House For Sale £650,000
We are delighted to offer For Sale, this substantial and historic former farmhouse which dates back to the early 17th century. This home, occupying a most private position with open views to the rear, has a wealth of character and original features and is extremely well presented throughout. The accommodation comprises; reception hallway, guest's cloakroom and WC, a recently refitted dining kitchen and utility, garden room, lounge, sitting room, sun room and study. On the first floor there are three good sized bedrooms, the master having an ensuite shower room and the second bedroom having access to a most useful games room/study. Outside there is a double garage and additional outbuildings including a former stable block. There are gardens to three aspects enjoying a good level of privacy. Viewing highly recommended.
A Brief History
Dating back to 1640, this property was believed to have been built by Henry Ireton who had links to Oliver Cromwell and was an English General in the Parliamentary army during the English civil war. He also married Cromwell's daughter.
The Location
This home is a short distance from the town of Belper, a popular market town with a wide range of amenities and voted "Best British High Street" in 2020. Ireton Hall will be found off the Kilburn Lane leading out of town, set back from the road and backing onto open countryside enjoying fabulous far-reaching views.
Ground Floor
The property is accessed via the driveway where the wide, solid oak entrance door leads into the
Reception Hallway (4.27 x 3.78 (14'0" x 12'4"))
An impressive, light and airy reception room with a ceramic flagstone flooring, exposed ceiling timbers, matching wall lights and dual aspect UPVC double glazed windows to the front and side. The staircase leads up to the galleried landing and first floor. Beneath the stairs, a door opens to reveal the
Guest's Cloakroom & Wc (1.37 x 0.75 (4'5" x 2'5"))
With part wood panelled walls and a two piece suite comprising of a low flush WC and a wall mounted wash basin. There is an obscure glass uPVC double glazed window to the side aspect. Back in the Reception Hallway, the ledged door ahead leads into the
Dining Kitchen (4.3 x 4.15 (14'1" x 13'7"))
With a ceramic tiled flooring and recently refitted with a "Masterclass Kitchen" by "Hub & Tub" of Duffield with a contemporary range of wall, base and soft closing drawer units with a "Dekton" work surface over, inset Belfast sink with "Franke" instant hot water enabled mixer tap over. There is a range of integrated appliances including; dishwasher, freezer, electric oven, combination oven and induction hob with extractor hood over. There are exposed ceiling timbers, stone mullioned uPVC double glazed windows to the side aspect and ample space for a dining table and chairs. Doors lead off to the Sitting Room, Lounge and
Utility (3.69 x 1.53 (12'1" x 5'0"))
Having a continuation of the kitchen units with work surface and inset sink with mixer tap over. A matching wall cupboard houses the combination boiler which provides the hot water and gas central heating for the home. Integrated appliances include; washing machine and a tumble drier. A part glazed uPVC double glazed door to the side leads out to the side courtyard. There is a recess which houses the floor to ceiling larder fridge.
Sitting Room (4.68 x 4.62 (15'4" x 15'1"))
Stylishly decorated with dual aspect stone mullioned windows to the front and side, solid oak flooring, exposed beams and timbers, matching wall lights and a coal-effect gas fire with tiled insert and wooden fire surround which provides a pleasing focal point.
Lounge (5.2 x 4.65 (17'0" x 15'3"))
A substantial and impressive reception room with oak flooring, exposed ceiling timbers and stone mullioned windows. There is a handsome stone fireplace with open cast iron grate.
Sun Room (7.42 x 3.23 (24'4" x 10'7"))
Currently used as a dining room with oak flooring warmed by underfloor heating. This room is bathed with natural light thanks to the double glazed windows, the large skylight windows overhead and the French doors which lead out to the patio and garden. A built-in cupboard provides good household storage.
Family Room (5.08 x 3.5 max (16'7" x 11'5" max))
With floor to ceiling double glazed windows and French doors enjoying views and opening onto the patio area and garden. There is solid oak flooring, exposed ceiling timbers and a TV point. A door leads through to the
Study (3.5 x 2.63 max (11'5" x 8'7" max))
With a continuation of the oak flooring, exposed ceiling timbers and double glazed windows. This is an ideal room for those required to work from home.
First Floor
The staircase from the reception hallway arrives at the galleried landing where a door leads to the first landing. The first door on the right leads into
Bedroom Two (4.71 x 4.63 (15'5" x 15'2"))
A larger than average double bedroom with double glazed stone-mullioned windows to the front aspect. There is recessed shelving, matching wall lights and an original feature stone fireplace. A cast iron spiral staircase leads to the
Games/ Study Room (4.69 x 2.75 max (15'4" x 9'0" max))
This space offers a number of potential uses including; home office, games/play room/craft area. There is a Velux window overhead and storage areas into the eaves.
Family Bathroom (2.75 x 2.74 (9'0" x 8'11"))
A four piece suite comprising Victorian rolled top bath with claw feet and mixer tap, walk-in shower enclosure with mains shower and glass screen, pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back and low flush WC. There is a stone mullioned double glazed window to the side aspect, oak flooring and a heated towel radiator.
Bedroom Three (3.45 x 2.74 (11'3" x 8'11"))
Another good sized double bedroom with large Velux window to the rear offering superb, far-reaching views across open countryside.
Principal Bedroom (4.62 x 3.73 (15'1" x 12'2"))
(Measurements have been taken to the front of the fitted wardrobes) - Fitted with a bank of built-in 'Sharps' mirrored-fronted wardrobes with hanging and shelving space. Access is available here up to the substantial loft which offers huge potential for conversion. There are matching wall lights and windows to the rear which enjoy those aforementioned views. A door leads through to the
Ensuite Shower Room (2.15 x 1.74 (7'0" x 5'8"))
Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a double shower enclosure, pedestal wash hand basin and low flush WC. There is a quality 'Karndean' flooring, Velux skylight and a heated towel radiator. Storage cupboard into the eaves.
Outside
To the front of the property we find a gravelled driveway accessed through wrought iron gates with brick boundary wall providing parking for several vehicles. The gardens wrap around three sides of the property with a sunny paved terrace area, perfect for alfresco dining, enjoying far reaching views over open farmland. From the terrace steps lead down to a lawned area surrounded by by mature conifer and hawthorn hedge providing a high degree of privacy. Herbaceous borders wrap around the lawn with mature trees and shrubs. To the rear is a sunny private courtyard garden with raised herbaceous borders and mature fruiting trees including apple, plum and distinctive olive tree.
Double Garage (8.3 x 5.82 max (27'2" x 19'1" max))
Brick built larger than average garage accessed via double wooden doors, having light and power with extra store room off. Ideally suited for use as a workshop, studio or home business subject to required consents from local authority.
The Stables (3.4 x 3.29 (11'1" x 10'9"))
Providing most useful storage with power and light.
Former Outhouses (1.82 x 1.77 (5'11" x 5'9"))
Brick built with wooden doors to both fronts.
Directional Notes
Leave Belper along Spencer Road and at the mini island turn right onto Short Street and left at the second island onto Nottingham Road which becomes Kilbourne Road and eventually Kilburn Lane. On the bend take a left hand turn and proceed through the wrought iron gates and pillars to the property.
Council Tax Information
We are informed by Amber Valley Borough Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band E which is currently £2377 per annum.
A Brief History
Dating back to 1640, this property was believed to have been built by Henry Ireton who had links to Oliver Cromwell and was an English General in the Parliamentary army during the English civil war. He also married Cromwell's daughter.
The Location
This home is a short distance from the town of Belper, a popular market town with a wide range of amenities and voted "Best British High Street" in 2020. Ireton Hall will be found off the Kilburn Lane leading out of town, set back from the road and backing onto open countryside enjoying fabulous far-reaching views.
Ground Floor
The property is accessed via the driveway where the wide, solid oak entrance door leads into the
Reception Hallway (4.27 x 3.78 (14'0" x 12'4"))
An impressive, light and airy reception room with a ceramic flagstone flooring, exposed ceiling timbers, matching wall lights and dual aspect UPVC double glazed windows to the front and side. The staircase leads up to the galleried landing and first floor. Beneath the stairs, a door opens to reveal the
Guest's Cloakroom & Wc (1.37 x 0.75 (4'5" x 2'5"))
With part wood panelled walls and a two piece suite comprising of a low flush WC and a wall mounted wash basin. There is an obscure glass uPVC double glazed window to the side aspect. Back in the Reception Hallway, the ledged door ahead leads into the
Dining Kitchen (4.3 x 4.15 (14'1" x 13'7"))
With a ceramic tiled flooring and recently refitted with a "Masterclass Kitchen" by "Hub & Tub" of Duffield with a contemporary range of wall, base and soft closing drawer units with a "Dekton" work surface over, inset Belfast sink with "Franke" instant hot water enabled mixer tap over. There is a range of integrated appliances including; dishwasher, freezer, electric oven, combination oven and induction hob with extractor hood over. There are exposed ceiling timbers, stone mullioned uPVC double glazed windows to the side aspect and ample space for a dining table and chairs. Doors lead off to the Sitting Room, Lounge and
Utility (3.69 x 1.53 (12'1" x 5'0"))
Having a continuation of the kitchen units with work surface and inset sink with mixer tap over. A matching wall cupboard houses the combination boiler which provides the hot water and gas central heating for the home. Integrated appliances include; washing machine and a tumble drier. A part glazed uPVC double glazed door to the side leads out to the side courtyard. There is a recess which houses the floor to ceiling larder fridge.
Sitting Room (4.68 x 4.62 (15'4" x 15'1"))
Stylishly decorated with dual aspect stone mullioned windows to the front and side, solid oak flooring, exposed beams and timbers, matching wall lights and a coal-effect gas fire with tiled insert and wooden fire surround which provides a pleasing focal point.
Lounge (5.2 x 4.65 (17'0" x 15'3"))
A substantial and impressive reception room with oak flooring, exposed ceiling timbers and stone mullioned windows. There is a handsome stone fireplace with open cast iron grate.
Sun Room (7.42 x 3.23 (24'4" x 10'7"))
Currently used as a dining room with oak flooring warmed by underfloor heating. This room is bathed with natural light thanks to the double glazed windows, the large skylight windows overhead and the French doors which lead out to the patio and garden. A built-in cupboard provides good household storage.
Family Room (5.08 x 3.5 max (16'7" x 11'5" max))
With floor to ceiling double glazed windows and French doors enjoying views and opening onto the patio area and garden. There is solid oak flooring, exposed ceiling timbers and a TV point. A door leads through to the
Study (3.5 x 2.63 max (11'5" x 8'7" max))
With a continuation of the oak flooring, exposed ceiling timbers and double glazed windows. This is an ideal room for those required to work from home.
First Floor
The staircase from the reception hallway arrives at the galleried landing where a door leads to the first landing. The first door on the right leads into
Bedroom Two (4.71 x 4.63 (15'5" x 15'2"))
A larger than average double bedroom with double glazed stone-mullioned windows to the front aspect. There is recessed shelving, matching wall lights and an original feature stone fireplace. A cast iron spiral staircase leads to the
Games/ Study Room (4.69 x 2.75 max (15'4" x 9'0" max))
This space offers a number of potential uses including; home office, games/play room/craft area. There is a Velux window overhead and storage areas into the eaves.
Family Bathroom (2.75 x 2.74 (9'0" x 8'11"))
A four piece suite comprising Victorian rolled top bath with claw feet and mixer tap, walk-in shower enclosure with mains shower and glass screen, pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back and low flush WC. There is a stone mullioned double glazed window to the side aspect, oak flooring and a heated towel radiator.
Bedroom Three (3.45 x 2.74 (11'3" x 8'11"))
Another good sized double bedroom with large Velux window to the rear offering superb, far-reaching views across open countryside.
Principal Bedroom (4.62 x 3.73 (15'1" x 12'2"))
(Measurements have been taken to the front of the fitted wardrobes) - Fitted with a bank of built-in 'Sharps' mirrored-fronted wardrobes with hanging and shelving space. Access is available here up to the substantial loft which offers huge potential for conversion. There are matching wall lights and windows to the rear which enjoy those aforementioned views. A door leads through to the
Ensuite Shower Room (2.15 x 1.74 (7'0" x 5'8"))
Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a double shower enclosure, pedestal wash hand basin and low flush WC. There is a quality 'Karndean' flooring, Velux skylight and a heated towel radiator. Storage cupboard into the eaves.
Outside
To the front of the property we find a gravelled driveway accessed through wrought iron gates with brick boundary wall providing parking for several vehicles. The gardens wrap around three sides of the property with a sunny paved terrace area, perfect for alfresco dining, enjoying far reaching views over open farmland. From the terrace steps lead down to a lawned area surrounded by by mature conifer and hawthorn hedge providing a high degree of privacy. Herbaceous borders wrap around the lawn with mature trees and shrubs. To the rear is a sunny private courtyard garden with raised herbaceous borders and mature fruiting trees including apple, plum and distinctive olive tree.
Double Garage (8.3 x 5.82 max (27'2" x 19'1" max))
Brick built larger than average garage accessed via double wooden doors, having light and power with extra store room off. Ideally suited for use as a workshop, studio or home business subject to required consents from local authority.
The Stables (3.4 x 3.29 (11'1" x 10'9"))
Providing most useful storage with power and light.
Former Outhouses (1.82 x 1.77 (5'11" x 5'9"))
Brick built with wooden doors to both fronts.
Directional Notes
Leave Belper along Spencer Road and at the mini island turn right onto Short Street and left at the second island onto Nottingham Road which becomes Kilbourne Road and eventually Kilburn Lane. On the bend take a left hand turn and proceed through the wrought iron gates and pillars to the property.
Council Tax Information
We are informed by Amber Valley Borough Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band E which is currently £2377 per annum.
