Cottage for sale in Orchard Road, Matlock Bath DE4

This most attractive stone built cottage stands within rendered elevations, beneath a blue slate roof and is complemented by delightful gardens. The elevated backwater location sets the cottage well back from any main thoroughfare and which allows superb views across the rooftops of the village and along a tree lined stretch of the Derwent Valley in each direction.

The property would ideally suit the single occupant, professional couple or those looking for a second home or letting opportunity. A closer inspection is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the cottage and its location.

Matlock Bath is a sought after village, which grew as a spa resort through its Victorian heyday. The village remains a popular destination for day trippers, the valley floor boasting a wide range of shops and other attractions, alongside the picturesque river Derwent. On the valley side, where the property nestles, the village is quiet and equally pretty with access to countryside from the doorstep. Good road communications lead to the neighbouring market towns of Matlock, Bakewell and Chesterfield, with the cities of Sheffield Derby and Nottingham all within daily commuting distance. A pay train station links the village to the national rail network.

Accommodation

A panelled and glazed front door opens directly to a charming…

Sitting Room – 3.23m x 2.92m (10’ 7” x 9’ 6”) with painted beams to the ceiling, grey herringbone pattern laminate flooring, built-in panelled and hand decorated full height cupboard and an interesting built-in cabinet adapted from a period wooden trunk set beneath the window, which allows views across the garden and to the tree lined slopes across the valley. As a focal point to the room, a solid fuel cast iron stove stands within a rustic fireplace. An open doorway gives access to the…

Breakfast Kitchen – 3.23m x 2.82m (10’ 7” x 9’ 2”) with a continuation of the herringbone pattern vinyl flooring, panelled cupboard built within the chimney breast and a further full height pantry store to the side. The kitchen is further fitted with a range of modern pink base and wall units with quartz worktops. Integral appliances include wine cooler, fridge freezer, electric hob and under counter oven with contemporary wall mounted extractor fan. There are windows to the front and side, and a panelled and leaded glazed door opens to a…

Utility Room – 1.58m x 1.13m (5’ 2” x 3’ 8”) with a tiled surround, roof light, coat hanging and the benefit of plumbing for an automatic washing machine. The room also houses the newly installed gas fired Worcester Bosch combination boiler, which serves the central heating and hot water system.

From the kitchen, stairs rise to the first floor landing with doors off to the bedroom and bathroom.

Bedroom – 3.36m x 2.92m (11’ x 9’ 7”) a comfortable double bedroom with picture rails and panelled ceiling, plus a front aspect window, which allows excellent natural light and superb views across nearby rooftops and along the tree lined valley to the south.

Bath and Shower Room – 2.81m x 2.5m (9’ 3” x 8’ 2”) with light grey vinyl flooring and wall panelling to half height, this spacious room has the benefit of a freestanding bath, separate corner shower cubicle with tiled surround and glazed screens, low flush WC and wash hand basin to a vanity cupboard. There is a chromed ladder radiator and the added advantage of a sauna.

Outside

To the front of the cottage, stepped and gravelled pathways lead through well stocked herbaceous borders planted with a host of perennials and low growing shrubs. The southerly aspect takes full advantage of the day’s sun and there are views along the valley in each direction towards the hillside of Starkholmes rising towards Riber and, to the south, the slopes of the Derwent Gorge and above Cromford on the horizon.

Tenure – Freehold.

Services – All mains services are available to the property, which enjoys the benefit of gas fired central heating. No specific test has been made on the services or their distribution. In 2021 the property benefited from a new centra heating boiler, was replumbed and had a full new electrical installation. In the last year, a new flat roof and roof window have been installed.

EPC rating – Current 63D / Potential 91B – new certificate

council tax – Band A

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 south to Matlock Bath. Travelling through the centre of the village, after passing through South Parade, turn sharp right into Temple Walk. Follow the road for around half a mile, passing the old Temple Hotel, and locate Orchard Road off to the left hand side. It is advisable to park on Temple Walk. Walk up Orchard Road and keep right into West Bank on the cobbled footpath. No. 1 West Bank is one of the first houses on the left hand side, around 40 meters from Temple Walk.

Viewing – Strictly by prior arrangement with the Matlock office .

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