What does your dream home look like?
Perhaps it is a detached cottage with countryside views, or maybe it’s a mansion with a swimming pool- either way, you might be in luck as luxurious homes with these features are on the market in County Durham.
Join us as we take a look inside some of the most expensive house for sale on Zoopla.
Four bedroom country house, Beamish
£2,000,000
At two million pounds, this is currently the most expensive house for sale on Zoopla.
It boasts stunning countryside views and even has equestrian facilities for horse owners.
While the exterior looks rustic, the four bedroom house is actually very modern- it has underfloor heating, a CCTV camera system and contemporary bathrooms.
Also on the property is a separate cottage which can be used as a holiday cottage or guest room.
You can view this property listing on Zoopla.
A mansion with a pool, Wolsingham
£1,750,000
If you have a spare £1.7 million, then you can own this mansion house.
It was built in 1993 and has since been remodelled by the current owners to have contemporary features, such as underfloor heating and an integrated sound system.
Interestingly, the building also has its own swimming pool complex with an 11m pool and floor to ceiling windows.
The garden is also impressive, offering privacy and seclusion as well-manicured gardens- outside, you will also find a pizza oven and space for a gas BBQ.
Learn more about this property on Zoopla.
An award winning house with a badminton court and pool, Bishop Auckland
£1,575, 000
The property is an award winning home that has appeared on channel five’s, ‘I Own Britain’s Best Home’.
On the ground floor is a swimming pool and a jacuzzi that glows in the dark- there is also a sauna in the leisure complex.
Outside is just as luxurious as there is a badminton court for owners to enjoy.
This house is being sold via online auction on Zoopla.
17th century home with a paddock, Durham
£1,500,000
Park House dates back as far as the 17th century and used to be the home of Lady Eden, mother of Sir Anthony Eden who was Prime Minister in the '50s.
It has six bedrooms and the master suite has oak fitted wardrobes and even a feature fireplace.
Outside, there is a picturesque woodland area as well as a paddock to keep horses.
Learn more about this property on Zoopla.
Barnard Castle, Baldersdale
£1,400,000
Did you ever dream of owning your own castle?
If so, you’re in luck as Barnard Castle is up for grabs- if you have a spare £1.4 million.
This property dates back as far as 1843 and has still retained many of its period features- casement windows, high ceilings and open fireplaces still feature in the property.
It has a beautiful outdoor area, with well-manicured gardens and even a grass tennis court to play on.
You will also find a paddock near the river edge along with a stone-built barn which can house animals.
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