Stubbins Lane, High Peak, SK23

OWNER COMMENT:

“Having the separate accommodation downstairs has been a real benefit for our family. An elderly relative comes to stay with us each winter, and it's meant she can have her own space and independence while knowing we're just upstairs if she needs anything. The railway has been another huge advantage, particularly for regular journeys to London via Manchester. And of course, we'll miss those views across Eccles Pike and Chinley Churn. It's lovely being able to look out over the hills from home.”

LOCAL AREA:

Chinley has plenty to offer anyone looking to exchange town or city life for the Derbyshire countryside. Surrounded by the hills of the High Peak, the village has retained much of its traditional character, with The Old Hall Inn and The Paper Mill among its popular local pubs. Once part of an area known as Maynestonefield, Chinley's development was closely tied to the arrival of the railway, which helped establish the village's present-day identity. That railway connection remains a major advantage, with direct services to Manchester and Sheffield from a station within easy walking distance of Stubbins Lane.

The village blends rural lifestyle perfectly with convenience, with its own primary school, local shops and countryside walks close at hand, while the views towards Eccles Pike and Chinley Churn are a constant reminder of just how beautiful this part of the Peak District is and the national park right on your doorstep. For the weekly shop, neighbouring Chapel-en-le-Frith is only a short drive away, with both Aldi and Morrisons supermarkets. The Hope Valley, Mam Tor and the wider Peak District offer plenty to explore, whether that's an afternoon walking in the hills or introducing visiting friends and family to the countryside that makes living here so appealing.

AGENT'S DESCRIPTION:

Set on sought-after Stubbins Lane in Chinley, this substantial four-bedroom stone home offers the space, character and countryside outlook that make moving to the High Peak so appealing. South View's greatest surprise is the enormous L-shaped lounge and dining room on the first floor, where windows on three sides frame views towards Eccles Pike and Chinley Churn. There's room here for family evenings, entertaining and dining on a generous scale, with the existing layout also offering the potential to create another bedroom if required. A separate kitchen diner provides a more informal place to gather, while the additional bedroom or study gives families somewhere quieter to work or retreat.

The accommodation is arranged across three floors, with the principal bedroom occupying the second floor. Currently furnished with a king-size bed, it benefits from fitted eaves storage, over-bed cabinetry and a separate walk-through dressing room, keeping the bedroom itself free from unnecessary furniture. A contemporary shower room completes this level, while the other bedrooms offer comfortable accommodation for family or guests. Perhaps the home's most valuable feature, however, is its self-contained ground-floor annexe, with a generous bedroom and living space, functioning kitchenette, private bathroom and its own external entrance. It's a particularly practical arrangement for an older relative or grown-up child who wants independence without being far from family, and one the current owners have put to excellent use.

Outside, the private side garden is an attractive, established space with ornamental planting, a little grass and an elevated seating terrace where the surrounding hills provide a wonderful backdrop. It's somewhere to enjoy a morning coffee, sit out with friends or simply appreciate the countryside without having to venture beyond the garden. There's also a roadside parking space by the charming historic well at the front of the garden, while South View's position within walking distance of Chinley station means the car needn't be relied upon for every journey.

For families looking for more space, or those relocating to the Peak District in search of a different pace of life, Stubbins Lane offers an unusual combination of generous accommodation, independent living space and remarkable views. The arrangement also works particularly well for commuters, with the rear entrance opening at first-floor level and allowing everyday access directly to the main living accommodation. With the flexibility to adapt the home as family circumstances change, and no onward chain, this is a home with plenty to offer its next owners.

THE AGENT:

Marketed by Tim the Estate Agent, your local TAUK personal estate agent covering Chinley, Chapel-en-le-Frith, Buxton, Dove Holes, Whaley Bridge and the surrounding High Peak. Unlike a traditional estate agency, you'll deal directly with Tim from viewing through to completion, with a genuinely personal service, focused low-volume approach, and availability during evenings and weekends, when you need him most.