* Freehold
* Three Bedroom Detached
* Elevated Position Enjoying Superb Views
* Modernisation Required
* Large Plot Extending to around 0. 17 Acre
* Recently Refitted Kitchen
* Huge Development Potential
* No Upward Chain
* Viewing Highly Recommended
* Virtual Tour Available
* EPC Rating D
We are delighted to offer for sale this three bedroom detached cottage which
is located in the popular village of Middleton - By - Wirksworth. This home,
whilst requiring a programme of refurbishment, enjoys an elevated position on
a good sized plot with superb, far - reaching views and offers huge potential
for development. The property benefits from gas central heating and the
accommodation comprises; sun room, dining kitchen, sitting room, three
bedrooms, a utility room and a family bathroom. Outside there are a number of
seating areas to enjoy those views and an extensive garden, presented over
three levels. Off street parking. Viewing Highly Recommended. Virtual Tour
available. No Upward Chain.
**The Location**
The cottage is located in the pretty Derbyshire Dales village of Middleton - By -
Wirksworth and is just on the borders of the Peak District National Park. From
the village there are many fine country walks including the High Peak Trail.
There are excellent road networks to the Peaks, Matlock, Buxton, Bakewell,
Derby and Belper as well as good access to the A6, A38 and M1. The village
itself is served by a sought after primary school, church, two public houses
and many community - led activities. There are many tourist attractions nearby
such as Black Rocks, Carsington Water, Cromford Canal and the historic
Cromford Mills. The town of Wirksworth is less than a 5 minute drive away and
offers a variety of shops and full range of amenities. Hillside is located
just off the centre of the village enjoying a peaceful location with quite
superb, far - reaching views.
**Ground Floor**
From the roadside, steps lead up to the front patio and garden where a part
glazed, multi - paned door opens into the
**Sun Room (5. 19 x 1. 9 (17'0" x 6'2"))**
Built on a stone base with glazed wooden panels, this room is an ideal spot to
sit and enjoy the garden and views over the surrounding countryside. Doors
lead directly to the sitting room and
**Dining Kitchen (5. 64 x 4. 13 (18'6" x 13'6"))**
With a wood laminate flooring, exposed ceiling timbers and recently refitted
with a matching range of wall, base and drawer units with tiled splashbacks
and an inset Belfast sink. There is an electric cooker with stainless steel
extractor hood over and ample space for a family - sized dining table and
chairs. The staircase leads off to the first floor passing the original stone
fireplace. There are windows to the front aspect and a door that leads through
to the
**Sitting Room (4. 87 x 4. 17 (15'11" x 13'8"))**
This is a spacious and bright reception room having windows and doors to front
and side aspects. There is an open fireplace, TV point and part glazed door
that leads back through to the sun room.
**First Floor**
On arrival at the first floor landing, we find access to the loft via hatch
with a pull down ladder. Starting at the far right of the home, a door leads
through to
**Bedroom Two (4. 31 x 2. 59 (14'1" x 8'5"))**
With a double glazed window to the front aspect offering views down the
valley, back towards the town of Wirksworth. Louvre doors open to reveal a
good sized recessed cupboard.
**Bedroom Three (3. 27 x 2. 02 max (10'8" x 6'7" max))**
With a double glazed window to the front aspect and evidence of an original
window with stone sill and lintel to the side. There is a built - in
cupboard/wardrobe.
**Bedroom One (5. 07 x 3. 01 (16'7" x 9'10"))**
A good sized principal bedroom having two double glazed windows to the front
aspect providing those aforementioned views. A door opens to reveal a walk - in
cupboard (1. 9 x 0. 7m) with hanging rail and built in shelving and shoe
compartments. Consideration here could be given to converting this area to an
ensuite facility (subject to survey of services). Along the landing we
eventually arrive at the
**Utility (2. 64 x 1. 68 (8'7" x 5'6"))**
With a base unit with stainless steel sink inset along with space and plumbing
for a washing machine. There are fully glazed uPVC doors to the side aspect
which open out onto the side garden. A door opens to reveal the
**Family Bathroom (2. 71 x 1. 67 (8'10" x 5'5"))**
Half tiled with a traditional coloured suite comprising; corner bath, pedestal
sink and low flush WC. There is an obscure glass window to the front aspect.
**Outside**
At road level there is off street parking for one vehicle. Steps lead up to
the foregarden and patio area which is an ideal spot to sit and enjoy those
views. Stone steps lead up to another, quite level, lawned area which is
enclosed by dry stone walling and a range of mature trees and plants. The
garden continues around the side of the utility room with further stone steps
that lead up to another section of garden, extending to about 0. 17 acres in
total. The garden enjoys an elevated position with a high level of privacy.
**Directional Notes**
From our Wirksworth office, the property is best approached by leaving the
Market Place in Wirksworth town centre towards Cromford, turning left after
the fire station by the Lime Kiln public house. Continue up the hill, pass the
cross roads and turn left after about 300 yards into Hillside and continue up
the hill where the property can be found on the left hand side as identified
by our For Sale sign.
**Council Tax Information**
We are informed by Derbyshire Dales District Council that this home falls
within Council Tax Band D which is currently £2125 per annum.

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