Sydnope Hill, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4

Enjoying the rare merits provided by this distinctive country house conversion which offers extensive formal grounds and a magnificent countryside setting, this well appointed three bedroom apartment provides quality and style throughout. The apartment is generously proportioned and complemented by truly delightful gardens and grounds all maintained for the benefit of the residents. Panoramic views reach across adjacent pasture, to the countryside which flanks the Derwent Valley running south. On a practical note, there are the added benefits of resident and visitor parking, together with a private single garage and small storage room.

Sydnope Hall was developed and extended by the Darwin family through the mid 19th century, which also led to the laying out of the superb formal gardens. The building stands well back from the main thoroughfare, accessed by a tree lined driveway affording privacy for the occupiers, to offer a collection of distinctive homes

There are a wide range of local shops and facilities within Two Dales and Darley Dale around one mile away and the attractions of the Derbyshire Dales and Peak District countryside are on the doorstep. Good road communications link to the neighbouring market towns of Matlock, Bakewell and Chesterfield, and the cities of Sheffield, Derby and Nottingham are all within daily commuting distance.

ACCOMMODATION
At ground floor level a communal door shared between no. 12 and 12a opens to the stairway. Apartment 12 is located on the first floor where a door leads off the landing to a reception hallway from where the style and elegance of the apartment is immediately evident. The hallway features deep corniced mouldings and dado rails, a multi-paned sash window overlooking the front courtyard and the hall extends to provide access to the principal accommodation.

Bedroom 3 - 4.33m x 2.90m (14' 2" x 6' 6") a versatile double bedroom with secondary glazed multi-paned window.

Bath & shower room- 3.13m x 2.70m (10' 3" x 8' 10") recently refitted with a four piece white suite to include a wash hand basin with storage beneath, low flush WC and freestanding bath. There is a separate walk-in shower cubicle, double doors opening to a linen store and wood effect tiled floor.

Master bedroom 1 - 5.15m x 3.13m (16' 11" x 10' 3") a good double bedroom with views across the neighbouring rooftops to the fields above Ladygrove and to the far hills of Bonsall Moor in the south. There are built-in wardrobes and an...

Ensuite shower room - with broad corner shower cubicle, low flush WC and contemporary wash basin with storage beneath. Wood effect tiled floor, secondary glazed window.

Bedroom 2 - 3.31m x 2.93m (10' 10" x 9' 7") a double room with sash window overlooking the courtyard gardens and with a good range of built in wardrobes and storage.

Breakfast kitchen - 4.27m x 3.13m (14' x 10' 3") fitted with a range of modern cupboards and drawers, work surfaces and a 1½ bowl pot sink. There is an integral extractor canopy above a induction hob, eye level oven and grill, integral fridge. There is ample space for a breakfast table and the room enjoys excellent natural light and views through the south and west elevations.

Utility area - 1.56m x 1.55m (5' 1" x 5' 1") with built-in storage cupboards, one with plumbing for an automatic washing machine.

Sitting room - 6.60m x 4.12m (21' 8" x 13' 6") a formal room of elegant proportion with decorative coved mouldings, combination ceiling and wall light points, dado rails and as a focal point to the room a fireplace with grey slate hearth and marbled resin surround. Windows overlook the Hall's formal gardens and to the woods beyond Ladygrove Brook.

Dining room - 4.76m x 4.37m (15' 7" x 14' 4") offering versatility either for formal dining, home studio or study. There is a good range of built-in cupboards, secondary glazed windows to both front and rear, dado rails, corniced ceiling and access to the roof void.

OUTSIDE
There is access and use of extensive communal gardens, which include formal and less formal areas together with notable architectural and landscaped features. To the front there is a spacious courtyard with ample parking for homeowners and visitors. The apartment also has the benefit of a single garage, with a boarded loft to provide useful storage. There is a private storage cupboard in the lobby of the apartment, and a second secure store within the common hall.

TENURE - Leasehold. Held on a 999 year lease from April 1991, with a ground rent of £10 per annum. A service charge of £430 per calendar month covers building insurance, water rates, maintenance of common parts and the grounds and other communal costs and is paid to the management company, Sydnope Hall Apartments Limited. Each owner has a share in this management company.

SERVICES - Mains electricity is available to the property; the service being recently overhauled with the installation of modern electric heating. Water is from a private supply through the management company and similarly drainage is to a private treatment plant maintained under the service charge. No specific test has been made on the services or their distribution.

EPC RATING - Not required as the building is Grade II listed

COUNCIL TAX - Band F

FIXTURES & FITTINGS - Only the fixtures and fittings mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. Certain other items may be taken at valuation if required. No specific test has been made on any appliance either included or available by negotiation.

DIRECTIONS - From Matlock take the A6 north to Darley Dale, turning right opposite the Co-Op store onto Chesterfield Road. From Chesterfield Road continue through the village before rising up Sydnope Hill. As the road levels out, after passing Sydnope Farm on the right, and a bend in the road, locate the driveway to Sydnope Hall on the right hand side. For viewing, take the driveway along the Lime Avenue, follow the one way signs at the end and into the communal car park area.

VIEWING - Strictly by prior arrangement with the Matlock office .

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