Station Street, Ashbourne, DE6

BENNET SAMWAYS are delighted to offer for sale this exceptional Edwardian property, occupying a prominent position on Station Street and presented to a high standard throughout. Retaining many original features that showcase its Edwardian charm, the accommodation spans four floors, with traditional fireplaces in the reception rooms, a top-floor master bedroom with bathroom, and a converted basement featuring a luxurious breakfast kitchen. Ideally located within walking distance of Ashbourne town centre, the property offers a gross internal area of 1,550sq.ft.

Interior - The entrance door opens into a welcoming reception hall with an original Minton tiled floor. From here, stairs rise to the first floor and also descend to the basement kitchen. The charming sitting room boasts varnished wooden flooring, a feature fireplace with an open fire, and a lovely bay window that overlooks the front aspect, with views towards St. Oswald's Church. The impressive dining room is positioned to the rear, also featuring a fireplace and varnished wooden floors, with a door leading out to the rear courtyard-style patio. On this floor, there is also a study or fourth bedroom, complete with laminate flooring.
Descending to the basement level, you’ll find the luxurious breakfast kitchen, fitted to an excellent standard with a range of high-gloss cabinets, composite quartz-effect worktops, and a matching central island with a breakfast bar. Integrated appliances include a five-ring gas hob, electric oven, microwave oven, space for a wine cooler, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, and full-length fridge and freezer. The kitchen is well-lit with downlights, high-gloss tiled flooring with underfloor heating, and kickboard lighting.
On the first floor, the galleried landing has wood-effect flooring and provides access to two generously sized double bedrooms, along with a family bathroom featuring a white suite and a P-shaped bath.
The second-floor master suite is a standout, with a large walk-in wardrobe and a re-fitted bathroom, which includes a roll-top freestanding bath, tiled flooring and skylight.

Exterior - The property stands proudly back from the road, with steps leading up to a paved terrace area and a small fore garden with box hedging and borders. There is a useful tradesman’s entrance to the rear garden. The rear features an impressive, tiered landscaped garden with a paved courtyard area enclosed by a stone wall, steps leading to several tiered levels, including a patio with stunning views across Ashbourne and a garden shed. Numerous seating areas offer the perfect spots for enjoying a G&T, especially at the top tier, which enjoys lovely views.

Locality - Nestled within the picturesque landscape, Ashbourne stands as a historic market town renowned as "The Gateway to the Peak District," owing to its strategic proximity to the breathtaking Peak District National Park. Conveniently situated with easy access to the A50 (9 miles), facilitating connections to the M1 and M6 motorway networks. Noteworthy for its longstanding tradition of Royal Shrovetide Football, a ritual dating back to 1667, observed on Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday. The thriving town boasts a diverse range of amenities, featuring a plethora of distinctive, predominantly independent shops, and charming cafes. Adding to its allure, Ashbourne hosts a popular golf course on its outskirts, and the coveted Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (QEGs) caters to the educational needs of the town and the adjacent Derbyshire Dales villages. Excellent transport links include a well-connected bus station linking Ashbourne to Derby and Uttoxeter, with a variety of regular services. Convenient train stations at Uttoxeter, Derby, and Matlock further enhance connectivity. Ashbourne serves as an ideal base to explore numerous nearby attractions, including the stately Chatsworth House, Tissington Hall, Haddon Hall, Alton Towers, Matlock Bath, and the picturesque Dovedale, promising a truly enchanting experience.

Owner's perspective - "We have lived in our house for 12 years and loved every minute of it. It has been a very happy home full of fun and laughter. We have poured our heart and soul into creating a beautiful peaceful, tranquil and private garden. When we first moved here it was just an unusable and inaccessible space. We have created a patio seating area on each level so no matter what time of the day you can always sit in the sunshine or the shade. We have loved keeping all the original character and features of this beautiful Edwardian lady and it is going to be a real wrench to leave her. But it is now time for us to downsize with most of our sons already flown and flying the nest. It is time for our next chapter. Living in the heart of Ashbourne town has been absolutely wonderful. We are always attending the many events that are held yearly, Shrovetide, the lantern parade, we have prime view from our lounge window to watch the Christmas tractor parade that even at our age still delights us. Its wonderful to be able to walk over to the many bars, coffee shops and eateries and our boys have loved being in the heart of the town walking to and from school with friends and being involved in the football rugby and tennis clubs and of course the leisure centre and easy access to the parks and Tissington trail. Its been our very happy place and home for all of us."

Location - what3words: ///dripped.downcast.rival - Postcode: DE6 1DE

Agent's notes - Tenure: Freehold. Council Tax: Derbyshire Dales band B. Services: Mains water, mains electricity, mains gas for the heating, mains drainage and internet connection. Estimated broadband speeds available via Ofcom are 16mb standard & 74mb superfast.