Main Road, Whatstandwell, Matlock

BARLEY COTTAGE - A delightful stone-built two double bedroom end terraced cottage, offering beautifully appointed accommodation with a wealth of character and charm throughout. This Grade II listed home dates back to the 18th Century and offers many charming period features and has undergone a beautiful scheme of renovation over recent years. This property would be the ideal opportunity for the first time buyer or someone looking for a holiday let property set within a beautiful Derbyshire village location. The property really does offer quality accommodation and a standard of finish that really needs to be viewed to be fully appreciated. The property also benefits from a delightful courtyard rear garden with seating area.

The Detail - Barley Cottage is a beautifully appointed two double bedroom end terraced, stone built cottage of immense character and charm. The property is situated within the beautiful Derbyshire village of Whatstandwell and offers easy access to the nearby towns of both Belper and Matlock.

The property offers an ideal opportunity for the first time buyer or person looking for a property suitable for a holiday cottage rental. The property is currently operating as a successful holiday let rental property.

This beautiful cottage has been the subject of a comprehensive scheme of renovation over recent years and has been sympathetically improved with quality of finish and attention to detail that really has to be viewed to be fully appreciated.

The accommodation has electric central heating heating and heritage style wood framed windows with wood unit double glazed windows to the rear. The property is entered through a side wood panelled timber door into the entrance hallway. The entrance hallway provides access to a spacious living room with the focal point of the room being a beautiful stone fireplace with cast iron log burner. There is also a well appointed dining kitchen with feature exposed stone wall. The beautifully appointed kitchen is fitted with a range of shaker style wall, base and drawer units with roll edged laminated worksurfaces, stainless steel sink drainer and includes an integrated electric oven, halogen four ring hob with extractor unit over, free standing dishwasher, low level fridge and separate freezer. The kitchen has stairway access to the first floor landing again with exposed feature stone wall.

The first floor passaged landing gives access to two double bedrooms and beautifully appointed bathroom. The bathroom is fitted with a white three piece suite including pedestal wash hand basin, low flush wc and panelled bath with wall mounted shower unit and shower screen. Both bedrooms also benefit from useful storage.

Outside, the property has paved pathway access to the side, this leads to the side entrance and on to the small courtyard paved rear garden with external lighting and this is enclosed by a stone and fence panelled boundary.

Please note that the property can be offered with the furniture if desired (subject to separate negotiation)

The Location - Set in the tranquil village of Whatstandwell, this property offers an idyllic rural lifestyle with stunning views of the surrounding Derbyshire countryside. Nestled between the rolling hills of the Derbyshire Dales and the Peak District National Park, it is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Residents can enjoy numerous scenic walking and cycling routes nearby, such as the Cromford Canal towpath, Shining Cliff Woods, and the nearby Derwent Valley Heritage Way, perfect for soaking up the area's natural beauty.

Whatstandwell benefits from easy access to both Matlock and Matlock Bath, the latter offering riverside walks, charming cafes, and popular attractions such as the Heights of Abraham and Gulliver’s Kingdom. The larger market towns of Ambergate and Belper are just a short drive or train ride away, offering a wider selection of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

For commuters, Whatstandwell train station provides regular services to Derby and Nottingham, while local bus services offer excellent links to nearby towns. The A6 road network ensures quick and easy access to the surrounding region. Combining stunning scenery with great connectivity, Whatstandwell offers a peaceful village setting with everything you need within easy reach.