Barrow Upon Trent | Derbyshire | DE73 7HB CROWTREES
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Crowtrees 59 Church Lane | Barrow upon Trent | Derbyshire | DE73 7HB CROWTREES Crowtrees is an idyllic property dating back to the 16th century which has recently been extended and sympathecially modernised to suit 21st century patterns of life. Enjoying a peaceful position on the edge of a rural village, this property also boasts easy access to the A50, M1, East Midlands Airport and the Midland Mainline to London. INTRODUCTION The house retains quaint period features, has spacious living areas and uninterrupted countryside views; a perfect home to suit all stages of life with the current owners raising a family here over the last thirty years. Accompanying the property there is approximately an acre of lawned gardens with established trees, shrubs and bushes as well as mooring and fishing rights on the River Trent. Additionally, planning permission has been granted for a double garage with workshop and garden store. Crowtrees is situated on the edge of Barrow upon Trent, a desirable village with no through road to the south of Derby and the west of Nottingham. The village has the Brookfield public house, St Wilfred’s Church which dates back to the 13th Century and Sale & Davy’s primary school. In it’s early years the original property was a timber frame thatch cottage believed to be an old ale house and the current owners have lovingly retained many original features. Throughout the ground floor there is underfloor heating and italian ceramic tiles designed to give the look of wonderful wood flooring. In addition there are ledge and brace doors as well as traditional fireplaces with modern multi fuel stoves. As the propery is south facing, the large windows provide ample light and warmth to all rooms. GROUND FLOOR The reception entrance hall offers a quiet place to read and contains some key period features such as the original dog-grate in exposed brick surround, raised hearth and unique built-in cupboards. Further beams in the ceiling, as well as a central upright pillar, add to the character and charm of this room. It is from here you access the original wooden staircase with latch door as well as the office and store, all with beautiful 16th century features. From the reception room there is a door to the inner hall, with double glazed window to the rear. A stable door gives access to a large internal porch (currently used as a gym). It is in this room that you can see the original frame of the cottage, with flag stone floor and a solid oak door access to the rear. A separate storage cupboard in the hall contains the mechanics of the underfloor heating. The snug offers a recess multi-fuel stove set on a raised hearth, wall light points and beams to the ceiling. Two windows to the side and front elevations makes this a light and airy room. In the modern extension, a family living room provides an excellent seating area, multi-fuel stove on a slate hearth and a built-in shelved cupboard in the dining area. Double-glazed French doors open seamlessly to the garden. The open plan kitchen is fitted with shaker units and finished with a marble worksurface and under-slung sink with mixer taps. There is an integral larder-style fridge and separate freezer, an integral dishwasher and space for a large AGA, which is available by separate negotiation. It is in this space that the current owner finds her favourite spot to sit at the breakfast table and look out over the river through large, front elevated windows. This kitchen offers a walk-in pantry and separate utility with base units and a worksurface accommodating a sink and drainer. In the utility there is plumbing and space for washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher and another applicances plus access to the garden. The modern cloakroom has a white suite to include a wc and hand basin. SELLER INSIGHT Rurally located in the South Derbyshire village of Barrow upon Trent, Crowtrees is situated at the end of quiet Church Lane with the River Trent to one side and the National Forest beyond. The construction dates back to 1542, although the original crook frame is believed to be a century older. The property was a small farm and later reputed to be an old inn. It has been painted by local artist George Turner and extensively by Frank Gresley. Extended in 2014/2015, the new construction is in keeping with the heritage of the building to ensure that modernity never overshadows its rich history. The property has only been on the market three times in 100 years and before this it was owned and lived-in by several generations of the same family. Crowtrees is interwoven with character, the old and new working seamlessly together to create an extraordinary, special and unique home. ‘Set in an acre of land, the location and panoramic views are stunning, allowing you to enjoy the changing of the seaons in incredible detail. The peace and quiet create an idyllic oasis away from the hustle and bustle of life, whilst the riverside location makes it extra special. The property comes with fishing rights and a small landing stage. From here, you can travel for miles by kayak, up or downstream, with two local pubs providing ideal destinations. For the past 30 years, Crowtrees has been the most wonderful home, it is cool in the summer and warm in the winter. It is a beautiful space with outstanding views and a huge amount of natural light – all of the main rooms and bedrooms overlook the river. We sit for hours in the large open-plan kitchen/dining/living area watching the wildlife on the water and the fields beyond. This main living area is made extremely cosy in the winter by a large AGA and a multi-fuel stove, a fabulous space for entertaining throughout the year while the garden is excellent for summer parties.’ Nearby Melbourne is a fantastic little market town with great pubs and shops. The village of Barrow has a primary school, which is a safe walk away, the closest independent school is Repton (6miles) and nearest state secondary school is Chellaston Academy. The National Forest, Calke Abbey & Staunton Harold estates, the Peak District and other excellent attractions are all within easy reach.* * 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 verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. FIRST FLOOR From the living room, the second, more recently fitted staircase leads to the main suite, arriving in the dressing room with built-in wardrobes, matching cupboards and drawers. There are skylights to allow ample daylight into the space and LED spotlights for the evening. Leading into the bedroom, the window from this room offers the best view of the river and a further skylight gives this space a very natural feel. The en-suite has a contempory white suite with wall hung wc, underslung wash hand basin fitted in a built-in mirrored unit which also provides storage. Additionally there is a free standing bath with mixer taps, a large walk-in shower area with both overhead waterfall and handheld shower head. A built-in sauna offers the ultimate relaxation space and the bathroom is finished with wood effect floor-tiling, a double glazed window to the rear, skylight and spotlights to ceiling. The bathroom also has underfloor heating. The original wooden staircase in the 16th Century part of the house leads to the second landing area which boasts a wealth of historic features, such as a wooden panelled wall, cross beams, timber framework, exposed brick wall and original doors. It is from here we access bedroom two, fitted with two built-in wardrobes, double glazed windows to the front and side elevations, an exposed crossbeam and access into the roof space (timber floored for additional storage). Bedroom three has a large double glazed sky light offering panoramic views of the river as well as a western window and spotlights to the ceiling. Bedroom four has a double glazed window to the front, again providing the view of the river, central heating radiator, built-in storage cupboard, wall light points and the exposed original a-frame crook. The family bathroom offers a modern contempory suite in white with wc, wash basin and mixer taps on plinth with built-in storage. Again, a large walk-in shower area offers both overhead waterfall and handheld shower heads. Complete with a contempory radiator with towel rail, double glazed window to the rear, wood effect floor tiling and underfloor heating. OUTSIDE On approaching the property, there is parking for several cars with stone retaining walls to the boundary. To the front of the property, facing the river Trent there is a wonderful paved terrace, accessed via double doors from the dining area and steps lead down to the garden. To the rear of the property is an expansive lawned garden which can also be accessed from the utility room. A separate “plant room” houses the mains gas boiler and water tank, providing hot water to the property via a “no-loss” underground pipe. There are additional workshop and storage sheds. Crowtrees is situated within approximately an acre of well-mainted land which includes established trees such as Oak, Silver Birch, Willow and fruit trees. The south and west facing gardens are idyllic, with all-day sunshine so whether you’re an entertainer or just want somewhere to unwind, the outdoor space will never disappoint.