3 bedroom detached house for sale

Upper Weardale Hidden Gem – Former Schoolhouse with Cinema History, Move-In Ready Interiors & Timeless Character
Welcome to Barrington Hall – a rare and remarkable detached home in the North Pennines AONB. Built in 1819 by Bishop Shute Barrington as the village schoolhouse – and later transformed into a community cinema in the 1930s – this distinctive property blends rich local history with modern comfort and creativity.

Ideal as a main residence, second home, rural retreat or unique holiday let (STC), the house is beautifully renovated and move-in ready, with over 1,560 sq ft of versatile living space arranged over three levels.

At its heart is the cathedral-ceilinged living room – a dramatic, light-filled space with exposed beams, feature stonework, and a powerful 12 kW log burner. The handmade kitchen has a warm, country feel with its AGA Rayburn and outlook to the side garden.

A hallway leads to the principal bedroom, which features the original school caretaker’s fireplace. In total there are three bedrooms, a family bathroom with bath and thermostatic mixer shower, and a cloakroom WC with utility area. A restored sunroom opens directly onto the garden.

Recent works include:
– New flooring to c.75% of the house
– Eight new column radiators
– Upgraded electrics with Nest controls
– Secondary glazing to key windows
– Recent Grant oil boiler (serviced 2025)
– Full redecoration throughout
– Bespoke hardwood windows and external doors

Outside, the home sits within beautifully maintained gardens, enclosed with stone walls and secure fencing. There’s a small stream, seasonal waterfall, off-road parking, and immediate access to walking paths leading to Cross Fell, Burnhope Reservoir and the River Wear.

Fibre broadband is already live – making the property WFH-ready.

Internal area: 1,561 sq ft / 145 sqm
Freehold | Not Listed | Wearhead Primary School (Ofsted Good)

Barrington Hall offers not just a house – but a way of life. Where history meets nature, and character meets comfort

MATERIAL INFORMATION:

In compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material information in property listings Guidance

PART A
Local Authority – Durham County Council
Council Tax Band – E
Tenure – Freehold

PART B
Property Type – detached
Property Construction – Stone
Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls
Electricity supply – Mains
Water Supply - Mains (unmetered)
Sewerage – Mains
Heating - Oil fired boiler with radiators
Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website -
Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website – Parking: off road parking - Scope to create a driveway with clever landscaping

PART C
Building Safety – The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm
Restrictions - None
Rights & Easements- An Easement is noted on the title dated 1976
Flood risk – very low
Coastal Erosion - NA
Protected Trees – no
Conservation area – Yes and within the North Pennines area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Planning Permission – no
Accessibility – The property has not been altered for accessibility
Mining Area – no
Selective License Area – no

No other Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor. This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing. However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.
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