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    <title>Property for sale in Startforth, Durham</title>
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      <title>Galgate</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Beautifully refurbished, this Georgian townhouse is set in the heart of Galgate, Barnard Castle. With three bedrooms, two reception rooms with feature fireplaces and two bathrooms, this property is in a prime location, close to all amenities. CALL NOW TO VIEW.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 03:16:17 +0100</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.thehouseshop.com/property-for-sale/galgate-barnard-castle-dl12-8bj/6104248</link>
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      <author>tony.dobbins@anthonyjonesproperties.co.uk (Anthony Jones Properties)</author>
      <dc:creator>Anthony Jones Properties</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[From the outset, this beautiful Georgian Grade 2-listed property looks to have great presence and style. The house has fantastic kerb appeal with its beautiful bay windows and Georgian fa?ade. Inside these bay windows are a number of beautiful window seats from which to watch the world go by. Situated within Galgate, one of Barnard Castle's most sought-after residential locations, this townhouse offers a rare blend of period character, modern comfort and a well-organised lifestyle. It would suit young professionals, a retired couple or even a first time buyer. Equally this property is an excellent investment opportunity, is equipped with new fire doors of solid oak, and is ready to be rented out. 

118 Galgate is different to some high quality properties in that it has no garden space but does have a designated external dustbin area. Having no garden could be a distinct advantage either as a low maintenance rental or, if privately owned, it simplifies its upkeep.  The property is also very close to beautiful parkland and the castle itself, and therefore, getting out into an open space, is easy.  

Arranged across three floors, the home has been thoughtfully updated, while retaining its original charm, creating a welcoming space designed for everyday living.

From the moment you step inside, the quality and attention to detail are immediately apparent. Inset lighting, prime materials and tasteful d?cor bring forth a warm high quality finish. Feature fireplaces, that run throughout the property, add character and a sense of heritage that complements the Georgian architecture.

The living room provides a comfortable retreat, with soft carpeting underfoot, and an electric faux fire delivers a delightful focal point. It's a space that's perfectly suited to relaxed evenings and weekend downtime.

Leading through to the second reception room - the kitchen/dining room - this feels very much like the heart of the home. A log burner creates a welcoming atmosphere in which to dine, while the proportions of the room allow it to be adapted into a space within which you can entertain.

To the rear, the new fitted kitchen has been designed with practicality in mind, is a joy to work in and boasts a very attractive, contemporary finish. With a range of wall and base units, and its serene colour scheme, an AEG induction hob, electric oven and wood flooring, it offers an inviting and functional space in which to cook. From here, access leads into a useful utility room, keeping laundry and household tasks neatly tucked away.

The first floor offers two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both positioned to the front of the property which is south- facing. These offer a range of purposes, including office space or guest accommodation. The 'family' bathroom is also located on the first floor. Very pleasing to the eye, it is fitted with a contemporary bath and an over-the-bath shower arrangement.

The top floor provides a wonderful sense of privacy, making it ideal as a principal bedroom or an office/studio retreat. This third bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes and is complemented by a second bathroom with a shower.

Galgate remains a particularly popular location, thanks to its excellent access to everyday amenities. Within a few hundred paces it is possible to buy freshly-baked bread and to stock up at general food shops and delicatessens. Meet friends at weekends at the numerous cafes  and coffee shops, or visit gift shops and antique shops. The substantial doctors' surgery is 5 minutes walk away and this surgery is supported by a range of hospitals, covering all manner of NHS services. 

The town and community are extremely vibrant and there is plenty to get involved in. From a sports perspective there are a number of clubs including cricket, golf, tennis, athletic,  rugby and swimming clubs. From a cultural point of view, it is possible to get involved in the arts, music and drama.  "The Bowes" is Barnard Castle's own Victorian purpose-built Museum which is stashed full of art work and antiquities. It is set in superb gardens, themselves a joy to either walk or run in. Within these gardens lies the tennis club, and The Bowls Club. There is the Community Choir, The Choral Society and the Teesdale Operatic Society in which to practice singing, and if you would like to try your hand at treading the boards, look no further than The Castle Players, the amateur dramatics group who produce a number of plays throughout the year. In the town hall, known as The Witham, there is ample theatre space for all manner of productions, alongside a range of gift and art shops.

Meanwhile, Barnard Castle's historic town centre, and riverside paths are set close to an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 

The property sits on the North side of the town, enabling commuters to drive towards major road links and trains, without going through the centre of the town. Darlington provides a mainline railway station with a direct express service to London King's Cross. A new car park near the station, which has CCTV in operation enables train passengers to park up and leave their vehicles in a secure area.   

This charming Georgian townhouse presents an ideal opportunity for those seeking character and an easy lifestyle in one of Barnard Castle's most desirable addresses. There is ample on-street parking and large under-the-eaves storage to be found at this property. This is a home that has been carefully refurbished and is ready to be enjoyed by its next owners. CALL NOW TO VIEW.

Council Tax Band: A (Durham Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Electricity supply: Mains
Heating: Gas Mains
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains


GROUND FLOOR  


Living room 
Double glazed window to front,
Single glazed door to front,
Electric fire,
Solid oak fire doors,
Radiator,
Carpet flooring,
Inset lighting,
Hardwired smoke alarm,

Dining Room 
Double glazed window to front,
Radiator,
Log burner,
Hardwired smoke alarm,
Solid oak fire door,
Inset lighting,

Kitchen 
Fitted kitchen,
Wall and base units,
Double glazed window to rear,
1 1/2 bowl sink drainer,
Laminate work surfaces,
Part tiled,
Hardwired smoke alarm,
Electric oven,
AEG induction hob,
Cooker hood,
Consumer unit,
Wood flooring,
Inset lighting,
Plynth heater,
Solid oak fire door,

Utility 
Part opaque door to bin access,
Hardwired smoke alarm,
Radiator,
Wood flooring,
Inset lighting,
Plumbing for washing machine,

FIRST FLOOR: 


Landing 
Stairs from utility,
Stairs to second floor,
Cupboard,
Hardwired smoke alarm,
Carpet flooring,

Bedroom 1 
Single glazed window to front,
Radiator,
Hardwired smoke alarm,
Solid oak fire door,
Carpet flooring,

Bedroom 2 
Single glazed window to front,
Radiator,
Hardwired smoke alarm,
Carpet flooring,


Bathroom 
Single glazed window to rear,
Bath with hand held shower unit,
WC,
Handwash basin,
Extractor fan,
Part tiled,
Inset lighting,
Carpet flooring,
Radiator,

SECOND FLOOR: 


Bathroom 2  
Inset lighting,
Solid oak fire door,
WC,
Handwash basin,
Heated towel rail,
Carpet flooring,
Cupboard with system boiler and water cylinder,
Shower cubicle,
Wall lighting,


Bedroom 3 
Double glazed window to rear,
Built in wardrobes,
Radiator,
Carpet flooring,
Hardwired smoke alarm,
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      <title>Galgate</title>
      <description><![CDATA[Caroline Grove, a commanding property on Galgate, in Barnard Castle, consists of both 59 & 59A Galgate. 59A is a self-contained cottage with its own entrance and own services. However, Caroline Grove could be restored back to its former glory, to one magical family home.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 03:16:20 +0100</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.thehouseshop.com/property-for-sale/galgate-barnard-castle-dl12-8en/6102262</link>
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      <author>tony.dobbins@anthonyjonesproperties.co.uk (Anthony Jones Properties)</author>
      <dc:creator>Anthony Jones Properties</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The house, built in 1725, has immeasurable style and kerb appeal. As you step into the front garden through the wrought iron gate and up some lovely shallow stone steps,  you are greeted with a beguiling traditional front door with appealing brassware. This immediately primes your appetite and sets the standard for what may lie within. The entrance hall with its tall, arched window, which extends up two floors, and its original balustrade staircase offers a friendly welcome to a family home. Warmth from the stove in the parlour just ahead, can be felt from here, welcoming and enticing you into the kitchen. In the parlour, sometimes called the breakfast room, you will find a beautiful fireplace with a high mantlepiece, in the centre of which there sits a multi-fuel stove. There is an option to merge the breakfast room and kitchen together to form one open-plan kitchen. Heat sources include gas central heating, which combines nicely with the lovely fire places that abound. Besides this, the vendor has also installed solar panels on the rear of the property which feed the national grid, creating more options for the buyer to curb inevitable bills. 

Five substantial bedrooms with excellent proportions,  await your energies and vision, as these could be converted to ensuites.  59A, the adjoining "cottage", can be reached either internally from upstairs, through the adjoining door, or through its own separate front entrance.  This entrance, on similar lines to that of the main house, has an oak-panelled hallway. This substantial "cottage",  has two floors, and has been rented out privately in recent times. This presents buyers with either a ready-made business opportunity, or an excellent multi-generational living space. It has a good-size kitchen, a bathroom, two bedrooms and two substantial reception rooms. It has a charming wrought iron, spiral staircase leading to the rear garden. 
 
Should you wish to convert 59 and 59A back into one property so that it becomes one family home, there are a number of configurations possible. For example, buyers could add bedrooms in place of reception rooms in the cottage. What is being used as a gym could be either a dressing room or an ensuite, depending upon requirements. The landing of the cottage could be a further bedroom or bathroom, and the cottage dining room could be another bedroom. There are endless options, and potemtially 7 bedrooms could be generated. We have seen ways to do this, which we are happy to share. We would be delighted to hear from you. Please, contact us on 01833 523521.

The main house has a substantial drawing room overlooking the south-facing garden. This has an elegant fireplace and could easily accommodate a very large extended family at Christmas. It looks out onto the garden through bow-fronted windows. There are doors opening into the garden from the drawing room, adding an additional bonus to the whole experience.  There is space for a conservatory on the back, leading from the drawing room, if required. Planning permission has successfully been sought for this purpose although, due to circumstances, this was never realised. A mature, private garden, laid to lawn, equipped with greenhouse, terracing and patio, faces south. The buyer will be able to make the best of our English summer's sunshine in this peaceful sanctuary with family and friends. 

There is a large formal dining room which has been divided at some stage into two in the main house, and the rear has been made into a ground floor bedroom. In its heyday, it would have extended into 57 Galgate through two doorways that are now bookcases. Equally Caroline Grove also once had a coach house where there is now 59B Galgate. So without doubt, it is a house that is full of intrigue. A viewing is an absolute must, to fully appreciate the character of the property being described.  There are many original features remaining including the large cellar. This is ideal for storage or being used as a workshop, 

Caroline Grove is only 25 minutes drive to Darlington Station, from where you can take the express service to London Kings Cross, Newcastle or Durham. There is a new car park there with CCTV coverage, ensuring your vehicle is safe whilst you are away. The property is excellently located, it being just three minutes walk away from the High Street and seven from The Surgery. The High Street is well-equipped, with a full complement of shops ranging from mainstream to artisan. The town is known as The Antiques Centre Of The North. The town Post Office sits on the other side of the road from Caroline Grove, from where it's possible to catch a bus. Your children would be able to walk from home to any of the highly-rated schools, right here in historic Barnard Castle.

As well as being in a great location, the town and surrounding area offer a rich lifestyle. Set on the edge of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in beautiful Teesdale, you would have access to the countryside for walks and bike rides. The town originally built around the castle itself, has a rich array of listed buildings and interesting architecture, including grade l listed bridges over the River Tees. There is also The Bowes, a purpose-built Museum. The latter, built like a French chateau is set in formal grounds with fountains and is full of art and other curiosities, including the famous Silver Swan. If sports is your focus, there is a leisure centre equipped with a gym and swimming pool and multiple classes suitable for a wide range of abilities. There are many sports clubs, including golf, tennis, athletics, rugby and cricket to name just a few. There are a number of successful drama and musical outlets, such as the Teesdale Operatic Society, The Castle Players and The Choral Society, who sing every year in Durham Cathedral.

Don't miss your opportunity to be the next owner of this beautiful house, here in the centre of Barnard Castle, close to all amenities. Please call for a viewing of Caroline Grove,  on 01833 523521. 

Council Tax Band: C
Tenure: Freehold
Garden details: Enclosed Garden, Front Garden, Private Garden, Rear Garden


Entrance hall 
Door to front, 
Single-glazed sash window to front, 
Carpet flooring, 
Stairs to first floor, 
Stairs to cellar, 
Cupboard, 

Study 
Single-glazed sash window to front, 
Carpet flooring, 

Drawing Room 
Single-glazed bow sash windows to rear,
Secondary glazing,
Gas fire, 
Carpet flooring, 

Dining Room 
Single-glazed window to front,
Secondary glazing insitu,
Fire place, 
Carpet flooring, 
Door to ground floor bedroom, 

Bedroom 1 
Single-glazed window to rear,
Secondary glazing insitu,
Carpet flooring, 
Built-in shelves, 
Wash-hand basin, 

Breakfast room 
Single-glazed window to front,
Secondary glazing in situ,
Log-burning stove, 
Built-in cupboards, 
Carpet flooring, 
Central heating radiator, 
Clothes drying rack,

Kitchen 
Single-glazed windows to rear and side, 
Fitted kitchen with wall and base units,,
1-bowl stainless steel sink/drainer, 
Granite work surfaces, 
Double electric oven, 
Induction hob,  
Central heating radiator, 
Extractor fan, 
Tiled flooring, 

Shower Room 
Single-glazed opaque window to rear, 
Shower cubicle, 
Vanity unit with WC and wash-hand basin, 
Tiled flooring, 
Inset spotlights, 
Heated towel rail, 
Extractor fan, 


Rear hall 
Door leading into porch/glasshouse, 
Carpet flooring, 

Rear Porch 
Door leading into rear garden, 
Door from rear hallway, 
Light, 
Concrete floor, 

FIRST FLOOR: 


Bedroom 2 
Single-glazed window to front, 
Carpet flooring, 
Door to gym,

Gym 
Single-glazed window to rear, 
Carpet flooring, 
Wash-hand basin, 
Central heating radiator, 
Door from bedroom 2, 

Bedroom 3 
Single-glazed window to rear, 
Built-in cupboards, 
Central heating radiator, 
Carpet flooring, 
Fire place, 

Kitchen 2  
Single-glazed window to rear, 
Fitted kitchen with wall and base units, 
Stainless steel sink/drainer, 
Plumbing for washing machine, 
Laminate flooring, 
Storage cupboard, 


Landing 
Stairs from ground floor and cottage entrance 
Stairs to second floor, 
Door to rear leading to spiral stair case leading into rear garden, 
Carpet flooring, 

Sitting Room 
Single-glazed sash windows to rear,
Gas fire,
Carpet flooring,

Dining Room 
Sash window to front,
Gas fire,
Carpet flooring,

SECOND FLOOR: 


Bedroom 5 
Single glazed window to rear, 
Central heating radiator,  
Carpet flooring, 

Bedroom 4 
Single glazed window to front, 
Carpet flooring, 
Central heating radiator, 

Landing 2  
Stairs from first floor, 
Centre hinge roof light window, 
Carpet flooring, 

OUTSIDE 


Front Garden 
Wrought iron gate leading to road.
Box hedges,
Stone steps and terracing,
Hand rail

Rear Garden 
South-east facing, 
Shed, 
Greenhouse,
Laid to lawn, 
Patio, 
Outside tap, 
Outside light, 
Assortment of planting, flowers, trees and shrubbery,
Solar panels feeding the grid,
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