Collycroft Hill, Clifton, ASHBOURNE

SUMMARY
Guide Price £500,000 - £515,000

Set within a peaceful and picturesque Derbyshire village, Middleton Cottage beautifully blends character features with modern convenience. This versatile three-bedroom home offers charming period details, and flexible living spaces, perfect for families.


DESCRIPTION
Middleton Cottage is a delightful and deceptively spacious three-bedroom home full of warmth, charm, and flexibility. Set within a peaceful rural position, the property combines period character with modern functionality, ideal for family living or those seeking a countryside retreat.

The home features multiple reception rooms, a farmhouse-style kitchen with breakfast bar, a versatile loft room, and several access points that give the layout a unique and flowing character. Throughout, you'll find charming details such as ceiling beams, quarry tile flooring, and a fitted log burner, blending traditional style with everyday practicality.

Outside, the property truly shines. A gated courtyard provides ample parking, complete with an EV charger, outdoor taps, and outbuildings with power and log storage. The rear garden enjoys breathtaking open views, a large lawn, mature trees, a chicken run, and a generous patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining in a private, countryside setting.
With its combination of flexible living spaces, modern upgrades, and beautiful rural surroundings, Middleton Cottage offers a rare opportunity to enjoy country living within easy reach of Ashbourne and nearby amenities.

Entrance Hall 2' 9" x 8' 2" ( 0.84m x 2.49m )
Entering the property through a wooden stable door, the entrance hall immediately sets the tone for the home's warmth and character. Currently used as a cloakroom and boot storage area, it features quarry tiled flooring and provides access to both the living room/snug on the left and the kitchen to the right, as well as a practical storage space.

Lounge 12' 6" x 11' 9" Max ( 3.81m x 3.58m Max )
To the left of the home, there is an additional lounge, offering yet another flexible reception space ideal for family living. The room features quarry tiled flooring, a radiator, windows to both the front and rear, allowing natural light to flow through. A fitted log burner creates a cosy focal point, while a ceiling beam adds rustic charm. This room also benefits from its own separate staircase leading to the upstairs landing, giving the home a unique and adaptable layout.

Kitchen 16' 5" x 11' 10" ( 5.00m x 3.61m )
To the right, the kitchen continues with the same attractive quarry tiling, creating a sense of flow and cohesion. This well-equipped space features a double oven, electric four-ring induction hob, extractor fan, along with a breakfast bar and ample worktop space for cooking and entertaining. There is an integrated dishwasher, fridge, and sink positioned beneath one of two front-facing windows, with an additional window to the rear allowing plenty of natural light. Ceiling beams add character, complemented by spotlighting and a radiator.

Utility 10' 6" x 8' 1" ( 3.20m x 2.46m )
Adjoining the kitchen is a utility room, fitted with matching high and low-level cupboards and worktop space, offering excellent practicality. It includes a sink, front-facing window, spotlighting, and the same quarry tiled flooring. The utility also houses the washing machine, boiler, freezer, providing a neat and organised workspace.

Middle Entrance Hall 10' 2" x 9' 2" ( 3.10m x 2.79m )
A secondary entrance area offers further versatility, entered through another stable door with tiled flooring, a radiator, and a front-facing window. This space also includes stairs leading to the loft conversion, featuring a wooden handrail with spindles. Additionally, the current owners have created a gym area, that enhances the home's practicality and modern lifestyle appeal. The area includes two radiators and access to the downstairs bathroom.

Loft Room  15' 5" restricted head height x 4' 8" restricted head height ( 4.70m restricted head height x 1.42m restricted head height )
The loft room itself is carpeted and includes a skylight, spotlighting, radiator, and character beams throughout. Currently set up as a home office, this flexible area could also serve as an office space, creative studio, or reading retreat.

Ground Floor Shower Room 
The bathroom is finished with tiled flooring, featuring a walk-in shower, towel radiator, WC, wash basin, and extractor fan, creating a functional space on the ground floor.

Bedroom Three 10' 4" x 9' 9" ( 3.15m x 2.97m )
From here, access leads into Bedroom Three, a ground-floor double bedroom with a side-facing window and carpeted flooring. This room is ideal as a guest suite, independent living space, or home office, benefitting from the close proximity of the downstairs shower room to create a semi-self-contained area.

Dining Room 16' 4" x 11' 3" ( 4.98m x 3.43m )
The dining room sits at the heart of the home, designed with a sense of openness where an original wall has been partially removed, leaving a charming feature archway that connects seamlessly to the adjacent reception area. The room is carpeted and features ceiling beams, a radiator, and a large side-facing picture window that floods the space with light, creating an inviting atmosphere for family meals and entertaining.

Living Room 16' 3" x 11' 6" ( 4.95m x 3.51m )
Opposite the dining area is the living room, another delightful reception space offering warmth and character. It features carpeted flooring, ceiling beams, and a side window that complements a full-glass panelled door leading directly to the rear garden. This welcoming room offers a perfect blend of charm and comfort, ideal for relaxing evenings or entertaining guests while enjoying garden views.

Landing 
Upstairs, the landing is carpeted and features a radiator and front-facing window, providing a bright and welcoming transition to the bedrooms.

Bedroom One 16' 2" Max x 12' Max ( 4.93m Max x 3.66m Max )
The master bedroom is a beautifully proportioned and characterful double, featuring carpeted flooring and windows to both the front and rear elevations. The chimney breast provides a natural recess ideal for fitted or freestanding wardrobes, adding both charm and practicality to this peaceful retreat.

Bedroom Two 8' 3" x 8' 3" ( 2.51m x 2.51m )
Bedroom two features a rear-facing window, radiator, carpeted flooring, and ample space for a wardrobe or storage.

Bathroom 
The family bathroom has been thoughtfully designed to combine period charm with modern style, featuring a freestanding bath, WC, wash basin, and radiator. A front-facing window provides light, while tiled wood-effect flooring complements the room's timeless appeal. The bathroom also includes loft access, offering additional storage. The loft space itself is part-boarded, ideal for seasonal items and while not full standing height, is a practical addition to the home.

Outside 
Approached through a charming wooden gated entrance, Middleton Cottage welcomes you into a private courtyard offering ample parking for multiple vehicles, along with an EV charging point for modern convenience. The courtyard provides access to two separate entrances, enhancing the home's flexibility and character.

To one side, a traditional outbuilding offers excellent additional storage. Part of this space is used for log storage, while another section is ideal for garden tools or workshop use, with power connected to part of the building.

The rear garden is a true highlight of the property, designed to make the most of its far-reaching countryside views. A patio area provides the perfect setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, leading onto a large lawned garden bordered by mature trees and fencing that ensures privacy and a natural backdrop. At the bottom of the garden, the current owners have created a charming chicken enclosure, adding a touch of country life. The oil tank is neatly and discreetly screened within the garden, preserving the home's attractive outlook. Multiple outdoor taps and thoughtful landscaping make this space both practical and picturesque, ideal for families, gardeners, and those who love rural living.



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