Audishaw Lane, Boylestone, DE6

NESTLED IN THE PEACEFUL VILLAGE OF BOYLESTONE, THIS CHARACTERFUL 5 BEDROOM COUNTRY HOME SITS WITHIN 4.1 ACRES OF BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED GARDENS, OFFERING AN ENCHANTING SETTING WITH ENDLESS CORNERS TO EXPLORE.

Our Agent Mikaela Says:

“This home feels so special and the grounds feel magical. From sun-drenched entertaining spaces and quiet places to unwind, to a field with a gentle stream and an area planted with fruit trees.

A tree lined entrance way leads up to where a large driveway, double garage, and workshop provide generous parking and practical space, while the home itself is rich in period charm, full of original features and warm, welcoming character.

Inside, the light-filled conservatory offers serene views over the garden, while the spacious living room, complete with exposed beams and a feature fireplace, creates a cosy space to gather. The dining room has large windows that flood the room with natural light, and the study provides lovely views and quirky touches that make it a truly inspiring workspace. Around the home there are plenty of storage areas too, keeping the house calm and clutter free.

The kitchen diner is the heart of the home, featuring an AGA, plenty of cupboard space, views over the driveway to see your guests arriving, and convenient access to a utility room and a guest WC.

Upstairs, the middle floor has three generous double bedrooms. The primary bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and a spacious en-suite, while the family bathroom on this floor is well-sized and bright. I really like the top floor, where there’s two further cosy rooms with Velux windows. Ideal as bedrooms, hobby rooms, or quiet retreats.

This is a home that feels cherished, full of warmth, character, and the promise of new stories ready to be written. A rare opportunity to enjoy country living in one of Derbyshire’s most desirable rural locations.”

Our Sellers Thoughts:

“Stonyrood, a two hundred-year-old farmhouse, full of old beams and characterful features (inc. four fireplaces, two upstairs) has been our much-loved family home since our parents bought it and had it completely renovated in the late 1980s, since when an extensive garden has been grown, developed and thrived, both the home and its grounds nurturing to children, grandchildren, family and friends over four decades. We aren't aware of anywhere else quite like it. It has long been an amazing home to return to, along its lengthy driveway, now through an avenue of mature trees. For so long, we have had the great fortune to experience the wonderful sense of space and peace, both within and outside the house, far from any significant traffic, with only the sounds of nature around the extensive garden, full of different areas, pathways, corners and scenes; and with Derbyshire countryside fields stretching distant in every direction; with an adjoining field that leads through a small orchard of apple and plum trees, across an open slope of ancient meadow, down to a small stream, beyond which lies the boundary perimeter. Closer to the house, fruit trees and bushes include apple (several varieties) damson, greengage, fig and raspberry (and many more). I'm sure each family member has their own favourite rooms (as well as parts of the garden) at Stonyrood - including: the kitchen, for its warmth; the 'end room', full of light and calmness, overlooking the garden; the spaciousness of, and views from, the bedrooms, including the second floor 'attic' rooms; and the old, brick workshop (which now has an adjoining double-garage, built in 1987). In the garden, there's a rondavel (South African-style 'summer house'), with heating for use throughout the year. Over-shaded by a huge pear tree, there's a lawn that, from 1998-2023 was regularly used as a tennis court (its posts remaining; a net available). Besides the house and garden, we have also really appreciated what a welcoming and supportive village the community of Boylestone offers. Around the church and village hall, several annual events are organised and run and there is a renowned, high quality restaurant, too. Furthermore, we have also enjoyed the proximity of the attractive town of Ashbourne, and the drive into the splendours of the nearby Peak District. “

The Area:

Boylestone is a small, peaceful village and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, sitting roughly 8 miles east of Uttoxeter. It’s conveniently located for the A50 and A515, which provide links to the wider Midlands road network, including the M1 and M6. The nearest major rail links are in larger towns nearby; Derby, with its main station, is accessible, and East Midlands Airport is about 24.5 miles away. The local village hall, once the old school, is a hub for regular clubs and events — from art classes, a book club, and choir to a Thursday lunch club, bingo, and community fundraisers. The Boylestone Rural Social Group and Ladies’ Group organise many of the social and fundraising events, including seasonal celebrations like Christmas tree festivals and scarecrow competitions. Because of its rural setting, the countryside around Boylestone offers plentiful outdoor opportunities: walking, cycling, and enjoying the Derbyshire landscapes are very accessible. Nearby is the highly regarded restaurant, The Lighthouse, housed in the building that was once the historic Rose & Crown pub. For shopping and more extensive services, residents typically head to nearby towns such as Ashbourne, Uttoxeter, or Burton upon Trent, where there are more shops, medical services, and leisure facilities.