Converted from the original wheel house of Stodhoe farm, hence it's name. The Wheelhouse is the very best of both worlds meticulous planning and design has gone into creating a wonderful home blending character, equestrian facilities and modern styling perfectly.
Meandering through the private track through open fields towards the property the feeling of open space is restful as you approach the home and sets the tone for the location and the setting.
The property enjoys a landscaped garden, detached two storey double garage and driveway. There is a stable block with five stalls and a 2.5 acre paddock. In addition to the rear of the property there is a further 0.5 acre of land which the current vendor had intended to establish an orchard but which could be incorporated into the house garden very easily.
The accommodation is spacious throughout with a high end finish and stylish decor. The homely feeling that greets you as you step into the entrance porch is continued within the home. Earthy tones, solid wooden doors and staircase plus the vaulted ceilings and exposed beams all add character harking back to the origins of the building.
The current vendor enjoys home stabling with a five horse stable block, hay shed and large paddock within this tranquil setting. Whilst enjoying the convenient access to the village and the amenities there. Along with ease of access to Darlington, Teesside and the excellent transport links to the A1M. There is a local train station at Dinsdale and Durham Tees Valley airport is close by.
The property is warmed by oil central heating with the addition of underfloor heating to the ground floor and is double glazed throughout. During the conversion attention was paid to the efficiency of the home with the required insulation and building regulations.
Externally, the property further accommodation with a purpose built garden room which is currently a home bar with a handy WC. This sits on a large patio with canopy housing a hot tub, which has a picture window to take in the beautiful views and sun sets while you soak. In addition there is a detached two storey, double garage which has a staircase up to the first floor which is currently a gym but is versatile space and covers the current demand for home offices.
Never has the phrase viewing is highly encouraged to fully appreciate this stunning home been so true. A wonderful family home that you will fall in love with.
TENURE: Freehold
COUNCIL TAX: F
A solid oak wooden door opens into the reception porch area,built in oak which is of a good size and has stone flooring. An oak stable door opens into the kitchen, dining and living area.
This generous space is open plan to allow for a superb social and family space. The kitchen has been fitted with a quality range of cabinets by PWS Kitchens and which are in contrasting tones and complimented by granite worksurfaces. The Falcon range is cooker is fueled by LPG gas and the centre island offers informal dining and has an integrated wine fridge.
The room can easily accommodate a large family dining table and large soft seating. The living area has a TV point and bi-fold doors which take in the views over the open countryside and there is a further window in the kitchen area. The room has a marble tiled floor with under floor heating the original beams are in situ and there is a modern log burning stove casts a cosy glow when required at the heart of the this home.
There is also a large storage cupboard.
A convenient space with solid wood worksurfaces, sink and cabinets. There is plumbing for an automatic washing machine and space for a tumber dryer and the central heating boiler is situated here also.
The room has a window to the side.
A solid oak staircase and attractive Karndean flooring are the features of this area. The hallway accesses the lounge, second sitting room and ground floor shower room/wc. There is a stable door opening into an enclosed private courtyard and a large understairs storage cupboard.
The formal sitting room also enjoys views across the open countryside and is stylishly decorated with deep cornice to the ceiling and a stone built inglenook fireplace brings character with a log burning stove adding the cosiness.
The second reception room is of a good size with a Karndean floor and under floor heating. There is a window to the side aspect and the room is neutrally decorated.
Convenient bathing facilities to the ground floor with a corner shower cubicle with mains fed shower, WC and hand basin.
A galleried landing with solid oak balstrade. There is a vaulted ceiling and dual aspect windows. The landing leads to all four bedrooms and the family bathroom/wc.
The principal bedroom of the home in a generous double bedroom with a large picture window to the front of the property which you can enjoy walking up to glorious views across the open fields. The room has built in wardrobes and benefits from en-suite facilities.
With a large walk in shower cubicle with mains fed shower. The vanity handbasin is positoned within a useful vanity storage cupboard and WC.
Bedroom two is also a large double bedroom with large wardrobe overlooking the rear aspect.
The third double bedroom, a mirror version of bedroom two over looks the front aspect.
This double bedroom has a vaulted ceiling a built in double wardrobe and overlooks the rear aspect.
A statement family bathroom with a large walk in shower cubicle and freestanding double ended bath, there are two handbasins mounted on a tiled plinth. There is a built in linen cupboard and the room is finished neutral travertine tiling.
The property occupies a large expanse of land. The house gardens have been landscaped and mainly laid to lawn with paved patio seating area and outside kitchen with stone built pizza oven. Stepping stones across the lawn lead to a porcelain patio area with canopy covering a hot tub. There is a purpose built garden building measuring 5.74m x 3.61m and is currently a home bar and entertaining area with electrics and a log burning stove there is also a convenient WC. With picture windows looking into the stables,grazing field and the extended views.
The detached two storey double garage measures 6.49 x 5.34 and has two sets of double timber doors, light and power. An internal staircase leads up to the first floor and is currently used as a home gym with a window enjoying the views. There is also a storage cupboard.
The driveway immediately infront of the property allows for off street parking for four vehicles and there is an electric vehicle charging point. Additional parking for four vehicles is also available within the grounds. The stables block was purpose built with five stalls,water and lighting. The paddock is 2.5 acres and in enclosed by fencing.