Summary - DALEHEAD, SANDY BANK, RIDING MILL NE44 6HT
6 bed 3 bath Detached
Spacious 6-bed mid-century home on over half an acre with strong renovation potential..
Six bedrooms and three bathrooms across a flexible, 2,628 sq ft layout
Vaulted upstairs living with balcony and broad picture windows
Large annexe bedroom (23ft+) with en‑suite and separate garden room
Plot over half an acre with mature hedging and potential for secondary dwelling
Requires full modernisation; dated interiors and assumed no cavity wall insulation
Single detached garage and driveway parking for multiple vehicles
Expensive council tax band; above-average local crime rate to note
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; good commuter links
Dalehead is a substantial mid-century detached house in Riding Mill offering exceptional space and strong renovation potential. The upside-down layout places light-filled principal rooms upstairs with vaulted ceilings, a south-facing balcony and broad picture windows framing garden and Tyne Valley views. Downstairs provides flexible family accommodation including a large annexe bedroom with en-suite and a bright garden room opening onto mature lawns.
Sitting on over half an acre, the plot is a major asset: mature hedging and trees provide privacy, and the wide, gently sloping garden lends itself to landscaping, leisure or possible subdivision. Subject to planning, the site may offer scope for a secondary dwelling or ancillary accommodation, which could appeal to families needing multi-generational space or buyers considering rental income.
The interior is dated and requires a comprehensive modernisation to meet contemporary standards. There is no confirmed wall insulation and many finishes will need updating; the house is therefore best suited to buyers prepared to invest in renovation. Practical considerations include an expensive council tax band and the local area’s above-average crime rate, which should be factored into budgeting and security planning.
This property will suit a family or buyer seeking a generous, characterful home with long-term upside through refurbishment and plot potential. Its village setting, fast broadband and excellent mobile signal make it practical for commuting or remote working, while local schools, clubs and transport links add everyday convenience.
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