Smiths Lane, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1BU | Property for sale | Savills
129.97 sq m(1,399 sq ft)
Guide price £495,000(€588,638)

Smiths LaneBakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1BU


    Key features

    • Generous first floor duplex apartment
    • Three double bedrooms
    • Superb Mezzanine first floor
    • Open plan living arrangement
    • Pleasant views over the river Wye
    • Two off street parking spaces

    A unique, three bedroom duplex apartment overlooking the river Wye.

    About this property

    • Rutland Riverside Apartments are small collection of properties situated along the bank of the river Wye, enjoying a central position within Bakewell. The converted mill building holds four apartments, with this particular, duplex apartment being situated at first floor level, boasting accommodation across two storeys which extends to almost 1400sq ft in addition to two off street parking spaces.

      Entry at ground floor level leads into a communal hallway with stairs from this area ascending to apartment 4.

      Upon entry to the apartment there is a small lobby area, off which, to the right hand side is a well proportioned, dual aspect double bedroom, holding full height fitted wardrobes.

      a doorway to the left of the lobby leads into the extent of the remaining first floor accommodation, comprising two further double bedrooms positioned to the front of the building, both with fitted wardrobes and the shower room which is fully tiled and fitted with a wall hung WC, a separate shower enclosure and a vanity wash hand basin which is surrounded by fitted storage cupboards.

      The hugely impressive, open plan living space boasts a vaulted ceiling, displaying exposed oak beams and a dual aspect view, with the rear, west facing view overlooking the river Wye.

      The living space comprises a sitting area, a central dining space and a kitchen which incorporates a range of blue base and wall units with granite work surfaces, open shelving and glass fronted wall cabinets. Appliances within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, washing machine, a stainless steel sink and drainer, a four burner gas hob with extractor above, an integral microwave and a dishwasher.

      The spiral staircase ascends to a superb, versatile reception area with a galleried glass balustrade over looking the lower living space and features prominent, exposed truss beams. This first floor area is made up of a study with a roof light out to the front of the property and built-in storage cupboards, with a sizeable reception area over to the south aspect, laid with laminate flooring and also features a roof light over the front of the property.

      View payable Stamp Duty for this property

    The central locality and amount of accommodation on offer makes this apartment a rare opportunity for a range of buyer profiles.

    Luke BillsonProperty agent

    Local information

    • Bakewell is an idyllic market town within the Peak District National Park sat alongside the banks of the River Wye, displaying an array of period, stone built properties, in addition to a vast range of local facilities and amenities. There is a wide choice of restaurants, bars, pubs and cafes within the market town, alongside express supermarkets, pharmacies, butchers and a Post Office to name just a few conveniences. Bakewell and the Peak District National Park itself is positioned centrally between Stoke on Trent, Derby, Sheffield and Manchester, making it an ideal location for buyers requiring ease of commuting across the country. There are four primary and one secondary school within Bakewell, with Ofsted ‘outstanding' schools situated in nearby Baslow, Calvert and Stanton in Peak.

    Additional information

    • Derbyshire Dales District Council, tax band D.
    • EPC Rating: D
    • Tenure: Leasehold. Lease Expiry: 01/03/2129 (104 years remaining)
    • Service Charge: TBC
    • Ground Rent: TBC
    • Council Tax Band: D