House For Sale £295,000
We are delighted to offer For Sale, this three bedroom, double fronted, Victorian semi-detached home which has undergone a sympathetic but extensive programme of refurbishment whilst retaining a wealth of character and original features. Located in the heart of this sought after village of South Wingfield, this home has been completed to a high standard with quality fixtures and fittings and benefits from gas central heating and uPVC double glazing throughout. The accommodation comprises; sitting room, a superb dining kitchen with high specification integrated appliances and stylish "Smeg" gas range, a separate utility room and ground floor cloakroom with WC. On the first floor there are three bedrooms, one of which has an ensuite shower room and a family bathroom with claw foot roll tap bath. To the rear of the home there is a raised lawned garden with patio area, ideal for warm weather dining and a most useful brick built workshop which offers a number of potential uses such as a home office or artist's studio. We would recommend viewing this home to appreciate the depth and quality of accommodation on offer. Virtual Tour Available. No Upward Chain.
The Location
This home is located in the centre of the village of South Wingfield, in the Amber Valley. The village itself is situated in an attractive rural setting with a wide range of facilities including a primary school (Rated as "Good" by Ofsted), village shop, doctors' surgery and choice of public houses together with the historic ruins of Wingfield Manor. There are many nearby local walks close by, trails and beauty spots in the surrounding area with the Peak Park a short distance away. The village has excellent access onto main roads leading to the M1 motorway within 6 miles and the A38 is 2.7 miles away providing quick access to the towns of Alfreton (3 miles), Matlock (8 miles) and Chesterfield (11 miles) and the cities of Derby (15 miles), Nottingham (20 miles) and Sheffield (24 miles) away. For those needing access to railway network, stations are easily accessible at Chesterfield, Alfreton and Derby (1hr 32 mins to London St Pancras).
Quality & So Much More
This home has been refurbished from top to bottom, including a full roof overhaul, rewire, new plumbing and gas central heating system which can be operated remotely using the "Hive" app, new uPVC sash windows and double glazed doors. The current owners have installed a new kitchen, bathroom and ensuite with fixtures that are reminiscent of the Victorian era, in particular the sanitary ware and radiators. All internal doors and door furniture are original and have been meticulously restored to their near original condition. The dining area and kitchen also has the benefit of under floor heating.
Ground Floor
The property is entered via the wrought iron gate where stone steps lead up through the foregarden to the part glazed entrance door, which opens directly into the dining area. The first stripped pine door on the left leads into the
Sitting Room (3.91 x 3.16 (12'9" x 10'4"))
With a stripped pine flooring, elegant coving to the ceiling and a brick built fireplace housing a wood-burning stove on a stone hearth. There is a uPVC double glazed sash window to the front aspect, a Victorian style radiator and a built-in cupboard to the recess with space for logs beneath.
Dining Area (4 x 3.97 (13'1" x 13'0"))
A superb, bright and airy room with an engineered oak, herringbone flooring warmed by under floor heating (right through to the kitchen area) and having a uPVC double glazed sash window to the front aspect. The painted wooden staircase with stylish oak spindles leads up to the first floor and clever use has been made of the space beneath; wood panelled with built-in seating and storage cupboards beneath, perimeter shelving with hooks for coats and hats etc. There is pendant lighting and ample space for a family-sized dining table and chairs. A large opening leads to the
Kitchen (3.36 x 3.33 (11'0" x 10'11"))
With a continuation of the oak flooring and a stylish range of wall, base and soft closing drawer units with an oak block worktop over and inset Belfast sink with mixer tap. There are windows to rear and side aspects and a half glazed door leads out to the courtyard. Integrated appliances include; fridge, freezer and a dishwasher. The "Smeg" gas cooking range with six ring hob, double oven and grill takes pride of place within the original chimney breast with stone lintel over. The extractor unit has been discreetly housed within the chimney breast. A bespoke fitted cupboard to the right hand side chimney recess houses the "Vokera" condensing gas central heating boiler (Brand new with a 5 year guarantee). From the kitchen, the stripped pine door leads into the
Utility Room (1.77 x 1.52 (5'9" x 4'11"))
With half wood panelled walls and matching base units to the kitchen. The integrated washing machine is located here and adjacent there is space for a tumble drier. There is an oak block worktop over and uPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect. Wall mounted shelving with small hanging rail. A door opens to reveal the
Guest's Cloakroom & Wc (1.77 x 0.74 (5'9" x 2'5"))
With wood panelled walls and a two piece "Savoy" traditional suite comprising of a low flush WC and wall mounted corner wash hand basin.
First Floor
On arrival at the first floor landing there are stripped pine doors with brass door furniture leading off to all bedrooms and the
Family Bathroom (3.17 x 1.15 (10'4" x 3'9"))
Stylishly presented with a hexagon pattern, ceramic tiled floor and a traditional three piece suite comprising of a "Savoy" pedestal sink and low flush WC and there is a roll top, claw-footed bath with polished chrome shower fittings over. There is a Victorian-style chrome heated towel rail, matching wall lights and an obscure glass, uPVC double glazed sash window to the rear aspect.
Bedroom One (3.07 x 3.06 (10'0" x 10'0"))
Decorated in neutral tones, this room has a uPVC double glazed sash window to the front aspect providing a good level of natural light and having quite superb, far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. Victorian style radiator. A door opens to reveal the
Ensuite Shower Room (2.27 x 1.93 max (7'5" x 6'3" max))
Skilfully added by the current vendors and providing a most useful addition to this home. There is a traditional "Savoy" suite comprising of a wash hand basin with a deep, soft closing storage draw beneath, a concealed cistern WC and a fully tiled, recessed double shower cubicle with polished metal, thermostatic shower fittings over. There is a chrome heated towel rail and an obscure glass uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect.
Bedroom Two (3.91 x 3.16 (12'9" x 10'4"))
Another double bedroom with original cast iron fireplace with stone hearth. There is a Victorian style radiator and a uPVC sash window to the front aspect having those aforementioned views.
Bedroom Three (3.17 x 1.77 (10'4" x 5'9"))
With a Victorian-style radiator and uPVC sash window to the side aspect. Small access hatch to the loft which has been insulated to modern standards.
Outside
To the front of the property there is a fully enclosed foregarden having a blue and terracotta quarry tiled pathway and gravelled borders, designed for low maintenance. Accessed from the kitchen there is a shared block paved pathway which leads around to a gravelled pathway with dry stone wall leading to the rear of the home. Stone steps lead up to the garden which is mainly laid to lawn with a stone paved seating area, idea for warm weather dining. The garden is enclosed by dry stone wall and Hazel fence panelling providing a good level of privacy. A panelled door opens to reveal the
Workshop (2.28 x 2.76 (7'5" x 9'0"))
A super addition to the home providing secure storage for bikes and garden equipment etc. The building has been re-roofed and there is power and light laid on with a conservation rooflight over, giving potential for this space to be developed further into a home office or Artist's studio, amongst many other uses. To the side, doors open to reveal the
Former Coalhouse & Wc (1.14 x 0.94 & 1.23 x 1.03 (3'8" x 3'1" & 4'0" x 3')
With a low flush WC and again providing storage for recycling etc.
Directional Notes & Parking
From our office at Wirksworth proceed along Harrison drive in the direction of Cromford. At Cromford, turn right onto the A6 and continue along crossing over the River Derwent at Whatstandwell and immediately thereafter bear left as signposted for Whatstandwell and Crich. Continue into Main Road (B5035) staying on this road, passing through the village of Whatstandwell and upon reaching Crich proceed across the Market Place, climbing Bowns Hill and continuing along the B5035 as signposted for South Wingfield. After approximately 1 mile upon reaching the village of South Wingfield, the cottage will be found on the left hand side as identified by our For Sale sign. Postcode is DE55 7NH. There is on street parking available just across the road, on a first come, first served basis.
Council Tax Information
We are informed by Amber Valley Borough Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band B which is currently £1513 per annum.
The Location
This home is located in the centre of the village of South Wingfield, in the Amber Valley. The village itself is situated in an attractive rural setting with a wide range of facilities including a primary school (Rated as "Good" by Ofsted), village shop, doctors' surgery and choice of public houses together with the historic ruins of Wingfield Manor. There are many nearby local walks close by, trails and beauty spots in the surrounding area with the Peak Park a short distance away. The village has excellent access onto main roads leading to the M1 motorway within 6 miles and the A38 is 2.7 miles away providing quick access to the towns of Alfreton (3 miles), Matlock (8 miles) and Chesterfield (11 miles) and the cities of Derby (15 miles), Nottingham (20 miles) and Sheffield (24 miles) away. For those needing access to railway network, stations are easily accessible at Chesterfield, Alfreton and Derby (1hr 32 mins to London St Pancras).
Quality & So Much More
This home has been refurbished from top to bottom, including a full roof overhaul, rewire, new plumbing and gas central heating system which can be operated remotely using the "Hive" app, new uPVC sash windows and double glazed doors. The current owners have installed a new kitchen, bathroom and ensuite with fixtures that are reminiscent of the Victorian era, in particular the sanitary ware and radiators. All internal doors and door furniture are original and have been meticulously restored to their near original condition. The dining area and kitchen also has the benefit of under floor heating.
Ground Floor
The property is entered via the wrought iron gate where stone steps lead up through the foregarden to the part glazed entrance door, which opens directly into the dining area. The first stripped pine door on the left leads into the
Sitting Room (3.91 x 3.16 (12'9" x 10'4"))
With a stripped pine flooring, elegant coving to the ceiling and a brick built fireplace housing a wood-burning stove on a stone hearth. There is a uPVC double glazed sash window to the front aspect, a Victorian style radiator and a built-in cupboard to the recess with space for logs beneath.
Dining Area (4 x 3.97 (13'1" x 13'0"))
A superb, bright and airy room with an engineered oak, herringbone flooring warmed by under floor heating (right through to the kitchen area) and having a uPVC double glazed sash window to the front aspect. The painted wooden staircase with stylish oak spindles leads up to the first floor and clever use has been made of the space beneath; wood panelled with built-in seating and storage cupboards beneath, perimeter shelving with hooks for coats and hats etc. There is pendant lighting and ample space for a family-sized dining table and chairs. A large opening leads to the
Kitchen (3.36 x 3.33 (11'0" x 10'11"))
With a continuation of the oak flooring and a stylish range of wall, base and soft closing drawer units with an oak block worktop over and inset Belfast sink with mixer tap. There are windows to rear and side aspects and a half glazed door leads out to the courtyard. Integrated appliances include; fridge, freezer and a dishwasher. The "Smeg" gas cooking range with six ring hob, double oven and grill takes pride of place within the original chimney breast with stone lintel over. The extractor unit has been discreetly housed within the chimney breast. A bespoke fitted cupboard to the right hand side chimney recess houses the "Vokera" condensing gas central heating boiler (Brand new with a 5 year guarantee). From the kitchen, the stripped pine door leads into the
Utility Room (1.77 x 1.52 (5'9" x 4'11"))
With half wood panelled walls and matching base units to the kitchen. The integrated washing machine is located here and adjacent there is space for a tumble drier. There is an oak block worktop over and uPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect. Wall mounted shelving with small hanging rail. A door opens to reveal the
Guest's Cloakroom & Wc (1.77 x 0.74 (5'9" x 2'5"))
With wood panelled walls and a two piece "Savoy" traditional suite comprising of a low flush WC and wall mounted corner wash hand basin.
First Floor
On arrival at the first floor landing there are stripped pine doors with brass door furniture leading off to all bedrooms and the
Family Bathroom (3.17 x 1.15 (10'4" x 3'9"))
Stylishly presented with a hexagon pattern, ceramic tiled floor and a traditional three piece suite comprising of a "Savoy" pedestal sink and low flush WC and there is a roll top, claw-footed bath with polished chrome shower fittings over. There is a Victorian-style chrome heated towel rail, matching wall lights and an obscure glass, uPVC double glazed sash window to the rear aspect.
Bedroom One (3.07 x 3.06 (10'0" x 10'0"))
Decorated in neutral tones, this room has a uPVC double glazed sash window to the front aspect providing a good level of natural light and having quite superb, far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. Victorian style radiator. A door opens to reveal the
Ensuite Shower Room (2.27 x 1.93 max (7'5" x 6'3" max))
Skilfully added by the current vendors and providing a most useful addition to this home. There is a traditional "Savoy" suite comprising of a wash hand basin with a deep, soft closing storage draw beneath, a concealed cistern WC and a fully tiled, recessed double shower cubicle with polished metal, thermostatic shower fittings over. There is a chrome heated towel rail and an obscure glass uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect.
Bedroom Two (3.91 x 3.16 (12'9" x 10'4"))
Another double bedroom with original cast iron fireplace with stone hearth. There is a Victorian style radiator and a uPVC sash window to the front aspect having those aforementioned views.
Bedroom Three (3.17 x 1.77 (10'4" x 5'9"))
With a Victorian-style radiator and uPVC sash window to the side aspect. Small access hatch to the loft which has been insulated to modern standards.
Outside
To the front of the property there is a fully enclosed foregarden having a blue and terracotta quarry tiled pathway and gravelled borders, designed for low maintenance. Accessed from the kitchen there is a shared block paved pathway which leads around to a gravelled pathway with dry stone wall leading to the rear of the home. Stone steps lead up to the garden which is mainly laid to lawn with a stone paved seating area, idea for warm weather dining. The garden is enclosed by dry stone wall and Hazel fence panelling providing a good level of privacy. A panelled door opens to reveal the
Workshop (2.28 x 2.76 (7'5" x 9'0"))
A super addition to the home providing secure storage for bikes and garden equipment etc. The building has been re-roofed and there is power and light laid on with a conservation rooflight over, giving potential for this space to be developed further into a home office or Artist's studio, amongst many other uses. To the side, doors open to reveal the
Former Coalhouse & Wc (1.14 x 0.94 & 1.23 x 1.03 (3'8" x 3'1" & 4'0" x 3')
With a low flush WC and again providing storage for recycling etc.
Directional Notes & Parking
From our office at Wirksworth proceed along Harrison drive in the direction of Cromford. At Cromford, turn right onto the A6 and continue along crossing over the River Derwent at Whatstandwell and immediately thereafter bear left as signposted for Whatstandwell and Crich. Continue into Main Road (B5035) staying on this road, passing through the village of Whatstandwell and upon reaching Crich proceed across the Market Place, climbing Bowns Hill and continuing along the B5035 as signposted for South Wingfield. After approximately 1 mile upon reaching the village of South Wingfield, the cottage will be found on the left hand side as identified by our For Sale sign. Postcode is DE55 7NH. There is on street parking available just across the road, on a first come, first served basis.
Council Tax Information
We are informed by Amber Valley Borough Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band B which is currently £1513 per annum.
