Summary - UNDERCLIFF THE GARTH CLEADON LANE CLEADON SUNDERLAND SR6 7UX
4 bed 2 bath Village House
Spacious period wing on a massive plot near the coast for family living.
Grade II listed Victorian wing with rich period features and high ceilings|Nearly 2,700 sq ft: four bedrooms, study, large basement for storage or development|Huge landscaped gardens, paved terraces, built-in BBQ and summer house|Short walk to Seaburn Beach; good local schools and commuter links|Freehold with 999-year lease terms governing shared areas and parking|Solid brick walls (likely uninsulated) and older double glazing—upgrade likely needed|Septic tank drainage and slow broadband; council tax described as quite expensive|Listed status restricts alterations and may complicate renovation works
Set within the leafy village of Cleadon, The Garth is a substantial Grade II listed wing of a Victorian manor offering nearly 2,700 sq ft of family accommodation and extensive mature gardens. High ceilings, original fireplaces, wood panelling and a grand reception hall deliver authentic period character while generous reception rooms and a large basement add flexibility for modern family life. The property sits a short walk from Seaburn Beach and local schools, combining village calm with easy commuter links to Sunderland and Newcastle.
The house is best suited to buyers who value historic character and outside space. The formal drawing room, dining hall and garden terraces create strong indoor–outdoor entertaining opportunities; the detached summer house and built-in outdoor kitchen facilities are ideal for social use. Four double bedrooms plus a study provide room for a growing family or for home working, and the large basement offers storage or scope for sympathetic development, subject to consents.
Buyers should note this is a Grade II listed building and part of a long lease arrangement governing shared areas; this will affect permitted works and may complicate alterations. The property has solid brick walls (no built-in insulation assumed), older double glazing, and drainage to a septic tank. Broadband speeds are slow and council tax is described as quite expensive—practical considerations to factor into a purchase of a historic home.
Overall this is a rare opportunity to own a handsome period home on a very large plot in a highly regarded village setting. It will particularly suit families or purchasers seeking a characterful home with significant garden and entertaining space, and those prepared to manage the responsibilities and limitations that come with listed status and older construction.
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