Overview
TUCKED AWAY TO A VILLAGE BACKWATER AND ENJOYING TRULY SUPERB VIEWS ACROSS THE HILLS OF THE DERWENT VALLEY, A WELL PROPORTIONED THREE BEDROOM BUNGALOW IN NEED OF GENERAL UPGRADING.
Description
Standing on the eastern fringe of the Peak District National Park and enjoying fine views and ready access to neighbouring countryside from the doorstep, this detached three bedroom bungalow presents an interesting opportunity. Built of reconstituted stone beneath a concrete tiled roof, the design includes spacious living accommodation and three double bedrooms all complemented by good sized gardens, parking and garage. The principal rooms include good sized windows to take advantage of the views and natural light.
The bungalow is in need of general upgrading and refurbishment and offers potential to create a truly individual home within a special location which stands above The Dale, a charming area of local countryside which provides walks in every direction. There is a choice of primary schools close by in the villages of Winster and South Darley, whilst good road links lead to the wider amenities in Darley Dale (1 mile), Matlock (3 miles), Bakewell (6 miles), Chesterfield (11 miles). The larger employment centres of Derby, Sheffield and Nottingham are each considered to be within daily commuting distance.
ACCOMMODATION
Sheltered beneath a broad veranda, a hardwood panelled front door opens to an entrance hallway which leads around and past built-in storage which includes a boiler cupboard, cloaks cupboard and airing cupboard and to a wider lobby which serves the bedroom and bathroom accommodation. Here there is access to the roof void, whilst by the front entrance doors also lead off the sitting room and kitchen.
Sitting room – 5.14m x 3.62m (16’ 10” x 11’ 10”) positioned and designed to take full advantage of the truly spectacular southerly views which stretch to Oker Hill and the hillsides of Hackney and Two Dales beyond. The second window looks across The Dale towards Bonsall Moor. There is an old style gas fire and skirting type radiator.
Dining room – 3.29m x 3.01m (10’ 9” x 9’ 10”) accessed off the sitting room and with an open aspect to the adjoining kitchen. Presently, with a stud wall and cupboard divide. Aluminium sliding patio doors enjoy a similar southerly aspect across The Dale.
Kitchen – 3.42m x 3.01m (11’ 3” x 9’ 10”) also accessed off the hallway, with stainless steel sink unit, built-in cupboard, hardwood window facing the rear, breakfast bar. There is the benefit of a walk-in pantry and separate slim store.
Utility porch – with uPVC external rear door, similar part glazed panel on the opposite wall, gas meter and hot and cold supply for a washing machine.
Bathroom – 2.08m x 2m (6’ 10” x 6’ 7”) fitted with a turquoise wash hand basin and panelled bath with mixer shower tap.
Separate WC – with turquoise WC.
Bedroom 1 – 3.32m x 3.01m (10’ 11” x 9’ 10”) with a range of built-in wardrobes and uPVC double glazed window facing the rear garden.
Bedroom 2 – 4.37m x 3.32m (14’ 4” x 10’ 11”) a good sized double bedroom enjoying distant views to the east looking towards Matlock Bank and the Derwent Valley hillsides. Built-in wardrobe and a second window facing the side.
Bedroom 3 – 3.34m x 3.29m (10’ 11” x 10’ 9”) overall, including a range of full width wardrobing to one side. Similar distant views across the hills which surround this stretch of the Derwent Valley and with Oker Hill prominent in the foreground.
OUTSIDE & PARKING
Glendale stands tucked away off the centre of the village to a private lane shared with a handful of properties. The lane provides vehicular access to the farm and also provides public access on foot into The Dale below, a delightful area of natural countryside ideal for traffic free walks.
The bungalow stands elevated from the lane side to a good sized plot with gardens principally to the front, side and rear. To the front of the house, the garden is lawned and with a wide paved patio extending into the front veranda. Paths lead to each side and at the rear broad steps rise gently to the larger garden and include hard standing for shed and greenhouse. Mature shrubs and specimen trees create privacy and are set around a central lawn and beds, all providing further opportunity for the green fingered enthusiast. The garden has historically been used as a vegetable garden.
Adjacent to the lane at the front is an area of hard standing and turning together with a single garage which stands semi-detached to an adjoining garage.
TENURE – Freehold
SERVICES – All mains services are available to the property, which enjoys the benefit of gas fired central heating and a variety of sealed unit double glazing. No specific test has been made on the services or their distribution.
EPC RATING – to be confirmed
COUNCIL TAX – Band D
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 Bakewell Road travelling north to Darley Dale. On passing St Elphin’s Park, turn left onto Old Road, passing Red House Stables. Continue to Four Lane Ends before turning left, then proceeding across Darley Bridge and rise up the hill into Wensley. Locate The Square on the left hand side (offering public car parking). Proceeding through The Square, the lane leads to Glendale being found on the right hand side.
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VIEWING – Strictly by prior arrangement with the Matlock office 01629 580228.
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