The Hermitage, Chester Le Street, County Durham, DH2

Property Details: • Type: Bungalow • Tenure: N/A • Floor Area: N/A

Key Features: • Bungalow In Exclusive Hermitage Estate • 70 Acres Of Park & Woodland • Facilities Include Swimming Pool, Sauna & Gym • Magnificent Hall & Victorian Conservatory • Lake Tennis Court & Woodland Walks • Secure Video Entry System • Southerly Facing Back Garden Overlooking Woodland • Garage & Ample Parking • Amazing Lifestyle Opportunity • Viewing By Appointment Only

Location: • Nearest Station: N/A • Distance to Station: N/A

Agent Information: • Address: 3 Front Street, Chester Le Street, DH3 3BQ

Full Description: 2 The Stables occupies a wonderful location within the Hermitage Estate. Located in the outer courtyard, this individual bungalow is one of the few properties that enjoy the benefit of their own private back garden, with a south-facing aspect and open outlook over the lawns and woodland. The Stables is accessed via the gated courtyard, which provides parking for the five properties set around it. The hall has double doors opening to the stunning, spacious lounge/dining room, measuring approximately 17ft square and featuring a high ceiling with downlighters and double doors opening to the patio and garden. The fitted kitchen includes a cooking range and an extractor canopy. The double bedroom has a large walk-in wardrobe. The spacious refitted bathroom extends to over 12ft and includes a free-standing bath and separate shower enclosure. There is ample parking in the courtyard and in the parking area to the front of the mansion house, but the property also has one of the limited number of large garages within the adjacent block. The Hermitage EstateConstructed at the turn of the 19th Century, this magnificent mansion house is set in approximately 70 acres of park and woodland and typifies the gracious living afforded to the landed gentry of the time. The estate has been sympathetically converted into a limited number of luxury houses and apartments while retaining the priceless character of an historic building. Occupants of the estate have the privileged use of the estate facilities, which include the splendid communal entrance hall, large Victorian conservatory, indoor heated swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna, tennis court, and lake. The extensive grounds provide a beautiful setting with scenic woodland and riverside walks. Remote-controlled gates and a video entry system give access to the estate.Location.The Hermitage is located at the southern fringe of Chester-le-Street. The town is a principal location for those seeking easy access throughout the North East, and the A167, A693, A183, and A1M interchange provide excellent road links. The town, therefore, not only offers an excellent range of shops, schools, and amenities but also easy access to Durham City, Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, and the major airports at Newcastle and Teesside. Chester-le-Street also offers a railway station on the main east coast line.Tenure: LeaseholdTerm: Extended Lease 174 years from 28th May 2014Ground Rent: PeppercornService Charge: £5,620.50 for financial year ending 31st October 2024Agents Notes:Tenure: LeaseholdThe Hermitage is Grade ll ListedCovenants: Standard estate covenants affect the property. Details are referred to in the Land Registry Title Register and the renewed lease, which are available for inspection. The covenants are contained within the original lease dated 31st March 2000 from McCarrick Construction Company Limited.Council Tax Band: D (Durham County Council)Conservation Area: NoSelective Licencing Area: NoMains Services: Gas, Electricity, Water, SewageBroadband: Superfast fibre broadband is available in the postcode. BT and Sky satellite/fibre TV are also available.Mobile Coverage: Major networks provide mobile coverage.Flood Risk: Rivers & Seas – No Risk; Surface Water – Very LowBrochuresWeb Details