Chunal, Glossop

Steeped in local history and nestled against the stunning backdrop of Chunal Moor, Rowan House was most recently converted into this magnificent period town house in 1986, having originally served as one of Glossop's old woollen mills dating back to circa 1790. The impressive 2581 square feet of accommodation is immaculately presented and boasts versatile and practical accommodation over three floors, whilst externally the property benefits from generous grounds that include a large grassed lawn to the front and a beautiful cottage style garden to the rear. This majestic building is sure to appeal to buyers with an appreciation for architecture and a love of the great outdoors and viewing is highly recommended.


In Further Detail - The Ground Floor

There is something to appreciate on every level of this immaculately presented three storey home. The ground floor offers a glimpse of the properties character and heritage, aligned with a sense of practicality. The first floor offers great living and dining space, with the open plan dining kitchen and living room adjacent to one another and a separate snug/study offering a versatile and private space, whilst the simplicity of the third floor features four well-proportioned bedrooms alongside a large family bathroom and a separate WC. All rooms feature large mullion double glazed windows which all benefit from an attractive outlook, whether looking out to the front across the valley or the garden and woodland backdrop at the rear.

Entry to the property is via a generous storm porch, a perfect space for kicking off those muddy boots after being outdoors. Constructed of stone with a slate name plaque and with a pitched stone roof, this space also features dual aspect windows and a stone paved floor. The spacious entrance hall features an original fireplace and a double glazed mullion window to the front, access to a laundry and cloakroom and the large integral garage, whilst stairs ascend to the first floor lobby area. The laundry room features both base and wall units, a worktop with an inset stainless sink with drainer and mixer taps, tiled splashbacks and plumbing for a washing machine. Adjacent to the laundry area is a cloaks/WC. One of the standout features of the property is the large triple garage, accessible internally from the hall or externally via a sliding timber door. Offering exceptional storage capacity for vehicles, bikes and many other items, the integral triple garage completes the ground floor accommodation.
The First Floor

At first floor level a generous lobby area provides access to a rear porch which opens out into the cottage style garden at the rear, the dining kitchen, which in turn provides access to the main living room and a snug/study. The lobby area also features a staircase return to the second floor bedrooms and bathrooms. The dining kitchen is a generous space suitable for general day to day use and entertaining. The kitchen area itself features an ample arrangement of bespoke Jim Brookmans cabinetry. Base and wall units are accompanied by several drawer units and the work surface areas are a combination of solid wood and tiled counter tops. There is an inset stainless steel sink double sink with mixer tap, and integrated appliances include an electric oven with induction hob and extractor over, a dishwasher and two low level fridges. There are twin mullion double glazed windows looking out over the rear garden that let in plenty of natural light and there is ample space for freestanding kitchen and dining furniture to compliment the fixed units.

The adjacent living room is accessed via a set of glazed double doors from the dining area of the kitchen. An elegant period-style fireplace, by Jim Brookmans, forms the focal point of the room. Featuring a decorative painted mantel with ornate carved detailing and a classic tiled hearth, above which sits an attractive overmantel with an inset oval mirror and display shelf. Three sets of mullion double glazed windows let in plenty of natural light and provide views out over the grounds to the front and the valley beyond. Completing the first floor accommodation is a generous and versatile snug/study that could even double as a fifth bedroom on occasion if required. Situated to the front of the property, it enjoys similar aspects over the grounds and Chunal Valley as the main reception.
The Second Floor

The first floor landing features a spindled balustrade, a double glazed mullion window and access to an internal lobby area that provides access to all four bedrooms, the main bathroom and a separate WC. There are pleasant views from all bedrooms, whether looking out to the front or rear. All of the bedrooms are of good proportion and feel bright and spacious. Features include double glazed mullion windows and radiators, with certain rooms also benefitting from built-in cupboard space.

The family bathroom is bright and spacious. A panelled Jacuzzi bath sits at one end and a corner shower cubicle with thermostatic shower over at the other. A pedestal wash hand basin sits underneath the large mullion double glazed window and the walls are partially tiled. A separate Wc sits adjacent to the bathroom. Viewing of this quite magnificent and unique property is highly recommended.