6 bedroom detached house for sale

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.