Mickleton, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12

This impressive four-bedroom detached home is rich in character and original features, seamlessly combined with high specification fixtures and fittings throughout. Offering exceptional flexibility, the property includes the potential for a self-contained annexe or separate cottage, making it ideal for multi-generational living, guest accommodation or income potential. Completely off-grid and self-sufficient, the property provides a rare opportunity to enjoy an independent and sustainable lifestyle without compromising on comfort or quality. Set within approximately 1.45 acres (0.59 hectares) of land, the grounds also benefit from a stable block, and double garage, creating an attractive prospect for equestrian enthusiasts or those seeking a spacious rural retreat. Available with no onward chain.

The Property
The principal dark green composite entrance door opens into a stone-built vestibule, providing a practical space for coats and boots and featuring traditional stone-flagged flooring. Beyond, a glazed timber door leads into a welcoming central hallway where two west-facing windows flood the space with natural light. Finished with limestone effect vinyl floor tiles, the hallway also benefits from a built-in cloaks cupboard and provides access to the principal reception rooms.

The living room is a superbly proportioned and wonderfully bright space, enjoying windows to three elevations that frame panoramic views across the surrounding countryside. Stripped and varnished floorboards enhance the room's character, while an impressive original stone inglenook fireplace with a woodburning stove provides a striking focal point. Together with traditional style double glazing and insulated external walls, this creates a cosy yet spacious living environment.

At the heart of the home lies the impressive living kitchen, a characterful room featuring exposed beams, partially exposed stone walls and a continuation of the limestone effect vinyl tiled flooring. Enjoying a dual aspect overlooking the garden and grounds, the kitchen is fitted with a range of cream shaker style base units complemented by oak effect work surfaces, a cream composite sink, Bosch dishwasher and a Rangemaster freestanding LPG gas-fired oven and hob. Set within a substantial inglenook fireplace is a wood-burning Esse range cooker with double oven and dog bone hotplate beneath a substantial timber lintel.

Off the kitchen is a useful large pantry with additional understairs storage where there are electric points and space for white goods and further convenient boot and coat storage.
A half-glazed door leads through to the utility room and rear porch, which offers additional worktop space, plumbing for appliances and direct access to the rear garden via a dark green composite cottage style door.

A door from the kitchen opens into a central hallway with a generous storage cupboard which houses the Viessman LPG combination boiler. The boilers’ heating and hot water is connected via the Viessman App and may be controlled remotely, and the central heating is controlled by Hive App and portable thermostat. All radiators have thermostatic valves.

It is here that the property demonstrates its exceptional flexibility, offering, subject to the necessary consents, potential to create a self-contained annexe. To one side is a ground-floor shower room, finished with tiled flooring and full-height wall tiling, incorporating a large walk-in shower, vanity unit with wash basin, WC, and additional storage cupboards.

Beyond lies a second living room, a bright and inviting space featuring reclaimed oak parquet flooring, French doors opening onto the terrace and gardens, and far-reaching views across Teesdale. Bespoke shelving and storage units flank a handcrafted oak fireplace with woodburning stove, while there is ample space for both dining and seating areas, making it ideal for entertaining.

The property benefits from two staircases leading to the first floor. The principal staircase rises to a carpeted landing and access to two spacious and almost symmetrical king size bedrooms. Both rooms enjoy delightful countryside and dale views through traditional cottage-style windows and rooflights (with built in blinds) and fitted wardrobes while offering ample space for additional furniture and seating. Off the landing there are two large eaves storage areas providing excellent additional storage with one currently used as a wardrobe. Access to the loft is located from this landing.

The family bathroom has been beautifully appointed and features a vanity unit incorporating a wash hand basin and WC, together with additional built-in storage. There is a bath with handheld shower attachment, while oak effect LVT rigid core flooring and waterproof Nuance splashback wall cladding provide a practical finish. A rooflight frames delightful east facing views across the dale.

The second staircase rises to a separate first-floor carpeted landing serving two further generously proportioned double bedrooms with conservation-style rooflights and countryside views from gable-end windows. A useful storage area is also accessible from this landing.

Externally, the property occupies a generous plot extending to approximately 0.59 hectares (1.45 acres) and enjoys a stunning rural setting with far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside and Teesdale beyond. Accessed via an electric-gated driveway (operated remotely by fob), the property opens onto a neatly gravelled forecourt with hardstanding, creating an attractive and welcoming approach.

A detached block built and rendered stable block provides excellent equestrian facilities, comprising two stables together with external lighting, power and water supplies. Attached to the stable block is a newly constructed double garage, offering ideal accommodation for vehicles, machinery or general storage. Adjoining the stables is a plant control room housing the equipment for the property's power, battery storage and water systems.

To the rear, the gardens are attractively landscaped with a variety of mature shrubs and trees. Adjoining the house are two traditional stone outbuildings which, subject to the necessary consents, offer potential for incorporation into the main dwelling, conservatory or alternative uses. A beautifully sheltered seating area has been created using sandstone paving and gravel, providing the perfect setting for outdoor dining and relaxation.

Tenure & Possession
Freehold with vacant possession

EPC Rating
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Local Authority
Durham County Council
Banded E for tax

Utilities
Green Rigg offers a rare opportunity to acquire a fully off-grid and highly self-sufficient home, combining modern practicality with sustainable rural living.

Electricity is generated via an extensive array of photovoltaic solar panels installed on the stable block and garage roofs to battery storage which is supplemented by a small wind turbine. There is a diesel generator which can be remotely controlled as the main back-up and an additional generator providing further resilience and security of supply. Further expansion to the system can be made if required. The property's water is sourced from a private borehole, with filtration and pressure systems in place. Drainage is provided by a private septic tank. Together, these systems provide a comprehensive infrastructure that supports independent living without compromising on comfort, convenience or reliability.

Notes
There is a right of access for a neighbouring property to access a spring water tank.

Parking
There is a double garage and ample gated off street parking.

Characteristics
The property has a broadband connection with fibre broadband connections available at the end of the lane with a download speed of 36mbps. There is mobile coverage over most networks. Interested parties are advised to perform their own due diligence in respect of availability.
Mains electricity also runs at the end of the driveway if there is a wish to connect to the national grid.

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Location
Mickleton is a highly sought-after Teesdale village offering a strong sense of community and an excellent range of local amenities, including two traditional public houses, a garage and a thriving village hall. More comprehensive shopping, educational and leisure facilities are available in nearby Middleton-in-Teesdale and the historic market town of Barnard Castle.

Surrounded by some of the region's most beautiful countryside, the village provides easy access to the many attractions of Teesdale, while the stunning landscapes of North Yorkshire, Weardale, the Lake District, Northumberland and the East Coast are all within comfortable driving distance.

For commuters, the A66, A67 and A1(M) offer convenient connections to the North East's principal commercial centres, while Darlington Main Line Station and Teesside International Airport provide excellent national and international transport links.