Property description

Situated in the sought after village of Quarndon, this is a delightful three bedroom period cottage, set within immaculate gardens, with far reaching views over open fields.

Directions

Leave Derby city centre along Kedleston Road and after entering Quarndon, turn right onto Old Vicarage Lane. The property is situated at the very bottom of the lane, on the right hand side clearly identified by our "For Sale" board.

The current vendor has spent considerable time and effort in the presentation of this delightful former toll cottage which was originally constructed by the Kedleston Estate in 1622. Over the years the period features have been persevered to offer spacious accommodation set within a superb position within one of Derbyshire's most prized locations.

Internally the accommodation briefly comprises a large dining kitchen, dining room, double glazed conservatory with views over the garden, hallway with staircase leading to the first floor, wine cellar, lounge, study and ground floor bathroom. To the first floor are three double bedrooms, the master with en-suite.

Outside the property benefits from beautifully presented gardens which are overlooked by a large block paved patio area and extends to lawns and well stocked borders bordered by a brook, at the bottom of the garden, from which the cottage earns its name. The property is approached through a five bar wooden gate which opens to reveal a block paved car standing area and garage which has been converted for use as storage and a potential garden room.

Quarndon is a highly sought after residential location only a short drive from the vibrant city centre of Derby with its wealth of bars, restaurants and the Derbion shopping centre. The village of Quarndon boasts a local school, church and the house is only a short walk from the highly regarded Joiners Arms pub. Set within the Eccelsbourne School catchment area, the property is within easy reach of both Markeaton and Darley Parks and has amazing countryside walks through to the Kedleston Estate on its doorstep.

The property would benefit from further modernisation and improvement and offers enormous potential which can only be appreciated by both internal and external inspection through the agents.

Accommodation

Entering the property through door into:

Kitchen (3.58m x 3.58m (11'9" x 11'9"))

Fitted with a range of work surface/preparation areas, wall and base cupboards and space for a freestanding electric cooker. The room has a stainless steel sink unit with two drainers beneath a double glazed window and there is space for a dishwasher, useful kitchen drawers, space for a freestanding freezer, space for a washing machine and small dining table. The room has a wall mounted boiler providing domestic hot water and central heating.

Dining Room (4.70m x 4.57m (15'5" x 15'))

An elegant room with a heavily beamed ceiling, feature fireplace enclosing a gas fire and two double radiators. Double doors to:

Conservatory (4.42m x 3.89m (14'6" x 12'9"))

Enjoying superb views over the garden with tiled floor, this space perfectly extends the ground floor accommodation with double glazed windows overlooking the garden and double glazed French doors to the patio. Air conditioning unit allowing the room to be used in all seasons.

Main Hallway

Original front door with glazed panels, galleried staircase leading to the first floor, radiator and open plan under stairs storage. The carpet can be lifted to reveal doors which provides access to the:

Wine Cellar

The cellar has steps leading down to a storage area.

Lounge (4.70m x 4.70m (15'5" x 15'5"))

A charming room with three original arch windows overlooking the side elevation, feature fireplace with coal effect gas fire, two radiators, beamed ceiling and TV point.

Study (2.49m x 1.83m (8'2" x 6'))

With double glazed window overlooking the gardens and radiator.

Ground Floor Bathroom (3.40m x 2.11m (11'2" x 6'11"))

With low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and bath with shower over the bath, complimentary tiling, radiator and frosted double glazed window.

To The First Floor

Landing

With window.

Bedroom One (4.50m x 3.40m (14'9" x 11'2"))

With two double glazed windows and en-suite.

En Suite

With low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and shower cubicle.

Bedroom Two (4.70m x 4.70m (15'5" x 15'5"))

With tall ceiling, double glazed window and radiator.

Bedroom Three (3.05m x 3.66m (10' x 12'))

(Measurement taken to the front of the wardrobe)

With double glazed window, radiator and fitted wardrobes.

Outside

The property benefits from being set within immaculate gardens which are overlooked by a large block paved patio area ideal for summer entertaining. A pathway leads to the bottom of the garden which benefits from neatly tendered lawns, well stocked borders and mature trees. At the very bottom of the garden there is a brook which runs around the perimeter with open fields beyond. To the side of the house there is a further lawned garden and well stocked borders with two outside stores.

The property is approached through a five bar gate which opens to reveal a block paved car standing area and access to a:

Garage

A roller shutter door opens up to reveal two areas within the garage.

Area One (2.90m x 2.92m (9'6" x 9'7"))

Ideal for storage with roller shutter door, double glazed window and sliding door to:

Area Two (2.90m x 2.82m (9'6" x 9'3"))

The former rear part of the garage has two double glazed doors looking over the garden, power and light.

Please Note:

Prospective purchasers should note that the property is approached by a tarmacadam driveway which is not included within the sale. Although any prospective purchasers would have a right of access over the tarmacadam driveway, it remains in separate ownership giving access to the field to the left of the property which can be clearly seen upon inspection. Further details relating to right of access can be obtained through the offices of Boxall Brown and Jones.