5 bedroom house

Offering an increasingly rare opportunity to purchase a wonderful Grade II listed dwelling dating back to the 17th Century together with a period detached barn of exceptional character.

The property includes outbuildings and garages and benefits from delightful gardens overlooking the village.

Adjoining land is available by separate negotiation.

For Sale by Public Auction on 21st September 2020 at 3pm at The Agricultural Business Centre, Bakewell, DE45 1AH

Location 

The property is situated within the popular village of Bonsall, which lies on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Bonsall benefits from a range of local amenities including a primary school, village shop and public house. A more comprehensive range of facilities including secondary schools and supermarkets can be found in the nearby towns of Matlock (4.1 miles) and Bakewell (9.8 miles). A train station lies within the nearby village of Cromford allowing great commuter links. There are many nearby local walks in the surrounding area, excellent for those who enjoy the outdoors.

Directions 

From Matlock, follow the A6 towards Cromford, at Cromford Crossroads turn right and then take the next right onto the A5012.
Follow the road and bear right onto 'Clatterway' road. Follow Clatterway and bear right onto Yeoman Street. Follow the road into Bonsall then bear left when you reach the Kings Head onto 'High Street' and the Manor House and Studio Barn can be found a short way up the road on your left-hand side as identified by our 'For Sale' board.

Description 

The property on offer comprises two dwellings, the principal house being The Manor House, a 17th Century Grade II listed dwelling with spacious living accommodation with the second dwelling being a detached barn that was architect converted in the 1960's and has been used as a residential dwelling, rental property and an art studio gallery. Both properties boast fantastic period features. The accommodation does require modernisation but offers a purchaser a great opportunity to create a wonderful family home.

The grounds are also a particular feature of the property with gardens rising to the west and giving fantastic views over the village. There is also an adjoining paddock that extends to approximately 2 acres and is available by separate negotiation.

Entrance Hallway 

14' 5'' x 6' 4'' (4.39m x 1.93m) and 3.76m x 1.63m

With stairway to the first floor and Victorian style floor tiles.

Drawing Room  

19' 4'' x 16' 11'' (5.89m x 5.15m)

With mullioned and shuttered windows, coving to the ceiling, feature open fire with marble surround.

Family Room 

21' 0'' x 16' 9'' (6.40m x 5.10m)

With mullioned windows, window seat to one window and a stone fire surround with Morso multifuel stove.

Kitchen  

14' 4'' x 9' 0'' (4.38m x 2.75m)

Having traditional style range (not currently used) and a range of fitted cupboards and drawers. With a door to the garden.

Breakfast Room 

12' 6'' x 11' 0'' (3.82m x 3.35m)

A range of fitted storage shelves with stainless steel sink unit and cupboards and drawers. Gloworm gas fired boiler providing hot water and central heating.

On the first floor, a spacious landing leads to:-

Bedroom 1  

19' 8'' x 17' 0'' (6.00m x 5.18m)

A large room with mullion windows to two elevations and a stone feature fireplace.

Bedroom 2  

14' 1'' x 13' 5'' (4.28m x 4.08m)

With mullion windows to side elevation.

Bedroom 3  

14' 5'' x 9' 4'' (4.39m x 2.84m)

With mullion windows to rear.

Family Bathroom  

With bath, basin and airing cupboard. Separate WC.

Second Floor  

The Second (attic) floor comprises:

Bedroom 4 

19' 0'' x 14' 8'' (5.79m x 4.48m)

Into Dormer leading to

Bedroom 5  

17' 0'' x 10' 7'' (5.18m x 3.22m)

With access to

Storage Space  

16' 5'' x 13' 0'' (5.00m x 3.96m)

Shower Room  

12' 8'' x 10' 0'' (3.86m x 3.04m)

With shower, basin and WC.

Studio Barn  

Situated to the rear of the property, is the Studio Barn.

The accommodation comprises; 

Kitchen  

12' 0'' x 9' 5'' (3.66m x 2.87m)

With a range of fitted units.

Bathroom  

7' 0'' x 6' 6'' (2.13m x 1.98m)

With bath, handbasin and WC.

Living Room  

20' 4'' x 16' 9'' (6.20m x 5.10m)

This is a wonderful feature of the building with steps leading to a mezzanine gallery area above. There are storage areas together with a boiler area housing the gas fired warm air cabinet. The mezzanine provides two separate bedroom areas with the larger bedroom benefitting from a large window that provides delightful views over the village.

Bedroom Areas 

The mezzanine provides two separate Bedroom areas, the larger of which has a large picture window that fully opens and gives delightful views over the village.

Externally 

Outbuildings comprise two sheds and a workshop, being 3.96m x 2.54m; 2.13m x 2.54m and 4.29m x 3.78m.

Gardens lie to the front, side and rear of the property.

The paddock lies adjacent and is identified hatched blue on the attached plan.

Viewings 

Viewing is strictly by appointment only through the selling agents Bagshaws at the Bakewell Office on .

Services 

Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage are connected.

Tenure & Possession  

The property is sold freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

Rights of Way, Wayleaves & Easements 

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, wayleaves and easements that may exist, whether or not they are defined in these particulars.

Planning Authority 

Derbyshire Dales District Council
Town Hall
Bank Road
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3NN

Council Tax and EPC 

The property is registered with Derbyshire Dales District Council and the Council Tax is Band G, with the Barn being Council Tax Band A.

Agents Note  

Bagshaws LLP have made every reasonable effort on behalf of their client to ensure these details offer an accurate and fair description of the property but give notice that these details are for guidance only and do not constitute part of the contract for sale.

Method of Sale 

The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty

Marketed by: Bagshaws, Bakewell