Chesterfield Road, Two Dales, DE4

Located at the heart of this sought-after village, this detached stone-built former farmhouse occupies a generous plot extending to approximately 2.5 acres. A broad entrance with double wrought iron gates provides access from Chesterfield Road to the rear of the property, opening onto a good-sized driveway, with further provision in the form of a car port and garage.

The front of the home is concealed from passing view and enjoys a southerly aspect across the sizeable grounds, with a delightful outlook extending towards the neighbouring countryside and hills. The extensive grounds incorporate established gardens together with an adjoining field, providing a particularly attractive setting.

The well-proportioned accommodation comprises a hallway, sitting room, dining room/study, utility room, guest cloakroom and fitted kitchen opening into an impressive garden room. To the first floor are three double bedrooms, two of which benefit from en suite facilities, together with a family bathroom.

The property benefits from gas central heating and uPVC double glazing, whilst retaining the character expected of a former farmhouse. The generous grounds and rural outlook complement the convenience of the village setting, with local amenities close at hand and good transport links to the surrounding towns.

No upward chain. Viewing highly recommended.

EPC Rating: D

Entrance Hallway

The main entrance to the home is through a part-glazed door beneath a storm porch, opening into a U-shaped entrance hallway. The hallway provides access to the sitting room, guest cloakroom, dining room/study, utility room and kitchen, with a further door providing access to the rear of the property. Three useful built-in storage cupboards are discreetly positioned within the hallway, each fronted by traditional timber ledge and brace doors. The hallway features timber flooring throughout, two front aspect windows providing natural light, wall lighting and a staircase rising to the first floor.

Sitting Room

A charming sitting room with a traditional feel, centred around a gritstone fireplace with a raised hearth. This currently houses an electric fire but could accommodate a multi-fuel stove. The room enjoys plenty of natural light from the side aspect window, together with French doors which open directly onto the adjoining patio and gardens, making the most of the delightful southerly aspect and views beyond. Timber flooring and a substantial exposed timber beam add character and the room is lit by wall lights as well as the central ceiling fitting.

Kitchen

The kitchen is fitted with a good range of wall and base units, complemented by granite work surfaces and matching upstands. A Belfast sink with swan-neck mixer tap and adjacent drainer is positioned beneath the sash window to the side, enjoying a pleasant outlook over neighbouring rooftops towards the hillside beyond. An AGA range cooker is currently in situ, together with integrated Bosch electric oven and microwave. There is space for an under-counter fridge, along with space and plumbing for a dishwasher. The exposed ceiling timber add character to the room, which is lit by inset spotlights. The kitchen is open to the garden room.

Garden Room

The garden room is an excellent addition to the home, providing an ideal space for dining or a comfortable area in which to sit and enjoy the outlook across the garden and towards the surrounding countryside. The room benefits from a sash window to the side and three large picture windows to the front, maximising the views and natural light. Slate tiled flooring continues from the kitchen, with spotlights providing additional lighting. To the side, French doors with matching side windows open directly onto the patio and garden beyond.

Dining Room/Study

Accessed via glazed panelled double doors from the hallway is this versatile reception room with wooden flooring and a window to the rear aspect. The room is lit by wall lights as well as a central ceiling fitting, and offers flexibility of use and would make an ideal dining room, home study or music room.

Utility Room

Situated close to the rear entrance, this useful utility room has tiled flooring and is fitted with a range of base units beneath a work surface, incorporating an inset sink with tiled splashbacks and a rear aspect window above. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine, together with space for a further freestanding appliance, such as a fridge freezer. The wall-mounted Worcester combination boiler, serving the gas central heating system, is positioned to one corner. A part-glazed door provides access to the side entrance porch.

Side Porch

With a timber entrance door opening to the driveway at the side of the home.

Guest Cloakroom

With a rear aspect window, this guest cloakroom is fitted with a low-level WC and pedestal wash hand basin, complemented by a decorative tiled splashback. Two ledge and brace doors provide access to useful storage cupboards, both fitted with shelving.

First Floor Landing

The staircase leading up from the entrance hallway to this first floor landing, with two front aspect windows providing plenty of natural light and enjoying delightful far-reaching views. Timber flooring runs throughout, complemented by wall lighting. Timber ledge and brace doors open to the three bedrooms and family bathroom, with an additional door providing access to a useful built-in storage cupboard.

Bedroom One

This impressive principal bedroom was formerly two separate rooms and has been combined to create a generous and characterful bedroom. Two windows provide delightful views, while the room retains plenty of charm with exposed timber beams, timber flooring and a vaulted ceiling. A substantial built-in unit along one wall incorporates an inset wash hand basin with mixer tap, while against another wall is a good-sized walk-in shower enclosure with an electric shower. There is ample space for a range of bedroom furniture, together with additional storage, and a door opens to an en-suite WC.

En-suite WC

With a small rear aspect obscured glazed window, this useful en-suite WC is fitted with a dual flush WC.

Bedroom Two

A well-proportioned double bedroom enjoying a lovely outlook, with a front aspect window overlooking the garden, adjoining field and hillsides beyond. The room features a good range of fitted wardrobes providing ample storage, together with further built-in furniture, including a unit incorporating an inset wash hand basin. A pair of double doors, designed to blend with the fitted furniture, open to reveal an en-suite shower room.

En-suite Shower Room

Fitted with a dual flush WC and a tiled shower enclosure housing a thermostatic shower, together with an extractor fan.

Bedroom Three

This final double bedroom benefits from a rear aspect window and a useful built-in wardrobe, accessed via bi-fold doors and providing ample hanging and storage space. Also within the room is a vanity unit incorporating an inset wash hand basin with mixer tap and tiled splashback.

Family Bathroom

With an obscured glazed sash window to the rear aspect, this part-tiled bathroom is fitted with a three piece suite comprising low-level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment.

Garden

The gardens are a notable feature of Hazel House, providing generous and well-maintained outdoor space together with an attractive outlook towards the surrounding countryside.
A paved terrace runs alongside the house, creating a good-sized area for outdoor seating and entertaining, with views across the gardens and beyond.
The main gardens extend to the front and side of the property and comprise extensive areas of well-maintained lawn, interspersed with established shrubs and planting. The gardens are enclosed by a combination of mature hedging and timber fencing.
Beyond the main garden, the grounds extend into an adjoining field, offering a versatile area which could lend itself to a range of uses, including grazing, equestrian activities or smallholding purposes, subject to the necessary permissions. This additional land may also offer potential for further development, again subject to the relevant planning consents.

Parking - Driveway

The driveway provides ample off-road parking.

Parking - Garage

The garage measures approximately 5.49m x 2.95m and is accessed via an electric roller door. It benefits from both power and lighting.