Edlaston, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2DQ | Property for sale | Savills
237.09 sq m(2,552 sq ft)
Asking price £895,000(€1,059,624)

EdlastonAshbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 2DQ


    Key features

    • Period farmhouse set in 1.7 acres
    • Enjoying a quiet, secluded position
    • Over 2500sqft of principal accommodation
    • Two two bedroom holiday cottages included
    • 1 acre of paddock land included in sale
    • Five bedrooms to the main house

    A 1700's farmhouse set in 1.7 acres with two holiday cottages. The property is situated within a small, quiet enclave of properties just 3.5 miles outside of Ashbourne.

    About this property

    • Church Farm is a spacious, five bedroom family home affording pleasant countryside views and enjoys a rural setting within a delightful 1.7 acre plot. Church Farm is the original 1700's farmhouse and is set within a small enclave of three other properties, to the end of a private road which makes it a safe, quiet community. In addition to the principal residence, there are two, two bedroom holiday cottages which currently benefit year round trade. The holiday cottages could also be utilised as annexe accommodation should a prospective buyer wish to do so.

      Accommodation
      Entry to the south elevation leads into a rear lobby, providing shoe and cloak storage, with a WC off, which also doubles up as a utility room with space and plumbing for additional appliances.

      A step down from the entrance lobby leads into a spacious, dual aspect breakfast kitchen featuring a vaulted, beamed ceiling and French doors out to the front of the property. The kitchen enjoys a lovely, east facing countryside view and incorporates a range of pine base and wall units to include a large pantry cupboard, an open fronted plate rack, open shelving and ample lower level cupboards and drawers. There is space within the kitchen for a dishwasher and an electric oven with extractor above. In addition to the electric oven there is a two stove, two oven oil fired Aga cooker.

      An opening from the breakfast kitchen follows into a characterful, dual aspect snug boasting an oak parquet floor, built-in alcove storage cupboards and a large inglenook fireplace, which displays the original cast iron range cooker. There is a secondary staircase to the first floor from within the snug, as well as access down to the cellar.

      The dual aspect sitting room spans the full depth of the property and benefits a door out to the front aspect, with a centrally positioned stone built fireplace holding an inset log burner and adjoining alcove built in storage. The rear of the sitting room is currently used as a study area and displays the original brick built thralls and salting stone.

      A sizeable games room completes the ground floor accommodation, a generous room enjoying a triple aspect view with French doors out to a private garden area, a central focal point fireplace with marble surround and mantle and alcove, fitted shelving and cabinetry.

      First Floor
      Stairs ascend to the first floor from the rear of the sitting room and follow up to a landing area and in turn, the extent of the first floor accommodation. Off to the right hand side of the landing there is an internal lobby area with a shower and a door through to a three piece family bathroom, fitted with a pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC and a fitted bath with shower over.

      Adjacent to the family bathroom is a front facing double bedroom with a staircase leading down to the snug. Another double bedroom sits to the front of the property with a double fronted view out over the west facing countryside, holding a feature cast iron fireplace and built-in alcove storage cupboards. The third, front facing double bedroom is of generous proportions, featuring an original wood strip floor, built-in storage cabinets and a walk-in wardrobe. The fourth bedroom at this level is situated to the rear of the property with a window overlooking the private garden and ample storage space to include alcove shelving, a walk-in wardrobe and a low level understairs storage cupboard.

      Second Floor
      A characterful double bedroom occupies the second floor level and displays the original oak purlins, with a strip pine floor and built-in alcove storage cupboards with a dual aspect view.

      Church Farm Cottage
      Church Farm Cottage is a charming two bedroom holiday let property comprising at ground floor level a small entrance hall, a well appointed kitchen and a characterful dual aspect sitting room with exposed brick chimney breast holding an inset open fire and a door out to the private garden area which enjoys a patio, a small parcel of lawn and a hedged boundary with the fence to the rear of the garden leading into an additional parcel of lawned garden.

      To the first floor there is a three piece bathroom, a single bedroom to the front of the property and a double bedroom to the rear.

      Orchard Cottage
      A single storey, two bedroom holiday cottage. Upon entry to the property there is a hallway leading to a single bedroom, a three piece bathroom and a double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, bedside tables and dressing table. Off the hall to the right hand side is a well proportioned dual aspect sitting room laid with an oak strip floor and features a focal point log burner with a tiled hearth. Steps down from the sitting room lead into the open plan kitchen diner, which also benefits French doors out to the rear garden. Both of the cottages can be viewed on the Sykes Cottages website.

      Outside
      To the front of the property a metal gate leads into a one acre paddock which offers an area of hardstanding suitable for a stable, shed etc and in turn lends access to a second paddock area which is available to purchase via separate negotiation and measures approximately 1.5 acres. The principal garden area is accessible via the French doors off the games room and offers a pleasant, private setting, which is predominantly laid to lawn with evergreen bedding.

      View payable Stamp Duty for this property

    The two holiday cottages are real selling points, offering a source of additional income or annexe space for dependant relatives.

    Luke BillsonProperty agent

    Local information

    • The picturesque village of Edlaston is within ‘The Golden Triangle' of the Derbyshire Dales, offering ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, cycling, & fishing. Edlaston and neighbouring Wyaston are active villages with a village hall offering an abundance of weekly social events and an annual well dressing . Osmaston country estate is within walking distance with bridle paths and beautiful wooded footpaths to explore. The market town of Ashbourne is 3.5 miles to the north and offers an abundance of national and independent retailers, a number of restaurants, leisure facilities and general day to day amenities. For education, the property falls within a few miles of local primary and secondary schools and is conveniently located for several private schools, including Denstone (8 miles), Abbotsholme (7 miles), Repton (19 miles), and Derby High School (14 miles). The property is also conveniently located for access to major arterial routes such as the A515 (600m), A50 (6 miles), and the A52 makes it an ideal choice. Derby Train Station is 14.5 miles to the south east, providing rail access to London from 1hr 24m.

    Additional information

    • Derbyshire Dales District Council, tax band F.
    • EPC Rating: F
    • Tenure: Freehold
    • Council Tax Band: F