Peth House
Peth Bank, Lanchester, County Durham
Guide Price
£1,500,000
For Sale
"A beautifully restored country house with refined interiors, landscaped gardens and scope for equestrian use "
The Property
Nestled in a peaceful yet highly accessible setting on the edge of Lanchester, Peth House is a beautifully restored stone-built country house. Set within landscaped gardens and extensive grounds extending to approximately 9.37 acres, it enjoys commanding views over open countryside. Formerly home to equestrian facilities, the site would readily support a return to such use, or equally lend itself to a secluded family home or lifestyle retreat.
This immaculately presented home offers exceptional versatility and has been renovated to an exemplary standard, with thoughtful joinery, carefully selected finishes, and a clear sensitivity to the property’s period character. The ground floor features tiled flooring throughout, with solid wood floors on the upper levels. Bespoke fitted furniture and heritage-style windows with shutters contribute to a consistent sense of quality and craftsmanship, while a split heating system, supported by dual boilers, provides reliable comfort and energy efficiency throughout the home.
The entrance opens into a snug-style reception space, finished with half-panelled walls, tiled flooring, and a Brunel multi-fuel stove. From here, the layout flows effortlessly into a range of inviting rooms. To one side, the main sitting room combines comfort and elegance, with painted beams, garden-facing sash windows, and a wood-burning stove set into a traditional stone fireplace. Across the snug, a study offers a flexible additional reception space or work-from-home retreat, with bespoke cabinetry and serene views of the gardens beyond.
The formal dining room sits at the centre of the home, ideally placed for entertaining. From here, a few steps lead up into the bespoke kitchen, created by The Traditional Furniture Company. As functional as it is striking, the kitchen features hand-painted cabinetry, Caesarstone work surfaces, a central island with double Belfast sink, and a suite of integrated appliances including a dual fuel Wolf range cooker, two dishwashers, and a tall wine fridge. Tucked into one corner of the kitchen, a bespoke built-in breakfast nook creates a relaxed and inviting space for informal dining. Framed by soft-painted panelling and set beneath twin windows, it offers a sociable setting for morning coffee or casual meals, with integrated bench seating.
Beyond the kitchen, a light-filled garden room continues the sequence, with a lantern glass roof and garden-facing windows that frame the view. French doors open directly onto the terrace, creating a seamless connection to the outdoor entertaining space. Other practical additions on the ground floor include two WCs and a utility room.
Upstairs, the main bedroom suite is a calm and spacious retreat, with a vaulted ceiling, dual-aspect sash windows, and far-reaching views across the valley. A walk-in wardrobe and a luxurious en-suite with twin basins, walk-in shower, exposed stonework and timber finishes complete the space. The second bedroom also benefits from an en-suite shower room and includes bespoke fitted wardrobes by Newcastle Furniture Company. Two further well-proportioned double bedrooms share a contemporary family bathroom with freestanding Ashton & Bentley bath, midnight blue framed walk-in shower, and herringbone tiled feature wall.
Externally
Peth House is approached via electric gates opening to a cobbled courtyard with ample parking and turning space. The house sits beautifully within its plot, which has been thoughtfully designed to offer structure and seclusion, with mature trees and boundaries to either side. A gravelled drive leads to a substantial detached triple garage and workshop, with power, lighting, and development potential subject to any necessary consents. Solar panels on the garage roof power the garden lighting, which, along with an automatic irrigation system, supports the care and enjoyment of the grounds.
The gardens are beautifully arranged, combining areas of lawn, structured planting, a formal parterre, and terraced spaces for al fresco dining and quiet retreat. Beyond, the land extends in neat paddocks and gently sloping pasture, regularly visited by local wildlife including a small herd of deer. Once home to stabling and an arena, the land remains ideally suited for reinstatement, subject to permissions.
Key features
Description
Local Information
Peth House is situated on the outskirts of Lanchester, a popular and thriving commuter village set amidst beautiful countryside of mainly pasture and woodland and a short distance from the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Smallhope Burn, a tributary of the River Browney, runs through the Lanchester Valley. The old railway line, now known as the Lanchester Valley Walk, runs between Consett and Durham where it links at each end with a further network of other disused railways and tracks for walking and cycling. At the Consett end the footpath links to the C2C cycle route, an award-winning national cycle route stretching from Whitehaven and Workington in the northwest of England to Sunderland and Tynemouth in the northeast.
In the quaint village of Maiden Law, just 600 meters away, you’ll find the charming Three Horse Shoes Inn, a welcoming local pub. A short journey takes you to the nearby traditional village of Lanchester which boasts an impressive array of everyday amenities including a small supermarket, a farm shop offering fresh local produce, a bank, a pharmacy, and a post office. The village green is frequently used for community events. Nearby Consett offers larger supermarkets, additional shopping and recreational services while the historic cathedral city of Durham, which is very accessible, provides comprehensive professional, cultural, educational and recreational facilities. For schooling Lanchester offers primary and senior schools. There are also excellent private schools available nearby in Durham and Newcastle.
For the commuter, Lanchester is ideally placed for access to the major centres of the north east. The A68 provides access north and south, linking the motorway network and the A69 for quick connection to Newcastle in the east and Carlisle in the west. The A691 offers quick access to Durham and Consett. The Gateshead Metro Centre, Newcastle International Airport, Newcastle and Durham Rail Stations are all extremely accessible, providing excellent transport links.
Accommodation in Brief
Ground Floor
Kitchen/Breakfast Room | WC | Pantry | Garden Room | Living Room | Snug | Dining Room | Study | WC | Utility Room
First Floor
Principal Bedroom with Walk-in-Wardrobe and En-Suite | Second Bedroom with En-Suite | Two Further Bedrooms | Family Bathroom
Externally
Triple Garage/Workshop | Landscaped Gardens | Paddocks
Approximate Mileages
Lanchester Village Centre 0.4 miles | Consett 5.3 miles | Durham City Centre 8 miles | Newcastle City Centre 14.8 miles | Newcastle International Airport 19.3miles
Services
The property is connected to mains water, drainage, electricity, and gas. Heating is provided by a gas-fired central system, with two boilers serving either side of the house and all shower facilities. In addition, solar panels are installed on the roof of the detached garage; these are owned outright and power the external garden lighting.
Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax
Band G
Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.
Agents Note to Purchasers
We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval.
Submitting an Offer
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Location
Peth Bank, Lanchester, County Durham
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