A Characterful Country Escape With Beautiful Open Views
- Land size
- 3.75 acres
- Bedrooms
- 3
Key Features
- Guide Price £850k to £900k
- Beautiful nineteenth-century stone-built home with approximately 3.75 acres of gardens, orchard and adjoining paddocks
- Outstanding elevated countryside views towards Ogston Reservoir, Hardwick Hall and Bolsover Castle
- Three generous double bedrooms, including a principal suite with future en suite potential and a guest bedroom with private en suite
- Impressive open plan kitchen and living space alongside a characterful snug, offering exceptional versatility for modern family life
- Peaceful village location within easy reach of the Peak District, Ashover village amenities and major centres including Chesterfield, Sheffield and Derby
Description
A Timeless Country Retreat
Occupying an elevated position within the peaceful hamlet of Ashover Hay, Hay House is a beautifully extended nineteenth-century stone residence enjoying breathtaking views across the Derbyshire countryside towards Ogston Reservoir. Set within mature gardens, a productive orchard and approximately 3.75 acres of adjoining paddocks, it offers an exceptional country lifestyle.
A Warm Welcome
Approached via two gravelled driveways, Hay House enjoys a private setting with generous parking, mature gardens and traditional stone walls. Inside, the practical boot room and utility provide excellent storage alongside a convenient ground floor WC, ensuring the home is as functional as it is welcoming.
Kitchen
Thoughtfully designed for modern living, the kitchen features integrated appliances, generous worktop space, a walk-in pantry and a versatile central island that extends into a dining table. Open plan by design, it creates a sociable setting for everyday life and entertaining.
Living Room
Flooded with natural light through floor-to-ceiling glazing, the impressive living room enjoys panoramic views across the Derbyshire countryside towards Hardwick Hall, Bolsover Castle and Ogston Reservoir. A Derbyshire stone fireplace with a log burner creates a striking focal point, while patio doors open directly onto the terrace.
Snug
Offering a quieter place to unwind, the snug centres around a reclaimed timber fireplace with an open fire and enjoys dual aspect countryside views. A versatile reception room, it is equally suited to relaxed evenings, reading or family gatherings.
Principal Bedroom
A generous dual aspect principal bedroom enjoying spectacular sunrises and elevated views across the gardens, orchard and surrounding countryside. Existing plumbing also provides the opportunity to create an en suite bathroom, should the new owners wish.
Bedroom Two
A spacious double bedroom with built-in storage and a private en suite shower room, providing comfortable and independent accommodation for family members or visiting guests.
Bedroom Three
Another generous double bedroom, enjoying dual aspect windows and delightful countryside views. Its versatile layout makes it equally suited to guest accommodation, family living or a home office.
En-Suite
Serving Bedroom Two, the en suite comprises an enclosed shower, wash hand basin and WC, providing privacy and convenience for guests or family members.
Family Bathroom
The family bathroom features a bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC. A partially frosted window fills the room with natural light while retaining attractive views across the surrounding countryside.
Loft
Accessed via a retractable ladder, the partially boarded loft spans the full footprint of the first floor. Fitted with lighting, it provides excellent storage and valuable flexibility for future needs.
Gardens & Grounds
Beautifully landscaped gardens surround the home, featuring generous lawns, mature planting, a productive orchard and a stone flagged terrace designed for outdoor entertaining. Approximately 3.75 acres of adjoining paddocks further enhance the property's exceptional lifestyle appeal.
Ashover Hay
Hay House enjoys an enviable position within one of Derbyshire's most desirable rural communities. Ashover offers a village shop, butcher, post office, doctors' surgery, the well-regarded Ashover Primary School and welcoming country pubs. Public footpaths and bridleways, the sailing club at Ogston Reservoir, Hardwick Hall and the Peak District National Park are all within easy reach, while Chesterfield, Matlock, Sheffield, Derby and Nottingham provide excellent connectivity, shopping, dining and leisure opportunities.
Disclaimer
Smith & Co Estates use all reasonable endeavours to supply accurate property information in line with the Consumer Protection from Unfair trading Regulations 2008. These property details do not constitute any part of the offer or contract and all measurements are approximate. The matters in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers. It should not be assumed that this property has all the necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Any services, appliances and heating system(s) listed have not been checked or tested. Purchasers should make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities regarding the connection of any service. No person in the employment of Smith & Co Estates has any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property or these particulars or enter into any contract relating to this property on behalf of the vendor. Floor plan not to scale and for illustrative purposes only.
Some of the images and floorplans shown throughout the marketing and within the brochure are computer generated images and may not be accurate and therefore should not be relied upon for decision making. The accuracy of the dimensions, layout and visuals are not guaranteed and may be subject to change.
EPC Rating: E
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- Date Posted
- 2026-09-03
Market Value Analysis
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Utilities & Restrictions
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Property Features
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Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
20 Mbps
Standard (10-30 Mbps)
Suitable for
- Web & social
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- Standard video calls
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
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Nearest Schools
Primary
- Stretton Handley Church of England Primary School0.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 59
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Ashover Primary School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 210
- Type
- Community school
- Wessington Primary School2.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 96
- Type
- Community school
- Tansley Primary School2.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 58
- Type
- Community school
- Mickley Village Primary and Nursery School2.2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 65
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- Highfields School2.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,298
- Type
- Academy converter
- Tupton Hall School3.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,581
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Tibshelf Community School4.8 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 834
- Type
- Community school
- David Nieper Academy4.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 810
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Swanwick Hall School5.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,025
- Type
- Academy converter
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
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Amenities
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Getting Around
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