House For Sale £959,995
We are delighted to offer this individual, architect designed, contemporary five bedroom detached home which is located just a short distance from the centre of this popular village of Crich. This home, situated along a private driveway has undergone an extensive programme of refurbishment and extension resulting in a truly stunning family home. The property is presented over three floors and benefits from quality double glazing and gas central heating throughout. The accommodation comprises; a large reception hallway, cinema room, guest's cloakroom with shower room, utility, sitting room, garden room/gym and a spacious living/dining/kitchen. On the first floor we have three bedrooms, the principal bedroom having a dressing area with fitted wardrobes and a stylish, four piece ensuite bathroom. There is also an ensuite shower room to bedroom two. On the second floor there are two further double bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom with glazed apex window to the front aspect offering superb far-reaching views. Outside there is a tiled raised patio with stainless steel post and wire balustrade which provides a superb entertaining area with direct access onto the garden, mainly laid to lawn with a spa tub and swimming pool with changing room pod. Viewing Highly Recommended. Virtual Tour Available.
The Location
Crich is a popular village with a good range of local amenities including post office, village convenience store, artisan bakers and cafe, butchers, doctors' surgery, hairdressers, three village inns and a sought after primary school. The location is highly convenient for other surrounding centres including Belper (six miles to the south), Matlock (eight miles to the north), Nottingham (sixteen miles to the east, Derby (twelve miles to the south) and Junction 28 of the M1 Motorway (thirteen miles) which provides fast access to other nearby regional centres and the main motorway network. Holmfield is less than a five minute walk to the village centre.
Quality And So Much More
This home has been refurbished with a number of high specification fixtures and fittings including powder coated aluminium double glazed windows and doors with the kitchen, bathrooms and ensuites designed and installed by Creative Interiors in Derby. The exterior has been finished with "K" Render (an insulating smooth plaster) and cedar wood cladding. There are brushed aluminium sockets and switches throughout and underfloor heating to the gym/garden room and ensuite bathroom.
Ground Floor
The property is accessed via the front driveway where the substantial solid oak door with fully glazed side panels open into the
Entrance Hallway (4.73 x 3.71 max (15'6" x 12'2" max))
Spacious and bright with a ceramic tiled flooring and open to the vaulted ceiling above with galleried landing. Oak panelled doors lead off to several rooms. The first on the right opens to reveal the
Cinema Room (4.95 x 3.35 (16'2" x 10'11"))
A superb addition to the home and well used by the current vendor's family. There are wall mounted TV and surround sound speaker connections making movie nights a real treat in this home! Please note that the TV and sound system may be available to purchase via separate negotiation. The next door along opens into the
Utility (2.58 x 1.74 (8'5" x 5'8"))
With good storage cupboards for shoes, cleaning products and household cleaning appliances. There is a stainless steel sink with mixer tap over and space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble drier. An internal door leads through to the
Guest's Cloakroom & Shower (2.58 x 1.76 (8'5" x 5'9"))
With a ceramic tiled floor and a modern suite comprising of a fully tiled shower enclosure with thermostatic shower fittings over, wall mounted wash basin with mixer tap and a concealed cistern WC. There is a chrome heated towel rail. From the entrance hallway, a part glazed, oak panelled door leads into the
Sitting Room (6.3 x 5.44 (20'8" x 17'10"))
A larger than average reception room with a brick-built fireplace and open fire with cast iron grate inset. There is an engineered oak flooring, TV and wired-in speaker connections for surround sound. Bi-fold doors open to reveal the
Games/Garden Room/Gym (5.59 x 3.93 (18'4" x 12'10"))
This is a superb addition to the home offering a number of potential uses. There is ceramic tiled flooring warmed by underfloor heating and a rectangular glazed atrium overhead flooding this room with natural light. The fully glazed bi-fold doors open all the way back allowing access to the tiled patio area leading to the garden.
Living/Dining/Kitchen (9.16 x 5.08 max (30'0" x 16'7" max))
Accessed via the entrance hallway via the part-glazed panelled oak door, this room is the social heart of the home with a spacious and bright lounge/dining area with exposed feature steel joists. The kitchen has been designed and installed by Creative Interiors of Derby and offers an extensive range of wall, base and soft closing drawer units with a natural polished stone worktop over. There is a high quality range of integrated appliances including dishwasher, full height fridge and freezer and the central island unit has an induction hob with motorised pop-up extractor unit, lit by subtle under counter lighting. There are three eye level electric fan ovens one of which is a combination/microwave oven. The 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink has a high pressure mixer tap and an instant boiling water tap. The illuminated recessed shelving to the side is ideal for the storage of recipe books etc. In the dining area there are discreet wall-mounted tv connections and matching bi-fold doors which open back fully, allowing access to the decked area and garden.
First Floor
From the entrance hallway, the oak and brushed steel spindled staircase rises to the first floor landing where we find a front aspect double glazed window and a built-in storage cupboard which is the location for the hot water cylinder and the TV/BT Sound/Vision matrix. A matching staircase leads up to the second floor landing.
Principal Bedroom (5.12 x 4.31 (16'9" x 14'1"))
A larger than average principal bedroom with double glazed windows to rear and side aspects, both offering superb, far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. Matching fully glazed doors open to allow access to the balcony area which runs the full width of the rear elevation and is a superb seating area to sit and enjoy those views. Column-style radiators and a TV point. A door leads through to the
Dressing Room (2.74 x 2.45 (8'11" x 8'0"))
With a full bank of bespoke designed and fitted wardrobes by "Hammonds of Leicester" with built-in drawers, shelving and hanging rails providing a good level of garment storage. An internal door gives access to the
Ensuite Bathroom (2.96 x 2.61 (9'8" x 8'6"))
A four piece contemporary suite designed and installed by Creative Interiors (Derby) and comprising of a walk-in shower enclosure with touch button controlled, high pressure thermostatic shower fittings, a wall mounted vanity wash basin with storage cupboard beneath, bath and a concealed cistern WC. There is complimentary wall and floor tiling, the latter warmed by electric underfloor heating. There is mood lighting, an anthracite heated towel rail and obscure glass double glazed windows to the front aspect.
Bedroom Two (3.6 x 3.51 (11'9" x 11'6"))
Another double bedroom with fully glazed French doors which open to give access to the balcony area. A door leads into the
Ensuite Shower Room (2.16 x 1.6 (7'1" x 5'2"))
Stylishly tiled and with a three piece suite comprising of a corner shower enclosure with thermostatic shower fittings over, a wall mounted wash basin with mixer tap and a concealed cistern WC. There is an obscure glass double glazed window to the side aspect and a chrome heated towel rail.
Bedroom Five/Study (3.35 x 2 (10'11" x 6'6"))
Currently used as a home office with two front aspect double glazed windows. Column-style radiator.
Second Floor
On arrival at the second floor landing we find a good sized space here which could act as a study/reading area if required. There is a Velux window overhead. The door on the left leads into
Bedroom Three (4.43 x 4.38 (14'6" x 14'4"))
A good sized double bedroom with two Velux windows (having integral black-out blinds) to front and rear aspects, providing a good level of natural light.
Bedroom Four (4.51 x 4.38 (14'9" x 14'4"))
Another good sized double bedroom with two Velux windows (having integral black-out blinds) to front and rear aspects. There is a built-in cupboard with matching drawer unit and wall mounted shelving.
Family Bathroom (2.74 x 2.7 (8'11" x 8'10"))
Luxuriously appointed and stylishly tiled, here we have a three piece contemporary suite comprising of a double ended bath with hand-held shower attachments, a concealed cistern WC and a vanity wash hand basin with storage cupboard beneath. The feature glazed window to the front aspect offers superb, long distance views over the surrounding countryside.
Outside
To the front of the property there is a driveway which provides parking for several vehicles. A pathway to the side of the home leads to the rear garden where we have steps that lead up to an illuminated, ceramic tiled, raised patio with a stainless steel post and wire balustrade, ideal for warm weather dining or social events. There is an extensive lawned garden flanked by dry stone wall and mature hedgerow with a variety of plants and trees within its borders. At the bottom of the garden there is another seating area (ideally placed to enjoy those far-reaching views!) and a "Hydropool" jacuzzi with an above ground swim spa/pool. There is a changing room pod with covered seating area (2.95 x 1.88m).
Store (3.42 x 2.68 (11'2" x 8'9"))
A most useful storage space for the home. The "Worcester" gas central heating boiler is located here.
Directional Notes
The approach from our Wirksworth office is to proceed along Harrison Drive in the direction of Cromford. At the bottom of the village at Cromford Market Place take a right hand turn onto the A6 Continue along the A6 towards Derby crossing over the River Derwent at Whatstandwell and upon reaching Ambergate bear left into Ripley Road (A610, opposite The Hurt Arms). Continue along this road, passing under the railway bridge and upon reaching the traffic light junction turn left into Bull Bridge Hill as signposted for Fritchley and Crich. Continue to climb Bull Bridge Hill which becomes Crich Road and thereafter The Common. Over Croft Lane is the turning on the right just after the turn to "Tors Spring" and before the turn on the left to "Chapel Lane". Continue down Over Croft Lane and Holmfield will be found on your right hand side as identified by our For Sale sign.
Council Tax Information
We are informed by Amber Valley Borough Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band E which is currently £2449 per annum.
The Location
Crich is a popular village with a good range of local amenities including post office, village convenience store, artisan bakers and cafe, butchers, doctors' surgery, hairdressers, three village inns and a sought after primary school. The location is highly convenient for other surrounding centres including Belper (six miles to the south), Matlock (eight miles to the north), Nottingham (sixteen miles to the east, Derby (twelve miles to the south) and Junction 28 of the M1 Motorway (thirteen miles) which provides fast access to other nearby regional centres and the main motorway network. Holmfield is less than a five minute walk to the village centre.
Quality And So Much More
This home has been refurbished with a number of high specification fixtures and fittings including powder coated aluminium double glazed windows and doors with the kitchen, bathrooms and ensuites designed and installed by Creative Interiors in Derby. The exterior has been finished with "K" Render (an insulating smooth plaster) and cedar wood cladding. There are brushed aluminium sockets and switches throughout and underfloor heating to the gym/garden room and ensuite bathroom.
Ground Floor
The property is accessed via the front driveway where the substantial solid oak door with fully glazed side panels open into the
Entrance Hallway (4.73 x 3.71 max (15'6" x 12'2" max))
Spacious and bright with a ceramic tiled flooring and open to the vaulted ceiling above with galleried landing. Oak panelled doors lead off to several rooms. The first on the right opens to reveal the
Cinema Room (4.95 x 3.35 (16'2" x 10'11"))
A superb addition to the home and well used by the current vendor's family. There are wall mounted TV and surround sound speaker connections making movie nights a real treat in this home! Please note that the TV and sound system may be available to purchase via separate negotiation. The next door along opens into the
Utility (2.58 x 1.74 (8'5" x 5'8"))
With good storage cupboards for shoes, cleaning products and household cleaning appliances. There is a stainless steel sink with mixer tap over and space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble drier. An internal door leads through to the
Guest's Cloakroom & Shower (2.58 x 1.76 (8'5" x 5'9"))
With a ceramic tiled floor and a modern suite comprising of a fully tiled shower enclosure with thermostatic shower fittings over, wall mounted wash basin with mixer tap and a concealed cistern WC. There is a chrome heated towel rail. From the entrance hallway, a part glazed, oak panelled door leads into the
Sitting Room (6.3 x 5.44 (20'8" x 17'10"))
A larger than average reception room with a brick-built fireplace and open fire with cast iron grate inset. There is an engineered oak flooring, TV and wired-in speaker connections for surround sound. Bi-fold doors open to reveal the
Games/Garden Room/Gym (5.59 x 3.93 (18'4" x 12'10"))
This is a superb addition to the home offering a number of potential uses. There is ceramic tiled flooring warmed by underfloor heating and a rectangular glazed atrium overhead flooding this room with natural light. The fully glazed bi-fold doors open all the way back allowing access to the tiled patio area leading to the garden.
Living/Dining/Kitchen (9.16 x 5.08 max (30'0" x 16'7" max))
Accessed via the entrance hallway via the part-glazed panelled oak door, this room is the social heart of the home with a spacious and bright lounge/dining area with exposed feature steel joists. The kitchen has been designed and installed by Creative Interiors of Derby and offers an extensive range of wall, base and soft closing drawer units with a natural polished stone worktop over. There is a high quality range of integrated appliances including dishwasher, full height fridge and freezer and the central island unit has an induction hob with motorised pop-up extractor unit, lit by subtle under counter lighting. There are three eye level electric fan ovens one of which is a combination/microwave oven. The 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink has a high pressure mixer tap and an instant boiling water tap. The illuminated recessed shelving to the side is ideal for the storage of recipe books etc. In the dining area there are discreet wall-mounted tv connections and matching bi-fold doors which open back fully, allowing access to the decked area and garden.
First Floor
From the entrance hallway, the oak and brushed steel spindled staircase rises to the first floor landing where we find a front aspect double glazed window and a built-in storage cupboard which is the location for the hot water cylinder and the TV/BT Sound/Vision matrix. A matching staircase leads up to the second floor landing.
Principal Bedroom (5.12 x 4.31 (16'9" x 14'1"))
A larger than average principal bedroom with double glazed windows to rear and side aspects, both offering superb, far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. Matching fully glazed doors open to allow access to the balcony area which runs the full width of the rear elevation and is a superb seating area to sit and enjoy those views. Column-style radiators and a TV point. A door leads through to the
Dressing Room (2.74 x 2.45 (8'11" x 8'0"))
With a full bank of bespoke designed and fitted wardrobes by "Hammonds of Leicester" with built-in drawers, shelving and hanging rails providing a good level of garment storage. An internal door gives access to the
Ensuite Bathroom (2.96 x 2.61 (9'8" x 8'6"))
A four piece contemporary suite designed and installed by Creative Interiors (Derby) and comprising of a walk-in shower enclosure with touch button controlled, high pressure thermostatic shower fittings, a wall mounted vanity wash basin with storage cupboard beneath, bath and a concealed cistern WC. There is complimentary wall and floor tiling, the latter warmed by electric underfloor heating. There is mood lighting, an anthracite heated towel rail and obscure glass double glazed windows to the front aspect.
Bedroom Two (3.6 x 3.51 (11'9" x 11'6"))
Another double bedroom with fully glazed French doors which open to give access to the balcony area. A door leads into the
Ensuite Shower Room (2.16 x 1.6 (7'1" x 5'2"))
Stylishly tiled and with a three piece suite comprising of a corner shower enclosure with thermostatic shower fittings over, a wall mounted wash basin with mixer tap and a concealed cistern WC. There is an obscure glass double glazed window to the side aspect and a chrome heated towel rail.
Bedroom Five/Study (3.35 x 2 (10'11" x 6'6"))
Currently used as a home office with two front aspect double glazed windows. Column-style radiator.
Second Floor
On arrival at the second floor landing we find a good sized space here which could act as a study/reading area if required. There is a Velux window overhead. The door on the left leads into
Bedroom Three (4.43 x 4.38 (14'6" x 14'4"))
A good sized double bedroom with two Velux windows (having integral black-out blinds) to front and rear aspects, providing a good level of natural light.
Bedroom Four (4.51 x 4.38 (14'9" x 14'4"))
Another good sized double bedroom with two Velux windows (having integral black-out blinds) to front and rear aspects. There is a built-in cupboard with matching drawer unit and wall mounted shelving.
Family Bathroom (2.74 x 2.7 (8'11" x 8'10"))
Luxuriously appointed and stylishly tiled, here we have a three piece contemporary suite comprising of a double ended bath with hand-held shower attachments, a concealed cistern WC and a vanity wash hand basin with storage cupboard beneath. The feature glazed window to the front aspect offers superb, long distance views over the surrounding countryside.
Outside
To the front of the property there is a driveway which provides parking for several vehicles. A pathway to the side of the home leads to the rear garden where we have steps that lead up to an illuminated, ceramic tiled, raised patio with a stainless steel post and wire balustrade, ideal for warm weather dining or social events. There is an extensive lawned garden flanked by dry stone wall and mature hedgerow with a variety of plants and trees within its borders. At the bottom of the garden there is another seating area (ideally placed to enjoy those far-reaching views!) and a "Hydropool" jacuzzi with an above ground swim spa/pool. There is a changing room pod with covered seating area (2.95 x 1.88m).
Store (3.42 x 2.68 (11'2" x 8'9"))
A most useful storage space for the home. The "Worcester" gas central heating boiler is located here.
Directional Notes
The approach from our Wirksworth office is to proceed along Harrison Drive in the direction of Cromford. At the bottom of the village at Cromford Market Place take a right hand turn onto the A6 Continue along the A6 towards Derby crossing over the River Derwent at Whatstandwell and upon reaching Ambergate bear left into Ripley Road (A610, opposite The Hurt Arms). Continue along this road, passing under the railway bridge and upon reaching the traffic light junction turn left into Bull Bridge Hill as signposted for Fritchley and Crich. Continue to climb Bull Bridge Hill which becomes Crich Road and thereafter The Common. Over Croft Lane is the turning on the right just after the turn to "Tors Spring" and before the turn on the left to "Chapel Lane". Continue down Over Croft Lane and Holmfield will be found on your right hand side as identified by our For Sale sign.
Council Tax Information
We are informed by Amber Valley Borough Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band E which is currently £2449 per annum.
