Main Road, Whatstandwell, Matlock

*NO UPWARD CHAIN* In a fantastic location, very close to Cromford Canal, Whatstandwell rail station, a primary school and renowned restaurant with rooms, the home has a new bathroom, modern kitchen, easy-maintenance south-facing garden and two reception rooms. A perfect family home or potential holiday home, this is a lovely cottage in a wonderful setting.

On the ground floor, the modern kitchen leads through to the dining room and sitting room. To the first floor are two double bedrooms, a single bedroom and new bathroom with bath and shower. The pretty courtyard garden is private and surrounded by verdant trees all around.

Whatstandwell is a hillside village set in rolling countryside beside the River Derwent. The village has a rail station with regular direct trains to Derby, Nottingham (and on to Lincoln and Cleethorpes on the coast!) and Matlock and the A6 offers commuters a similar route by car and bus, with direct buses to Derby, Bakewell and Buxton. There are great walks aplenty in all directions and refreshment stop-offs at the nearby Family Tree, as well as lots of pubs and cafes in the nearby villages and towns of Crich, Matlock and Cromford. The High Peak Trail, Cromford Canal and Matlock Bath are all within a 5 minute drive, with the market towns of Matlock, Bakewell, Belper and Ashbourne all within easy reach.

Front Of The Home - With plenty of on-street parking directly outside, two stone steps lead down to a path in front of the home, with space for outdoor storage. Enter the home through the modern composite part-glazed front door with chrome handle and letterbox.

Kitchen - 4.5 x 2.45 (14'9" x 8'0") - The updated kitchen has contemporary fitted units. This quirky-shaped room has tile-effect laminate flooring, a radiator and uPVC double glazing with pretty street views outside. On the right is a substantial Belfast ceramic sink and drainer with modern black mixer tap. The large number of high and low level fitted cabinets and drawers provide lots of storage. Beneath is space and plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher. Appliances and furnishings in the house may be available by separate negotiation - contact us for more details if you do wish to make an offer on the home.

The kitchen includes a Beko electric four-ring hob and oven. There is space at the end of the kitchen for a fridge-freezer. A stripped pine door leads into the dining room.

Dining Room - 3.9 x 2.75 (12'9" x 9'0") - This lovely spacious room is carpeted and has plenty of space for a 6-8 seater dining table and additional furniture. There is a radiator, ceiling light fitting, beamed ceiling and meter cupboard. The north-facing window brings natural light flooding in and there is an open solid pine staircase to the first floor. A stripped pine door leads into the sitting room.

Sitting Room - 4.05 x 3 (13'3" x 9'10") - This cosy yet spacious room has wooden part-glazed double doors to the courtyard garden. The room is carpeted and has a radiator, ceiling light fitting, beamed ceiling and substantial stone fireplace. The Ecoboiler multifuel burner and flue is set upon a stone hearth and fuels the back-boiler heating system. This warms the room whilst simultaneously heating the water for the radiators and taps of the home. The immersion heater is located up in Bedroom One).

Staircase To First Floor Landing - The solid pine staircase with handrail on the right leads up from the dining room to the carpeted landing. There is a ceiling light fitting and loft hatch overhead - the loft is boarded and has a pull-down ladder. Matching stripped pine doors with iron latches lead into the three bedrooms and bathroom.

Bedroom One - 2.9 x 2.8 (9'6" x 9'2") - A double bedroom at the front of the home, this has more pretty street views through the uPVC north-facing window. The room has pine laminate flooring, a radiator, ceiling light fitting and deep over-stairs cupboard with water tank.

Bedroom Two - 3.75 x 3 (12'3" x 9'10") - This large double at the rear of the home has the best views in the house along the wooded valley to hills in the distance. This carpeted room has a radiator, ceiling light fitting and plenty of space for a double bed and furniture.

Bathroom - 2.5 x 2.32 (8'2" x 7'7") - With movement-sensor lighting, this spacious modern bathroom has been recently updated. It has vinyl flooring, a patterned double-glazed window, recessed ceiling spotlights, extractor fan and chrome heated towel rail. The large corner bath on the left has an integral seat and chrome mixer tap. There is a ceramic WC and pedestal sink with chrome mixer tap. The large circular cubicle has a pivoting glass door and contemporary mosaic tiled surround with Triton electric shower.

Bedroom Three - 2.4 x 1.9 (7'10" x 6'2") - This single bedroom could be a nursery or home office. At the front of the home, it has laminate flooring, a radiator and ceiling light fitting.

Courtyard Garden - The pretty south-facing garden has views to the wooded valley running alongside Cromford Canal. The flagstone patio has space for seating, dining and planters. Raised flower beds and dry stone walls form the boundary and there is a charming Scarlet firethorn (money) tree. In the corner is a useful timber shed. The garden is a real sun trap and a peaceful place to gather with friends and family.

N.B. EPC pending