5 bed town house to buy in DH1

Dating back to 1725, this magnificent Grade-II listed property exudes elegance throughout. Whilst embracing its history, it has been upgraded and refined by the current owners to create the remarkable family home that Pattinson Estate Agents are delighted to bring to the market.
The striking front elevation sets the tone for the property, inciting a pleasant first impression. The entrance hallway is a warm invite to the rest of the property, which feels luxurious and comfortable throughout. Starting at the front, the formal dining room - historically used as a doctor's consulting office - is a splendid room to host dinners for up to fourteen people. There is a private study also to the front of the house, offering bespoke oak fitted units and desks. To the rear lies the spectacular open-plan kitchen, family room and breakfast/garden room, which have been extended to create a tremendous, sociable space. The kitchen, which was refitted in 2021, offers an array of integrated appliances (including wine fridge), granite worksurfaces and a huge island with a breakfast bar. Continuing into the family sitting area, natural light floods in through the Velux and original windows. The garden room, historically the wash house, still has original beams to the ceiling but now serves as a light and airy breakfast area, with doors opening out into the garden. There is access into the pantry/utility room, which was once the pharmacy, and into the cellar.
The grand staircase, mentioned by Nicholas Pevsner in his 'Buildings of England: County Durham' architectural guide, leads to the first floor landing, featuring a sunny seating area ideal for reading whilst enjoying stunning views over the garden. The drawing room expands the entire 30ft width of the front of the property, providing a sophisticated and warm living space featuring an original marble fireplace which is still used regularly. The main bedroom has been extended to create a dressing area and to accommodate fitted wardrobes. The bathroom boasts a five-piece suite, comprising the original cast iron bath, walk in shower, WC, hand basin and bidet.
The second floor landing offers a wonderful study space which also offers views over the rear garden. Three double bedrooms sit on the second floor, all well-proportioned double rooms with feature fireplaces and original windows, two of which also offer views of Durham Cathedral. A family shower room offers a three piece suite, with a glass-block and tile shower and paneling to the walls. The hallway also leads up to the fifth 'tower' bedroom, which was added in the 1850's and shows off gorgeous views over the garden, as well as handy roof access and Velux window to the ceiling.
The extensive garden to the back of the property is ideal for al-fresco dining and offers a summer house built in the sixties, which pivots to catch the sun. A block-paved path stretches to the bottom of the garden, to a gate which leads directly through to walking routes around the River Wear. This is a gardener's dream; a vast, well-maintained space with amazing amounts of potential.
Perfectly described by the current owners as feeling like 'walking in from the city and out into the countryside', this property offers a private residence with a surprisingly quiet and a calming feel throughout, despite being situated in arguably one of most desirable locations in Durham. Old Elvet is located within close proximity to Durham City Centre, summed up by Bill Bryson as a 'perfect little city'. Offering a massive range of entertainment and shopping facilities, nestled in and around hundreds of years of history, not to mention the awe-inspiring Durham Cathedral and Castle and world-renowned Durham University.
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