Nickleby Close, Barnard Castle

Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 4 - Bathrooms: 2

Agent: Anthony Jones Properties - Wynyard Phone: 01740 487627

2 Nickleby Close presents as an exceptional detached family home, thoughtfully designed to combine generous proportions with a refined sense of modern living. It occupies a pleasant position within a sought-after residential setting and is perfectly suited to both everyday family life and entertaining on a larger scale.<br/><br/>The sense of space is evident upon entering, with a welcoming entrance hall setting the tone for the accommodation beyond. The principal living room is particularly impressive, centred around a feature gas fireplace, while patio doors create a seamless connection to the rear garden and draw natural light throughout the space. A separate dining room provides an elegant setting for more formal occasions, whilst a dedicated office presents you with ideal space for home working or quiet retreat.<br/><br/>At the heart of the home, the kitchen offers both practicality and style, fitted with a range of wall and base units alongside a double range oven, electric hob and space for an American-style fridge freezer. The adjoining utility room adds further functionality, complete with Belfast sink and stable door access. Beyond, the conservatory creates an additional substantial reception area overlooking the garden, enhanced by underfloor heating and a glazed roof that allows the space to be enjoyed throughout the seasons.<br/><br/>To the first floor, four well-proportioned bedrooms provide flexible family accommodation. The principal suite enjoys a walk-in wardrobe, dual aspect windows, Juliet balcony and a luxurious en-suite, featuring a freestanding bath and separate shower enclosure. The other bedrooms, generous in terms of their proportions and storage space, are served by a good-sized family bathroom complete with Jacuzzi whirlpool bath and separate shower.<br/><br/>Externally, the property continues to impress with multiple lawned gardens, and beautifully manicured patio and terrace areas, all designed for both relaxation and entertaining. A substantial double garage with storage above, power and plumbing, further enhances the practicality of this outstanding home, while the driveway provides ample off-street parking.<br/><br/>Barnard Castle, that takes its name from Bernard Baliol's fortress, the Norman stronghold we know today, lies beside the River Tees, 16 miles form Darlington. Teesdale is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and home to England's highest waterfall, open moorland, wooded valleys and historic market towns. The setting, complemented by outstanding schools, makes this a perfect location in which your family would surely flourish.<br/><br/>Barnard Castle is a thriving market town, with a cobbled central market place, and even has a its own purpose-built 19th Century Museum. There are a wide range of sporting, musical and artistic outlets to join, and to take part in. For example, The Castle Players amateur dramatics club, Teesdale Operatic Society and The Choral Society, to name just a few. <br/><br/>The precise location of this property presents buyers with several advantages. It is possible to walk to Barnard Castle Surgery, to schools and to local shops and supermarkets. The Castle, The Bowes Museum and Teesdale Leisure Centre are also within walking distance. Being on the North side of town, morning traffic congestion can be avoided, leaving a clear run to major trunk roads and Darlington station where a mainline service runs to London Kings Cross.<br/><br/>CALL NOW TO VIEW <br/><br/>Council Tax Band: F (Durham Council)<br/>Tenure: Freehold<br/>Parking options: Driveway, Garage, Off Street<br/>Garden details: Enclosed Garden, Rear Garden<br/>