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Approached via a sweeping driveway and original stone steps, The Old Vicarage immediately conveys the stature and elegance of a home designed to be the focal point of village life.
Dating from an era when the vicarage was often the grandest residence in the parish, this updated home retains an abundance of period character while offering the space and flexibility expected for modern family living.
The entrance sets the tone beautifully.
The Old Vicarage is a wonderful combination of modern and period, with bags of elegance and charm (Image: Fine & Country)
Stained glass doors open into the reception hall where original mosaic flooring, decorative cornicing and high ceilings provide an immediate sense of heritage and craftsmanship.
Throughout the home original features have been thoughtfully preserved, from the refurbished timber sash windows with full height shutters to elegant fireplaces, plaster mouldings and generous proportions that create an atmosphere of timeless sophistication.
The principal reception rooms include a formal lounge with a feature fireplace and an expansive bay window with almost floor to ceiling windows that not only frame views across the gardens but fill the room with natural light throughout the day; an elegant dining room that offers a refined setting for entertaining, with dual-aspect windows, a fireplace and beautifully preserved period detailing creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and a drawing room centred around a multi-fuel stove that offers a more intimate retreat.
The Old Vicarage is a wonderful combination of modern and period, with bags of elegance and charm (Image: Fine & Country)
At the heart of the home is a beautifully appointed kitchen where bespoke cabinetry with marble worktops and a Rangemaster cooker combine classic styling with everyday practicality.
An adjoining breakfast room provides an informal space for family life, complete with a wood-burning stove and French doors opening directly into the gardens.
A generous utility room, boot room and shower room complete the ground floor accommodation.
The Old Vicarage is a wonderful combination of modern and period, with bags of elegance and charm (Image: Fine & Country)
The first floor is home to a contemporary refitted family bathroom featuring a freestanding bath, a separate WC and five bedrooms, many of which retain original fireplaces.
These offer exceptional flexibility for growing families, multi-generational living or those seeking a dedicated work from home space.
A secondary staircase linking the first floor to the kitchen reflects the home's original design and adds further character to its layout.
The Old Vicarage is a wonderful combination of modern and period, with bags of elegance and charm (Image: Fine & Country)
Extending to approximately half an acre, The Old Vicarage's gardens have been carefully remodelled to create a landscape that is as beautiful as it is functional.
Sweeping lawns are framed by mature trees and established planting, creating an ever-changing backdrop throughout the seasons and offering complete privacy around the house.
There is also a sheltered walled courtyard that provides a wonderfully private setting for entertaining.
A substantial detached stone-built garage and extensive driveway parking complete The Old Vicarage's offering.
The Old Vicarage is a wonderful combination of modern and period, with bags of elegance and charm (Image: Fine & Country)
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PROPERTY FACTS
The Old Vicarage, Howden le Wear
Price: OIRO £800,000
Fine & Country
0330 1664646
www.fineandcountry.co.uk
The Old Vicarage is a wonderful combination of modern and period, with bags of elegance and charm (Image: Fine & Country)