Dolly Lane, Buxworth, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK23

Set amidst vast countryside on the edge of the Peak District National Park, Barn Cottage sits on a quiet country lane.

Description

Barn Cottage is a handsome stone-built property in an elevated setting with its characterful exposed beams, barn doors, feature fire places and log burners the property has been lovingly restored and cared for by the current owners during their long tenure. Set in a glorious rural setting with fantastic views, on the fringe of the Peak District National Park, Barn Cottage offers beautifully well-balanced living accommodation extending to 1672 sq ft with further scope to create additional self-contained accommodation.

The ground floor accommodation includes a delightful farmhouse shaker style kitchen with tiled stone flooring, cream Kashmir granite worktops and free-standing AEG electric cooker and induction hob, with integrated fridge and dishwasher. There are two reception rooms, a relaxing sitting room with stone hearth and an open fire, exposed beams and glorious undiluted views of the countryside.

The second reception room has been opened up to create a fabulous 18’5” open plan living/dining area, with engineered oak flooring, Jotul wood burning stove and a delightful dual aspect with commanding views and French doors leading to the garden. Adjoining this room is a useful fully fitted utility/boot room with additional stair access to the first floor.
To the first floor there are four bedrooms, three of which are doubles and enjoy delightful rear views with the third having a wood burning stove. The fourth bedroom is currently fitted as bespoke dressing room. All bedrooms are served by two house bathrooms. The main bathroom has recently been upgraded and is finished in Stiffkey Blue with heritage sanitary ware, a free-standing bath and plantation shutters. There is an additional bathroom suite with heritage sanitaryware and a shower.

Externally Barn Cottage enjoys front and rear gardens enclosed by stone walls. To the front there is a delightful cottage courtyard garden with views to the hills and the rear south-west facing gardens are beautifully maintained with a manicured lawn and Indian stone patio area ideal for entertaining. The 180 degrees views are unspoilt and captivating.

For those buyers seeking a characterful country cottage in a peaceful setting with glorious views amongst countryside walks and outdoor pursuits, Barn Cottage really is a must-see.

Location

The village of Chinley lies just under 2 miles away and is a vibrant village with a railway station, served by the Hope Valley railway line station (Manchester from 36 mins, Sheffield from 30 mins, Stockport for main West Coast line to London Euston from 17 mins) and is home to a selection of eateries and country inns. The award winning ‘The Old Hall Inn’ and ‘Paper Mill Inn’ are located in the picturesque hamlet of Whitehough on the outskirts of Chinley (3.8 miles away). Nearby towns include Chapel en le Frith, New Mills and Whaley Bridge which are all less than four miles away where there are specialist shops and supermarkets.

The area abounds with leisure facilities, Walking, cycling and horse riding are all enjoyed locally. The area is spoilt with countryside walks including Cracken Edge to Chinley Churn and Chinley to Edale along the Pennine way, these Peak district walks enjoy scenic views over the Goyt River and Peak District beyond.

Manchester airport is about 20 miles away and the city centre about 20 miles distant. Local schools in the area include Chinley Primary School which is rated as Good by Ofsted and there are a number of private schools within reach including King’s School Macclesfield, Stockport Grammar and Cheadle Hulme School.

Square Footage: 1,672 sq ft