Property description

Stylish, Luxury City Centre Detached House with Five Double BedroomsA fabulous and unique property situated on the cobbled street of Crossgate in the heart of Durham City. Linthorp House has a great deal of style and character, having been comprehensively and sympathetically re-designed for the current owners by a local architect, extensively and tastefully refurbished to a high standard, some three years ago. The house now provides very spacious, contemporary accommodation on three floors and with the benefits of recent remodelling offers a delightful family home, yet is situated in the heart of this historic City's conservation area. The accommodation includes an oak floored reception hallway which leads onto the two reception rooms to the front of the property, a formal dining room and study. Also on the ground floor and to the rear lies the focal point of the property ; the breakfasting kitchen, with Aga cooker and solid wood Crown Imperial cabinets, which is open plan together with the lounge. This modern family living area incorporates an inset fireplace with impressive wood burning stove and an abundance of natural light from the two sets of bi-folding glass doors, providing access and open views to the stunning south facing landscaped garden.To the first floor of the property lies the spectacular master suite which overlooks the rear elevation with an impressive vaulted 'Cathedral Window' feature. Two further double bedrooms with ample en-suite facilities are also on this floor. The two remaining double bedrooms are situated to the second floor and share a family bathroom on this level.The front elevation is double fronted with traditional wood bay sash windows providing an outlook to the cobbled street. To the rear the elevated position provides magnificent year-long views over the Cathedral and Castle. Externally the south facing ,stone flagged terrace is split level making it a versatile outdoor space which is ideal for relaxing and entertaining, benefitting from a high degree of seclusion and privacy. Additionally there is an abundance of practical external storage facilities.The property benefits from two on-street parking permits at a small annual cost and is just a short walk away from the city centre with its meandering streets and wide variety of leisure, retail and cultural facilities. A number of excellent state and private schools are also within close proximity. The property provides easy access to the stunning city and river banks as well as to the main railway station with intercity connections throughout the country. Junction 62 of the A1M motorway is located only 2 ½ miles to the east with access provided via the A690 and this, in turn, provides access to both Newcastle to the North (18 miles) and Leeds to the south (70 miles).Energy Rating D.

Property Features :

• VIEWING STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
• Stylish, Luxurious and Sophisticated City Centre Detached Property
• Five Double Bedrooms, Three with Ensuites
• Spacious Contemporary Accommodation Spread Over Three Floors
• Situated in the Heart the City´s Historic Conservation Area