A contemporary detached individually designed 3 bed family home, together with a 2 bed detached holiday let set in approx 4.4 acres of garden and woodland . Separate stone built workshop. South facing plot with superb views. Sitting room with log burner, dining room, breakfast kitchen, garden room with log burner, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Holiday let with 2 beds, shower room, living-dining-kitchen and roof terrace.
A contemporary detached individually designed 3 bed family home, together with a 2 bed detached holiday let set in approx 4.4 acres of garden and woodland. Separate stone built workshop. South facing plot with superb views. Sitting room with log burner, dining room, breakfast kitchen, garden room with log burner, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Holiday let with 2 beds, shower room, living-dining-kitchen and roof terrace.
The property is subject to a 106 occupancy clause, any purchaser must solely, mainly or lastly be employed in agriculture or forestry.
THE PROMISED LAND
Set on the hillside above Darley Dale, this exceptional architect-designed residence enjoys breathtaking panoramic views across the wooded hills and rolling countryside of the Derwent Valley. Nestled within approximately 4.4 acres of private grounds, this distinctive and generously proportioned detached home is accompanied by a charming two-bedroom holiday cottage and a detached workshop – offering both a luxurious lifestyle and exciting potential for income or multi-generational living.
Crafted in the mid-1980s to a bespoke contemporary design, the main house features three bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a spacious sitting room with a cosy log-burning stove. A welcoming reception hallway with a ground-floor WC leads into the entrance vestibule, while an open-plan dining area with striking floor-length windows invites natural light and uninterrupted views. The layout continues with a fitted kitchen, practical utility room, and a bright garden room, seamlessly blending comfort with architectural flair.
The striking holiday cottage offers: two bedrooms, a modern family shower room, and a stunning first-floor open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area, crowned by a distinctive crenellated roof terrace – perfect for enjoying the scenic surroundings in complete privacy.
Entering the property via a glazed entrance door, which opens to:
ENTRANCE VESTIBULE
Open the apex of the roof with exposed roof timbers and having double-glazed windows enjoying far-reaching views over the gardens and land to the open countryside beyond. There is a further Velux rooflight window flooding the room with natural light. The room has terracotta-style tiles to the floor, wall-mounted electric panel heater, a feature exposed stone wall, and a ledged and braced batten door with floor-length sidelight panel opening to:
RECEPTION HALLWAY
With a rear-aspect double-glazed hardwood tilt-and-turn window, beneath which is a sculptural window seat. The room has terracotta tiles, following through from the entrance vestibule, along with a cloak cupboard with hanging rail and shelf, central heating radiator, and ledged and braced batten door opening to:
GROUND FLOOR WC
Having a rear-aspect double-glazed window, and suite with dual-flush close-coupled WC, and wall-hung wash hand basin. There is a central heating radiator.
From the hallway, a ledged and braced door leads to:
DINING ROOM
A delightfully light and spacious room open to the gallery landing, and having front-aspect floor-length double-glazed windows, taking advantage of the superb, far-reaching views. The room has polished beech block flooring, under-floor central heating radiator, and wall and centre light points. There is a quarter-turn staircase rising to the upper floor accommodation, beneath which is a built-in bookshelf and storage space. From the dining room, a broad opening leads to:
SITTING ROOM
Having a glazed entrance door opening onto the terrace to the front of the property and enjoying the southerly aspect. A further door opens back to the entrance vestibule. The room has beech block flooring, following through from the dining room. There is a feature fireplace with a dressed stone surround and a raised hearth, housing a log-burning stove. There are wall lamp points, television aerial point, and a table lamp circuit. From the dining room, a broad opening leads to:
BREAKFAST KITCHEN
Having a hardwood double-glazed door opening onto the terrace, and a side-aspect double-glazed window overlooking the gardens. The room has terracotta-style tiles to the floor, and a good range of units in light wood finish, with cupboards and drawers set beneath a worksurface with a tiled splashback. There are wall-mounted storage cupboards and glass-fronted display cabinets. Set within the worksurface is a four-ring ceramic hob, and a stainless sink with mixer tap. Sited in the kitchen is a Neff eye-level double oven and grill, and beneath the worksurface, there is space and connection for a dishwasher and under-worksurface fridge. The appliances currently installed are included in the sale. The room has a central heating radiator and ample space for a family dining table. A ledged and braced batten door leads to:
GARDEN ROOM
A spacious garden room, open to the apex of the roof with exposed roof timbers and a feature exposed stone wall. There are terracotta-style tiles to the floor, and windows to three aspects, taking advantage of the far-reaching view. A pair of glazed doors open onto the side of the property. The room has wall-lamp points, wall-mounted electric panel heater, and a contemporary log-burning stove. A ledged and braced batten door opens to:
UTILITY ROOM
With a rear-aspect window, ceramic tile floor, space and connection for an automatic washing machine, and ample space for further white goods. A door opening leads to:
BOILER ROOM
Housing a Perge wood-burning boiler, which provides hot water and central heating to the property.
From the dining room, a staircase rises via a quarter-landing to:
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
A galleried landing, which is open to the dining room. There are front and rear-aspect Velux rooflight windows, flooding the area with natural light. Ledged and braced batten doors open to:
BEDROOM ONE
Open to the apex of the roof, creating a light and airy space with dual-aspect windows overlooking the gardens and beyond. A rear-aspect Velux window floods the room with natural light. There is a central heating radiator and borrowed light windows to the kitchen.
FAMILY BATHROOM
A fully tiled room with a rear-aspect Velux window, and suite with: panelled bath with mixer taps and handheld shower spray; semi-countertop wash hand basin; and concealed-cistern WC. There are bespoke built-in storage cupboards. There is a ladder-style towel radiator, and downlight spotlights.
A ledged and braced batten door opens to:
INNER LANDING
Having a deep built-in storage cupboard with slatted linen storage shelving, hanging space, and housing the hot water cylinder, which is fitted with dual immersion heaters. Doors open to:
BEDROOM TWO
Open to the apex of the roof, with a rear-aspect Velux window and a mezzanine storage area. A door opens to:
EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Having a side-aspect double-glazed window, and suite with: shower cubicle with Mira Sport electric shower; dual-flush close-coupled WC; and wall-hung wash hand basin.
BEDROOM THREE
With a side-aspect double-glazed window and a central heating radiator. This room would make an ideal work-from-home / office space, if not required as a bedroom.
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HOLIDAY COTTAGE
A detached, stone-built, two-storey holiday cottage with crenellated roof terrace enjoying the fine views. Entering the property via a ledged and braced batten door, which opens to:
RECEPTION HALLWAY
With side-aspect double-glazed windows, ceramic tiles to the floor, wall-mounted electric towel radiator, and useful under-stairs storage cupboard. A door opens to a cloak cupboard, having a hanging rail. Doors open to:
BEDROOM ONE
Having double-glazed casement windows, polished light oak flooring, and an electric panel heater. Built-in furniture includes: wardrobes with fitted drawers beneath, headboard, and bedside shelves.
BEDROOM TWO
With dual-aspect double-glazed windows overlooking the gardens. The room has light oak flooring and a wall-mounted electric panel heater.
From the hallway, a stone staircase rises to:
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Having double-glazed casement windows, and a door leading to:
OPEN-PLAN LIVING-DINING-KITCHEN
A delightfully spacious room with dual-aspect casement windows, and two pairs of side-aspect patio doors opening to a Juliet balcony. The sitting area of the room has light oak flooring with an inset stone hearth, housing a log-burning stove. There are wall-mounted electric panel heaters, and downlight spotlights. The kitchen area of the room has ceramic tiles to the floor, a side-aspect window, extractor fan, and a range of units with cupboards set beneath a worksurface which returns to form a peninsular room divide. There is a wall-mounted storage cupboard, and stainless pan and implement rack. Set within the worksurface is a four-ring ceramic hob, beneath which is a fan-assisted electric oven. There is a stainless sink unit with mixer tap. Beneath the worksurface, there is space for an under-worksurface fridge.
A door opens to a stone staircase, which rises to:
ROOF TERRACE
A delightful roof terrace with superb far-reaching views with a glass balustrade set behind the roof crenelations.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a private driveway, over which the neighbouring landowner has access. The driveway terminates in a turning circle, providing parking for several vehicles. Lying to the front of the property is a good-sized area of garden, enjoying a southerly aspect and superb far-reaching views. Immediately to the front of the property is a raised flagged terrace, where doors open from the dining room, sitting room, kitchen, and garden room. Within the garden there is a stone-built workshop with a storage loft over.
SERVICES AND GENERAL INFORMATION
Mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Drainage is by way of a private system. Heating and hot water are provided by a wood-fired boiler.
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TENURE Freehold
COUNCIL TAX BAND (Correct at time of publication) ‘E’
DIRECTIONS
Leaving Matlock along the A6 towards Bakewell: after passing the Grouse Inn pub, take the first right-hand turning onto Whitworth Road. Take the fourth right-hand turn onto Moor Lane and follow the road to the T-junction, taking the right-hand turn onto Hallmoor Road. Take the next left-hand turn onto Long Hill and at the end of the road, turn right onto Bent Lane, where the property can be located on the right, and is identified by the name plate on a tree at the entrance.
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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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