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The site is mostly undeveloped in nature, is rectangular in shape and extends to approximately 1.71 acres (0.69 hectares). It accommodates a five bed detached bungalow, a detached double garage and a lean-to outbuilding which is currently used for storage. The property benefits from having an expansive patio area to the rear which overlooks a vast lawned garden. The property is secluded in nature having various mature trees and hedgerows along the perimeter boundary. The property is accessed by an electric gate and benefits from having a large private driveway. The bungalow is of cavity wall construction, is covered by a tiled pitched roof and has a gross external area of 3,165 sq. ft. (294 sq. m.). The detached garage extends to 915 sq. ft. (85 sq. m.). The site is bounded by St Clare's Court to the north, a Grade II Listed former Abbey which has been converted into residential use, accommodating stables, a paddock and a tennis court. Carmel Road North forms the eastern boundary whilst detached residential housing and undeveloped land bounds the site to the south and west respectively. The site is located on Carmel Road North in the sought after suburb of Hummersknott in the West End of Darlington. Darlington is located approximately 14 miles west of Middlesbrough, 20 miles south of Durham and 35 miles south of Newcastle upon Tyne. Road access to Darlington is primarily provided by the A1 to the north and west, and the A66 from the east. Darlington is well connected by rail, forming part of the East Coast mainline which provides regular connections to a number of regional and national destinations including Newcastle upon Tyne, Edinburgh and London Kings Cross. The site occupies a prominent position on Carmel Road North, which acts as one of Darlington’s main arterial roads connecting Woodland Road (A68) in the north to Coniscliffe Road to the south. The site benefits from its proximity to a number of local amenities including a tennis club, a petrol station and various well performing schools.