East Road, Melsonby

Situation & Amenities
The village of Melsonby has a primary school, church and village hall. There are a number of well regarded state and private sector schools in the area: in Richmond, Barnard Castle, Darlington and Yarm. The popular market town of Richmond is approx 5 miles away; with its shops, restaurants, cinema, swimming pool and Georgian theatre. Darlington, which is approx 8 miles away is on the East Coast Main Line, Teesside Airport is approx 13 miles and Newcastle upon Tyne approx 40 miles. The A1(M) and A66 are easily accessible and approx 1 mile away all of which makes Melsonby an ideal base for the buyer who desires a country setting with good communications links.
The Property
This substantial Grade II listed character property offers a unique opportunity for those seeking a home with history and potential. Dating back to 1787, this stone-built property boasts a double reception room, four bedrooms and two bathrooms, making it ideal for families or those who enjoy having extra space for guests.
The property features an impressive 40-foot reception area, perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the comfort of your home. While the property retains its period charm, it does require modernising and refurbishment, allowing you to put your personal touch on this historic gem.
Situated in a picturesque village location, this home benefits from a peaceful atmosphere while still being within reach of local amenities. With no onward chain, you can move forward with your plans without delay. This is a rare chance to own a piece of history in a delightful setting, making it a must-see for anyone looking to invest in a property with character and potential.
Accommodation
Ground Floor
With entrance door to entrance porch, door to cloakroom/wc, staircase to first floor, doors to kitchen and double reception room. The kitchen includes a matching range of wall and base units incorporating rolled edge worksurfaces with a sink unit, space for freestanding cooker, space for fridge/freezers and door to understairs storage cupboard and further door to living/dining room. One of the stand out features of this property is the substantial 40ft double reception room with living and dining areas, exposed timber beams and stone fireplace, patio doors to courtyard garden.
First Floor
With first floor landing providing access to all first floor accommodation and built-in storage cupboard. There are four bedrooms on this level, one with direct access to the balcony. There is a house bathroom comprising a four piece suite with panelled bath, bidet, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC. There is a also a shower room with step-in shower cubicle, low level WC and pedestal wash hand basin.
Externally
To the exterior of the property there is a mature courtyard garden mainly laid to paving with mature planted borders and stone stairs to balcony area. There are also two useful outbuildings providing storage.
Driveway
Gravelled driveway providing off-street parking with wrought iron gates.
Tenure
The property is believed to be offered freehold with vacant possession on completion.
Local Authority and Council Tax
Durham County Council Tel: 03000 26 00 00.
For Council Tax purposes the property is banded F.
Particulars
Particulars written in July 2026.
Photographs taken in July 2026.
Conditions of Sale - Anti Money Laundering
Should a purchaser(s) have an offer accepted on a property marketed by GSC Grays they will need to undertake an identification check. This is done to meet our obligation under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) and is a legal requirement. We use a specialist third party service to verify your identity. The cost of these checks is £37.50 plus VAT (£45.00 inc VAT) per buyer, which is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued. This charge is non-refundable.
Services and Other Information
Mains electricity, drainage and water are connected. LPG gas central heating.
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