse and Garden House.
The Farmhouse and the Hayloft have mains gas central heating with The Byre having bottled LPG fired central heating.
Holiday Cottage Business
The ongoing concern of the holiday cottage business is included in the sale. The Vendors will provide a handover of the business to assist with continuity. Some chattels and fixtures and fittings may be available by separate negotiation.
Tenure & Possession
The properties are understood to be freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Local Authority
Durham County Council.
Fixtures and Fittings
Furniture in the holiday cottages may be available by separate negotiation.
Rights of Way
The property has access from the B1432 onto a shared driveway to the south of the farm steading. Purchasers should perform their own due diligence in this respect.
There is a pedestrian access to rear of the properties for property maintenance.
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.
///jeeps.fans.long
Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.
Date of Particulars
The particulars were created in June 2022. Photography in the particulars dates from June 2021.
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
The Rectory Farm Portfolio lies in Easington Village which has agricultural origins and boasts a large village green. Along with adjoining Easington Colliery the villages have a range of primary and secondary schools and retail and recreational facilities.
Easington is well connected with the A19 close by and main line train stations at both Durham and Newcastle.
