Cottage for sale in Matlock DE4, 1 Bedroom

A charming one bedroom detached period cottage, fully renovated and modernised in 2014 by the current owners. The contemporary interior and sympathetically restored period exterior combine to give the best of both worlds, and the pretty rear garden is a rare find in this location! Tucked away on a quiet pedestrian lane in the historic part of Wirksworth, just a very short walk from the town centre. Ideal as a bolt hole for yourself, and with income potential from holiday lets, this is well worth a viewing!

Location

The property stands on Bowling Green Lane, tucked away in Wirksworth's historic corner and just a short stroll away from the centre of town. Wirksworth offers a good variety of shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes, and a lively arts and social scene including the famous Arts Festival. There are good schools and medical facilities nearby, and excellent transport links including regular bus services, trains from nearby Cromford, and you can even catch a steam train to Duffield on the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway on special occasions! The Derbyshire Dales offer beautiful countryside walks and cycle rides, and nearby Carsington Water has water sports, walks and wildlife. A short drive takes you to the Peak District National Park.

Ground Floor

From Bowling Green Lane, two steps lead down to the front door, which opens into the

Kitchen (3.02m x 2.50m max (9'10" x 8'2" max))

With ample natural light from a high velux window and the half glazed back door, the kitchen has cream base and wall units with granite effect laminate worktops and sage green metro tiled splashbacks. Inset deep stainless sink with mixer tap, aeg ceramic hob, aeg single oven and stainless extractor hood. The floor is finished in large grey ceramic tiles which extend into the entrance area and shower room. Space and connections for a washing machine and under counter fridge which can be included in the sale if required. Great views across Wirksworth from here!

Shower Room (1.44m x 1.42m (4'8" x 4'7"))

With natural light from a velux window as well as recessed LED spot lights, this modern shower room has a corner shower cubicle with curved glass doors and a "Mira" electric shower. White WC and white basin with mirror and light over.

Sitting Room (3.99m x 2.68m max (13'1" x 8'9" max))

From the kitchen, four steps lead down to the sitting room. Two windows overlook the garden, and a multi fuel stove set under an original stone lintel provides a cosy focal point. The room extends under the open staircase leading up to the bedroom.

First Floor

Stairs lead up from the sitting room to the

Bedroom (4.05m x 2.83m max (13'3" x 9'3" max))

With gorgeous views from the two windows, this double bedroom has dimmable inset LED spotlights, and built in shelving and hanging rail to one corner.

Outside

From the front of the property, a paved path leads between the house and the boundary stone wall to the delightful cottage garden, which also has access via the back door from the kitchen. There is a paved seating area next to the house, a level lawn and raised bedding. A useful timber shed and new log store are included. There is an external power socket by the back door, and outside lighting.

Property Notes

TV point (aerial fitted) and phone/internet point in sitting room. Ample power points throughout, including one external. Inset LED spotlights throughout. Electric heating is via energy efficient programmable wall heaters. Hot water is provided by an electric boiler under the kitchen sink.

Parking

Whilst there is no vehicle access to Bowling Green Lane itself, parking is available very close by, either on street or via a resident parking permit (Derbyshire Dales District Council - charges apply).

Council Tax

The property is in the Derbyshire Dales District Council area, but has not yet been allocated a council tax band.

Directions

Park in the centre of Wirksworth and walk up The Dale (off the Market Place near "Sour Cow" cafe and the book shop) and at the fork keep left to stay on the Dale. After a very short distance, just past the converted chapel, turn left onto Bowling Green Lane. The property is on the left, identified by our "For Sale" board. The postcode is DE4 4EF.

Viewings

Viewings strictly by appointment with Grant's of Derbyshire. Please call us on .