Sydnope Hill, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4

This elegant and spacious three bedroom apartment forms part of a distinctive country house, converted to provide a range of individual apartments which share this truly delightful and unique setting. Sydnope Hall is Grade II Listed, noting the historic and architectural merit of both the original house and extensive gardens which were developed and laid out from the mid 1800s. The apartment is elegant in both style and proportion, offering a degree of versatility as a full-time home, for those in need of room for study, homeworking or visiting guests and for those seeking a quality countryside escape. The property shares the benefit of truly delightful gardens and grounds all well maintained for the benefit of the occupants which along with the flat, enjoy panoramic views across adjacent pasture and the countryside which forms the delightful Derwent Valley landscape. There are the added benefits of central heating (LPG), hardwood double glazing, ample car parking and a private garage.

The house is set well back from any main thoroughfare whilst a good range of local facilities are available in Two Dales and Darley Dale nearby. The market towns of Matlock, Bakewell and Chesterfield are all readily accessible, as are the attractions of the surrounding Derbyshire Dales and Peak District National Park all being on the doorstep.

ACCOMMODATION
At ground floor level a communal door shared between no. 12 and 12a opens to the stairway. Apartment 12a is situated at second floor level, where a front door opens to a generous reception hall with ample space for occasional furniture, store and doors off to...

Bedroom 3 - 4.22m x 2.90m (13' 10" x 9' 6") a good double bedroom with dual aspect sash windows with delightful views.

Bathroom - 3.13m x 2.73m (10' 3" x 9') fitted with an enclosed bath, low flush WC and wash hand basin above a cabinet, shower cubicle and glazed screen. Built-in cupboard, chromed Victorian style radiator, window.

Master bedroom 1 - 5.13m x 3.13m (16' 10" x 10' 3") a generous double bedroom with a good range of fitted wardrobes, sash windows again providing superb countryside views, plus door into the...

Ensuite shower room - with fitted to WC and vanity surface, wash hand basin with vanity surface enclosed in wall and floor cabinets providing ample storage, shower cubicle with glazed screen.

Bedroom 2 - 4.50m x 3.03m (14' 9" x 9' 11") a third good double bedroom with sash window and built-in wardrobes.

Sitting / dining room - 6.60m x 4.12m (21' 8" x 13' 6") a well proportioned room with ample space for a formal dining area, the room features an elegant fireplace and dual aspect sash windows allowing delightful views. An open doorway allows access into the...

Kitchen - 4.28m x 3.13m (14' 1" x 10' 3") well fitted with an extensive range of floor and wall mounted cupboards, drawers and work surfaces which incorporate a sink unit and gas hob (LPG) with built-in extractor over. There is an under counter double oven and further appliance space, ample room for daily dining and two sash windows provide excellent views over surrounding countryside.

Utility area - a useful space, well fitted with similar cupboards, plus sink and space / plumbing for an automatic washing machine. Ladder radiator.

OUTSIDE
There is access and use of extensive communal gardens, which include formal and less formal areas together with notable architectural and landscaped features. To the front there is a spacious courtyard with ample parking for homeowners and visitors. The apartment also has the benefit of a single garage, with a boarded loft to provide useful storage. There is a private storage cupboard in the lobby of the apartment, and a second secure store within the common hall.

TENURE - Leasehold. Held on a 999 year lease from April 1991, with a ground rent of £10 per annum. A service charge of £430 per calendar month covers building insurance, water rates, maintenance of common parts and the grounds and other communal costs and is paid to the management company, Sydnope Hall Apartments Limited. Each owner has a share in this management company.

SERVICES - All mains services are available to the property, which enjoys the benefit of gas fired central heating and uPVC double glazing. No specific test has been made on the services or their distribution.

EPC RATING - Not required as Grade II Listed

COUNCIL TAX - Band F

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 take the A6 north to Darley Dale, turning right opposite the Co-Op store onto Chesterfield Road. From Chesterfield Road continue through the village before rising up Sydnope Hill. As the road levels out, after passing Sydnope Farm on the right, and a bend in the road, locate the driveway to Sydnope Hall on the right hand side. For viewing, take the driveway along the Lime Avenue, follow the one way signs at the end and into the communal car park area.

VIEWING - Strictly by prior arrangement with the Matlock office .

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