Rye House, Chesterfield Road, Two Dales, Derbyshire

This well proportioned four bedroom cottage is well suited to those seeking a family home within the village, which is conveniently situated for access to a wide range of local shops and facilities for every day needs. The period stone fronted building is believed to be one of the older properties locally and retains character cottage charm. There is the advantage of attractive gardens, which over the years have been landscaped to ease maintenance, whilst still offering colour and interest, together with the benefit of a garage. A closer inspection is recommended to fully appreciate the range of accommodation and also the location at the heart of Two Dales.

The village amenities include general stores, hairdressers, Post Office, butchers, doctors surgery and pharmacy, amongst a range of other popular outlets, cafes and bars. The delights of the Whitworth Park is just a short distance away, as are the countryside attractions of the Derbyshire Dales and Peak District countryside. Good road links lead to the neighbouring centres of employment to include Matlock, Bakewell and Chesterfield, with the cities of Sheffield, Derby and Nottingham each lying within daily commuting distance.

ACCOMMODATION
A stone built porchway with an attractive composite front door shelters the main entrance to the house. A second door leads to an entrance hall with doors off to the two reception rooms and towards the rear of the house is access to a…

Cellar room – useful ancillary storage space and featuring a range of stone thralls and to one side a small blocked up mullioned window hinting at the property’s history.

Sitting room – 4.06m x 3.78m (13’ 4” x 12’ 5”) featuring exposed stonework to one wall, ceiling beams, inset display cabinet and living coal gas fire. A pair of French doors open to a…

Sunroom – 3.64m x 1.55m (11’ 11” x 5’ 1”) of uPVC construction, offering additional living space and taking advantage of the sunny position and direct access to the front garden.

Dining room – 4.20m x 3.46m (13’ 10” x 11’ 4”) again with character ceiling beams, gas fire set to a wooden surround, and front aspect window. A rear lobby (not included within the measurements) a flight of open tread stairs rise to the first floor, and a doorway to a side hall, which to one end has a built-in store housing the gas fired boiler serving the central heating and hot water system, provides access to the utility room and kitchen.

Utility room – 2.67m x 2m (8’ 9” x 6’ 7”) with plumbing for an automatic washing machine and space for other appliances, window facing the rear and door opening to a…

Shower room – 2.67m x 0.99m (8’ 9” x 3’ 3”) fitted with a walk-in shower cubicle and wall hung wash hand basin. There is full height wall tiling and small window for natural light.

Kitchen – 3.66m x 3.21m (12’ x 10’ 7”) well fitted with a good range of cupboards, drawers and work surfaces which incorporate a modern white pot sink. There is an under counter oven to one corner, with a 4-ring gas and extractor hood above. There is plumbing and space for a dishwasher and a low breakfast bar for informal dining.

From the dining room lobby, stairs rise to the first floor landing which overlooks the rear gardens and has access to the bedrooms and bathroom. To one side of the landing, there is an interesting gallery constructed above the entrance hallway.

Bedroom 1 – 4.20m x 3.78m (13’ 10” x 12’ 5”) a good sized double bedroom enjoying views to the front, far reaching across the valley to the right and towards the woods of Ladygrove straight ahead.

Bedroom 2 – 4.49m x 4.20m (14’ 9” x 13’ 10”) maximum, a second double bedroom which incorporates a good range of built-in wardrobing, bedside cabinets and cupboards over the bedhead position. There are similar distant views to the front, and above the bulkhead a useful shower cubicle providing a private showering facility.

Bedroom 3 – 3.64m x 3.48m (11’ 11” x 11’ 5”) a third double bedroom with similar views to the front and built-in furniture.

Bedroom 4 / study – 3.22m x 2m (10’ 7” x 6’ 7”) a rear bedroom with Velux roof light and built-in store.

Bathroom – of a generous size and fitted with a panelled bath with shower over and glazed screen, wash hand basin to a vanity cupboard, bidet and part separated WC. There is a built-in linen cupboard and two side facing windows.

OUTSIDE & PARKING
The front of the house benefits from an attractive area of garden, good sized and takes advantage of a south and easterly aspect during the days sun. Mature borders are planted with a range of shrubs and perennials, set around patio seating and an area of artificial grass. There is a pedestrian access from the roadside and paths continue around the house to the side and rear gardens.

A separate access for the property is gained from the rear via the cul-de-sac known as Wheatley Gardens where there is vehicular and pedestrian right of way. A driveway provides ample car standing and access to a…

Single garage – stone built to a flat roof design with up and over door and side facing window.

The remaining gardens include a range of patio and decked sitting areas of different levels, linked by colourful planting, steps and pathways.

TENURE – Freehold

SERVICES – All mains services are available to the property, which enjoys the benefit of gas fired central heating and uPVC double glazing. No specific test has been made on the services or their distribution.

EPC RATING – to be confirmed

COUNCIL TAX – Band E

FIXTURES & FITTINGS – Only the fixtures and fittings mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. Certain other items may be taken at valuation if required. No specific test has been made on any appliance either included or available by negotiation.

DIRECTIONS – From Matlock Crown Square, take the A6 Bakewell Road north to Darley Dale and on reaching the crossroads by the Co-Op, turn right onto Chesterfield Road. Follow the road for around 300m and Rye House can be found on the left hand side, just a few doors beyond the butchers.

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VIEWING – Strictly by prior arrangement with the Matlock office .

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