Allenson View

Allenson View, West Rainton, Durham - DH4 6NN

Development Overview

Allenson View is a new build property development by national developer Avant Homes, located at Benridge Bank in the semi-rural village of West Rainton, County Durham. The development, which originally comprised 65 design-led new build homes, offered a selection of 3, 4, and 5 bedroom house types across 12 distinct designs. The project commenced in March 2021. Initial pricing for the new build homes ranged from approximately £249,995 for a three-bedroom detached home to £424,995 for a five-bedroom property. The site is now nearing completion, with the focus on the final remaining new build homes.

Property Details

The final available property, known as Plot 3, The Tambrook, is a four-bedroom detached new build house. This specific house type is currently marketed at a reduced price of £359,995. The Tambrook features an open-plan ground floor layout, including a spacious kitchen/dining area with classic French doors, alongside a separate 'relax space' that opens to the rear garden via bi-fold doors. A second, separate living room is positioned at the front of the home. Practical specifications include a dedicated utility room, a large downstairs WC, and an internal garage. The first floor features a main bedroom complete with a private ensuite shower room, with a family bathroom serving two further double bedrooms and a generous single bedroom. All properties are built to a high specification, including designer kitchens with integrated appliances and boutique bathrooms featuring full-height tiling.

Location Benefits

West Rainton is situated approximately four miles north-east of Durham City, offering a balance of village life and commuter convenience. Road links are excellent, with the development positioned just off the A690, providing easy access to Sunderland and the wider County Durham area, with the A1 motorway also within proximity. Travel times by road include Gateshead, Sunderland, and Middlesbrough, all reachable in approximately 30 minutes. For rail travel, Durham train station is less than a 15-minute drive away, offering mainline services across the UK, including routes to Newcastle, Glasgow, London, Derby, and Bristol. Local public transport is served by regular bus services connecting the village to Sunderland, East Rainton, Houghton-le-Spring, and Durham city centre. Local amenities within the village include a primary school (West Rainton Primary School), a medical centre, a post office, and a variety of local shops, pubs, and restaurants. Larger shopping options, including a Tesco Express and Sainsbury’s Local, are within a 15-minute drive. Leisure facilities are available two miles away at the Ramside Hall Hotel, which features two golf courses, a gym, and an award-winning spa. The semi-rural setting provides access to outdoor spaces such as the Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve and the English heritage site, Finchale Priory, both about a mile away.

Practical Information

The developer, Avant Homes, is a registered developer on the New Homes Quality Board and adheres to the New Homes Quality Code and Ombudsman Service. Prospective buyers should note that while the properties are designed to a high specification, independent reviews regarding the developer's aftercare and build quality are mixed, necessitating thorough due diligence and snagging by the buyer. Current available new build homes are restricted to the final remaining plots. Viewing arrangements and confirmation of tenure (freehold/leasehold) and Council Tax band for The Tambrook must be confirmed directly with the developer or the developer’s appointed agent.