Ashbourne, Derbyshire

A charming period cottage situated in a picturesque rural setting taking in idyllic far-reaching views and enjoying a generous plot.


An attractive red brick cottage, dating back in part to 1815 and having been seamlessly and conscientiously extended in the late 20th century. Yew Tree Cottage is beautifully presented throughout, and retains many charming period features. The house is set within beautifully maintained landscaped gardens incorporating sweeping lawns, terraces and a copse of woodland. The property is complimented by a double garage and a fruit and vegetable garden, and is situated in an idyllic rural setting within the village of Boylestone, and adjoins delightful countryside.

Ground floor
• A welcoming reception hall laid with original flag tiles and fitted with built in storage cupboards and shelving
• Stone steps lead to a country kitchen, fitted with shaker style cabinetry and displaying exposed timbers and brick. Appliances include an electric AGA, under counter fridge and freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. There is a large larder cupboard providing additional storage, and a glazed door leads to a side porch
• Adjoining the kitchen is a formal dining room featuring a window seat, open grate fire with stone surround and built in storage
• A sitting room features ceiling beams, an open fire below a broad brick surround and bespoke fitted cabinetry. The windows are fitted with panelled shutters, and offer enchanting views out to the garden, whilst French doors open onto a terrace
• A ground floor shower room is fitted with Fired Earth sanitaryware

First floor
• The dual aspect master bedroom offers views of the surrounding countryside
• Two further bedrooms and a fourth bedroom, currently utilised as a study
• Two family bathrooms

Gardens and grounds
Lovely, mature gardens backing onto open countryside

• The cottage is set within very generous gardens incorporating extensive, sweeping lawns with well stocked herbaceous borders edged by mature trees and hedging, and a copse of woodland.
• A pair of handmade timber gates open onto a stone path, continuing to a wrap around terrace leading to a private raised seating area with pergola enjoying an elevated position and taking in far reaching views of the surrounding countryside to the east
• There is a detached double garage with ample boarded first floor storage above with an adjoining hardstanding parking area, and a productive allotment garden edged by hedging

Situation
Yew Tree Cottage is situated in an idyllic rural setting within the quintessential village of Boylestone and adjoins delightful countryside. The property is conveniently placed for access to the A38, A50 and A52 roads, providing links to the M1 and M6 motorways and the wider Midlands' road network. A direct rail link to London St Pancras is available from Derby and East Midlands Airport is about 24.5 miles away.
Boylestone has a very active community, and amenities within the village include The Lighthouse, a fine dining restaurant featured in the MICHELIN Guide, a church and a village hall. Local amenities can be found in the nearby villages of Church Broughton and Sudbury, although a wider range of facilities are available in Uttoxeter, Ashbourne and Burton upon Trent. Ashbourne, the gateway to the Peak District National Park, is an attractive market town approximately 9 miles to the north. The stunning landscape of the area provides lots of opportunities for outdoor pursuits, including walking, riding, climbing, cycling, and sailing. Other places of interest in the area included Sudbury Hall, a National Trust property, Alton Towers, Tutbury Castle and Uttoxeter Race course.
The area is supported by a good range of schools, including a primary school in Church Broughton, which feeds to John Port School in Etwall, and Queen Elizabeth Grammar School in Ashbourne. Independent schools include Repton School, Repton Prep, Denstone College and Abbotsholme School.

Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Curtains, carpets and blinds are to be included in the sale. Some fixtures and fittings may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Main water and electricity. Heating is via an oil fired central heating system. Drainage is to a private system. None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
If the private drainage system requires updating/replacement, it is assumed that prior to offers being made, associated costs have been considered and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations, no further information will be provided by the selling agents.
We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around 900 Mbps, however please note that results will vary depending on the time a speed test is carried out. The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps] (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 27/09/2024). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.
We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 27/09/2024). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.
The property is split over two titles; DY319656 and DY103040

Local Authority
South Derbyshire Council
Council Tax Band F

Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – DE6 5AA
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