Summary - Spring Garden Cottage, High Startforth DL12 9AQ
6 bed 3 bath Detached
Flexible rural property with gardens and garage, ideal for multigenerational living.
Main house plus self-contained two-bedroom cottage on one plot
A versatile detached property combining a four-bedroom main house with a self-contained two-bedroom cottage, set on generous private grounds in High Startforth. The stone-built appearance and surviving traditional features give the house character and countryside appeal, while a conservatory and multiple reception rooms create flexible family living and rental potential.
Practical bonuses include a wide driveway and a double garage for several vehicles, plus gardens and mature planting that provide privacy and outdoor space. The cottage could be used for relatives, staff, income, or as separate accommodation while retaining access to the main plot.
Buyers should be aware of several material facts: the advertised total floor area is modest at 732 sq ft for the combined dwellings, the property's construction date range is 1976–1982, and double glazing was installed before 2002. Broadband speeds are very slow locally, and council tax is described as quite expensive. The area records higher-than-average crime levels, which may concern some purchasers.
This house will suit those after a characterful rural base near Barnard Castle who value space outside and flexible accommodation. It will also appeal to buyers willing to update services and interiors to match modern expectations, or investors seeking a two-dwelling setup with rental possibilities.
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