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£740,000

Blakeston Hall, Blakeston Lane

Land size
6 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Picturesque 6-Acre Rural Property Located Between Thorpe Thewles & Grindon
  • Well-Maintained Gardens, A Small Wood, Orchard, Fresh Water Well
  • Features Two Georgian Walled Fields, A Paddock & Ample Hardstanding with Turning Space
  • Generous Detached Dormer Home with Spacious Interiors & Large Windows
  • Ample Living Space Including Multiple Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms & A Dedicated Workspace
  • Commercial Facilities Suitable for Various Ventures (Equestrian, Café, Boutique, Studio)
  • Historical Significance as The Site of Blakeston Hall, Partially Destroyed During WWII
  • Unique Backdrop for Events & Gatherings
  • Easy Access to Local Amenities While Immersed in Captivating Rural Landscapes
  • A Rare Opportunity for A Harmonious Blend of Residential Living & Professional Opportunity

Description

Nestled in a picturesque setting between the villages of Thorpe Thewles and Grindon, this stunning rural property spans 6 acres of lush green land, offering an idyllic setting for those seeking a unique home/work lifestyle.

The property boasts well-maintained gardens with a variety of trees and planting that enhance its natural beauty, a small wood, an orchard, a fresh water well, two Georgian walled fields, a paddock and plenty of hardstanding with turning space.

At the centre of this beautiful estate stands a generous detached dormer property, providing lateral living if required. The interior is spacious and bright, featuring large windows that blend the house with its rural setting. With two bathrooms, multiple bedrooms and living areas, it offers ample space for family life as well as the convenience of a dedicated workspace.

In addition to the residential features, the property includes commercial facilities that open up exciting opportunities for entrepreneurs. Whether you envision an equestrian venture, quaint café, a boutique shop, or a creative studio, the versatile spaces can accommodate various business ventures, enabling you to balance work and personal life seamlessly.

Adding to the allure of this property is its historical significance as the site of Blakeston Hall, home to Sir Blakeston, which was partially destroyed during WWII. This heritage element not only elevates its charm but also provides a unique backdrop for events and gatherings.

Surrounded by captivating landscapes, this location embodies the essence of rural England while also having easy access to local amenities.

This 6-acre property is a rare find for those looking to embrace a harmonious blend of residential living and professional opportunity.

Tenure - Freehold

Council Tax Band G

GROUND FLOOR

Reception Hall

Composite entrance door with picture length double glazed window to the front aspect opening to the reception hall with single radiator and laminate flooring.

Living Room

With dual aspect double glazed windows to the front and side aspects, twin radiator, laminate flooring and modern fire surround with electric flame effect fire.

Reception Room Two – Dining Room/Ground Floor Bedroom

(max) With double glazed window to the front and rear aspect, one twin radiator and one single radiator.

Kitchen Diner

With dual aspect double glazed windows to the side and rear aspect and twin radiator. Generous range of wall, drawer, and floor units with complementary worktops, tiled splashbacks, inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink and drainer unit with mixer tap, electric hob, high level electric oven and grill, and plumbing for dishwasher.

Utility/Boot Room

With dual aspect double glazed windows to the side and rear aspect, floor units with complementary worktops, space for fridge freezer, plumbing for washing machine and door to the rear garden.

Ground Floor Bedroom

With double glazed window to the front aspect and single radiator.

Ground Floor Bathroom

With double glazed window to the rear aspect, tiled walls, laminate flooring, double walk-in shower enclosure with drench style shower and shower attachment, low level WC, two seater side panelled bath with mixer tap, chrome heated towel rail, spotlights and panelling to ceiling.

Office/Reception Three

including stairs With double glazed window to the rear aspect, single radiator, cupboard under stairs housing oil central heating boiler and airing cupboard.

FIRST FLOOR

Landing

With Velux windows to the front and rear aspect, half vaulted ceiling, two single radiators and storage to eaves.

Bedroom One

(max) With double glazed window to the front aspect and single radiator.

Bedroom Two

With double glazed window to the side aspect, single radiator and fitted wardrobes.

Bedroom Three

10'2 x 11'7 (main dimensions) With dual aspect double glazed windows to the front and side aspect, two single radiators and storage to eaves.

First Floor Bathroom

With Velux window to the front aspect, side panelled bath with shower attachment, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, single radiator, extractor fan and loft access.

EXTERNALLY

Garden Shed/Workshop

With double doors.

Commercial Premises

Entrance

Entrance door with windows to the front aspect opening to reception desk and hall with floor units and access through to office.

Office

Window to the front aspect.

Commercial Unit

including stairs but excluding reception area Access through to kitchenette.

Kitchenette

With wall and drawer units, and stainless steel sink and drainer unit.

Cloakroom/WC

With low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and extractor fan.

First Floor

excluding eaves

Ground Floor Storeroom

Additional Commercial Unit

With up and over garage door access.

Buyers Identification Check(s)

Should a purchaser(s) have an offer accepted on a property marketed by Michael Poole Estate Agents they will need to undertake an identification check. This is done to meet our obligation under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) and is a legal requirement. We use a third party service to verify your identity; this is not a credit check and will have no effect on credit history. The cost of these checks is £36 inc. VAT per buyer, which is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued. This charge is non-refundable.

Tenure - Freehold

Council Tax Band G

AGENTS REF

LJ/LS/STO250341/16062025

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-04-01

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 72 Homes with Land listings in North East England (5+ acres).

This Property£123,333 / acre
Homes with Land Average (5+ acres) £35,969 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
55 D
75 C

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
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
Double Glazing, Oil Heating
Broadband
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Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

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
No Wheelchair Access
Parking
Garage, Driveway, Gated Parking, Off-Street Parking, Private Parking
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

33 Mbps

Superfast · available to 33% of premises

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

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

  • Rosebrook Primary School1.5 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    407
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Wynyard Church of England Primary School1.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    467
    Type
    Free schools
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Hardwick Green Primary Academy1.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    286
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Harrow Gate Academy1.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    432
    Type
    Academy converter
  • William Cassidi Church of England Aided Primary School2 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    179
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Outwood Academy Bishopsgarth1.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    580
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Northfield School and Sports College2.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,522
    Type
    Community school
  • Our Lady & St. Bede Catholic Academy2.7 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,005
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • The Grangefield Academy3.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,004
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • North Shore Academy3.2 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    850
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

* 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

Tesco Stockton, Stockton1.2 miles
Lidl Hardwick Stockton, Stockton1.4 miles
Spar - Stockton, Stockton1.4 miles

GP surgery

Park Lane Surgery2.4 miles

Pharmacy

Tesco Instore Pharmacy1.2 miles

Hospital

Nuffield Tees Hospital1.7 miles

Green space

Public Park Or Garden476 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Stockton Rail Station3.3 miles

Nearest bus stop

Wynyard Woodland Park838 metres

Typical drive times

Yarm17 min · 8.7 miles
Billingham9 min · 4.5 miles
Sedgefield9 min · 5.6 miles
Durham (city)26 min · 21 miles
Stockton-on-Tees12 min · 5 miles

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

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

A 1 in 30 or greater chance each yearHigher risk

Mapped within the area searched, not at the advertised map pin itself.

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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