Main Street, Church Broughton

Situated in the heart of the charming village of Church Broughton, Post Office Cottage is a delightful three-bedroom semi-detached home brimming with character and charm. The property is sold with the benefit of oil-fired central heating, a single detached garage and driveway, providing ample parking. This former Post Office has been lovingly maintained, showcasing original features that blend with modern comforts. Located in the highly sought-after 'Golden Triangle' of Ashbourne, the property offers a countryside lifestyle with the convenience of nearby towns such as Ashbourne, Burton, Uttoxeter, and Derby just a short drive away. The village itself boasts a welcoming community atmosphere, with a popular local pub and a well-regarded primary school within easy walking distance. Surrounded by stunning countryside, Post Office Cottage is perfect for those who enjoy scenic walks and semi-rural living, but still within easy reach of amenities.

Entering into the lobby area, it has quarry tile flooring with a door leading into the dining room. The dining room has a continuation of the quarry tile flooring with charming exposed beams with wooden double glazed sash windows to front with an opening leading to the kitchen and utility room with a door into the sitting room.

The kitchen continues the quarry tile flooring and features granite countertops, complemented by an inset ceramic Belfast sink with a chrome mixer tap, adjacent drainer, and tiled splashback. The space is well-equipped with a range of cupboards and drawers, along with space and plumbing for a dishwasher. It includes a freestanding Belling range cooker with a five-ring electric hob, plus an additional four-ring Neff electric hob, all enhanced by matching wall-mounted cupboards. The kitchen benefits from dual-aspect lighting, with a wooden window to the side and a wooden double-glazed sash window at the front. A wooden door leads directly into the utility room.

The quarry tile flooring extends into the utility room, which benefits from an understairs storage cupboard / pantry. The room is fitted with rolled-edge preparation surfaces, an inset stainless steel sink with an adjacent drainer, and a tiled splashback surround. There is appliance space and plumbing for a washing machine and other white goods, complemented by a Worcester oil-fired boiler. Wall-mounted cupboards provide additional storage, and there is a wooden stable door that opens to the side. A separate door leads to the guest cloakroom, which features a wash basin with a tiled splashback, and a low-level WC.

Moving into the sitting room, it has solid oak flooring and charming exposed beams. The focal point of the room is a brick fireplace with an oak lintel and an inset log burner, perfect for cosy evenings. Doors lead off to the staircase, providing access to the first floor, and a separate door leads into the study/playroom. The study/playroom features tiled flooring, practical built-in storage cupboards, and French wooden doors that open out to the rear garden.

On the first-floor landing, doors lead to the bedrooms and bathroom, with the added benefit of a convenient space ideal for use as a study area.

The master bedroom includes a feature cast iron fireplace with a tiled hearth and double-glazed wooden sash windows at the front. An opening leads to the dressing area, which offers built-in wardrobes and cupboards for storage. From here, you enter the ensuite, featuring a wash basin with a chrome mixer tap and tiled splashback, a low-level WC, and a shower unit with a rainfall shower head. Additional features include a chrome heated towel rail, an electric shaver point, an extractor fan, and a built-in cupboard.

The second bedroom is a good sized double with double glazed wooden sash window to the front. The third bedroom is a good sized single, which as loft hatch access and useful built-in wardrobes and storage cupboard.

The beautifully appointed family bathroom features a wash hand basin with a chrome mixer tap and tiled splashback, along with vanity base cupboards for added storage. It includes a low-level WC, a modern roll-top bath with a chrome mixer tap and handheld shower head, as well as a spacious double shower unit with a chrome mains shower and rainfall shower head. Additional features include an electric extractor fan, a chrome ladder-style heated towel rail, and a loft hatch access.

To the side of the property, a large gravel driveway offers ample off-street parking and leads to a single detached garage with wooden doors, complete with power and lighting. At the rear, a patio seating area provides a perfect spot for outdoor relaxation and entertaining, which then leads to a raised lawn bordered by trellising and herbaceous plants and flowers.

To view this beautifully presented home, please contact John German Ashbourne office.

Tenure: Freehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).
Please note: It is quite common for some properties to have a Ring doorbell and internal recording devices.
Property construction: Standard
Parking: Drive & garage
Electricity supply: Mains
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Oil
(Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability).
Broadband type: Fibre - See Ofcom link for speed:
Mobile signal/coverage: See Ofcom link
Local Authority/Tax Band: South Derbyshire District Council / Tax Band D
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Our Ref: JGA/02102024

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