Four Bedroom Character Home | Historic Manor House Farm Setting | Three Bath or Shower Rooms | Spacious and Versatile Accommodation

A substantial and characterful four bedroom home forming part of the historic Manor House Farm development, offering generous and versatile accommodation, an impressive living room, separate study, three bath or shower rooms and a fascinating setting on the outskirts of Lanchester.

The Buttery is a distinctive period property forming part of Manor House Farm, an established collection of individual homes whose origins reflect the agricultural heritage of this part of Lanchester. With neighbouring properties bearing names including The Granary, The Maltings and The Farmhouse, the development retains a wonderful connection to its former life as a traditional farmstead.

Believed to date from before 1900, The Buttery has since evolved into a particularly spacious family home. Its accommodation is arranged over two floors and combines the proportions and individuality associated with an older property with a versatile layout well suited to modern family life.

For buyers looking for something beyond a conventional modern home, The Buttery offers an appealing combination of space, individuality and history, all within convenient reach of Lanchester village and Durham City.

Ground Floor

The ground floor is centred around an impressive living room, a wonderfully generous reception space providing considerable flexibility for both relaxing and entertaining. Multiple windows introduce natural light and contribute to the character and atmosphere of the room.

The proportions of this space allow for a variety of furniture arrangements, making it equally suitable for everyday family living or hosting friends and relatives.

Adjoining the main living accommodation is a separate study, ideal for those working from home, but equally suited for use as a snug, playroom or occasional guest space.

A useful ground floor shower room adds further practicality, particularly for larger households or visiting guests.

To the rear of the property sits the kitchen, another well proportioned room offering plenty of space for everyday family life. Direct external access provides a practical entrance and connection with the outside of the property.

First Floor

The first floor continues the sense of space, providing four bedrooms and excellent flexibility for a variety of household requirements.

The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, offering generous proportions and considerable freedom in the arrangement of bedroom furniture.

There are two further well proportioned bedrooms, with useful built in storage available within the accommodation.

The fourth bedroom is more compact and provides a versatile additional space which could work particularly well as a nursery, dressing room, home office or occasional bedroom, depending upon the requirements of the new owner.

A notable feature of the first floor is the bathroom provision. There is a family bathroom incorporating a bath, together with an additional shower room, complementing the shower room positioned on the ground floor.

With three bath or shower rooms across the property, the accommodation is particularly practical for busy family life, providing additional convenience and flexibility when accommodating guests.

A Home with a Story

The name The Buttery provides a fitting link to the property's historic surroundings.

Butteries were traditionally service and storage rooms associated with substantial houses and agricultural properties. Together with neighbouring names such as The Granary and The Maltings, it provides a reminder of the origins and heritage of the wider Manor House Farm setting.

While the individual historic use of The Buttery has not been independently verified, the character of Manor House Farm and the naming of its individual buildings create a setting quite different from a conventional residential development.

For those who appreciate older buildings, traditional architecture and homes with a sense of identity, this connection to the past adds another interesting dimension to the property.

Location

The property occupies an attractive position within Manor House Farm, on the eastern approach to the highly regarded village of Lanchester.

The location offers an appealing balance, with the atmosphere and character associated with a former rural farmstead while remaining conveniently placed for the amenities and community of Lanchester village.

Lanchester is one of County Durham's most established and sought after villages, offering an excellent range of everyday amenities including independent shops, cafés, public houses, restaurants, a pharmacy, convenience stores and other local services.

The village also benefits from a strong sense of community, with recreational facilities, countryside walks and local organisations contributing to its enduring appeal.

Families are particularly well catered for, with Lanchester Endowed Parochial Primary School and St Bede's Catholic School and Sixth Form College serving the local area. Both schools have received Good judgements from Ofsted in previous inspections, although buyers should check the latest published inspection reports and admissions arrangements directly.

For those commuting or travelling throughout the region, the property is conveniently positioned for access towards Durham City, Consett and Chester le Street, with onward road connections to Newcastle and the wider North East.

Regular bus services operate through Lanchester, providing public transport connections to surrounding towns and communities.

The area's history stretches back almost two thousand years. Nearby Longovicium Roman Fort was established during the Roman occupation and stood close to Dere Street, the important Roman route connecting York with settlements further north.

Lanchester subsequently developed as an agricultural community, making the heritage of Manor House Farm particularly appropriate to its wider surroundings.

Tenure and Leasehold Information

The property is offered for sale on a leasehold basis, with approximately 970 years remaining on the lease, providing a substantial unexpired term.

The current ground rent is understood to be £35 per annum, with a ground rent review period of 50 years.

For prospective purchasers, this represents a relatively modest annual ground rent commitment, although it is important to understand that the property remains subject to the terms and conditions of its lease.

Buyers should ask their conveyancer to review the lease documentation carefully, including the ground rent review provisions, any applicable service or maintenance charges, responsibilities for shared areas and any restrictions or obligations associated with ownership.

The information provided is based on details currently available and should be confirmed by the purchaser's solicitor as part of the conveyancing process.

Important Property Information

Tenure: Leasehold

Lease Remaining: Approximately 970 years

Ground Rent: £35 per annum

Ground Rent Review Period: Every 50 years

Local Authority: Durham County Council

Council Tax: Band F

Flood Risk: To be confirmed through the relevant flood risk information services.

TV and Broadband Availability: Ultrafast broadband speeds of up to 1,800 Mbps are indicated as potentially available. Actual speeds and availability will depend upon the provider, connection and individual circumstances. Television service availability should be checked with the relevant providers.

Mobile Phone Coverage: Coverage information should be checked for EE, O2, Three and Vodafone, as signal strength and service availability can vary between networks and within the property.

The information above is provided as a helpful guide for prospective buyers. Where applicable, it has been gathered from information available to us at the time of marketing, however Nested Durham has not independently verified this information or inspected supporting documentation.

We therefore recommend that buyers carry out their own checks with the relevant local authority, utility providers, network operators and other appropriate organisations before making any financial or legal commitment to purchase the property.

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