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Ash Lea Farm Cover.indd 4 12/03/2019 14:32 Set within approaching 10 acre grounds, commanding stunning far reaching views; a detached farmhouse with adjoining annex, boasting an idyllic rural location yet positioned within a short drive of the M1 motorway and surrounding commercial centres.

A delightful property ideal for those with an equestrian interest; offering spacious versatile accommodation with retained period features, tucked away in a little known private hamlet, enjoying a position directly overlooking the grounds and adjoining countryside beyond. The grounds include fenced off paddocks, an outdoor arena and gardens whilst boasting stables, two barns, a courtyard and an oversized double garage.

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 1 12/03/2019 14:30 Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 2 12/03/2019 14:30 We’ve been so happy here for the past thirty-two years, but we don’t want to get to the stage that we can’t look after it properly anymore, so we’ve decided that the time is right to downsize,” says John. “It’s a wonderful place to live whether you like horses or not.”

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 3 12/03/2019 14:30 Ground Floor An entrance porch to the front aspect of the property opens to the living room which offers generous proportions and immediately displays original retained period features including exposed timbers and an impressive recessed inglenook fireplace with feature stone surround which is home to a wood burning stove that sits on a flagged hearth. This room has windows to the front aspect, a staircase to the first level and provides access through to the living / dining kitchen. This room is split into two sections, a morning / snug area to one aspect with a window overlooking adjoining countryside. The kitchen is presented with traditionally styled furniture with a white granite effect composite work surface that incorporates a drainer and has an inset sink. Windows overlook the farmyard and adjoining land whilst commanding stunning long distance views in the distance beyond. The room has a complement of appliances which includes an integral oven and grill with microwave, oven, hob, extractor, fridge, dishwasher and a Quooker tap. The dining room displays features including an exposed Yorkshire Stone flagged floor, original stonework to the expanse of one wall, timbers to the ceiling whilst a stone fireplace to the chimneybreast houses a dog grate fire. A generously proportioned boot room / utility has an exposed ceiling with exposed timbers. This useful room presents a place for boots and outdoor clothing, has plumbing for an automatic washing machine, houses the boiler and has wooden furniture and a worksurface with an inset Belfast pot sink. There is an enclosed cloaks room presented with a two piece suite whilst a staircase rises to the kitchen with an external door opening onto the terrace.

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This outstanding equestrian property enjoys a very peaceful and picturesque location in the glorious Derbyshire countryside. “I was most definitely a townie before we moved here thirty-two years ago, but it’s such a lovely spot that I’ve been well and truly converted,” says John. “I remember coming down the track for the very first time and being shocked by just how far I could see across virtually nothing but the most beautiful rolling countryside; and with Hardwick Hall being about a mile away and Castle about five miles away, there are fine views of both from the property … it’s totally idyllic. And the house for me is a lovely home. It’s very quirky, some bits aren’t quite straight – but that’s the charm of a period home – and the walls are thick so it’s cosy and warm in winter and cool in summer.”

“For me it was also the location that drew me to the property, but for slightly different reasons,” says Val. “I wanted land and stables for my horses, but in a place that would still be relatively convenient for getting to work, and here we’re just three miles from the M1, so that box was ticked, and we’ve been able to buy an additional six acres of land and install some excellent equestrian facilities so I’ve been able to fully indulge my passion for horses.”

“The house itself is a very attractive traditional farmhouse, and as my husband said, it has such character and charm,” says Val. “All of the rooms are large and flow into one another so the layout is great for both day-to-day life and entertaining, and no matter which window you look out of the view is absolutely stunning.” “We’ve done bits and pieces to improve the property during our time here,” says John, “including adding a large extension that increased the size of the dining room and gave us a big master bedroom upstairs, but there’s scope for the new owners to come in and really put their stamp on the place.”

“Outside we have around nine acres divided into paddocks, and as well as keeping the horses out there we’ve also allowed a local farmer to graze his sheep, so the land is in excellent condition,” continues Val. “We’ve added an oversized menage, a couple of barns and when the house was extended we created a super tack room. Everything you might need for keeping horses is here.” “We also have a beautiful garden, with a couple of fish ponds, a rose garden, a cottage garden and a little orchard,” says John. “It’s all very peaceful and private and a lovely place to just put your feet up.”

“It’s hard to pick just one,” says Val. “The sitting room is a lovely place to sit by the fire when it’s cold and miserable outside, and the dining room, which has another big open fire, is perfect for cosy suppers with friend… I suppose each room has its own unique character and charm.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verifica- tion and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 6 12/03/2019 14:30 Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 7 12/03/2019 14:30 Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 8 12/03/2019 14:30 First Floor To the first floor the landing has old pitch pine exposed floorboards and gives access to the master suite; the bedroom situated to the rear aspect of the house with two windows, the side overlooking the arena. The room has exposed floorboards, bespoke oak shelving which acts as a divide to the dressing room which is presented with fitted wardrobes to three elevations, a window commanding an outlook over the farmyard and farm buildings with a wonderful rural backdrop beyond. En-suite facilities comprise a high flush W.C, a wash hand basin and a Jacuzzi style double ended bath. A window commands stunning views. To the first floor are two further double bedrooms each with windows to the front aspect, one of the rooms having an access to a staircase which rises to second floor level. The family bathroom offers generous proportions and is fitted with a modern four piece suite consisting of a double ended bath, a step-in shower, a low flush W.C and a wash hand basin which sits on a wooden plinth with tiled backdrop. The room has original exposed floorboards and a window commanding stunning long distance views.

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 9 12/03/2019 14:31 Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 10 12/03/2019 14:31 Second Floor A versatile floor currently split into two rooms each with fitted wardrobes and windows to the front elevation. This room would potentially create an impressive self-contained suite.

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 11 12/03/2019 14:31 Annexe A self-contained addition to the property with its own access. A quarry stone tiled floor to the hallway gives access to the kitchen which is presented with furniture consisting of base and wall units with a work surface incorporating a stainless steel single drainer sink unit. The room has an electric cooker point and space for a fridge freezer. A window commands an impressive outlook over the front aspect. The bedroom has windows to three aspects inviting an abundance of natural light indoors whilst commanding stunning scenic views. The bathroom is presented with a modern three piece suite finished in white.

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 12 12/03/2019 14:31 Joined to the main house we also have a lovely little self-contained annex,” says Val. “It has a little kitchen, a bathroom and a bedroom-cum-living room. In the past I’ve rented it out, but now we just use it for visiting guests.”

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 13 12/03/2019 14:31 Externally The property is situated off a private lane, half way down electronically operated wrought iron gates open giving access to the pea gravelled driveway and farmyard. A raised terrace commands stunning panoramic rural views and a landscaped garden with ornamental pond and Mulberry tree which acts as a divide between the house and farm buildings. From the farmyard access is given to an oversized double garage and four self-contained stables which open to a concrete turnout area. There are also two additional purpose built barns beyond which access is given to the adjoining land and arena. To the front aspect of the house is a further landscaped garden with Yorkshire stone flagged seating terrace; the garden extending to the side being mainly laid to lawn wrapping the arena with established small orchard, flower borders and fenced boundaries.

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 14 12/03/2019 14:31 What we’ve got here is just perfect and it’s in the perfect location too,” says John. “We’re surrounded by glorious countryside and yet I can hop in the car and be at any one of a number of supermarkets in around five minutes, we have a terrific GP surgery only a mile and a half away and I can be in Chesterfield in just over ten minutes.”

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 15 12/03/2019 14:31 Harstoft A small Derbyshire hamlet surrounded by stunning open countryside located south of Sheffield; south east of Chesterfield centre, within a few miles of Junction 29 of the M1 motorway. The immediate locality is rural boasting glorious un-spoilt scenery and stunning walks and bridal ways resulting in an idyllic external lifestyle.

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 16 12/03/2019 14:31 Whilst immediately rural the property is positioned within walking distance of a delightful country pub whilst local services and amenities can be reached within a short drive. Attractions include Bolsover Castle and Hardwick Hall both of which can be seen from the grounds of the property. Further associated attractions include Rother Valley Country Park and the popular water park, whilst glorious scenery associated with the Pak District National Park is on the door step including favourite tourist attractions such as Matlock and Chatsworth House. In short this delightful hamlet offers a peaceful retreat whilst every day hustle and bustle’ can be reached with a short drive.

Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 17 12/03/2019 14:31 Additional Information A freehold property with mains water, electric, oil fired central heating and drainage via a septic tank.

Directions From J29 of the M1, travelling south, take the 4th exit signed . At the second roundabout turn left towards . At The Shoulder pub turn left onto Deep Lane, then turn left on unnamed lane. The house is at the end.

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Ash Lea Farm Pages.indd 18 12/03/2019 14:31 Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 13.03.2019

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