Summary - 16 THE DRIVE CONSETT DH8 0DL
2 bed 1 bath Bungalow
Newly renovated two-bed bungalow — low-maintenance living ideal for downsizers..
Detached Scandinavian-style bungalow on elevated plot
New roof, contemporary kitchen, modern shower room with underfloor heating
Garage, long driveway and low-maintenance front and rear gardens
Two bedrooms; compact room sizes for a detached property
Cavity walls as-built with no insulation assumed (may affect efficiency)
Located in a coal mining reporting area — further searches recommended
Freehold; Council Tax Band C; very low local crime
Close to Shotley Bridge village, good schools and country walks
This Scandinavian-style detached bungalow offers a tidy, low-maintenance home ideal for downsizers seeking single-storey living in a desirable Shotley Bridge setting. Recently renovated throughout, the property is presented in contemporary style with a new roof, modern kitchen with Neff appliances, shower room with underfloor heating and gas central heating. The elevated plot provides a pleasant outlook and easy-to-manage front and rear gardens.
Accommodation is compact but well laid out: lounge with log-burning stove, two bedrooms and a bright, practical kitchen dining space. Practical benefits include a long driveway, single garage and double glazing installed after 2002. Council Tax Band C and freehold tenure add predictable running costs, and the area scores highly for affluence and very low crime.
Important considerations: the property lies within a coal mining reporting area, so further searches are recommended. The cavity walls are recorded as originally built without insulation (assumed), which could affect long-term energy performance despite the efficient apex roof. Room sizes are modest for a detached home — buyers seeking very large living areas should view with measurements in mind.
Overall this bungalow suits someone wanting a ready-to-move-into, low-upkeep home close to Shotley Bridge village amenities, good local schools and countryside walking routes. A chartered survey is advised to confirm condition and any site-specific searches prior to purchase.
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