Inside hillside Thornley home with stables and stunning views

A detached dormer bungalow set on a hillside near the village of Thornley from where it enjoys far-reaching views across the Weardale landscape, it delivers an outstanding balance of lifestyle, space and versatility.

Approached via a private driveway with extensive parking at both the front and rear, Karakoram sits in grounds that extend to around four acres and include gardens of around a quarter of an acre that are mainly laid to lawn but include both a sunken patio ideal for outdoor entertaining and a further paved patio as well as an EV charging point.

Karakoram has a wealth of beautifully appointed accommodation and everything you need to keep horses. (Image: Ryan James Estate Agents)

At the heart of this stylish home lies its light-filled open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, perfectly tailored to modern family life and sociable living and complemented by a walk-in pantry/utility space.

Another of Karakoram’s standout features is the substantial lounge and dining room, designed for both relaxed living and large-scale entertaining.

Featuring a log-burning stove, this room is bathed in natural light thanks to striking floor-to-ceiling picture windows that frame the surrounding landscape.

Karakoram has a wealth of beautifully appointed accommodation and everything you need to keep horses. (Image: Ryan James Estate Agents)

Also on the ground floor are a bathroom, study, gym, pantry and a tack room.

The current layout lends itself to annexe-style living, offering flexibility for a range of uses.

Upstairs are a modern shower room and three bedrooms, two of them being spacious doubles.

Karakoram is exceptionally well equipped for equestrian use.

Karakoram has a wealth of beautifully appointed accommodation and everything you need to keep horses. (Image: Ryan James Estate Agents)

Its land has been divided into three fenced and watered paddocks and includes a professionally constructed fully enclosed sand and rubber arena complete with equestrian mirrors, a stable yard featuring a feed and storage room plus three generous stables, one of which is currently configured to accommodate two ponies.

There is also hardstanding with a covered wash-down area.

Karakoram has a wealth of beautifully appointed accommodation and everything you need to keep horses. (Image: Ryan James Estate Agents)

Of particular note is Karakoram’s scope for further development.

Previous discussions with the local authority indicate potential to convert the existing annexe and loft space into fully self-contained accommodation without the requirement for full planning permission.

This presents an excellent opportunity for multi-generational living, guest accommodation or the creation of an additional income stream, subject to obtaining the necessary consent.

Karakoram has a wealth of beautifully appointed accommodation and everything you need to keep horses. (Image: Ryan James Estate Agents)

PROPERTY FACTS

Karakoram, Thornley

Price: £850,000

Ryan James Estate Agents 01388 737483

www.ryanjamesestateagent.co.uk

Karakoram has a wealth of beautifully appointed accommodation and everything you need to keep horses. (Image: Ryan James Estate Agents)

Karakoram has a wealth of beautifully appointed accommodation and everything you need to keep horses. (Image: Ryan James Estate Agents)

Karakoram has a wealth of beautifully appointed accommodation and everything you need to keep horses. (Image: Ryan James Estate Agents)