Historic County Durham house with ties to Queen Victoria on market for £1 million

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Dating from the early 19th century and with ties to Queen Victoria, a historic County Durham house has hit the property market.
The Old Vicarage in High Etherley, near Bishop Auckland, is a Grade II-listed residence, and is on the market for offers over £1 million.
The property is architecturally significant and historically rich, having once housed the village's first reverend, George Watson.
With the support of Queen Victoria herself, who purchased 33 copies of a fundraising sermon collection written by the reverend, the house underwent early improvements and expansion.
The property is also noted to have historic links to Lord Armstrong of Cragside.
Set in beautifully landscaped four-acre grounds, the detached former rectory is Tudor in style and constructed from coursed sandstone with ashlar dressings under a Welsh slate roof.
(Image: A&G LAND AND PROPERTY AGENTS) It is set in a quiet part of High Etherley and is surrounded by themed gardens, formal lawns, gazebos, summer houses and peaceful seating areas.
The residence offers six bedrooms, a series of well-appointed reception rooms, a stunning orangery, and a spacious bespoke kitchen with high-quality integrated appliances and an open glass atrium ceiling.
There are an abundance of period features throughout, including working sash windows with shutters, ornate fireplaces, wood panelling and stained glass.
The property also features a modern steam and shower room, multiple cellars and a number of outbuildings including a substantial detached garage with workshop, kitchenette, WC and shower room.
The magnificent grounds are a highlight in their own right. A wrought iron moon-gate leads through to an Italianate garden complete with cascading waterfalls, statues and fountains.
(Image: A&G LAND AND PROPERTY AGENTS) Elsewhere in the gardens are meandering paths, a fruit and vegetable garden, wildlife meadow, and an array of formal and informal areas designed for relaxation and enjoyment.
The village of High Etherley offers excellent access to nearby Bishop Auckland and the surrounding countryside, while Durham, Darlington and the A1(M) are all within easy reach.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of the North East's most impressive period homes. The Old Vicarage has been extensively renovated and thoughtfully extended, presenting in excellent condition throughout, and offers enormous versatility for residential or commercial use.
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The property is offered with no forward chain. Viewings are strictly by appointment and accompanied by the agent.
To arrange a viewing, contact Gareth Jones on 0191 430 3025 or email [e-mail]
For further information, visit www.aglandandproperty.com