Auction House / North East

  • For Sale By Unconditional Online Auction
  • Guide Price* : £490,000
  • Bidding Opens 23/03/2026 13:00

The Cottage Hauxley Drive, Chester le Street, County Durham, DH2 3TE

A Substantial Stone-Built Family Home Offering Over 2,690 Sq. Ft. of Versatile Accommodation.

A Rare Auction Opportunity with Flexible Completion, Mortgage Buyer Friendly & Pre-Auction Offers Invited.

Description

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a substantial and beautifully presented stone-built family home offering approximately 250 sq. metres (2,691 sq. ft.) of versatile accommodation arranged over three floors, set within a highly desirable residential location.

This charming and characterful property seamlessly blends traditional features with modern living, making it ideally suited to families, professionals, or buyers seeking generous space with flexible usage.

Property Overview

The Cottage enjoys an attractive stone façade and occupies a private, established plot with landscaped gardens, paved patio seating areas, and driveway parking leading to an integral garage. Internally, the accommodation is well-proportioned, light-filled, and thoughtfully arranged.

Ground Floor

Welcoming porch and entrance hall
Formal dining room
Spacious sitting room
Rear lounge ideal for family living
Well-appointed kitchen
Utility room
Garden room with French doors opening to the rear garden
Ground floor WC
Integral garage

First Floor

Three generously sized bedrooms
Family bathroom

Second Floor

Large principal bedroom with en-suite shower room
Additional bedroom or home office
Useful storage areas

Key Features

Four bedrooms plus office/bedroom five potential
Approx. 250 sq. metres total floor area
Attractive stone-built cottage
Multiple reception rooms
Garden room with garden access
En-suite to principal bedroom
Driveway and integral garage
Mature gardens with patio seating areas

Auction & Buyer Information

Pre-auction offers are encouraged and welcomed
Mortgage buyers welcomed
Extended completion up to 3 months available, if required, subject to pre-approval by the auctioneer
Seller has moved overseas – genuine reason for sale

This is a rare opportunity to purchase a substantial and impressive home via auction, offering both immediate appeal and long-term potential.

Early viewing is highly recommended

Tenure: Freehold

EPC Rating: D

Important Notice to Prospective Buyers

We draw your attention to the Special Conditions of Sale within the Legal Pack, referring to other charges in addition to the purchase price which may become payable. Such costs may include Search Fees, reimbursement of Sellers costs and Legal Fees, and Transfer Fees amongst others.

Administration Charge

Non-refundable £3,600 inc VAT payable on the fall of the virtual gavel..

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* Guide | £490,000
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Unconditional (Immediate Exchange)

Call the team on 0191 908 9691 for more information

Disclaimer: The map preview provided above is for general guidance only and may not accurately reflect the exact location or surrounding buildings. Prospective buyers and interested parties are strongly advised to independently verify the precise location and surroundings before bidding.

Note

  1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
  2. General : While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
  3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
  4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
  5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER AUCTION HOUSE NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.