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The Hermitage, Chester Le Street, DH2
£225,000
Asking Price
JW Wood
3 Front Street Chester-le-Street DH3 3BQ
0191 388 7245
a.siddall@jww.co.uk
jww.co.uk
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This two-storey property enjoys a very appealing position within this Grade 2 listed mansion. It is situated within the west wing of the building and has pleasant views over The Hermitage grounds and woodland. Parking is provided in the adjacent block paved inner courtyard. This attractive property comprises the former show house for The Hermitage Estate. To the ground floor, the entrance hall leads to the living room/dining room and kitchen. The living room features a large walk-in bay window with French doors opening to the attractive grounds. It also includes a period fireplace, living flame gas fire and corniced ceiling. The dining area is offset from the living room and has a large full-height arched window. The kitchen is fitted with wood grain effect units and integrated appliances. On the first floor, there are two bedrooms which feature an en suite bathroom/wc and an en suite shower room/wc. The master bedroom also includes a raised dressing area. The specifications include gas central heating via radiators, double glazing, and an audio-video security entry system. Viewing is strictly by appointment with  J W Wood.

The Hermitage Estate

Constructed at the turn of the 19th Century this magnificent mansion house is set in approximately 70 acres of park and woodland and typifies the gracious living afforded to the landed gentry of the time. The Estate has been sympathetically converted into a limited number of luxury houses and apartments whilst retaining the priceless character of an historic building. Occupants of the estate have the privileged use of the estate facilities which include the splendid communal entrance hall, large Victorian conservatory, indoor heated swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna, tennis court and lake. The extensive grounds provide a beautiful setting with scenic woodland and riverside walks. Access to the estate is provided by remote-controlled gates and a video entry system.

Location.

The Hermitage is located at the southern fringe of Chester-le-Street. The town is a principal location for those seeking easy access throughout the North East and excellent road links are provided by the A167, A693, A183 and A1M interchange. The town therefore not only offers an excellent range of shops, schools and amenities but also easy access to Durham City, Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland and the major airports at Newcastle and Teesside. Chester-le-Street also offers a railway station on the main east coast line.

Tenure: Leasehold

Term: 99 years from 1st January 1999

Ground Rent: £150 per annum for the first 33 years of the term, £200 per annum for the next 33 years of the term and £250 per annum for the remaining period of the term.

Service Charge: £5,620.50 for financial year ending 31st October 2024

Agents Notes:The Hermitage is Grade ll Listed

Covenants: Standard estate covenants affect the property. Details are referred to in the Land Registry Title Register and contained within the original lease dated 25th January 2002 from McCarrick Construction Company Limited.The Title Register and Lease are available for inspection.

Council Tax Band: F (Durham County Council)

Conservation Area: No

Selective Licencing Area: No

Mains Services: Gas, Electricity, Water, Sewage

Broadband: Superfast fibre broadband is available in the postcode 30 Mbps. BT and Sky satellite/fibre TV are also available.

Mobile Coverage: Major networks provide mobile coverage.

Flood Risk: Rivers & Seas – No Risk; Surface Water –  Low
Land Registry Title Plan
Land Registry Title Plan
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Key Features
Property Type
Flat / Maisonette
Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 Bathrooms
Outside Space
70 acres communal gr
Parking
Allocated Parking
Year Built
2002
Key Details
Floor Area
1,119 ft2
104 m2
Plot Size
Council Tax
Band F
£3,512
Flood Risk
Rivers & Seas
No Risk
Flood Risk
Surface Water
Low
Surface Water Flood Risk
Unlike flooding from rivers, surface water flooding can happen many miles from a river, often in places that people wouldn’t expect because it’s a long way from a river or stream – it happens simply because there is nowhere else for the rainwater to go. Risk ratings are measured as:
High Risk - an area which has a chance of flooding of greater than 1 in 30 (3.3%) in any one year.
Medium Risk - an area which has a chance of flooding of greater than 1 in 100 (1.0%) in any one year.
Low Risk - an area which has a chance of flooding of greater than 1 in 1000 (0.1%) in any one year.
Very Low Risk - an area in which the risk is below 1 in 1000 (0.1%) in any one year
Conservation Area
No
Land Registry
Tenure
Leasehold
Title Number
DU251080
Lease Start
28 Jan 2002
Lease End
01 Jan 2098
Lease Term
99 years from 1 January 1999
Term Remaining
73 years
Additional Title Plans
DU223107 - Freehold
DU251080 - Leasehold
Mobile, Broadband & TV
Estimated Broadband Speeds
Standard - 13 mbps
Superfast - 30 mbps
Mobile Signal (based on calls indoors)
EE
O2
3 (Three)
Vodafone
Cable/Satellite TV Availability
BT:
Sky:
Virgin:
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The EPC report provides performance data to help you understand the property’s energy efficiency, and can also provide useful additional data regarding power outlets, glazing, hotwater and heating throughout the property.
EPC

Energy rating

D

The Hermitage, DH2

Valid until 31.01.2030

Your energy rating is D(61) and your potential is B(84) A B C D E F G 92+ 81-91 69-80 55-68 39-54 21-38 1-20 Score Energy rating Current Potential 61 | D 84 | B
Additional EPC Data
Property Type: House Build Form: Mid-Terrace
Transaction Type: Rental (private) Energy Tariff: Single
Main Fuel: Mains gas (not community) Main Gas: Yes
Flat Top Storey: No Top Storey: 0
Glazing Type: Double glazing installed before 2002 Previous Extension: 0
Open Fireplace: 0 Ventilation: Natural
Walls: Sandstone or limestone, as built, no insulation (assumed) Walls Energy: Poor
Roof: Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation Roof Energy: Good
Main Heating: Boiler and radiators, mains gas Main Heating Controls: Programmer and room thermostat
Hot Water System: From main system Hot Water Energy Efficiency: Good
Lighting: No low energy lighting Floors: Solid, no insulation (assumed)
Total Floor Area: 104 m2
Asking Price
£225,000
Average price changes for DH2
Detached
+ 36.46%
Semi-Detached
+ 31.7%
Terraced
+ 27.23%
Flat
+ 12.52%
Education Level
Nursery
Primary
Secondary / College
Primary / Secondary
Pin Colour Key (Based on inspection body ratings)
Highest
Lowest
Not Rated
Independent
Bus Stops/Stations
Pin Name Distance
Derwentwater Avenue 0.23 miles
Elterwater Road 0.28 miles
Elterwater Road 0.29 miles
Thropton Close 0.28 miles
Warkworth Drive Bottom 0.27 miles
Local Connections
Pin Name Distance
Felling (Tyne and Wear Metro Station) 7.58 miles
Heworth (Tyne and Wear Metro Station) 7.57 miles
Pelaw (Tyne and Wear Metro Station) 7.72 miles
Ferry Terminals
Pin Name Distance
Newcastle International Ferry Terminal 11.63 miles
South Shields Ferry Terminal 12.11 miles
National Rail Stations
Pin Name Distance
Bullion Lane 0.78 miles
Chester-le-Street Rail Station 0.81 miles
Station Road 0.83 miles
Trunk Roads/Motorways
Pin Name Distance
A1(M) J63 1.79 miles
A1(M) J64 3.12 miles
A1(M) J65 4.15 miles
A1(M) J62 4.12 miles
A194(M) J1 5.02 miles
Airports/Helipads
Pin Name Distance
Airport 14.28 miles
Teesside Airport 23.72 miles
Leeds Bradford Airport 67.5 miles
Irthington 48.97 miles
About JW Wood
JW Wood is the longest serving, family-owned estate agency in County Durham and has been successfully helping people move for over 100 years.

We operate from 6 prominent sales and lettings branches across County Durham and Darlington, with 7 further specialist departments. Our branches work together to ensure whatever your property needs, we make the process as smooth as possible.

Our independence allows us the freedom to offer a completely personal service, which alongside our unrivalled knowledge and industry knowhow, generates the best possible result for our clients.

We are a market leader across County Durham and have over the years been the recipients of several industry awards recognising the performance and dedication of our team.

Where other agents have come and gone, JW Wood has built its foundations on reputation and recommendation – taking particular pride in our attention to detail and customer service.
Adrian Siddall
Adrian was born in Yorkshire but moved to the Durham area in 1971. Having worked for several years at HM Land Registry in Durham, Adrian started his career in Estate Agency in 1988 and achieved a BSc Hons degree in Estate Management. He subsequently joined J W Wood in 1993, later becoming a Director of the firm. The majority of Adrian’s career has been spent in Chester le Street where he lives and with over thirty years’ experience within the property industry, he has seen the extensive development of housing in the area and the effects of rising and falling economies on the housing market. His knowledge of property and his pride in the local area means you can trust his advice and ensure you achieve the best possible price.
Testimonial 1
Great service! Lots of advice and guidance when putting the property on the market. Fantastic communication and regular updates right up to the point of sale.
Testimonial 2
Very friendly and professional team at JW Wood Chester le Street branch who did everything they could to sell my house and keep me up to date on a regular basis. Tracey and Chloe deserve a big thank you for getting me through the stressful process of selling my house. Great service. Well done.
Testimonial 3
Exceptional service from Tracy and team. I would highly recommend JW Wood Chester-le-Street. Very professional and extremely friendly. Thank you so much.
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