An opportunity to acquire an immaculately presented nine-bedroom, stone-built property, together with a four-bedroom stone-built Georgian farmhouse for renovation, plus a large log cabin studio, all set within approx. 7 acres of gardens and paddock; with planning consent for a further three bedroom detached cottage and four log cabins. Located in an idyllic rural position on the outskirts of the popular village of Lea Bridge with generous parking available. The property has recently been successfully run as a guest house offering residential art courses within the on-site studio.

Lea Bridge is a delightful village surrounded by beautiful open countryside with fine views and walks, located between the nearby villages of Lea and Holloway, having local amenities including a post office and general store, butchers, doctors, primary school, pub, and church. Being conveniently situated for the towns of Matlock, Alfreton and Belper and within easy commuting distance of Nottingham and Derby.

FORMER GUEST HOUSE

A well-presented stone-built property offering nine bedrooms all with en-suite facilities, spacious sitting room, large dining room, commercial kitchen with kitchen store/ preparation room and cold room off. The country style furnishings throughout the property, linen, crockery etc are available by negotiation.

Entering the property via a hardwood entrance door with double glazed decorative leaded panel the door opens to:

ENTRANCE PORCH 4'6 x 4'6 (1.37m x 1.37m)

Having quarry tiles to the floor, conservation roof-light window and a half-glazed hardwood door with decorative etched glass panels opening to:

RECEPTION HALLWAY 18'2 x 4'4 (5.53m x 1.32m) and 11'5 x 9'4 (3.48m x 2.84m)

A spacious reception hallway having a staircase rising to the upper floor accommodation, ceramic tiles to the floor, coat hanging space and central heating radiators with thermostatic valves. There is a reception desk, constructed in oak, in and arts & crafts-style, with storage cupboards over. The hallway is illuminated by low-energy downlight spotlights and a pair of doors open to a useful deep storage cupboard with fitted shelving. There is also a telephone point. From the hallway panelled doors open to:

DINING ROOM 22'4 x 14'2 (6.8m x 4.32m) widening to 15'2 (4.62m)

A spacious room having polished oak flooring and double-glazed casement windows, enjoying pleasant views over the gardens and paddock to the open countryside and wooded hills that surround the area. The room is illuminated by downlight spotlights and wall-lamp points and there are central heating radiators with thermostatic valves and a telephone point. The room has a fitted picture rail. A panelled door opens to:

COMMERCIAL KITCHEN 17'7 x 8'3 (5.36m x 2.51m) maximum measurements

Having double-glazed casement windows overlooking the rear yard. The kitchen is fitted with a range of stainless work surfaces, open shelves, twin stainless sinks. and a stainless wash hand basin. Cooking facilities include a wall-mounted electric grill, and a RangeMaster professional cooker with a 5-ring ceramic induction hob, double ovens, and grill with a stainless extractor canopy over. There is a shelf for a microwave. The room has an extractor fan, 12-place setting dishwasher, undercounter fridge and a pair of fridge freezers. A hardwood panelled door opens to

PREPARATION STOREROOM 15'2 x 13' (4.62m x 3.96)

A light and spacious room with velux rooflight windows and entrance doors opening onto the front and rear of the property. There are free-standing commercial work surfaces, free standing storage shelving, 4-ring gas cooker, space and connection for an automatic washing machine, tumble dryer, and dishwasher. The appliances are available by separate negotiation. The room has a decorative borrowed-light window to the staircase and a panelled doors opening to: CHILLER ROOM 9'5 x 6'0 (2.87m x 1.83m) Having racking shelving, power lighting, and chiller unit.

STORAGE CUPBOARD 3'9 x 2'0 housing the electricity distribution system.

From the DINING ROOM a panelled door opens to:

SITTING ROOM 22'10 x 22'2 (6.96m x 6.75m)

A large comfortable room having double-glazed casement windows to three aspects, enjoying views over the gardens and surrounding open countryside. The room has light-oak flooring following through from the dining room, and a feature fireplace with a dressed stone surround and raised hearth housing a log-burning stove. There are central heating radiators with thermostatic valves, a television arial point with satellite facility, wall lamp points and low energy downlight spotlights. A door opens to a useful deep understairs storage cupboard. A further door opens to:

REAR ENTRANCE HALLWAY 6'8 x 4'10 (2.03m x 1.47m)

Having a hard wood door with glazed panel opening on to the rear of the property, side aspect double-glazed window, and ceramic tiles to the floor. A panelled door opens to:

GROUND FLOOR WC 6'1 x 3'10 (1.85m x 1.16m)

With a rear aspect double-glazed window with obscured glass, suite with close coupled WC and pedestal wash hand basin. There is a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve.

From the Rear Entrance Hallway a quarter-turn staircase rises via a half-landing to:

FIRST FLOOR LANDING 8'1 x 6.4 (2.46m x 1.98m)

With a rear aspect double-glazed window, kitchenette with stainless sink unit having storage cupboards beneath. Panelled doors opening to:

BEDROOM EIGHT 22'10 x 13'4 (6.96m x 4.06m)

Built into the shape of the roof with dual-aspect velux roof light windows creating a light and airy space. The room is currently set up as a family room with twin and double beds. There are two central heating radiators with thermostatic valves.A panelled door leads to: EN-SUITE BATHROOM 11'4 x 8'6 (3.45m x 2.59m)

Having a velux roof light window, ceramic tiles to the floor, and suite with corner bath having mixer shower over and concertina shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin, and close coupled WC. Over the wash hand basin is an illuminated mirror and shaver point. The room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve and an electric towel heater.

STOREROOM 8'1 x 3'11 (2.46m x 1.19m) and 7'8 x 4'2 (2.33 x 1.27m)

An L-shaped room with a velux roof light window, fitted shelving and central heating radiator with thermostatic valve.

From the Reception Hallway, further panelled doors open to:

BEDROOM ONE 13'11 x 13'5 (4.24m x 4.09m)

A Ground floor room with disabled access having front aspect casement windows overlooking the gardens and beyond. The room is currently set up as a double bedroom. There is a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, television arial point and a panelled door opening to: EN-SUITE BATHROOM 7'2 x 4'9 (2.18m x 1.44m)

Having a side aspect double glazed window with obscured glass, ceramic tiles to the floor, and suite with disabled facilities, including level-entry shower cubicle with mixer shower, wall hung wash hand basin, and close coupled WC. Over the wash hand basin is a mirror and shaver light. The room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, extractor fan and an electric towel heater.

BEDROOM TWO 13'0 X 11'8 (3.96m x 3.56m)

A ground floor twin room with side aspect window overlooking the gardens. Central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, television arial point and a panelled door opening to: EN-SUITE BATHROOM 11'8 x 4'10 (3.56m x 1.47m)

With a side aspect window with obscured glass, ceramic tiles to the floor, and suite with disabled facilities, including level-entry wet room-style shower cubicle with mixer shower, pedestal wash hand basin, wall-hung wash hand basin and close coupled WC. There is a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, extractor fan, and towel radiator. Over the wash hand basin is a mirror and shaver light. The room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, extractor fan and an electric towel heater.

From the hallway, a half-turn staircase rises to the upper floor accommodation. On the turn of the stairs is a decorative leaded borrowed-light window to the kitchen store. The window depicts a brook with a bridge over, trees and hills, in coloured glass.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING 15'2 x 6'2 (4.62m x 1.88m)

Having panelled doors opening to LINEN CUPBOARD with slated storage shelving and a pair of double doors opening to a CYLINDER CUPBOARD housing twin mains pressure hot water cylinders with immersion heaters.

BEDROOM THREE 14'2 x 14'0 (4.32m x 4.27m)

A light and spacious twin room with double-glazed casement windows overlooking the paddock and the open countryside beyond. A panelled door opens to: EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 11'4 x 4'0 (3.45m x 1.21m) maximum measurements

With a side aspect double-glazed window with obscured glass, ceramic tiles to the floor, and suite with tiled shower cubicle with mixer shower, pedestal wash hand basin, and close coupled WC. There is a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, an electric towel rail, mirror with shaver light and an extractor fan.

BEDROOM FOUR 11'8 x 11'4 (3.56m x 3.45m)

A twin room with a side aspect double-glazed window overlooking the gardens and the wooden hills beyond. The room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, television arial point and a panelled door opening to: EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 8'5 x 4'10 (2.56m x 1.47m) Having a side aspect double-glazed window with obscured glass, ceramic tiles to the floor, and suite with tiled shower cubicle with mixer shower, pedestal wash hand basin with mirror and shaver light over, low-level flush WC. There is a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, an electric towel rail, and an extractor fan.

BEDROOM FIVE 11'9 x 11'4 (3.58m x 3.45m)

A double room with a double-glazed casement windows overlooking the paddocks and open countryside beyond. The room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, a television arial point, built in wardrobe with hanging rail and fitted shelf, and a panelled door opening to: EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 7'6 x 5'4 (2.28m x 1.63m)

Having a side aspect window with obscured glass, ceramic tile floor, and suite with shower cubicle with mixer shower, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. There is a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, an electric towel heater, shaver light and an extractor fan.

BEDROOM SIX 14'2 x 10'8 (4.32m x 3.25m)

A twin room with a rear aspect double glazed casement window. The room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, television arial point and a panelled door leading to: EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM Having a side aspect double glazed window with obscured glass, ceramic tiles to the floor, and suite with tiled shower cubicle with mixer shower, pedestal wash hand basin with mirror and shaver light over, and low-level flush WC. There is a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, an electric towel rail, and an extractor fan.

From the landing, steps rise to a half-landing and a corridor leading to:

BEDROOM SEVEN 14'2 x 13'6 (4.32m x 4.11m) maximum measurements

A double room with a side aspect double glazed window overlooking the gardens and open countryside. The room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, television arial point and a panelled door opening to: EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM

Having ceramic tiles to the floor, and suite with tiled shower cubicle with mixer shower, pedestal wash hand basin with illuminated mirror and shaver light over, and low-level flush WC. There is a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, an electric towel rail, and an extractor fan.

From the corridor is a closed-off door leading to the old farmhouse, which could be reopened if required. From the half-landing steps rise to:

SECOND FLOOR LANDING 6'2 x 3'5 (1.88m x 1.04m)

Having a velux roof light window and panelled doors opening to:

FAMILY BEDROOM 21'11 x 17'6 (6.68m x 5.33m) measured into the eave space

Built into the shape of the roof with a pair of velux roof light windows, currently configured as a family room with a double bed and twin beds, the room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, kitchenette with stainless sink with storage cupboards beneath and work surface with under counter fridge. A panelled door opens to: EN-SUITE BATHROOM 7'10 x 6'0 (2.39m x 1.83m) With a velux roof light window, ceramic tiles to the floor, and suite with panelled bath, having mixer taps and hand-held shower spray & glass shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin, and close coupled WC. There is a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve and an extractor fan.

From the second floor landing a half-height door opens to:

LOFT STORAGE ROOM 19'4 x 15'7 (5.89 x 4.75)

Built into the shape of the roof and having a side-aspect velux roof light window, the room houses three Baxi boilers which provide central heating and hot water to the property.

FARMHOUSE

A stone built Georgian period style property requiring renovation and upgrading with accommodation set over four floors offering: four bedrooms, family bathroom, loft rooms, sitting room, store/study, kitchen, utility, lower ground floor kitchen, breakfast/family room, storeroom and shower room. Offering the opportunity for remodelling to create a spacious family home. The property is believed to have been a corn mill in the past.

Entering the property via a half-glazed panelled entrance door which opens to:

RECEPTION HALLWAY 8'9 x 6'9 (2.67m x 2.05m)

Having broad original staircases leading to the upper and lower floor accommodation, fifteen-pane glazed doors lead to:

KITCHEN 13'2 x 12'1 (4.01m x 3.68m)

Having front aspect sliding sash windows with fitted shutters, Belfast-style sink set within a unit with solid timber work surface and drainer, having storage cupboards and drawers beneath. A fire opening with a raised hearth houses a solid fuel cooking range with a timber mantle over set upon stone corbels. There are original built-in storage cupboards, and a wall mounted storage unit. A fifteen-pane glazed door with obscured glass leads to:

UTILITY ROOM 13'1 x 8'3 (3.99m x 2.51m)

Having a rear aspect UPVC double-glazed escape window, enjoying views over the wooden hills that surround the property. There is an original fireplace with a dressed stone surround and cast-iron grate. The room has slatted storage shelving, built-in safe and space and connection for white goods. A door opens to a LOBBY 3'6 x 3'5 (1.06m x 1.04m) where the blocked-up doorway leads to the guest house.

SITTING ROOM 20'11 x 11'10 (6.37m x 3.6m)

A spacious room with dual aspect sliding sash windows, heavy exposed beam to the ceiling, and a closed off fireplace with a dressed stone surround. The room is illuminated by wall and centre light points and there is a central heating radiator. A glazed door opens to:

STOREROOM/STUDY 8'6 x 5'11 (2.59m x 1.8m)

With a rear aspect window with views to the wooded hills

From the hallway a staircase descends to the low ground floor accommodation. Part way down the stairs a door opens to a useful UNDER STAIR STORAGE CUPBOARD 8'3 x 3'11 (2.51m x 1.19m) with fitted shelving.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR ENTRANCE HALL 8'5 x 6'0 (2.56m x 1.83m)

Having an oak hardwood entrance door opening on to the rear of the property, and further doors opening to:

LOWER GROUND FLOOR KITCHEN 25'1 x 13'2 (7.64m x 4.01m) measured into the bay

Having a side aspect window and a rear aspect UPVC double-glazed bay window overlooking to garden and the wooded hills beyond. There are terrazzo tiles to the floor, and a heavy exposed beam to the ceiling with original blacksmith-made meat hooks. There is a feature exposed stonewall with an arch opening, and a fire opening with a raised slate hearth housing a log burning stove.

BREAKFAST ROOM/FAMILY ROOM

With a rear aspect double-glazed window and a limited height glazed entrance door opening on to the rear of the property. There is an original heavy exposed beam to the ceiling with original iron work, oak flooring, and exposed rustic brickwork.

A batten door leads to a STOREROOM 11'7 x 6'5 (3.53m x 1.95m) with an opening leading to:

LOWER GROUND FLOOR SHOWER ROOM 11'4 x 6'0 (3.45 x 1.83m) maximum measurements

Having ceramic tiles to the floor, a suite with shower cubicle with Mira Sprint electric shower, dual flush close coupled WC, and pedestal wash hand basin.

A door opens back to the Lower Ground Floor Hallway.

From the Reception Hallway a quarter-turn staircase with original turned spindles rises to a half-landing where steps rise to:

FIRST FLOOR LANDING 6'8 x 5'3 (2.03m x 1.6m)

Having a front aspect sliding sash window and fifteen-pane glazed doors with obscured glass opening to:

BEDROOM ONE 13'3 x 12'4 (4.04m x 3.76m)

With a front aspect sliding sash window overlooking the garden and driveway to the wooded hills beyond. The room has original exposed beam to the ceiling and a fine feature fire opening with a Georgian period cast iron grate.

BEDROOM TWO 12'5 x 11'9 (3.78m x 3.58m)

Having a front aspect sliding sash window having similar views to Bedroom One. The room has a heavy exposed beam to the ceiling.

From the First Floor Landing a glazed door opens to a staircase which rises to:

ATTIC ROOM ONE 10'0 x 20'9 (3.05m x 6.32m)

Built into the shape of the roof, currently partially floored, with an arched opening leading to ATTIC ROOM TWO 20'9 x 13'3 (6.32m x 4.04m) With a pair of gable end UPVC double-glazed windows. ATTIC ROOM THREE 9'11 x 14'4 (3.02m x 4.37m)With a gable end window and a pine clad ceiling and walls.

From the half-landing, a fifteen-pane glazed door with obscured glass opens to an INNER LANDING 5'9 x 3'3 (1.75m x 0.99m) where doors open to:

BEDROOM THREE 11'11 x 8'5 (3.63m x 2.56m)

Having a rear aspect UPVC double-glazed window.

BEDROOM FOUR 14'0 x 8'3 (4.27m x 2.51m)

With rear aspect windows set within exposed stone surrounds, enjoying views over the garden to the wooded hills beyond.

FAMILY BATHROOM 7'4 x 5'7 (2.23m x 1.7m)

With a rear aspect double-glazed casement window.

STUDIO

A timber constructed log cabin style building offering a large studio space, sitting room kitchen and shower room.

STUDIO 29'3 x 19'1 (8.91m x 5.81m)

Having double glazed windows to three aspects, a half-glazed entrance door, exposed polished pine floorboards and a pair of oak doors opening to:

SITTING ROOM 18'9 x 17'3 (5.71m x 5.26m)

With a pair of double-glazed patio doors opening on to the side of the property, there are further dual-aspect windows. To the corner of the room is a raised ceramic tiled hearth housing a multi-fuel stove. There is a wall-mounted electric panelled radiator and oak panelled doors open to:

KITCHEN 9'4 x 9'2 (2.84m x 2.79m)

Having side aspect double-glazed casement windows and a stable-style entrance door, with glazed panel, opening on to the side of the property. There are ceramic tiles to the floor and a good range of shaker-style kitchen units, with cupboards and drawers set beneath, a work surface with a matching upstand, and wall-mounted storage cupboards with under cabinet lighting. Set within the work surface is a sink unit with mixer tap. There is space for an electric cooker, over which is an extractor canopy. Beneath the work surface there is space and connection for an automatic washing machine, dishwasher etc.

SHOWER ROOM 7'10 x 9'5 (2.39m x 2.87)

With dual aspect double-glazed windows with obscured glass, ceramic tiles to the floor, and suite with shower cubicle with wet wall style boarding and an electric shower unit. Contemporary wash hand basin with mixer tap and storage cupboards beneath, dual flush close coupled WC. There is an extractor fan and ladder-style chrome finished towel radiator.

OUTSIDE

The property is approached via a joint ownership driveway, shared with neighbouring property, giving access to the original farmhouse; from the driveway a private drive leads to the former guesthouse, paddock and studio. To the front of the farmhouse is an area of garden with mature trees, shrubs, and flowering plants. At the rear of the farmhouse is a large yard area with an access gate to the second drive. To the front and side of the former guesthouse are parking areas and gardens with gravelled seating areas and mature shrubs. To the left of the drive is a garden storage shed and separate cabin (6m x 4m) with a fitted WC, outdoor vegetable patch and surrounding fruit trees.

The driveway continues to the main studio where there is an area of land left undisturbed for wildlife with a small stream (Lea Brook) running through. To the left-hand side of the drive is an access lane to a large paddock approximately 3.5 acres with planning consent for four log cabins. On the right of the drive is the foundation slab together with drains installed for a three bedroom cottage.

SERVICES AND GENERAL INFORMATION

Mains water, gas and electricity services are connected to the properties. Drainage is by way of three newly installed private systems.

TENURE freehold

COUNCIL TAX BAND (Correct at time of publication) 'G'

DIRECTIONS

Leaving Matlock along the A6 towards Derby passing through Matlock Bath, upon reaching the traffic lights at Cromford turn left signposted Crich. Follow the road over the river bridge and around to the right, after approximately two miles turn left at John Smedley's Mill signposted Lea and Riber. Pear Tree Farm can be found on the left-hand side shortly after leaving the village.

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.