A "fabulous" country home on the estate of Castle Eden, Durham, has emerged for sale for £350,000.

Holly Tree House offers superb accommodation in a rural setting set within the 14 acres belonging to the castle.

The four-bedroom country home is situated adjacent to the historic Castle Eden manor house with views of picturesque woodland.

Accessed via a private drive, next to St James Church, which leads to the castle and several other converted buildings that now form a small group of residential abodes.

The agent has described the property as "tranquil" and pictures of the house show how close it is to Castle Eden itself.

The listing on Rightmove reads: "Situated adjacent to the historic Castle Eden manor house, Views of picturesque woodland, now classified as a nature reserve, which meanders from the Castle Eden Golf Course, past the grounds of the castle and the charming Church of St James is situated at the private entrance to the grounds of the castle.

"The house; having an opulent stone exterior with an enchanting battlement façade of Holly Tree House encapsulates an inspiring interior, featuring an abundance of character including a wood burning stove situated in the grand principal reception room complimented with sash windows and arched recesses leading to the appealing dining area.

"The sizeable breakfast kitchen offers a more modern twist with granite work surfaces and a central preparation island, accessibility into the ground floor W/c and an exterior door which opens into the predominantly South Westerly facing gardens culminating at the garage. On the first floor, there are four updated and well-sized bedrooms with a refitted en-suite to the master bedroom and a family bathroom.

"Accessed via a private drive, next to St James Church, which leads to The Castle and several other converted buildings that now form a small group of residential abodes.

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"To get to the property turn off the B1281 onto The Village, drive past the house and when you reach the Church there is a fenced driveway with a large speed bump, carry on through that and there then is a sign for Holy Tree House."

You can find out more on Rightmove by clicking here.

Look inside the property here:

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