Holly House, Ramshaw, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14
- Land size
- 2 acres
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- STUNNING DETACHED EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY
- APPROX 2 ACRES OF LAND PLUS STABLES
- SUPERB KITCHEN & BATHROOM
- IMMACULATELY PRESENTED
- SOUGHT AFTER LOCALITY
- EPC RATING TO FOLLOW
Description
Holly House – Exceptional 3-Bedroom Detached Equestrian Home with Stables & Approx. 2 Acres of Land in the Idyllic Setting of Ramshaw
Set within the breathtaking and tranquil surroundings of Ramshaw, Holly House presents a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully finished 3-bedroom detached home with outstanding equestrian facilities and approximately 2 acres of land. This remarkable property combines countryside charm with modern luxury, making it the perfect purchase for equestrian families or those seeking a peaceful lifestyle retreat with space to grow and enjoy the outdoors.
From the moment you arrive, Holly House impresses. Accessed via elegant electric wrought iron gates, the property offers ample parking to the front, ensuring both privacy and convenience. The grounds are thoughtfully landscaped, featuring lawns and seating areas ideal for outdoor entertaining, summer gatherings, or simply relaxing while taking in the stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
Inside, the home has been finished to an exceptionally high standard throughout, with particular attention given to the kitchen and bathroom, both of which stand out as stylish and functional centrepieces of the property. The kitchen is a true heart of the home—perfect for family living and entertaining—while the bathroom offers a spa-like experience with quality fixtures and a refined finish.
The spacious floorplan provides a versatile layout, with three generously sized bedrooms, bright and airy living spaces, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere throughout. Every room has been carefully designed to offer comfort, practicality, and elegance.
For equestrian enthusiasts, Holly House is a dream come true. The property includes stables and approximately 2 acres of land, offering ample space for grazing, riding, and caring for horses. Whether you're a seasoned rider or simply passionate about countryside living, this home provides the perfect setting to enjoy your lifestyle to the fullest.
Located in the picturesque locality of Ramshaw, the property benefits from a peaceful rural setting while still being within easy reach of local amenities, schools, and transport links—striking the perfect balance between seclusion and convenience.
Properties of this calibre and setting are rarely available. Holly House is a truly special home that must be seen to be fully appreciated. Early viewing is strongly recommended—be quick or miss out on this exceptional opportunity!
Reception Hallway
Stairs accessing the first floor, tiled flooring, two understairs storage cupboards, inset spotlights to ceiling, radiator, inset spotlights to ceiling, access into:-
Cloaks/Wc
Low level WC, handwash basin inset into vanity unit, double glazed window, radiator, extractor.
Living Room
8.53m x 5.79m - 27'12" x 18'12"
Three double glazed windows, two radiators, stunning feature multi-fuel burner with stone and brick surround, inset spotlights to ceiling.
Play Room/Office
3.32m x 3.19m - 10'11" x 10'6"
Double glazed window, radiator, wood flooring.
Kitchen/Dining Room
7.01m x 4.64m - 22'12" x 15'3"
Fitted with an excellent range of base and wall units finished in cream, heat resistant worktops, Belfast sink unit with mixer tap, range style oven with brick surround, integrated dishwasher, space for American style fridge freezer, plumbing for automatic washing machine and dryer, two double glazed windows, radiator, brick style tiling to splashbacks, window seat, beamed ceiling, space for dining table and chairs, door accessing the rear of the property.
Landing
Double glazed windows, storage cupboard, two double glazed velux windows, inset spotlights to ceiling, loft access, radiator.
Bathroom
3.42m x 3.14m - 11'3" x 10'4"
Fitted with a sensational modern 4 piece suite comprising an overhead power shower, free standing bath with mixer tap, pedestal handwash basin, low level WC, tiling to the walls and likewise to the floor, double glazed window, radiator, inset spotlights to ceiling, extractor, heated flooring.
Master Bedroom
7.04m x 4.53m - 23'1" x 14'10"
Two double glazed windows, radiator, built in wardrobes, access into:-
En suite
Fitted with a well appointed 3 piece suite comprising a corner shower cubicle with overhead shower, handwash basin inset into vanity unit along with low level WC, tiling to the walls and likewise to the floor, double glazed window, heated towel rail, inset spotlights to ceiling, extractor.
Bedroom 2
4.12m x 4.12m - 13'6" x 13'6"
Double glazed window, radiator, beamed ceiling, feature stone wall.
Bedroom 3
3.4m x 3.06m - 11'2" x 10'0"
Double glazed window, radiator, built in wardrobes, beamed ceiling.
Outside
To the front of the property there is a gravelled area with seating being ideal for entertaining and al-fresco dining with steps then leading up to a lawned area with further flagged seating area. There are further lawned areas then access to the ample off road parking which then leads to the stables and the 2 acres of land. The outside space of this property must be seen in person to be fully appreciated, this is the ideal purchase for any perspective buyers looking for an equestrian property. There is also a wall enclosed courtyard to the rear.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- D
- Date Posted
- 2026-03-05
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 16 Equestrian listings in North East England (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
4 Mbps
Under 10 Mbps here
Suitable for
- Basic browsing & email
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Ramshaw Primary School566 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 54
- Type
- Community school
- Evenwood Church of England Primary School0.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 97
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Toft Hill Primary School1.3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 203
- Type
- Community school
- Copeland Road Primary School1.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 130
- Type
- Academy converter
- Oakley Cross Primary School and Nursery1.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 161
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College3.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,229
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Bishop Barrington Academy3.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 599
- Type
- Academy converter
- Staindrop Academy4.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 504
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- King James I Academy Bishop Auckland4.3 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 936
- Type
- Academy converter
- Parkside Academy6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 833
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Surface water
The detail behind these bandings
The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.
- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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