The Ascot is home of the week at Kirk Merrington

Homebuyers in Durham looking for a superb family home at an exceptional price need look no further than the ‘Ascot' at Saxonfields in Kirk Merrington. This 4-bedroom detached house is the Barratt Home of the Week and is available now for £285,000, reduced from £314,000.

It also comes with a £250 a month mortgage subsidy for two years and extras including carpets, curtains and landscaped garden. Barratt will also consider part exchange.

"This is a terrific family home, all ready to move into," said Barratt North East sales manager Steve Mariner. "The mortgage subsidy makes it even more affordable and buyers could also take advantage of our part exchange service, which takes away all the hassle of trying to sell their old house.

"The offer is only available for a limited period, so anyone interested should come and talk to us now."

The Ascot is ideal for busy families, with a well-planned interior to suit modern living. There is a light and spacious living room, dining room, with French doors into the garden, fully-fitted breakfasting kitchen also with French doors and a handy utility room.

Upstairs, the main bedroom and second bedroom both have en suites and there is a quiet study at the front of the house. The Ascot also has an integral garage.

Saxonfields is an exclusive development of family homes, in a hillside setting with lovely views over the Cleveland Hills. Kirk Merrington, near Bishop Auckland, is a quiet village with plenty of amenities close by and is well placed for commuting to the region's business centres.

The development is located on the B6288, and is open from Friday to Tuesday, 11.00am to 6.00pm. For more information log on to barratthomes.co.uk/saxonfields.