Church Lane, Ellastone, DE6

Grant’s of Derbyshire are delighted to offer for sale this charming Grade II Listed, two bedroom countryside cottage, situated in the peaceful village of Ellastone. The property dates back to the mid 1600’s and has been extensively renovated and thoughtfully restored to a high standard, whilst carefully retaining many of its original character features. The cottage’s location provides easy access to the nearby market towns of Ashbourne, Uttoxeter, and Leek and is perfectly positioned for enjoying a wide range of scenic countryside walks, with the Staffordshire Moorlands, Dragon’s Back and Crone Hill all only a short drive away. Ellastone itself is a picturesque village offering a variety of local amenities, including a children’s play area, community hall, bowling green, snooker hall and highly regarded gastro pub, The Duncombe Arms. The accommodation briefly comprises an entrance hallway, living room and a well-appointed kitchen/diner on the ground floor. The first floor offers a spacious double bedroom and a bathroom, with stairs leading to the second floor where the principle bedroom is situated. Externally, the property benefits from a generous patio area, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining, along with a summer house and log store. There is also a lawned garden featuring a greenhouse, bordered by a variety of established plants and shrubs. Viewing is highly recommended. Virtual tour available.

Ground Floor

The property is accessed by a pathway leading from the main road, past a neighbouring property and through a wooden gate which leads directly to the front door of Churchview.

Entrance Hallway

0.97m x 1.76m

A part-glazed door opens directly into the wood-panelled entrance hallway which offers ample space for coats and boots. A further door with obscured glass panels leads into the living room.

Living Room

4.59m x 5.94m

This is a well-proportioned reception room, with a log burner at the focal point set on a stone hearth with an oak mantle above. A good-sized window to the front aspect allows in plenty of natural light, complemented by two additional windows to the side and rear aspects. The room also benefits from a useful under-stairs storage cupboard, with stairs rising to the first-floor landing. A door to the rear leads through to the dining kitchen.

Dining Kitchen

3.13m x 4.12m

With a flagstone floor and fabulous Queen post wooden truss and purlins, this kitchen is fitted with a range of matching wall, base and drawer units, along with wall-mounted open shelving. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, induction hob with extractor canopy over, a dishwasher and washing machine. There is ample space for an American-style fridge freezer and a dining table with chairs. There are two windows to face the front aspect and a split stable-style door which opens onto the patio.

First Floor

0.79m x 1.1m

Accessed via the stairs from the living room, the first-floor landing provides access to the bathroom and second bedroom, with a window overlooking the side aspect. From here, a further door opens to a second staircase which leads up to the second floor.

Bedroom Two

4.8m x 3.72m

A very well-proportioned double bedroom with a double glazed window to face the front aspect providing stunning rooftop views of the surrounding village. There are a wealth of original features here including the exposed ceiling timbers and exposed brick fireplace (not in use).

Bathroom

2.29m x 2.01m

Stylishly decorated and with tiled flooring throughout, this bathroom is fitted with a traditional white three piece suite to include a low-level flush WC, pedestal wash basin and a panelled bath with mixer taps and handheld shower attachment. There is also a double glazed window to the side aspect and the walls are part tiled, with a splashback surrounding the sink and toilet. Chrome heated towel rail.

Second Floor

From the first floor landing, a door on the left opens into a lobby area. From here, stairs rise up to the second floor where we find the principle bedroom.

Bedroom One

4.68m x 5.85m

This is a stunning double room with oak flooring and featuring an exposed brick chimney breast (not in use), an attractive vaulted ceiling with original exposed timberwork and two Velux windows to one side offering views over towards St Peters Church. There is also a double-glazed window to the side aspect filling the room with lots of natural light.

Council Tax Information

We are informed by East Staffordshire Borough Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band B which is currently £1843.30 per annum. The annual Council Tax charge has been supplied in good faith by the property owner and is for the tax year 2026/2027. It will likely be reviewed and changed by the Local Authority the following tax year and will be subject to an increase after the end of March.

Directional Notes

From Ashbourne town centre follow signs towards A52 Leek. At the island turn right onto the A52 and then turn left into and through Mayfield, signposted Uttoxeter on the B5032. Continue for 3 miles arriving in the village of Ellastone. At the sharp left hand bend turn right onto Wootton Road and then turn right onto Church Lane. The property will be located on the right hand side and can be identified by the For Sale sign. It is recommended that upon viewing you park in the community hall car park which is on the left hand side as you turn into Ellastone.

Garden

From the kitchen, a stable-style door leads out to a well-proportioned patio which is an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining. A small water feature sits along the garden boundary, while a useful log store and summer house are conveniently accessible from this area. The current owners have enhanced the space with an arrangement of potted plants. Adjacent to the patio is a good-sized lawn, bordered by a variety of established plants and flowers. From the lawn, a step leads down to a stone pathway, which on one side returns to the kitchen door and on the other leads to a wooden gate. This gate provides access past the neighbouring property and to the main road. The garden enjoys a secluded position which is complemented by beautiful views towards St Peter’s Church.