Western Cottage, Whitesmocks, Durham, DH1

An excellent opportunity to acquire a substantial five-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO), situated within the highly regarded residential location of Whitesmocks, Durham. Currently let and generating an annual rental income of £30,000, Western Cottage presents an attractive opportunity for investors seeking an established, income-producing property within a popular residential area of this historic city.

The property offers substantial accommodation, extending to approximately 2,780 sq. ft. of gross internal area, arranged over two floors and providing five bedrooms together with generous communal living space and a range of additional facilities. The property's size and established HMO configuration provide an appealing proposition for landlords looking to acquire a sizeable rental investment in Durham.

The accommodation briefly comprises an entrance hallway providing access to the principal ground-floor accommodation, including living and dining space, kitchen facilities, three bedrooms, a family bathroom, study and utility room. There is also a garden room and conservatory overlooking the rear gardens, providing additional communal space. Two further bedrooms, together with additional storage, are accessed via stairs from the kitchen.

Externally, the property benefits from a private driveway providing substantial off-road parking and access to an integral single garage. The mature gardens extend to both the front and rear, with the rear garden enjoying a south-westerly aspect and a good degree of privacy and seclusion.

Currently achieving an annual rental income of £30,000, Western Cottage offers investors the opportunity to acquire a substantial five-bedroom HMO with an existing rental income stream. The property's generous floor area, established residential setting and convenient access to Durham's principal amenities make it a notable addition to the local investment market.

Whitesmocks has long been regarded as one of Durham's popular residential locations, benefiting from its convenient proximity to the historic city centre whilst retaining an established residential character.

The property is ideally positioned for access to a range of local amenities and employment centres, including County Hall, the Land Registry and University Hospital of North Durham. Durham city centre and its extensive range of shops, restaurants, cafés and leisure facilities are also within convenient reach.

The location is particularly well placed for access to Durham University and the city's wider student and professional population. The nearby A167 provides excellent road connections throughout the region, whilst Durham Railway Station offers mainline rail services to Newcastle, York, London and other major destinations.

The combination of its substantial accommodation, established HMO use, existing rental income and convenient location makes Western Cottage an appealing investment opportunity for landlords looking to acquire an income-producing property in Durham.

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