The Old Vicarage High Etherley, Bishop Auckland DL14 0HN

The Old Vicarage is an impressive and characterful six-bedroom detached Grade II listed property with significant architectural appeal and interesting historical connections. It occupies an extremely private position within a beautifully landscaped four-acre walled garden in the village of High Etherley, near Bishop Auckland.

Dating to 1834, the main house incorporates many charming period features and has been extensively renovated and refurbished over recent years. It has also been thoughtfully extended and presents in very good order throughout. The versatility and set-up provides ample scope for a variety of potential uses, both residential and commercial.

Secure gated access at the front and rear elevations, open to a sweeping gravelled driveway and plentiful space for vehicle parking. In addition, there is a sizeable detached garage building, with clear scope for alternative use, and includes a workshop, kitchenette, shower room and WC. There are also further ancillary outbuildings and two useful cellars.

The stunning grounds are thoughtfully divided into themed garden areas and linked by inviting meandering paths. A showpiece heavy wrought-iron 'Moon-gate' swivels on a central pivot and opens through to a magnificent Italianate garden with a statue-lined cascading waterfall with ponds and feature fountains at either end.

The further expansive gardens include open, well-tended lawns with established tree-lined borders, formal patio sitting areas, themed 'pocket' gardens, a highly productive fruit and vegetable garden and a charming wildlife meadow. Two strategically placed belvederes and three gazebos also allow fabulous and tranquil vistas.

The location within this pretty village is ideally placed for local amenities, schools, neighbouring countryside and also places of interest.

This is a spectacular purchase opportunity not be overlooked. Viewings are highly recommended and are accompanied by the agent - there is no forward chain.

Entrance Vestibule

Wood floor, Double central heating radiator, Inner entrance door to hallway with ornate stained glass window and side panelling.

Hallway

Wood floor, Stairs to first floor, Under-stairs cupboard.

Drawing Room

Ornate feature fireplace, Five sash-windows with working shutters, Two double central heating radiators.

Study/Library

Wood floor, Three sash-windows with working shutters, Ornate feature fireplace, Three shelved alcoves, Glass display cabinet inset to feature arched recess, Double central heating radiator.

Dining Room

Wood floor, Ornate wood panelling, Feature fireplace, Sash window with working shutter, Double central heating radiator, Trap door to Cellar 2.

Sitting Room

Feature fireplace, Three sash windows, Built-in cupboard, Double central heating radiator.

Family Room

Multi-fuel stove in feature inset, Tiled floor, Four sash-windows with working shutters, Door to back stairs, Door to barrel-vaulted cellar, Built-in alcove cupboard.

Orangery

Tiled floor, Four full-length feature lunette windows, French doors to external with a feature stained glass lunette window over and full-length side-lights, Open glass atrium ceiling, Feature exposed stone and aged brick backdrop wall.

Breakfast Kitchen

Bespoke range of wall and floor units with granite surfaces over, 1&1/2 sink with drainer unit and mixer tap, Integrated double oven, microwave, coffee machine and 5-ring gas hob, Integrated dish washer, Integrated wine cooler, Breakfast bar, Tiled floor, Open glass atrium ceiling, Seven sash-windows, Door to external.

Utility/Scullery

Range of wall and floor units with work surfaces over, Double Belfast-style sink with mixer tap, Plumbed for washing machine, Built-in pantry cupboard, Space for fridge/freezer, Built-in boiler cupboard, Double central heating radiator.

Inner Passage

Tiled floor, Three double central heating radiators, Walk-in store/comms room.

Cloakroom/WC

High-level WC, Wash hand basin.

Steam & Shower Room

Steam room with rainfall shower and sauna-type seating.

First Floor Landing

Split-level landing with three feature stained glass sash-windows, Two double central heating radiators.

Bedroom One

Feature fireplace, Three sash-windows with working shutters, Double central heating radiator, Door to en-suite bathroom.

Bathroom 1

Jacuzzi bath, Walk-in steam & shower cubicle, Wash hand basin, WC, Feature stained glass window, Tiled floor and walls, Central heating radiator. (Jack & Jill access to Landing)

Bathroom 2

Free standing bath with shower-head attachment, Wash hand basin with vanity unit, Walk-in shower cubicle, WC, Bidet, Two sash-windows, Tiled floor, Double central heating radiators.

Bedroom Two

Feature fireplace, Three sash-windows with working shutters, Double central heating radiator, Two feature arched alcoves.

Bedroom Three

Feature fireplace, Three sash-windows with working shutters, Double central heating radiator, Two alcove cupboards.

Bedroom Four

Feature fireplace, Two sash-windows, Double central heating radiator, Built-in wardrobe.

WC

WC, Tiled floor, Sash-window.

Back Landing

With back-stairs, Sash-window, Double central heating radiator, Loft access.

Bedroom Five

Feature fireplace, Four sash-windows, Wash hand basin with vanity unit, Double central heating radiator, Wood floor.

Bedroom Six

Feature fireplace, Two sash-windows, Shelved alcove, Double central heating radiator, Wood floor.

Detached Garage

Detached and insulated stone-built garage building, with scope for a variety of alternative uses, including a workshop, kitchenette/utility, shower room and WC.

Cellars

Barrel Vaulted Cellar - 3.80m x 5.12m (Access from Snug).

Cellar Two - 3.41m x 4.88m (Access from Dining Room)

Ancillary Outbuildings

Store/tackle room, Poly-tunnel, Three green-houses, Potting shed, Two belvederes, Three gazebos, Two Summer-houses, Four store rooms.

Gardens & Grounds

Secure gated access at the front and rear elevations, open to a sweeping gravelled driveway and plentiful space for vehicle parking.

The stunning and beautifully landscaped four-acre walled grounds are thoughtfully divided into themed garden areas and linked by inviting meandering paths. A showpiece heavy wrought-iron 'Moon-gate' swivels on a central pivot and opens through to a magnificent Italianate garden with a statue-lined cascading waterfall with ponds and feature fountains at either end.

The further expansive gardens include open, well-tended lawns with established tree-lined borders, formal patio sitting areas, themed 'pocket' gardens, a highly productive fruit and vegetable garden and a super wildlife meadow. Two strategically placed belvederes and three gazebos also allow fabulous and tranquil vistas.

Approximate Distances

Bishop Auckland - 3.2 Miles

A1(M) - 10.5 Miles

Durham - 13 Miles

Darlington - 13 Miles

Train Station (Bishop Auckland) - 3.2 Miles

Mainline (Darlington) - 13.6 Miles

Newcastle Airport - 39 Miles

Noteworthy Features

A Tudor style former Rectory dated 1834 with rear additions in 1882. Constructed of coursed squared sandstone with ashlar dressings, plinth and quoins. Welsh slate roof with stone gable copings and high corniced chimneys on plinths. Tudor-arched entrance surround with Tudor date lettering above (18 T 34).

Tenure

Freehold - Grade II Listed. (List Entry Number: 1121832).

Services

Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage.

Council tax band G.

Cat 5 cabling installed.

Disclaimer

These particulars are intended to give a fair description of the property but their accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and they do not constitute an offer of contract. Intending purchasers must rely on their own inspection of the property. None of the above appliances/services have been tested by ourselves. We recommend purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check all appliances/services before legal commitment.