FCH60611

Nestled in an elevated position with breath taking views over the splendid river Tees Durham Dales and beyond. Located on the edge of the picture post card village of Eggleston in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty of the North Pennines. Providing an absolute heaven for walkers. Visit the nearby spectacular waterfalls of Upper Teesdale including High Force or Hamsterley Forest perfect for wildlife watching dark sky gazing to adventure play and challenging mountain biking. There are numerous attractions close by including The Bowes Museum home to an internationally renowned art collection Raby Durham Auckland and Barnard Castles. Durham Cathedral and Egglestone Abbey. Multi-award winning Killhope Victorian lead mine museum and Beamish world famous open-air museum. Entering this magnificent spacious period grand stately home from the landscaped gardens through to the splendid entrance hall with an array of characterful features. Drawing room with piano and roaring open fire perfect for those cooler evenings. Next is the sun room with seating area enjoying spectacular views over the Dales and the river Tees. Followed by the sitting room the perfect place to relax after an epic day out with smart TV/DVD with a selection of DVDs surround sound and open fire ideal for cosy nights in. You are then met will with the wonderful billiards room with full size billiard table table football table tennis array of books USB sockets record player and music system with surround sound with a separate WC located opposite. The large dining room comfortably seats 20 on beautiful high back leather chairs along with the fine oak refectory table. The well-equipped kitchen has a traditional country house Aga choice of gas and electric hobs and ovens to please every chef there is also a large pantry dishwasher American style fridge/freezer with water and ice dispenser wine cooler microwave washer/dryer and dining area. Heading up the rear staircase from the grand stair hall you will find nine spacious individually decorated bedrooms in classic country style all with magnificent views. That include a super-king-size with en-suite bathroom with bath separate shower and WC. Two super-king-size both with en-suite bathrooms with shower over bath and WC. A twin with en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC. Another super-king-size with en-suite bathroom with hand held shower over bath and WC and a further two twin bedrooms. Located at the end of the corridor from the twin bedrooms is a bathroom with shower over bath and WC. A double bedroom and a bathroom with shower over bath and WC located opposite the double. As well as an additional WC. Finally completing the accommodation is the last twin bedroom with an additional double bed. There is also a shower room with shower and WC. Venturing outside to the beautiful landscape mature gardens with seating and picnic areas there is a private bridge leading to ancient woodland and riverbank with walks to explore. There is also a hard tennis court and garden games to enjoy including croquet and boules. Ample private off-road private parking is available directly in front of the house and to the rear. Need to know: 9 bedrooms 4 super king size, 1 double and 4 twins (one with an additional double bed). 5 en suite bathrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 shower room and 2 separate WCs. Aga oven, 2 electric ovens and hobs, 2 electric ovens with gas hobs, American style fridge/freezer with water and ice dispenser, dishwasher, microwave, washer/dryer and wine cooler.. Billiard room with full size billiard table, table football, table tennis, USB points, record player, CD player and surround sound. 2 open fires (first basket of logs included). Electric and central heating included. Ample off road parking. Wi Fi included. 4 dogs welcome. Welcome packs provided. Shop 4 miles, pubs and restaurant within walking distance . Bike storage available. Smart TV/DVD in lounge and USB points and surround sound in lounge and billiard room. Catering available (pre booking directly with owners is essential). 1000 security deposit held by owner.

Price: £3844.00 from Holidaycottages.co.uk

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