5 Douglas Close

Northumberland, TD15 1PG

Northumberland, TD15 1PG

2 Receptions
5 Beds
3 Baths
2067 Sq ft

Rarely available, this most impressive detached family home is positioned on a corner plot in a very sought-after residential area on the edge of the town. The house has been in the same family since being built in 1974 and offers spacious and well-presented accommodation over two floors, generous gardens and a double garage. Ideally situated for transport and amenities, there are regular bus services into the town centre and two supermarkets, shops and a coffee shop within easy walking distance and the train station is only a fifteen-minute walk away.

Description

5 Douglas Close forms part of a small select development of family homes completed in 1974 and these homes rarely change hands, as the internal space, good-sized plots and excellent edge of town location is loved by owners. This particular house is in a lovely elevated corner position at the end of the cul-de-sac and offers views of the sea from the front aspect.

Ground Floor

The house is approached over a large mono-block driveway providing ample parking for several vehicles that leads up to the house and double garage. The front door opens into a spacious vestibule with a part-glazed door leading through into the hall, with stairs rising to the first-floor and an understairs storage cupboard. The open-plan sitting room and dining area is a large-L-shape with windows to the front and rear and double doors leading into the conservatory to the rear of the house. The sitting room is filled with natural light from its double aspect and there is a feature gas fire with hearth and surround. The conservatory is a bright reception with French doors leading out into the garden. The kitchen-breakfast room is to the rear of the house with a window overlooking the back garden and fitted with a range of floor and wall-mounted units with counters over. There is a good mix of drawers, pan drawers and cupboards and there is an integral oven, grill, five-ring gas hob and extractor over. A door leads from the kitchen into the good-sized utility room with a window to the rear and doors leading out to both the front and rear. There are floor and wall-mounted units with countertops over and stainless-steel sink and drainer with mixer tap. The utility has plumbing for a washing machine and space for a dryer. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a double en-suite bedroom to the front of the house, ideal for guests or a teenager. The en-suite comprises a double walk-in mains shower and a vanity unit housing the basin and WC.

First Floor

Stairs rise from the hall to a half-landing with a picture window affording sea views and then up to the landing, with a hatch giving access to the loft space. The master bedroom has a window to the rear, fitted wardrobes and an en-suite, comprising an electric shower, WC, basin and bidet. There are three further bedrooms, two doubles and a generous single and the family bathroom, which has a window to the front and comprises a bath, basin, WC and an airing cupboard.

Outside

To the front of the house is a large mono-block driveway providing ample off-street parking. The front garden is mainly laid to lawn with a range of mature plants and shrubs. The fully enclosed rear garden has mature hedging, a lawn, patio and a timber shed. The double garage has power and light, an electric roller door and fitted shelving for storage.

Summary of Accommodation

Accommodation Comprises

Ground Floor
Vestibule, Hall, Sitting Room, Dining Area, Conservatory, Kitchen-Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Double En-Suite Bedroom.

First Floor
Landing, Master Bedroom (En-Suite Bathroom), Three Further Bedrooms, Family Bathroom.

Outside
Generous Private Driveway, Off-Street Parking, Double Garage, Landscaped Garden Grounds.

General Remarks & Information

Fixtures and Fittings:

Only appliances specifically mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale price. In all other aspects the treatment of fixtures and fittings within the relevant Conveyancing Standard Clauses apply.

Services:

Gas heating, mains water, electricity, broadband, telephone (subject to telephone providers’ regulations).

Viewing:

By appointment through Berwick. 50 Hide Hill, Berwick‑Upon‑Tweed, TD15 1AB. Email: amy.brown@rettie.co.uk Tel: 01289 334 532

Offers:

Offers should be submitted to the selling agents Rettie & Co. A closing date by which offers must be submitted may be fixed later. Please note that interested parties are advised to register their interest with the selling agents in order that they may be advised should a closing date be set. The seller reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.

Council Tax Band:

D

Postcode:

TD15 1PG

Tenure:

Freehold

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  1. The property is sold with all faults and defects, whether of condition or otherwise and neither the seller nor Rettie & Co. or Rettie LLP’s, the selling agent, are responsible for such faults and defects, nor for any statement contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said agent.
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Location

5 Douglas Close is situated in an established and sought after residential development and is within easy access of the town centre and railway station.

Berwick-upon-Tweed is famous for its stunning architecture, has a wide selection of amenities and is well serviced with local and national shops, five national supermarkets and schooling for all ages including a private school at Longridge Towers. Berwick also has a selection of leisure and sports clubs, banks, public houses, restaurants and The Malting theatre and cinema which offers daily shows and movies. There is a main line railway station which has regular trains to both Edinburgh, Newcastle and London, both Edinburgh and Newcastle are sub one hour travel time and London in 3 hours 20 minutes. There is also the A1 trunk road which bypasses the town and provides easy access both north and south respectively.
The local area has a wide range of popular attractions and activities including Northumberland and Berwickshire’s rugged coastline of unspoilt beaches and beautiful landscapes; Berwick walls and pier are only minutes away while Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve, Bamburgh Castle and the ancient Border towns of Coldstream, Kelso and Melrose are within easy reach. Country and sporting pursuits are also readily available, including hill walking, salmon and trout fishing, riding, hunting and shooting. Golf is available locally; within five minutes walk lies Berwick Golf Course and other courses can be found at Goswick and Eyemouth. Swan Centre in Berwick-upon-Tweed.

Despite Berwick’s proximity to both Edinburgh and Newcastle, the area has a low population and can therefore offer a quality of life that is becoming increasingly rare.

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