4 bedroom character property for sale

This highly attractive, Grade II listed property is believed to date back to circa 1720, with many of the features of this era still visible today, such as the internal panelling, window shutters and double cornicing. The Manor was once believed to be owned by the Clay family, a notable family in Derbyshire history, responsible for many of the now period buildings in nearby Clay Cross.

Extending to over 2100sq ft, and arranged over three storeys, the accommodation comprises;

Generous entrance hall displaying the impressive, Georgian staircase, laid with oak flooring and allowing access to the cellar, ground floor WC and the extent of the living accommodation at this level.

A fine, double fronted sitting room with oak flooring, panelled walls, window shutters, a feature fire place with timber surround and mantle, built-in drinks cupboard and window seats with storage.

Bespoke, hand painted inframe kitchen with central chefs island, incorporating breakfast bar seating, oak work surfaces and a range of base and wall units, open fronted cabinetry, wine racks and low level panelled walls. Integral appliances within the kitchen include a dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, double Belfast sink, a Belling range style cooker with 5 burner gas hob and extractor above. There is space within the kitchen to hold a free standing fridge freezer.

FIRST FLOOR
Stairs ascend from the entrance hall to the first floor landing which lends access to the two double bedrooms at this level and the four piece family bathroom with floor to ceiling stone tiling, fitted with a corner shower enclosure, a fitted heritage bath, high flush WC and a pedestal wash hand basin.

SECOND FLOOR
The second floor holds two rather impressive bedrooms, both with a double fronted view out and both displaying the original A frame king trusses. The principal bedroom also benefits a feature fireplace with stone surround, built-in storage cupboard and a three piece en suite shower room.

OUTSIDE
The property is accessed via a private road to the rear aspect, leading to an electric entry gate which services the two dwellings within Elm Farm (there will be a minimal community charge of £10pcm to cover maintenance of the communal entry gates). The gravel drive leads on to a generous parking area in addition to a two car open fronted car port with internal power and water.

The front gardens to The Manor are made up of two raised lawn areas, divided by a central walkway to the front door with a yew tree border. The main garden to the side elevation offers a generous patio seating area and an additional stretch of lawn.

Location
North Wingfield is a large village in the north east Derbyshire district offering local amenities to include a general store, Co-op local, three public houses, a pre-school and a primary school. A more comprehensive range of facilities can be found in the nearby market towns of Clay Cross (1.9 miles), Alfreton (7.4 miles) and Chesterfield (4.4 miles), whilst major cities Derby and Nottingham are both less than 25 miles from the property. The A617 is 3 miles away, offering prompt connections to Chesterfield and Mansfield, with the A61 1.4 miles to the west, also providing access to Chesterfield as well as through to Alfreton. The M1 Motorway, junction 29 is 3 miles to the east, offering arterial links across the region and beyond.

Square Footage: 2,119 sq ft

Directions
Take exit 29 of the M1 and at the roundabout take the A6175 exit. After 1.2 miles take the second exit to stay on the A6175. At the next roundabout, keep on the A6175 for 1.3 miles then turn right on to Bright Street. The property will be on your right hand side after 100m, however to get to the gated driveway to the rear of the property, continue on to Draycott Road until you reach the green, turn immediately right here and then back on yourself towards the house where you will find the gated entrance.

Additional Info

COUNCIL TAX - North East Derbyshire District Council, tax band E.