Fernhill Manor House, Durham, for sale for just under £3m

The quirky property is in a secluded setting and yet is less than a mile from Durham train station.

It has five bedrooms, a grand reception hall, three drawing rooms, an attached stone cottage and a stables.

There is planning permission already secured for the redevelopment of the stables.

The property description on Rightmove reads: "Welcome to one of the finest homes in Durham.

"Elegance and tradition entwine to offer luxury living on the northwestern edge of the desirable Crossgate Moor area of Durham City.

"This extensive property includes elegant and spacious accommodation over two floors;

"The ground floor provides access to the grand Reception Hall, three magnificent Drawing Rooms, Office, a beautifully appointed Kitchen with Aga, Laundry and Cloaks.

"The first floor provides a spacious landing area to five double bedrooms and two bathrooms.

"One of the bedrooms is currently used as a games room with full sized snooker table, and stunning panoramic views. The exterior landscaped grounds provide discreet enjoyment.

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"There is also a second property, The Cottage, which adjoins and is to be sold with the manor house comprising; kitchen, living room, bedroom and bathroom."

The main house is accessed by private gated drive, and discreetly enclosed by a thick belt of mature trees and shrubs and is bounded to the west by open countryside, and to the east by the north-south running A167 road, with beautiful mature countryside beyond.

Here is a look inside the property: