House For Sale £290,000
We are delighted to offer this two double bedroomed, stone-built, Victorian end terraced cottage which is located in this sought after hamlet of Alton in the Parish of Ashover and has undergone an extensive programme of refurbishment throughout. This home benefits from thermostatically controlled electric heating and uPVC double glazing. The accommodation comprises; entrance hall, sitting room, spacious dining kitchen, two double bedrooms and a four piece family bathroom. Outside there are gardens to front, rear and side aspects, with off street parking for several vehicles, a stone-built outbuilding and a garage. Viewing Highly Recommended, No Upward Chain, Virtual Tour Available.
The Location
Alton is a picturesque hamlet surrounded by open countryside where there are many fine walks with horse riding and fishing facilities close by. Located in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside, close to the popular village of Ashover, where there are excellent local amenities, including the highly regarded Ashover Primary School, doctors surgery, post office and butcher's shop, public houses and Church. Alton lies within easy reach of the towns of Chesterfield (6.5miles) and Matlock (5.5miles) and is within easy commuting distance to Nottingham, Derby and Sheffield. This home has open countryside views to front and rear aspects.
Ground Floor
A wooden gate leads into the gravelled foregarden with seating area where the stone flagged pathway and steps lead up to the part glazed uPVC double glazed door which opens into the entrance hallway. Stairs lead off to the first floor and the door opens into the
Sitting Room (3.92 x 3.7 (12'10" x 12'1"))
A bright and airy room with large sash-style, uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect enjoying views to the surrounding countryside beyond. There is an exposed brick fireplace with stone lintel and wood-burning stove inset. There are BT, TV and satellite connections. A door leads through to the
Kitchen Diner (4.83 x 3.64 (15'10" x 11'11"))
With a wood-effect vinyl flooring and an extensive modern range of wall, base and soft-closing drawer units with wood-effect worktop over and inset 1.5 bowl acrylic sink. Integrated appliances include; dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, electric oven and induction hob with extractor hood over. The stone lintel of the former fireplace has been retained and makes an attractive feature. The two uPVC double glazed windows to the rear aspect provide a good level of natural light. A matching uPVC door leads out to the rear courtyard and garden. There is ample space for a family-sized dining table and chairs here. A door opens to reveal a deep understairs storage cupboard which is warmed by a low level thermostatic heater and has hooks for coats and hats etc.
First Floor
The staircase arrives at the first floor where there is a uPVC double glazed window to the side aspect and access to the loft which has been insulated to modern standards. The first door on the left leads into
Bedroom One (3.94 x 3.73 (12'11" x 12'2"))
A spacious and light bedroom with sash-style uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect enjoying superb, far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. TV point. A door opens to reveal the overstairs storage cupboard which is the location for the pressurised hot water cylinder.
Bedroom Two (3.62 x 2.64 max (11'10" x 8'7" max))
Another double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect.
Family Bathroom (2.57 x 2.06 (8'5" x 6'9"))
With a tile-effect vinyl flooring and equipped with a modern four piece suite comprising; panelled bath, corner shower enclosure, vanity wash basin with cupboard beneath and a dual flush WC. There is a heated towel rail, illuminated mirror and an obscure glass uPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect.
Outside
To the front of the home there is a fully enclosed gravelled courtyard with stone flagged pathway and seating area. Immediately to the rear of the kitchen there is a low maintenance garden enclosed by dry stone wall and access gate which leads out to the driveway where there is potential parking for several vehicles. There is a stone-built outbuilding, a garage and a sizeable lawned garden
Council Tax Information
We are informed by North East Derbyshire Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band B which is currently £1605 per annum.
Directional Notes
Leaving Matlock along the A632 towards Chesterfield after passing the Kelstedge Inn, take the second right turn into Hut Lane and at the end of the lane turn left, at the next junction turn right, follow the road into Alton, passing the grass triangle with the telephone box, continue following the road down the hill, after passing the left turn signposted Press, the home can be found on the right hand side.
Right Of Access
Please note that numbers 1 & 2 Mill Cottages have access to the driveway which then leads into their respective gardens and parking areas.
The Location
Alton is a picturesque hamlet surrounded by open countryside where there are many fine walks with horse riding and fishing facilities close by. Located in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside, close to the popular village of Ashover, where there are excellent local amenities, including the highly regarded Ashover Primary School, doctors surgery, post office and butcher's shop, public houses and Church. Alton lies within easy reach of the towns of Chesterfield (6.5miles) and Matlock (5.5miles) and is within easy commuting distance to Nottingham, Derby and Sheffield. This home has open countryside views to front and rear aspects.
Ground Floor
A wooden gate leads into the gravelled foregarden with seating area where the stone flagged pathway and steps lead up to the part glazed uPVC double glazed door which opens into the entrance hallway. Stairs lead off to the first floor and the door opens into the
Sitting Room (3.92 x 3.7 (12'10" x 12'1"))
A bright and airy room with large sash-style, uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect enjoying views to the surrounding countryside beyond. There is an exposed brick fireplace with stone lintel and wood-burning stove inset. There are BT, TV and satellite connections. A door leads through to the
Kitchen Diner (4.83 x 3.64 (15'10" x 11'11"))
With a wood-effect vinyl flooring and an extensive modern range of wall, base and soft-closing drawer units with wood-effect worktop over and inset 1.5 bowl acrylic sink. Integrated appliances include; dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, electric oven and induction hob with extractor hood over. The stone lintel of the former fireplace has been retained and makes an attractive feature. The two uPVC double glazed windows to the rear aspect provide a good level of natural light. A matching uPVC door leads out to the rear courtyard and garden. There is ample space for a family-sized dining table and chairs here. A door opens to reveal a deep understairs storage cupboard which is warmed by a low level thermostatic heater and has hooks for coats and hats etc.
First Floor
The staircase arrives at the first floor where there is a uPVC double glazed window to the side aspect and access to the loft which has been insulated to modern standards. The first door on the left leads into
Bedroom One (3.94 x 3.73 (12'11" x 12'2"))
A spacious and light bedroom with sash-style uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect enjoying superb, far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. TV point. A door opens to reveal the overstairs storage cupboard which is the location for the pressurised hot water cylinder.
Bedroom Two (3.62 x 2.64 max (11'10" x 8'7" max))
Another double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect.
Family Bathroom (2.57 x 2.06 (8'5" x 6'9"))
With a tile-effect vinyl flooring and equipped with a modern four piece suite comprising; panelled bath, corner shower enclosure, vanity wash basin with cupboard beneath and a dual flush WC. There is a heated towel rail, illuminated mirror and an obscure glass uPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect.
Outside
To the front of the home there is a fully enclosed gravelled courtyard with stone flagged pathway and seating area. Immediately to the rear of the kitchen there is a low maintenance garden enclosed by dry stone wall and access gate which leads out to the driveway where there is potential parking for several vehicles. There is a stone-built outbuilding, a garage and a sizeable lawned garden
Council Tax Information
We are informed by North East Derbyshire Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band B which is currently £1605 per annum.
Directional Notes
Leaving Matlock along the A632 towards Chesterfield after passing the Kelstedge Inn, take the second right turn into Hut Lane and at the end of the lane turn left, at the next junction turn right, follow the road into Alton, passing the grass triangle with the telephone box, continue following the road down the hill, after passing the left turn signposted Press, the home can be found on the right hand side.
Right Of Access
Please note that numbers 1 & 2 Mill Cottages have access to the driveway which then leads into their respective gardens and parking areas.
