Holmeside Grange, Hazelwood, Derbyshire

A substantial mid-Victorian country house in wonderful mature grounds, extending to about 8.88 acres.


Holmeside Grange is a substantial mid-Victorian country house, predominantly of stone construction under slate, believed to have been built in 1848, standing in an elevated position with far reaching views. The property would benefit from a programme of refurbishment. The house offers generously proportioned accommodation over two main floors, together with attic rooms and a cellar. An extensive leisure wing is connected to the house via an orangery and offers storage, a gym and a large indoor swimming pool.

Standing in wonderful mature grounds extending to about 8.88 acres. There are expansive lawns, belts of mature mixed woodland, a wildlife pool, and beyond is a meadow with independent access off Hob Hill. There is a small stable block and garaging.

Ground floor
• A stone pathway leads to the double entrance doors of the vestibule, opening into a grand and welcoming reception hallway, with an elegant curved staircase rising to the first floor.
• To the front of the property are a selection of elegant reception rooms, including a formal dining room, a spacious sitting room, and an impressive entertaining room featuring a Carrara marble fireplace with a cast iron Victorian insert. Each room enjoys wonderful views across the gardens and to the landscape beyond.
• To the rear is a drawing room, in need of refurbishment, with an open fire.
• The half panelled hallway leads through to the butler’s pantry and guest cloakroom, before opening into the refitted living, dining kitchen. This impressive space features a range of base and wall units, together with a curved island bar with inset sink, all finished with Corian worktops. High quality Miele appliances are integrated throughout, including a double oven, induction hob, microwave and fridge. The kitchen also benefits from a dedicated brew station with a boiling water tap. There is space for a large dining table, and the living area features a bioethanol fire and air conditioning. Sliding doors lead out to a patio area with seating to enjoy the wonderful views.
• A vast orangery provides an additional reception space, with a bar area, prep kitchen, and dual aspect doors opening to the outdoors. From here, there is internal access to the double garage, while a spiral staircase rises to the leisure wing.
• The ground floor provides access to the cellar, currently utilised as a laundry and boiler room.

Upper ground floor
• The leisure wing comprises an impressive gym area, accompanied by useful storage rooms, a changing area and a shower room.
• Steps rise to a kitchenette with an adjoining plant room and a cloakroom. At the far end of the wing, there is a swimming pool, a superb entertaining space, with multiple glazed doors opening onto a raised terrace.

First floor
• The principal bedroom suite enjoys triple aspect windows, built in wardrobes and an open fireplace, complemented by an en suite shower room with twin sinks.
• There are five further guest bedrooms, most featuring built in wardrobes and with attractive garden views. One benefits from an en suite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms are served by two family bathrooms.
• Stairs rise to the second floor, providing additional storage space, or the potential for a recreational room.

Gardens and grounds
• The grounds and gardens at Holmeside Grange make a glorious setting for the house. From Hob Hill, a driveway leads through wonderfully mature grounds towards the house. The grounds extend in all to about 8.88 acres.
• Expansive lawns extend to the south and east and are contained by delightful mixed woodland, providing a very high level of privacy.
• To the west, a nature pool has been established amongst a deep belt of woodland. A pathway, which has public access leads through the woodland and to a meadow extending to about 2.93 acres. From the meadow, a track leads out to Hob Hill.
• On the far side of the driveway, steps lead down through stone retaining walls to a tennis court which would benefit from refurbishment.
• Northeast of the house, the driveway continues up to a small stone and block stable, and also to a set of steps that lead up towards a seating terrace which has been established in front of the pool room. As from may areas of the gardens, there are lovely views across the grounds and to the countryside beyond.

Situation
Holmeside Grange is beautifully positioned on Hob Hill, a discreet and highly regarded Hazelwood address. The situation is defined by gently rolling countryside, established hedgerows and open views.

Duffield is about 2.5 miles to the south and provides a good selection of amenities. More extensive facilities are available in the historic mill town of Belper, about 3 miles away, and the city of Derby. Ashbourne is about 10.5 miles to the west. This thriving
and picturesque market town is at the foot of the Peak District National Park, Britain's oldest National Park.

The property is within the catchment area for the very well regarded Ecclesbourne School. Independent schools in the area include Repton School, St Wystan’s School, Derby High School and Derby Grammar School.

Communication links are very strong; there is a train service from Duffield to Derby and from Derby to London St Pancras, of approximately 95 minutes. Derby's outer ring road provides convenient access to major trunk roads including the A38, A52 and A50, servicing M1, M42 and M6. East Midlands International Airport is about 20 miles away.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
We understand mains water, drainage, gas and electric are connected.
Heating is via a gas fired central heating system.

None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1800 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 01/05/2026). 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 01/05/2025). 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 sits over two Titles:
DY149733
DY216359

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Local Authority
Amber Valley Borough Concil
Council Tax Band H

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. The driveway is owned but neighbouring properties have a right of access. There is a public footpath which is donated on the sales plan.

Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, AML due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.

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.

Note:
Japanese Knotweed has been identified in the grounds of the property, and a treatment schedule is in process. Further details available upon request.

Covenants
The property is subject to covenants.
Further details are available upon request.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – DE56 4AL
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