Originating as part of a row of railway workers cottages, no. 5 now stands semi-detached, larger than its neighbour (No. 1) and provides comfortable four bedroom accommodation, boasting charm and character. The cottage has the advantage of a generous garden plot, which combines with this special location to make a very desirable proposition for those who enjoy outdoor lifestyles.

The cottages nestle off a private drive, shared as access to the nearby Arkwright wharf buildings and which lead directly on to the historic Cromford Canal and close by High Peak Junction. Both the canal and High Peak Trail provide off-road links to the immediate countryside and to the surrounding woodland and meadows, which add to the magic of this superb Derwent Valley setting.

The property faces across the valley yet is conveniently accessed via a driveway from the main A6 trunk road, which runs at the rear providing ready road links to the neighbouring villages and market towns. Cromford lies a short way to the north, offering a wide range of local amenities and along with Whatstandwell to the south, each offer respected primary school options. The market towns of Wirksworth (3 miles), Matlock (4 miles), Belper (6 miles) are also accessible, and the cities of Derby and Nottingham are each within daily commuting distance. Whatstandwell and Cromford train stations provide rail links to the national network.

ACCOMMODATION
A double glazed door opens to an entrance hall finished with a tiled floor, which continues throughout the kitchen, dining area, utility and cloakroom. The long hall broadens where a flight of open tread stairs lead off to the first floor.

Utility and WC - 2.96m x 0.8m (9’ 9” x 3’) to one side a low flush WC and hand basin, and to the other side plumbing for an automatic washing machine. There is built-in storage, stone frame single glazed window and revealed pitch pine ceiling timbers.

Breakfast kitchen – 3.48m x 3.44m (11’ 5” x 11’ 3”) fitted with a solid wood and painted range of cupboards and drawers, complemented by granite work surfaces set around twin under mounted sinks and ceramic hob. A lower hardwood top extends to provide breakfasting facilities. Integral appliances include fridge and freezer, eye level double ovens and dishwasher. The room enjoys excellent natural light with windows to the front and side, together with a full height picture window in the original doorway. Delightful views in each direction are gained across the gardens and hillsides beyond the valley.

Dining room – 3.46m x 3.44m (11’ 4” x 11’ 3”) as throughout the ground floor, featuring a pine beam ceiling, and as a focal point to the room a period stone fireplace is inset with a Scandinavian solid fuel stove, with a fully glazed door and stone framed window allow views to the front, and there is a connecting panelled door leading from the kitchen.

Sitting room – 5.47m x 3.46m (17’ 11” x 11’ 4”) a comfortable room, again with a stone fire surround and a solid fuel stove set above a flagged hearth. Beam ceiling, stone framed window, plus additional full height picture window to the original doorway. Oak parquet flooring is laid in a herringbone fashion and there is an additional obscure glazed window to the rear.

From the hall, stairs rise to the first floor landing with secondary glazed window to the rear, access to the roof void, and doors leading off to the bedrooms and bathroom. There are built-in storage cupboards, one an airing cupboard with linen storage, and one with clothes hanging.

Bathroom – fitted with a low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a panelled bath with an electric shower fitting above, chromed ladder radiator and secondary glazed window.

Bedroom 1 – 3.50m x 3.47m (11’ 6” x 11’ 5”) as with all bedrooms, the views improve with height through the front facing window looking across the gardens and beyond the canal to the character wharf buildings and to the wooded hillsides beyond. Wash hand basin to one corner.

Bedroom 2 – 3.50m x 3.46m (11’ 6” x 11’ 4”) a second double bedroom with feature stone framed window with views to the front.

Bedroom 3 – 3.46m x 3.30m (11’ 4” x 10’ 10”) currently utilised as a study yet with tall built-in wardrobes and similar front views.

Bedroom 4 – 2.17m x 2.16m (7’ 1” x 7’ 1”) a single or hobby room with a rear aspect window.

OUTSIDE & PARKING
The cottage is complemented by truly delightful outside space, which takes full advantage of views beyond the neighbouring woodland and heritage buildings. The gardens are sizeable and have clearly been expertly cared for over many years and play host to a wide variety of planting through well stocked shrub and flower borders, colourful perennials and a range of specimen trees and climbers.

There is also space for vegetables and soft fruit whilst a number of outbuildings provide useful storage amenity. Seating areas are strategically placed throughout and there is the benefit of ample car parking.

There is also a substantial two storey barn which offers excellent storage opportunity and perhaps potential for workshop and hobby space as may be required. By the barn, a parking area provides space for several vehicles plus a second greenhouse, wooden workshop / store with electric power, log stores and area for other outside amenity.

Note: an area for dedicated parking for Cottage no. 1 is to be created within the land to the southern side of no. 5 cottage.

TENURE – Freehold.

SERVICES – No. 5 has the benefit of mains electricity, there is oil fired central heating and the benefit of a modern private drainage system. The cottages is principally double glazed with recently installed conservation type windows. No specific test has been made on the services or their distribution.

EPC RATING - Current 45E / Potential 97A

COUNCIL TAX – Band C

FIXTURES & FITTINGS – Only the fixtures and fittings mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. Certain other items may be taken at valuation if required. No specific test has been made on any appliance either included or available by negotiation.

DIRECTIONS – From Matlock Crown Square, take the A6 south to Cromford, proceeding straight ahead at the crossroad traffic lights. Continue for a further mile or so before locating the drive on the left hand side as signed The Wharf Shed, take this sharp left hand turn and the cottages are on the left hand side.

VIEWING – Strictly by prior arrangement with the Matlock office 01629 580228.

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