Swinscoe, Ashbourne, DE6

This utterly charming four bedroom, stone built, detached property enjoys an idyllic semi-rural location, surrounded by beautiful Staffordshire countryside and brims with character throughout. Having been sympathetically renovated and beautifully decorated, the property maintains a number of original features throughout, which include exposed stone walls and timber ceiling beams.

Internally, there is spacious living accommodation, comprising a large Entrance Hallway which extends to a rear lobby, incorporating a downstairs Shower Room and an integral Utility. There is also a beautiful farmhouse style Kitchen, Dining Room and Lounge on the ground floor, whilst to the first floor can be found four double Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom.Externally, is a beautifully landscaped Garden plus an adjoining paddock of approximately 0.43 acres ideal for those looking to keep chickens or with equestrian interests. A private approach leads to a block paved driveway offering parking for a number of vehicles, whilst the property also includes a large detached Barn used by the current owners as business premises, but also ideal for conversion (STP).INTERIORGround FloorA decorative glass panelled entrance door opens onto a Reception Hallway, featuring exposed stone walls, ceiling beams and a tiled floor. The hallway leads to the rear of the property and incorporates a Shower Room: 2.42m X 1.72m (7 11 X 5 8 ) with walk in shower, wash hand basin and WC with fitted storage surround, plus an integral Utility: 3.85m x 1.72m (12 x 5 8 ) featuring a selection of wall and base units incorporating a Belfast sink, plus space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. To the left hand side of the hallway can be accessed the dual aspect Dining Room: 3.86m x 3.79m (12 8 x 12 5 ) A versatile space - ideal for use as a snug, play room or even guest bedroom if required. The Dining Room features exposed ceiling beams and dual aspect views out to the surrounding Garden. There is also a traditional style wood burning stove. Adjacent to the Dining Room can be accessed the beautiful, farmhouse Breakfast Kitchen: 4.55m x 3.86m (14 11 x 12 8 ) featuring a selection of attractive shaker style wall and base units set above and below marble worktops. There is recessed space for a large AGA oven, a Belfast sink with chrome mixer tap set below a lovely picture window overlooking the Garden, an integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer, alongside space for a dining table and chairs or for the incorporation of a kitchen island if required. An original, decorative glass panelled internal door from the Kitchen opens onto the Lounge: 8.69m x 4.18m (28 6 x 13 9 ) which can also be accessed via the Entrance Hallway.The fully carpeted, beautifully presented, tri aspect Lounge includes exposed ceiling beams and a lovely open brick fireplace with wood burning stove. This generously proportioned, light and welcoming space also includes ample room for a dining table and chairs if required. Double glazed French doors from the Lounge open directly onto the Garden. First FloorTo the rear of the Reception Hallway, stairs with integral storage below, rise to the spacious, carpeted, split level first floor Landing, offering access to four Bedrooms and the Family Bathroom: 2.54m x 1.91m (8 4 x 6 3 ) comprising an elevated bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, WC and wall mounted radiator.The Landing veers to the left, where can be accessed Bedrooms 3: 5.18m x 2.80m (17 x 9 2 ) and 2: 4.73m x 3.85m (15 6 x 12 8 ) respectively. Bedroom 3 boasting two integral wardrobes with traditional wood panel doors and cast iron handles, overlooking the side Garden, and Bedroom 2 - a very generous dual aspect double Bedroom with exposed floorboards and another traditional integral wardrobe - overlooking the front and side of the property. From the Landing, directly ahead, can then be accessed Bedroom 4: 3.57m x 3.02m (11 9 x 9 11 ) through an internal door on the right, also featuring exposed floorboards and overlooking the rear of the property Bedroom 4 is currently used as a dedicated study but would comfortably accommodate a double bed, or be ideal for use as a children s bedroom, nursery or dressing room if required.The Master Bedroom: 5.01m x 4.16m (16 5 x 13 8 ) is the largest of the four bedrooms. With dual aspect views out to the side garden and front of the property, the room features exposed floorboards plus 2 integral wardrobes with traditional wood panel doors and cast iron handles.EXTERIORTo the front of the property there is a block paved driveway providing parking for a number of vehicles. A gateway from here provides access to a lawned garden with a selection of mature trees, well stocked herbaceous borders and shrubbery. From the gardens, there are lovely views towards the house and the surrounding countryside.Adjoining the garden is a paddock area extending to approximately 0.43 acres. This is bordered to one side by a small brook, whilst vehicular access can be gained via a gateway off Bull Gap Lane or from the yard area adjoining the Barn.Set away from the house is a galvanised steel, portal frame Barn: (44 4 X 23 11 ) which has been built to a high specification and comprises three bays with sliding doors for vehicular access. The Barn is used by the current owners as business premises - benefitting from electricity and water, but would also be suitable for a variety of uses such as garaging, storage and as a workshop, or for conversion into holiday accommodation (STP). Adjoining the building is a concrete yard area.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe property benefits from oil fired central heating, with a new combi boiler (fitted 2020)Fibre Broadband available - supplied by BTWater is sub-metered from a neighbouring Farm.EPC Coming SoonDISCLAIMERThese particulars are intended to give a fair description of the property but their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not constitute an offer of contract. Intending purchasers must rely on their own inspection of the property. None of the above appliances/services have been tested by eSale. We recommend purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check all appliances/services before making any legal commitment.The description embedded within the advert is the property of Esale UK and is not free to be used or copied for any other personal, commercial or advertisement purpose.