An exceptionally well-presented attached barn-conversion property, set in an acre of gardens and paddock with commanding views over open countryside. Together with a range of outbuilding. The accommodation offers: two double bedrooms with en-suite to main; first floor study / bedroom three; spacious dining-kitchen; and a good-sized lounge with log-burning stove.
An exceptionally well-presented attached barn-conversion property, being part of a former farmstead, set in an acre of gardens and paddock with commanding views over open countryside as far as Crich Stand. Together with a range of outbuildings –stable block, including stables, pig arcs, chicken pens, and goat sheds creating an ideal small holding opportunity. The accommodation offers: two double bedrooms with en-suite to main; first floor study / bedroom three; spacious dining-kitchen; and a good-sized lounge with log-burning stove. Converted in 2006, the property has ample off-road parking. Ideally located on the outskirts of the historic village of Pentrich, surrounded by open countryside yet within easy reach of excellent amenities at nearby Ripley. There is good access to the A38 and M1 motorway, within easy commuting distance of Nottingham and Derby.
Entering the property via a UPVC entrance door with double-glazed panel having obscured glass. The door opens to:
DINING-KITCHEN 4.55m x 3.72m and 2.76m x 3.67m
A delightfully spacious open-plan dining-kitchen, with front-aspect floor-length double-glazed windows to the dining area, and dual-aspect windows to the kitchen area, the rear window having fine far-reaching views over the garden to the paddock and open fields beyond with Crich Stand in the distance. The room has ceramic tiles to the floor with under-floor heating to the dining area. There is a UPVC entrance door with a diamond glazed panel which opens onto the rear of the property.
The kitchen area of the room is fitted with a good range of units, with cupboards and drawers set beneath a solid timber worksurface with a matching upstand. There are wall-mounted storage cupboards with under-cabinet lighting. Set within the worksurface is an under-mounted Belfast-style sink with mixer tap. Sited within the kitchen is a Leisure range-style cooker with a five-burner burner gas hob with an electric plate, double oven and grill, over which is an extractor canopy vented to the outside. Beneath the worksurface there is space and connection for an automatic washing machine. Integral appliances include a fridge-freezer, and twelve-place-setting dishwasher. Concealed within a cupboard is the oil-fired boiler which provides hot water and central heating to the property. The dining area has a fitted breakfast bar, storage unit with cupboards, and open-display shelves. It is illuminated by downlight spotlights and wall lamp points. An oak panelled door with thumb latch opens to:
GROUND-FLOOR WC 1.52m x 0.76m
Having a close-coupled WC, wall-hung wash hand basin, and extractor fan.
From the dining area, a further batten door with thumb latch opens to:
SITTING ROOM 4.09m x 4.04m
Having front-aspect double-glazed windows, one of which has floor-length panels flooding the room with natural light. A glazed entrance door opens onto the gardens to the rear of the property, and enjoys the far-reaching views over the open countryside towards Tansley. The room has a faux beam to the ceiling, and a feature fireplace with a rustic brick surround and raised hearth housing a multi-fuel stove. To either side of the chimney breast are open-display shelves, and built-in storage cupboards by Sharps. There is a television aerial point, and the room has downlight spotlights controlled by dimmer switches and also under floor heating.
From the dining kitchen, a quarter-turn staircase with a useful understairs storage cupboard rises to:
FIRST FLOOR LANDING 4.51m x 0.82m
Having oak batten doors with thumb latches opening to:
BEDROOM ONE 4.12m x 4.05m
With dual-aspect UPVC double-glazed windows. The room has a high ceiling with exposed roof purlins creating a light and airy space. There are a good range of Sharps wardrobes providing hanging space, storage shelving, and storage drawers. The room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, and an oak batten door with Suffolk thumb latch, opening to:
EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM 1.84m x 1.33m
Having a double-glazed window with obscured glass, ceramic tiles to the floor, and newly-fitted suite with: quadrant shower cubicle with mermaid-style boarding and a mixer shower; contemporary wall-hung wash hand basin with tile splashback; and dual-flush close-coupled WC. There is a mirror-fronted bathroom cabinet, a chrome-finished ladder-style towel radiator, and an extractor fan.
BEDROOM TWO 3.64m x 3.03m
Having a rear-aspect UPVC double-glazed window and a further gable-end window enjoying superb far-reaching views taking in Wingfield Manor, from which the property derives its name. The room has a partially-exposed original roof truss, Sharps built-in wardrobe providing hanging space and shelving, and a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve. There is a television aerial point.
STUDY / BEDROOM THREE 2.97m x 1.28m
Having a half-height glazed entrance door which opens to an external stone staircase and enjoys views over the garden and the paddock. Again with part of an exposed original roof truss. There are fitted shelves, and a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve.
FAMILY BATHROOM 2.46m x 1.31m
A partially-tiled room with ceramic tile floor, having a double-glazed window with obscured glass, and suite with: contemporary bath with side-fill taps; pedestal wash hand basin; and dual-flush close-coupled WC. There is a mirror-fronted bathroom cabinet, chrome-finish ladder-style towel radiator, and an extractor fan.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a shared driveway from the farmstead, which leads to a good-sized private parking space for several vehicles.
To the rear of the property is an area of garden, mainly laid to lawn, with a flagged terrace and a fish pond stocked with ornamental fish and carp. There is a border stocked with shrubs and flowering plants.
On the driveway there are two timber storage sheds with power and lighting. A pair of gates open to a second yard area leading to the stables, to the side of which there are log stores and a chicken run. A five-bar gate leads to a good area of grassland paddock with a field shelter, a chicken run, and further animal shelters. The corner of the paddock is divided into four enclosures with two pig arcs. To the end of the yard is a timber-built stable block with power and lighting. Beyond the stable block is a further useful timber-built hay store/storage shed, both of which have lighting.
SERVICES AND GENERAL INFORMATION
Mains electricity is connected to the property. Heating and hot water are provided by an oil-fired boiler and a multi-fuel stove. Cooking facility is dual-fuel, being electric and liquid propane gas. Mains water is connected to the property and drainage is by way of a private system. There is a security system and CCTV, the details of which will be given to the purchaser.
TENURE Freehold
COUNCIL TAX BAND (Correct at time of publication) ‘C’
DIRECTIONS
Leaving the A38 at the Alfreton intersection take the B6179 towards Swanwick, after passing the Cross Keys pub bear right into High Street, at the mini island turn right into Pentrich Road, after passing over the A38 take the Drive on the right into Broad Oaks Farm, passing the farmhouse Manor Barn can be found as the last property, on the left hand side.
Disclaimer
All measurements in these details are approximate. None of the fixed appliances or services have been tested and no warranty can be given to their condition. The deeds have not been inspected by the writers of these details. These particulars are produced in good faith with the approval of the vendor but they should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact and they do not constitute any part of an offer or contract.
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