2 bed cottage for sale

Grove Cottages, Birtley, Chester Le Street DH3

Over 60s can secure this property with a Home For Life from Homewise

Through the Home for Life Plan from Homewise, those aged 60 or over can purchase a Lifetime Lease and a share of the property value to safeguard for the future. The cost to purchase the Lifetime Lease is always less than the full market value.

Over-60s customers typically save between from 20% To 50%*.

Home for Life Plan guide price for Over-60s The Lifetime Lease price for this property is £124,000 based on an average saving of 33%.

Market Value Price: £185,000

The price you pay will vary according to your age, personal circumstances and requirements and will be adjusted to include any percentage of the property you wish to safeguard. The plan allows customers to purchase a share of the property value (up to 50%) to safeguard for the future.

For an indication of what you could save, please use our calculator on the Homewise website.

Please call for more information or a personalised quote

Please note: Homewise do not own this property and it is not exclusively for sale for the over-60s.

It is being marketed by Homewise as an example of a property that is currently for sale which could be purchased using a Home For Life Lifetime Lease.

If you are not over 60 or would like to purchase the property at the full market value of £185,000, please contact the estate agent Andrew Craig.
Property description

Situated in a prime location close to Birtley Town Centre, this characterful stone-built, double-fronted detached property presents a rare opportunity for first-time buyers, young professionals, or families seeking a distinctive and conveniently located home. Offering a blend of traditional charm and modern comfort, the property enjoys excellent transport and road links via the A1, making it ideal for commuting to Newcastle, Gateshead, Chester-le-Street, and beyond.

Upon entering, you are welcomed into a feature penny entrance lobby, with a staircase leading to the first floor. The ground floor boasts a spacious lounge with feature wood burner and providing a comfortable space to relax and unwind. The large dining kitchen is a standout feature of the home, benefiting from dual aspect windows that allow natural light to flood in, ample space for dining and entertaining, this kitchen is truly the heart of the home.

Ascending to the first floor, you will find two well-proportioned front-facing bedrooms, both offering plenty of space and versatility to suit individual needs. The accommodation is completed by a modern bathroom offering both style and functionality.

Externally, the property benefits from an enclosed garden to the rear, providing a private and low-maintenance outdoor space, perfect for relaxing or outdoor dining.

With its unique design, prime location, and excellent transport links, this property is a fantastic find in Birtley. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate and avoid disappointment.
Entrance lobby
Staircase leading up to first floor.
Lounge 4.96m (16'3) x 3.07m (10'1)
A spacious room with feature wood burner. Window to front.
Dining kitchen 5.17m (17') x 3.21m (10'6)
A breakfasting kitchen with modern fitted kitchen with built in eye level oven, gas hob with canopy over, feature tiled splashbacks and inset sink with mixer tap. Windows to front and side elevations. Exterior door to garden.
First floor landing

main bedroom 4.79m (15'9) x 3.34m (10'11)
A spacious double bedroom with built in storage cupboard. Window to front.
Front bedroom 3.1m (10'2) x 2.74m (9')
A double room with window to front.
Bathroom 2.4m (7'10) x 2.24m (7'4)
Bathroom comprises panel bath with shower over and screen, pedestal wash hand basin and low level wc.
Garden to rear
Enclosed garden to rear with patio area.
Tenure
The property is Freehold.
Tenure
We will provide as much information about tenure as we are able to and in the case of leasehold properties, we can in most cases provide a copy of the lease. They can be complex and buyers are advised to take legal advice upon the full terms of a lease. Where a lease is not readily available we will apply for a copy and this can take time.
Broadband & Mobile Coverage
The Ofcom website states the average broadband download speed of 18 Mbps and a maximum download speed of 18 Mbps at this postcode: DH3 1AW and mobile coverage is provided by Three, O2, Vodafone. The checker results are predictions and should not be regarded as guaranteed.
Council Tax
The website states the property is Council Tax Band: B
The Agent Of The North
Andrew Craig is The Agent of the North and as Chartered Surveyors we can help you with all your Residential and Commercial property needs. Sales, Conveyancing, Lettings, Property Management, Surveys and Valuations. Call now on Money Laundering Regulations
Please note that any offers will require you to be financially verified, meaning you'll need to provide us sight of a mortgage in principle, proof of deposit funds, and proof of cash. You'll also need to provide us with full chain details including agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations all buyers will be required to provide us with proof of identification before we can issue acceptance letters and solicitors are instructed.
Material Information
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure and lease information, fixtures and fittings and, where the property has been recently constructed, extended or converted, that planning/building regulation consents are in place. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only, as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for purpose. We offer our clients an optional conveyancing service, through panel conveyancing firms, via Move With Us and we receive on average a referral fee of one hundred and ninety four pounds, only on completion of the sale. If you do use this service, the referral fee is included within the amount that you will be quoted by our suppliers. All quotes will also provide details of referral fees payable.

EPC Rating: D

The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. Suitable as a retirement home.