Hill Top, Esh, Durham, DH7

Occupying an elevated position with exceptional open views, an excellent equestrian property. Offering generous accommodation which has been upgraded to a high standard the property boasts a horseshoe of fourteen stables, plus tack room, which also may have potential for redevelopment (subject to consents). The property also sits on an 6.55 acres (2.65 HA) plot.

The Property
An excellent opportunity to acquire an impressive stone-built, four-bedroom detached property. Situated in an elevated position and occupying a 6.55 acres (2.65 HA) plot, with a flat paddock which extends to 1.1 acres. The property enjoys a range of equestrian facilities including 14 brick-built stables, an office and a secure tack room and grassland for grazing.

The main entrance is to the front of the property via a UPVC door which leads into an entrance lobby, and there is a convenient storage cupboard and a separate WC/cloakroom with underfloor heating. To the right-hand side lies the first reception room, currently used as a study, boasting a full range of built in office furniture. The layout of the property invites flexibility and could be used for a variety of purposes. From here, stairs rise to the first floor.

Returning to the study, from here a door leads into the spacious and well lit kitchen, which extends into an open plan sun room/breakfast room. The kitchen is fitted with a good range of shaker style wall, base and display units, which are finished with a contrasting granite working surface, which extends to a cooker splash back and upstep. The kitchen includes an island unit, which offers extra space for cooking and informal dining, which also houses the stainless steel sink and drainer unit. There are a range of integral appliances, which includes a dishwasher, there is also a rangemaster ‘elan’ range cooker, with a double oven and 6 ring gas hob, with an extractor hood over. There is also a slot in American style fridge and freezer included in the sale. The floor is laid with a Karndean, which extends into the sunny breakfast area, benefitting from three windows which overlook the properties rear garden and further views beyond.

The Karndean flooring extends into a useful utility/boot room, which offers further built in storage, with units which match the kitchen. There is plumbing and drainage for white goods and a wall mounted gas fired condensing boiler. From the utility there is a small inner hall which has a stable door which leads to the rear of the property.

From the kitchen, a door leads into the dining room, which enjoys a rear view aspect and is a generous room with ample space for furniture for formal dining. The dining room has a fully glazed French door which leads to the garden, alongside two picture windows, while beams to the ceiling add to the charm and character of the property. Double doors allow the living room and dining room to be used as an open plan space if required, or can be closed to enjoy a cosy living space, which faces the front. The beams extend into the living room, where there are two windows which face the front, allowing the room to be filled with natural light. The focal point of the room is the fireplace, which has a oak surround, ornate inlay and an open fire.

To the first floor, the property has four bedrooms, all of which are doubles. The main bedroom faces the front and is a good sized double which boasts an en-suite shower room. The en-suite has fully tiled wall and comprises of a low level WC, which is enclosed in a vanity unit and extends to a wash hand basin which has storage below. There is also a shower cubicle with mains fed shower. The second bedroom faces the rear and is a generous double room which enjoys open views. The third bedroom is also a double, this bedroom has a rear and side aspect and enjoys a  stunning roof terrace which looks over the properties land and stables and also over the picturesque countryside and rooftops beyond. The fourth bedroom is a smaller double which faces the front and has a built in cupboard.

The house bathroom completes the accommodation, fitted with a modern and luxurious white suite which comprises of a vanity unit which houses the WC, and has a counter top wash hand basin, with ample storage above and below. There is also a panel enclosed jacuzzi bath, with a TV recessed into the tiling and a separate shower cubicle with both rainfall and handheld showers. The room is tiled throughout with high quality travertine and has an opaque window which faces the side and a heated chrome towel rail, as well as underfloor heating.

Externally, the property offers a small garden to the front, while to the rear, there is an enclosed patio area, which is designed for low maintenance enjoyment with York stone paving and a decked area which leads from the dining room.

Land and Buildings
The property occupies a plot which extends to in the region of 6.55 acres (2.65 HA) with approximately 1.1 acres (0.46 HA) being a flat paddock. The remaining land follows the line of the hillside and offers excellent grazing.
There are a horseshoe of brick built stables which occupy a generous plot next to the property. There are 14 stables, an office and also secure tack storage. The property has previously been run as a racing and livery yard and offers ample space for horses; it also has water and power to all of the buildings. There has also been a favourable pre-app for holiday lets on the buildings, so it also lends itself to development or leisure, subject to any buyer performing their own due diligence in respect of planning.

Basic Payment Scheme
The property is not in receipt of any payments under any grants or schemes.

Tenure & Possession
Freehold with vacant possession

EPC Rating
This property has been certified with an EPC Rating of D|60

Local Authority
Durham County Council
Council tax banded D

Utilities
The property is connected to mains gas, electricity and mains drainage. The central heating system is via a gas fired condensing boiler with water via a meter.

The property offers UPVC double glazed windows and doors throughout.

Parking
There is ample parking to the property, with off road available to the rear of stabling, there is also a 1.5 size garage which offers an electric door and has a drive to the front.

Characteristics
Fibre Broadband is currently connected to the property with an Estimated speed of
Standard 15 Mbps and Ultrafast 1000 Mbps. Mobile coverage is available, interested parties are advised to perform their own due diligence in respect of availability.

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Location
Situated on the fringe of the popular and convenient village of Esh, which offers a small range of facilities such as two schools to primary age and a public house. There is a range of facilities available locally in the nearby town of Langley Park, which is only a few minutes walk away, including shops, a pharmacy and a library. It also offers a regular bus service.

Situated just six miles West of Durham City Centre, where you can enjoy a comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities and amenities available, which can be accessed via vehicle or Sniperley Park and Ride. Durham offers schools such as Durham School, and Sixth Form, Durham High for girls, St Leonards Catholic School and Durham Johnston Comprehensive. Durham is a historic city and is home to a number of tourist attractions such as Durham Cathedral and the Market Place. Durham University is rated one of the best universities in the UK and sees a range of students from around the world attending. Durham Hospital can also be located within five minutes of the centre.