Friday, 29 August 2014

New Property For Sale Knott House, Shaws Hill, Alderwasley, Belper DE56 2RF

New Property For Sale Knott House, Shaws Hill, Alderwasley, Belper DE56 2RF


NEW property for sale, barn conversion for sale, properties in Belper
Knott House, Shaws Hill, Alderwasley, Belper DE56 2RF

Grant's of Derbyshire are delighted to offer this substantial, two double bedroom barn conversion which has been presented to the highest order throughout. Occupying a plot of approximately 0.4 of an acre and enjoying unrivalled views of the surrounding countryside, this home maintains a wealth of character whilst enjoying a high standard of modern fittings such as underfloor heating. Knott House was converted in the year 2000 and has been furnished with oak doors, panelling, skirting and architraves. It has an extensive block paved drive which leads to a double garage and useful workshop which was formerly a dairy barn. Sitting in a plot of approximately 0.4 of an acre, there is a substantial vegetable plot and garden/paddock with stunning views of the surrounding countryside. We would recommend an early inspection to appreciate the quality of accommodation on offer.

Village Life
Alderwasley is a parish that straddles the hills between Wirksworth and Belper. Set in this idyllic countryside is The Bear Inn Hotel and Restaurant which is worth a visit for home cooked food or a drink with superb views.

Nearest Towns to Properties For Sale in Belper

• Ashbourne, just 9 miles or 20 minutes by car.  Georgian in architecture, the town is famous for its antique shops and as an access route to the beautiful Dovedale, Beresford Dale, Ilam, Tissington village etc. The town features an independent department store, lots of independent shops, bars and some nice eateries.  It also has a Waitrose with a handy delivery service.
• Belper, a 15 minute drive to a range of local independent and larger ‘chain’ stores, also featuring some good eateries. There are two supermarkets, a train and bus station.   The small and entirely independent Ritz cinema is long established. 
• Wirskworth, a 3 mile drive to a range of independent shops, antique stores, tea rooms, Le Mistral bistro and a range of public houses.  Again, Wirksworth now boasts ‘Northern Lights’, an independent cinema with retro style tapas bar.
Nearest Cities
Derby is the UK’s most central city – just 14 miles fromAlderwasley.  In the town centre, there are a number of independent boutiques, the relatively new Westfield shopping centre and The Derby Quad which consists of a gallery, cinema and cafe.   The City has a number and diversity of restaurants and bars and has three museums, the Derby Museum and Art Gallery, The Silk Mill and Pickford’s House Museum.  The train station is a hub for connections to all major cities
Nottingham’s busy city centre, approximately 40 minutes by car, is surprisingly burgeoning.  Bigger than Sheffield City centre, with some stunning architecture, it boasts a range of independent and national chain stores but also features designer stores such as Flannels, Boss and Paul Smith.   John Lewis along with most of the major chains can be found here.  The Royal Theatre is in the city centre along with the capital FM Arena. The historical side of Nottingham has the Galleries of Justice Museum, New Art Exchange (contemporary and diverse art), Nottingham Castle, Wollaton Park and many other attractions.
 Sheffield – Dore Station, 50 minutes, free parking and a 7 minute ride to the town centre.  In population terms, Sheffield is the UK’s 3rd city, but it has more trees per capita and more parks than any other city in Europe.  Town centre shopping includes John Lewis, the Graves Art Gallery and the usual range of chains.  If you enjoy shopping indoors, the out of town, industrial East End based Meadowhall, is huge and contains most chain stores and a plethora of eateries.  However, the Sheffield we love is the South West, surrounding large teaching hospitals and two major Universities.   It boasts the Ecclesall Road, a bohemian, independent and designer filled road full of eateries and bars along with a large Waitrose and M&S Simply Food just a stone’s throw away.  The South West suburbs are amongst the wealthiest in the UK with the delights of the Peak Park on the doorstep (a third of Sheffield lies within the Peak Park).
Travel by Train Times
Derby Sheffield

31 Minutes
Derby Nottingham

23 Minutes
Derby London (St Pancras)
1.5 hours approx.
                               
Schooling                           
Nearest Independent Schools
• Derby Grammar School - Rykneld Hall, Rykneld Road, Littleover, Derby DE23 4BX
Mixed sexes Junior 3-6 senior 7-11 and sixth form years 12 and 13

• Repton School -Repton, Derby DE65 6FH
Mixed sexes ages 3 – 18

• Derby High - Hillsway, Littleover, Derby DE23 3DT
Mixes sexes junior 3-11 senior just girls 11-16 and sixth form just girls 16-18

State Schools
·         Ambergate Primary School  co-ed 4-11
·         Wirksworth Infant and Wirksworth Junior School co-ed 4-11
·         Crich Infant and Crich Junior School co-ed 4-11
·          Anthony Gell - Secondary School co-ed with sixth form
·         Belper School and Sixth Form Centre co-ed 11-19
Cultural Activities
Chatsworth House 35 minute drive.......  Haddon Hall 25 minute drive.......... Buxton and its Opera House 45 minute drive.......... Royal Theatre Nottingham 45 minute drive..... Derby Museum & Art Gallery 35 minute drive....... Sheffield theatres, cinemas, galleries and museums 1 hour drive (to town centre)

We try to make our information as helpful and accurate as possible, but we’re not always perfect!  Please let us know of any updates/amendments and we’ll make sure we incorporate them next time.  Thank you

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Thursday, 7 August 2014

New property for sale £650,000 Grant's Homes of Distinction Twin Pines, Wirksworth Road, Idridgehay, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 2SB

New property for sale £650,000 Grant's Homes of Distinction Twin Pines, Wirksworth Road, Idridgehay, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 2SB


3 Bedroom bungalow, homes of distinction, detached property, lovely views
Twin Pines, Wirksworth Road, Idridgehay, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2SB
A 1960s property of brick construction, with an existing annexe/holiday let and the further potential for conversion of existing space on the first and basement floors to create a truly impressive property in this beautiful spot, overlooking the stunning Ecclesbourne Valley.

BESPOKE LIFESTYLE INFORMATION – IDRIDGEHAY

Village Life
Idridgehay, once an entirely working farming village, is today a desirable village, only 11 miles from Derby.   Part of the village is designated a ‘conservation area’, containing most of the older stone built houses.  A local shop sells general provisions, whilst pretty much everything can be found in Wirksworth, just 3 miles away.
· Ashbourne, just 9 miles or 20 minutes by car.  Georgian in architecture and very civilised!  The town is famous for its antique shops and as an access route to the beautiful Dovedale, Beresford Dale etc. It features an independent department store, lots of independent shops, bars and some nice eateries.  It also has a Waitrose with a handy delivery service.
• Belper, a 10 minute drive to a range of local independent and larger ‘chain’ stores, also featuring some good eateries. There are two supermarkets, a train and bus station.   The small and entirely independent Ritz cinema is long established. 
• Wirskworth, a 4 mile drive to a range of independent shops, antique stores, tea rooms, Le Mistral bistro and a range of public houses.  Again, Wirksworth now boasts ‘Northern Lights’, an entirely independent cinema with retro style tapas bar.
Nearest Cities
Derby is the UK’s most central city – just 11 miles from Idridgehay.  In the town centre, there are a number of independent boutiques, the relatively new Westfield shopping centre and The Derby Quad which consists of a gallery, cinema and cafe.   The City has a number and diversity of restaurants and bars and has three museums, the Derby Museum and Art Gallery, The Silk Mill and Pickford’s House Museum.  The train station is a hub for connections to all major cities
Nottingham’s busy city centre, approximately 45 minutes by car, is surprisingly burgeoning.  Bigger than Sheffield City centre, with some stunning architecture, it boasts a range of independent and national chain stores but also features designer stores such as Flannels, Boss and Paul Smith.   John Lewis along with most of the major chains can be found here.  The Royal Theatre is in the city centre along with the capital FM Arena. The historical side of Nottingham has the Galleries of Justice Museum, New Art Exchange (contemporary and diverse art), Nottingham Castle, Wollaton Park and many other attractions.
 Sheffield – Dore Station, 53 minutes, free parking and a 7 minute ride to the town centre.  In population terms, Sheffield is the UK’s 3rd city, but it has more trees per capita and more parks than any other city in Europe.  Town centre shopping includes John Lewis, the Graves Art Gallery and the usual range of chains.  If you enjoy shopping indoors, the out of town, industrial East End based Meadowhall, is huge and contains most chain stores and a plethora of eateries.  However, the Sheffield we love is the South West, surrounding large teaching hospitals and two major Universities.   It boasts the Ecclesall Road, a bohemian, independent and designer filled road full of eateries and bars along with a large Waitrose and M&S Simply Food just a stone’s throw away.  The South West suburbs are amongst the wealthiest in the UK with the delights of the Peak Park on the doorstep (a third of Sheffield lies within the Peak Park).
Travel by Train Times
Derby Sheffield

31 Minutes
Derby Nottingham

23 Minutes
Derby London (St Pancras)
1.5 hours approx.
                               
Schooling                           
Nearest Independent Schools
• Derby Grammar School - Rykneld Hall, Rykneld Road, Littleover, Derby DE23 4BX
Mixed sexes Junior 3-6 senior 7-11 and sixth form years 12 and 13

• Repton School -Repton, Derby DE65 6FH
Mixed sexes ages 3 – 18

• Derby High - Hillsway, Littleover, Derby DE23 3DT
Mixes sexes junior 3-11 senior just girls 11-16 and sixth form just girls 16-18

Catchment State Schools –

·         Kirk Ireton CofE Primary 4-11 co-ed
·         Turnditch Primary 4-11 co –ed
·         Hulland CofE Primary 4-11 co-ed

• Belper School – Secondary 11-18 co-ed with sixth form
• Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School – Secondary School co-ed with sixth form
• Anthony Gell - Secondary School co-ed with sixth form
Cultural Activities
Chatsworth House 35 minute drive.......  Haddon Hall 25 minute drive.......... Buxton and its Opera House 45 minute drive.......... Royal Theatre Nottingham 45 minute drive..... Derby Museum & Art Gallery 35 minute drive....... Sheffield theatres, cinemas, galleries and museums 1 hour drive (to town centre)
We try to make our information as helpful and accurate as possible, but we’re not always perfect!  Please let us know of any updates/amendments and we’ll make sure we incorporate them next time.  Thank you!

New Homes of Distinction Property FOR SALE £650,000 Sitch Farm, Sitch Lane, Kirk Ireton, Derbyshire DE6 3JY

New Homes of Distinction Property FOR SALE £650,000 Sitch Farm, Sitch Lane, Kirk Ireton, Derbyshire DE6 3JY

Sitch Farm in a sentence:  Set in a small and friendly community close to a range of facilities, this period three storey sandstone farmhouse provides space, history, potential, style and glamour in heaps!

Farm house for sale, property for sale in Ashbourne, property for sale in Kirk Ireton
Sitch Farm, Sitch Lane, Kirk Ireton, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 3JY

Bespoke Village Lifestyle – Kirk Ireton
Kirk Ireton is a charming little hillside village. Away from main roads it is a peaceful place, there are some beautiful views across picturesque countryside. The very fine Holy Trinity church dates back to Norman times. The oldest and most interesting building is the Barley Mow, a tall gabled inn, one of the few that has remained virtually unchanged over the centuries. Kirk Ireton remains what it has always been, an agricultural village.
The village still celebrates a Wakes week, which starts on Trinity Sunday, the church's patronal festival. A procession of villagers is led by a local brass band, from the Barley Mow pub to the church for thanksgiving.
•Ashbourne, just 7 miles and 20 minutes by car.  Georgian in architecture, the town is famous for its antique shops and as an access route to the beautiful Dovedale, Beresford Dale, Ilam, Tissington village etc. The town features an independent department store, lots of independent shops, bars and some nice eateries.  It also has a Waitrose with a handy delivery service.
• Belper, a 20 minute drive to a range of local independent and larger ‘chain’ stores, also featuring some good eateries. There are two supermarkets, a train and bus station.   The small and entirely independent Ritz cinema is long established. 
• Wirskworth, a 3 mile drive to a range of independent shops, antique stores, tea rooms, Le Mistral bistro and a range of public houses.  Again, Wirksworth now boasts ‘Northern Lights’, an independent cinema with retro style tapas bar.
Nearest Cities
Derby is the UK’s most central city – just 12 miles from Kirk Ireton. In the town centre, there are a number of independent boutiques, the relatively new Westfield shopping centre and The Derby Quad which consists of a gallery, cinema and cafe.   The City has a number and diversity of restaurants and bars and has three museums, the Derby Museum and Art Gallery, The Silk Mill and Pickford’s House Museum.  The train station is a hub for connections to all major cities
Nottingham’s busy city centre, approximately 45 minutes by car, is surprisingly burgeoning.  Bigger than Sheffield City centre, with some stunning architecture, it boasts a range of independent and national chain stores but also features designer stores such as Flannels, Boss and Paul Smith.   John Lewis along with most of the major chains can be found here.  The Royal Theatre is in the city centre along with the capital FM Arena. The historical side of Nottingham has the Galleries of Justice Museum, New Art Exchange (contemporary and diverse art), Nottingham Castle, Wollaton Park and many other attractions.
 Sheffield – Dore Station, 53 minutes, free parking and a 7 minute ride to the town centre.  In population terms, Sheffield is the UK’s 3rd city, but it has more trees per capita and more parks than any other city in Europe.  Town centre shopping includes John Lewis, the Graves Art Gallery and the usual range of chains.  If you enjoy shopping indoors, the out of town, industrial East End based Meadowhall, is huge and contains most chain stores and a plethora of eateries.  However, the Sheffield we love is the South West, surrounding large teaching hospitals and two major Universities.   It boasts the Ecclesall Road, a bohemian, independent and designer filled road full of eateries and bars along with a large Waitrose and M&S Simply Food just a stone’s throw away.  The South West suburbs are amongst the wealthiest in the UK with the delights of the Peak Park on the doorstep (a third of Sheffield lies within the Peak Park).
Travel by Train Times
Chesterfield Sheffield

14 Minutes
Derby Nottingham

23 Minutes
Derby London (St Pancras)
1.5 hours approx.
                               
Schooling                           
Nearest Independent Schools
• Derby Grammar School - Rykneld Hall, Rykneld Road, Littleover, Derby DE23 4BX
Co-ed Junior 3-6 senior 7-11 and sixth form years 12 and 13

• Repton School -Repton, Derby DE65 6FH
Co-ed ages 3 – 18

• Derby High - Hillsway, Littleover, Derby DE23 3DT
All Girl School  3-11 senior All Girl School 11-16 and sixth form 16-18

State Schools
·         Turnditch Primary CofE co-ed 4 – 11
·         Kirk Ireton Primary CofE co-ed 4-11
·         Ecclesbourne School – Secondary School co-ed with sixth form
·         Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School – Secondary School co-ed with sixth form
·         Anthony Gell - Secondary School co-ed with sixth form

Cultural Activities
Chatsworth House 35 minute drive.......  Haddon Hall 25 minute drive.......... Buxton and its Opera House 45 minute drive.......... Royal Theatre Nottingham 45 minute drive..... Derby Museum & Art Gallery 35 minute drive....... Sheffield theatres, cinemas, galleries and museums 1 hour drive (to town centre)


We try to make our information as helpful and accurate as possible, but we’re not always perfect!  Please let us know of any updates/amendments and we’ll make sure we incorporate them next time.  Thank you!

Tuesday, 5 August 2014

New Property For Sale Highfields, Shelford Lane, Lea, Matlock Derbyshire DE4 5GN £499,950

New Property For Sale Highfields, Shelford Lane, Lea, Matlock Derbyshire DE4 5GN £499,950

Grant's Homes of Distinction are proud to present a NEW PROPERTY FOR SALE in a beautiful rural setting.

This beautiful 4 bedroom, detached home was originally a small bungalow but in the last 4 years has been entirely redesigned, significantly extended and luxuriously appointed by the current owners.


Homes of distinction, property for sale in Matlock
Highfields, Shelford Lane, Lea, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5GN

Nearest Towns to properties for sale in Matlock

Matlock is a town full of independent antique shops and larger chain stores. There a few cafes, bars and restaurant in the town center. Matlock park is also very popular with families. 
• Belper, a 20 minute drive to a range of local independent and larger ‘chain’ stores, also featuring some good eateries. There are two supermarkets, a train and bus station.   The small and entirely independent Ritz cinema is long established. 
• Wirskworth, a 4 mile drive to a range of independent shops, antique stores, tea rooms, Le Mistral bistro and a range of public houses.  Again, Wirksworth now boasts ‘Northern Lights’, an entirely independent cinema with retro style tapas bar.
Nearest Cities
Derby is the UK’s most central city.  In the town centre, there are a number of independent boutiques, the relatively new Westfield shopping centre and The Derby Quad which consists of a gallery, cinema and cafe.   The City has a number and diversity of restaurants and bars and has three museums, the Derby Museum and Art Gallery, The Silk Mill and Pickford’s House Museum.  The train station is a hub for connections to all major cities
Chesterfield is just a 15 minute drive to the market town with the ‘crooked spire’ there are chain stores, independent shops and a very popular market. The city has a cinema, bars and restaurants. Renishaw Hall and Gardens provides an excellent day out. With hall, garden and vineyard tours on offer, there is plenty to see and do. Chesterfield boats a theatre and museum. The link to the Sheffield by train is frequent and very quick.
 Sheffield – Free parking and a 7 minute ride to the town centre.  In population terms, Sheffield is the UK’s 3rd city, but it has more trees per capita and more parks than any other city in Europe.  Town centre shopping includes John Lewis, the Graves Art Gallery and the usual range of chains.  If you enjoy shopping indoors, the out of town, industrial East End based Meadowhall, is huge and contains most chain stores and a plethora of eateries.  However, the Sheffield we love is the South West, surrounding large teaching hospitals and two major Universities.   It boasts the Ecclesall Road, a bohemian, independent and designer filled road full of eateries and bars along with a large Waitrose and M&S Simply Food just a stone’s throw away.  The South West suburbs are amongst the wealthiest in the UK with the delights of the Peak Park on the doorstep (a third of Sheffield lies within the Peak Park).




Travel by Train Times
Chesterfield to Sheffield

14 Minutes
Derby Nottingham

23 Minutes
Derby London (St Pancras)
1.5 hours approx.
                               
Schooling                           
Highfields Secondary School - Matlock
Co-ed 11 -18
S Anselm’s School- Bakewell
Co –ed Nursery – 13
Lady Manners – Bakewell
Co-ed 11 – 18
Cultural Activities
Chatsworth House 20 minute drive.......  Haddon Hall 15 minute drive.......... Buxton and its Opera House 30 minute drive.......... Royal Theatre Nottingham 45 minute drive..... Derby Museum & Art Gallery 25 minute drive....... Sheffield theatres, cinemas, galleries and museums 1 hour drive (to town centre)

We try to make our information as helpful and accurate as possible, but we’re not always perfect!  Please let us know of any updates/amendments and we’ll make sure we incorporate them next time.  Thank you!

Saturday, 2 August 2014

New Property For Sale £249,995 3 Hillcrest, Crich, Matlock Derbyshire DE4 5DH

New Property For Sale £249,995 3 Hillcrest, Crich, Matlock Derbyshire DE4 5DH


4 Bedroom for sale crich matlock derbyshire de4 5dh
3 Hilcrest Crich, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5DH

Located a short distance from the centre of Crich and enjoying a quiet location within a cul de sac, Grant's of Derbyshire are pleased to offer For Sale this spacious, Four Bedroom Detached home which benefits from gas central heating, uPVC double glazing and enjoys superb panoramic views from the front aspect.. The accommodation comprises; entrance hall, utility/study, guest's cloakroom with WC, Lounge/Diner, Dining Kitchen and to the first floor there are four bedrooms, ensuite shower room to the master and a family bathroom. There are low maintenance gardens to front and rear, driveway and single garage. No Upward Chain.

Lifestyle Information – Crich

Crich is a Derbyshire village full of character located on the outskirts of the Peak District National Park, ten miles north east of the City of Derby. It is within the Borough of Amber Valley.
The famed Derbyshire view point of Crich Stand overlooks the National Tramway Museum. The popular T.V. medical drama "Peak Practice" used Crich for many years as the fictional village of Cardale.

Nearest Towns to Properties For Sale in Crich 


·         Belper, a 15 minute drive to a range of local independent and larger ‘chain’ stores, also featuring some good eateries. There are two supermarkets, a train and bus station.   The small and entirely independent Ritz cinema is long established.

·         Matlock is a former spa town situated at a sharp bend in the River Derwent, where it turns south to carve its way through the ridge of limestone. There are some independent, chain stores and coffe shops  surrounded by some charming antique shops

·         Wirskworth, a 5 mile drive to a range of independent shops, antique stores, tea rooms, Le Mistral bistro and a range of public houses.  Again, Wirksworth now boasts ‘Northern Lights’, an independent cinema with retro style tapas bar.

Nearest Cities
Derby is the UK’s most central city – just 12 miles from Crich. In the town centre, there are a number of independent boutiques, the relatively new Westfield shopping centre and The Derby Quad which consists of a gallery, cinema and cafe.   The City has a number and diversity of restaurants and bars and has three museums, the Derby Museum and Art Gallery, The Silk Mill and Pickford’s House Museum.  The train station is a hub for connections to all major cities
Nottingham’s busy city centre, approximately 35 minutes by car, is surprisingly burgeoning.  Bigger than Sheffield City centre, with some stunning architecture, it boasts a range of independent and national chain stores but also features designer stores such as Flannels, Boss and Paul Smith.   John Lewis along with most of the major chains can be found here.  The Royal Theatre is in the city centre along with the capital FM Arena. The historical side of Nottingham has the Galleries of Justice Museum, New Art Exchange (contemporary and diverse art), Nottingham Castle, Wollaton Park and many other attractions.


Sheffield – Dore Station, 25 miles, free parking and a 7 minute ride to the town centre.  In population terms, Sheffield is the UK’s 3rd city, but it has more trees per capita and more parks than any other city in Europe.  Town centre shopping includes John Lewis, the Graves Art Gallery and the usual range of chains.  If you enjoy shopping indoors, the out of town, industrial East End based Meadowhall, is huge and contains most chain stores and a plethora of eateries.  However, the Sheffield we love is the South West, surrounding large teaching hospitals and two major Universities.   It boasts the Ecclesall Road, a bohemian, independent and designer filled road full of eateries and bars along with a large Waitrose and M&S Simply Food just a stone’s throw away.  The South West suburbs are amongst the wealthiest in the UK with the delights of the Peak Park on the doorstep (a third of Sheffield lies within the Peak Park).
Travel by Train Times
Derby Sheffield

31 Minutes
Derby Nottingham

23 Minutes
Derby London (St Pancras)
1.5 hours approx.
                               
Schooling                           
Nearest Independent Schools
• Derby Grammar School - Rykneld Hall, Rykneld Road, Littleover, Derby DE23 4BX
Co-ed Junior 3-6 senior 7-11 and sixth form years 12 and 13

• Repton School -Repton, Derby DE65 6FH
Co-ed ages 3 – 18

• Derby High - Hillsway, Littleover, Derby DE23 3DT
Co-ed  3-11 senior All Girl School 11-16 and sixth form 16-18

State Schools
·         Crich CofE Infant School  co-ed 4-6
·         Crich Junior – Ouststanding OFSTED Rating co-ed 6-7
·         Alfreton Grange Art College co-ed 11-19
Cultural Activities
Chatsworth House 35 minute drive.......  Haddon Hall 25 minute drive.......... Buxton and its Opera House 45 minute drive.......... Royal Theatre Nottingham 35 minute drive..... Derby Museum & Art Gallery 35 minute drive....... Sheffield theatres, cinemas, galleries and museums 1 hour drive (to town centre)

Local Activities
There are a number of activities for adults and children in the village including scouts, brass band, football pitch, rugby club at Matlock, canoeing Matlock bath, Lea Green run outdoor pursuits, holiday clubs, mountain biking and orienteering at weekends. The Glebe centre offers table tennis every Tuesday and fencing.