Rushley Farm, Ilam, Ashbourne

A charming detached former farmhouse commanding an elevated position, taking in the most wonderful views of the surrounding Peak District National Park.
For sale by online auction due to conclude 12 noon Thursday 29th October 26

Ground floor
• A farmhouse kitchen with dual aspect windows enjoying far-reaching countryside views
• Separate sitting room featuring exposed beams with a characterful stone fireplace
• Generous utility room providing practical additional workspace
• Family bathroom
• Useful ground floor storeroom

First and Second floors
• Four bedrooms arranged across the first and second floors
• Spacious landing area
• Elevated views over the surrounding Peak District countryside from selected rooms

Additional Information
• The property would benefit from substantial modernisation and refurbishment throughout. However, it retains a range of original features that could be incorporated into a sympathetic renovation programme.

Gardens and grounds
• The property is accessed via a tree lined driveway
• A generous hard standing area to the side of the farmhouse provides ample off-road parking for numerous vehicles
• Predominantly laid to lawn, the gardens wrap around the property and are enclosed in part by charming dry-stone walling
• The adjoining paddock, extending to approximately 0.86 acres, is accessed via a gate from Lodge Lane and offers a variety of potential uses
• Altogether, the property stands within approximately 1.40 acres of gardens and grounds

Situation
Rushley Farm occupies a delightful rural position within the Peak District National Park, surrounded by rolling countryside and enjoying a peaceful setting to the northwest of Ilam. The property benefits from an enviable location with far-reaching views across the surrounding landscape, whilst remaining conveniently accessible to nearby villages and local amenities.

The market town of Ashbourne lies a short distance away and provides a wide range of shops, schools, restaurants and leisure facilities. The renowned Dovedale Valley, River Manifold and extensive network of public footpaths and bridleways are all within easy reach, with countryside walks available virtually from the doorstep, making the area particularly appealing to walkers, cyclists and lovers of the outdoors.

Combining a secluded countryside setting with excellent access to the wider Peak District, Rushley Farm offers an outstanding opportunity to enjoy rural living in one of Derbyshire and Staffordshire's most scenic locations.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale.

Services
Mains power is connected. Heating is via an oil fired central heating system. Drainage is to a private system. None of the services, appliances, or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

The property is subject to a Deed of Easement governing shared water supply arrangements and associated rights and obligations; further information can be found in the legal pack.

If the private drainage system requires updating/replacement, it is assumed that prior to offers being made, associated costs have been considered and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations, no further information will be provided by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 12/08/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have poor mobile coverage (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 12/08/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Local Authority
Staffordshire Moorlands District Council
Council Tax Band: D

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

The property forms part of Title Number SF503165, with registration of a recent Transfer of Part pending.

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.
Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)

In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, AML due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by online auction method, however the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Finance your purchase
If you require advice on how to finance a purchase through auction, please go to our trusted partners, or ask our team for further details.

Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Important notices
This property is available for sale by online auction. Interested buyers will need to register in advance and complete an ID verification before being able to place a bid.

There is no charge for registering. Buyers should allow sufficient time to complete this process before the time period expires. Full details can be found on Fisher German’s online auction page

Legal pack
A legal pack and any special conditions will be available on Fisher German’s online auction page and interested parties will need to register before accessing the legal documents. It is the responsibility of a prospective purchaser to make all necessary enquiries prior to the auction.

Completion
Completion will take place 20 working days after exchange of contracts, unless otherwise varied and specified in the legal pack.

Conditions of sale
The property will, unless previously withdrawn, be sold subject to common auction conditions and special conditions of each sale may be found in the legal documents section of the Fisher German online auction page. Each purchaser shall be deemed to have notice of each condition and all the terms thereof and to bid on those terms whether they shall have inspected the said conditions or not.

Fees
The purchase of this property is subject to a combined buyer and admin fee of £7,800 including VAT as stated on the auction listing. The buyer will also be required to reimburse the search fees of £311.88 including VAT.

Deposit
The full 10% deposit shall be transferred by the buyer to their solicitor for onward transmission by 12 noon the following working day to the seller’s lawyer. It is therefore essential that you instruct your solicitor ahead of the auction.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – DE6 2BA
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