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- A tiled fireplace provides a central focal point, anchoring the room and offering clear scope for enhancement should a purchaser wish to introduce a more contemporary statement feature
- Open shelving and additional storage provide practicality, and the proportions present exciting scope for sympathetic modernisation or reconfiguration, subject to individual vision
- Multiple zones within the grounds provide versatility, whether for family use, gardening enthusiasts, or those seeking space for future enhancement, subject to the necessary consents
- Existing outbuildings offer practical storage and further potential for hobby or workshop use
- A property defined by land, elevation, heritage and potential positioned between Spennymoor and Kirk Merrington to the south of Durham, yet feeling wonderfully private and secluded
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Description
The home sits on an approximately 1.2-acre plot in the hamlet of North Close, Kirk Merrington, with a sweeping driveway that provides parking, access to a detached garage, and multiple outbuildings. The house is positioned to take advantage of far-reaching views across open countryside, including Durham Cathedral and Penshaw Monument. The property has a substantial principal lounge with a bay window, high ceilings, and period details, as well as a traditional kitchen with a cream Aga, original fitted cupboards, and stainless steel work surfaces.
The grounds are exceptional, with expansive lawns, mature trees, and hedging, plus multiple zones providing versatility for family use, gardening, or future enhancement. Exterior features include tiered sections of lawn, stone retaining walls, and structured planting.