The Property
Approached through a pair of stone pillars leading to a private drive and set behind a gated entrance in the heart of the Lanchester conservation area, Prospect House is a distinguished Grade II listed Georgian property of considerable architectural and historical interest. Built in finely dressed sandstone beneath a traditional natural stone roof, the house retains a wealth of period features including high ceilings, working shutters, sash windows, deep skirtings, window seats, cornicing, panelled doors and ornate fireplaces. The property has benefited from significant renovation, with external works including a new roof and comprehensive re-pointing, and internal upgrades such as renewed wiring, plumbing and a modern central heating system, alongside other improvements that enhance both comfort and efficiency. Offering generous accommodation arranged over two floors and complemented by a large three-bedroom cottage, the setting is both private and central, just a short walk from village amenities and within easy reach of Durham, Newcastle and national transport links.

Prospect House is spacious and well-proportioned, with elegant formal rooms and practical service areas designed to suit modern living. A traditional entrance hall, with high ceilings, wall paneling and original joinery, leads to the principal reception rooms. To one side lies a formal dining room with an open fireplace and sash windows facing onto a formal lawned garden. Opposite, there is a striking open-plan living and dining space providing flexibility for family use, featuring an open fireplace and dual-aspect sash windows that draw light into the room. This central living space flows directly into the orangery at the rear. The orangery itself offers a tranquil, garden-facing retreat with a pitched natural stone roof above full-height glazing to three sides. French doors open directly onto a secondary lawn, providing a natural connection between indoor living and the south-facing garden beyond.

The kitchen is traditionally styled, with light pear wood cabinetry, slate tiled floors, and a central island incorporating a large breakfast bar. There is ample work surface, generous storage, and a full range of integrated appliances including a gas hob, dishwasher and fridge. A rear lobby leads to a ground floor WC and utility room, while also providing direct access to the cottage and a charming rear courtyard.

Upstairs, a generous landing leads to four well-proportioned double bedrooms, all with elevated views across the garden or surrounding village. The principal suite features a walk-in dressing room, a private en-suite bathroom with a bath, separate shower, panelled bath surround and tiled walls leading to a small laundry room The remaining bedrooms are served by a large family bathroom, similarly, finished with traditional detailing and fitted with both bath and shower.

Prospect Cottage
Prospect Cottage is a substantial stone-built annex, well suited to multi-generational living or operation as a high-quality holiday let, with proven income potential in the region of £40,000–£50,000 per annum. It has a traditional cottage aesthetic with exposed timbers, stone features, oak flooring throughout the ground floor and a versatile three-bedroom layout across two floors.

The entrance opens into a bright breakfast kitchen, fitted with pale wooden cabinetry, a central island oven and hob, an integrated fridge-freezer, and ample space for informal dining. Beyond, a cosy sitting room with beamed ceiling and cast-iron stove which leads into a formal dining room, which could equally serve as an additional living space. This room features an exposed brick fireplace and French doors opening onto a private courtyard. At the far end, a secondary sitting room offers further flexibility and includes a second staircase to the first floor.

Upstairs, there are in total three good-sized double bedrooms, including one set into the eaves with exposed timbers, adding a touch of character. These are served by a traditional-style bathroom with cherry wood-panelled inset bath, travertine tiled walls and a modern white suite and a ground floor shower room. The annex looks over a private courtyard and to the front, a small garden and main drive.

Externally
Approached by a private tree lined drive, the grounds at Prospect House extend to approximately 0.6 acres and have been thoughtfully landscaped to provide a high degree of privacy and a series of sheltered garden spaces. Mature trees, traditional natural stone boundary walls and well-tended borders provide structure and privacy throughout.

The main garden is protected by mature trees and laid to lawn. The side garden, accessed from the orangery, is again laid to formal lawn with herbaceous beds and specimen trees. Paved terraces provide multiple options for outdoor dining and entertaining, while a gravel path meanders through the borders to a more informal seating area beneath the trees.

The gated driveway opens to a generous parking area in front of the main house, with further courtyard parking outside the cottage. A detached stone-built garage with stairs to a converted first-floor space provides further potential, suitable for a home office, gym or studio.