While some people couldn't countenance a view that didn't encompass rolling hills, with the only sign of neighbours being the sheep and cattle dotted around the green fields stretching into the distance, there are others for whom that would feel like a slow and lingering death. Isn't it a blessing that we're all different?
If you're of the latter persuasion, and would prefer the buzz of having a spa hotel and golf course on your doorstep, restaurants, bars and fine dining establishments within a stone's throw, neighbours you see every day and the lure of the city just a short drive away, then Mill House at Ramside Park could be the perfect fit.
Built in 2017 and offering a luxurious lifestyle and more than 3,300sq.ft of luxurious accommodation over three levels, Mill House is definitely more WAG than grand old dame.
The internal specification of this stunning property includes automated Smart home technology, contemporary wooden doors, underfloor heating and tiled floors – all topped off by the chicest of finishes and contemporary design.
A grand central reception hall sets the tone for what lies within.
This includes a cloakroom; a study/formal dining room; the garden room/living area which is situated to the rear of the property and allows natural light to flood into the ground floor through full height glazing along one wall; the utility room which provides access to both the gardens and a double garage, a further cloakroom and the breakfast kitchen with pantry off of it.
The heart of this family home, the breakfast kitchen has extensive storage in a range of stunning bespoke fitted units plus integrated appliances and a large central island offering a generous sized breakfasting area. A glazed door opens onto a superb external patio area and from there into the rear garden.
Up a modern glass staircase is the first floor landing area which benefits from skylights and an open gallery over the garden room/downstairs living area.
Off the landing are a stylish family shower room, three double bedrooms and the main living room which is tastefully decorated throughout with full height glazing and a feature log burner in the hearth.
The bedrooms include the master suite which is made up of a stunning main bedroom with a full height window overlooking the rear garden and local woodland beyond, an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and freestanding bath and a dressing area with an extensive range of bespoke fitted wardrobes, plus a full-height window to the front aspect.
Upstairs again on the second floor are a spacious landing area with a useful storage cupboard and skylight windows plus two double bedrooms, each with an en-suite shower room.
Mill House's expansive rear garden is home to patio areas, an established lawn and a children's garden area laid with Astroturf. Mature trees along the rear boundary offer a good degree of privacy, while a block paved driveway to front and side provides ample off street parking and access to the double garage.
Mill House is situated in the secure gated estate of Hill Top Farm in Ramside Park, near Durham City, and is on the market at £1.1m.
For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Urban Base on 0845 6431186.
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