Lilac Cottage, Shepherds Lane, Melbourne, Nr Ticknall, Derby GENERAL INFORMATION
Situated at the heart of the National Forest is this two storey, four double bedroom rural retreat nestling on a substantial plot of approximately 1 acre. There is a professionally laid and enclosed tennis court within the plot, a large barn with adjacent parking, and a substantial garden, with various patio areas and large lawn. The property itself is a converted barn with three bathrooms, utility room, a beautifully fitted open plan kitchen/dining and family room, and two further reception rooms to include a formal dining room to the front, plus a sitting room with an open fireplace and views over the rear garden and beyond. Close by is the much admired Calke Abbey, offering a host of events, in addition to beautiful walks in and around the Manor. Although being tucked away in rural bliss, the surrounding areas offer thriving communities with many places of interest, and convenience. Close by is the East Midlands International Airport, Derby City centre and Birmingham City centre which is within a 45 minute drive.
DIRECTIONAL NOTES
From Derby proceed along the A514 over Swarkestone bridge, pass the outskirts of Melbourne and head towards Ticknall. Prior to reaching Ticknall turn right into Shephards Lane. The property may be found at the end of the lane on the left.
GROUND FLOOR
Stable door to:
ENTRANCE HALL
Ceramic tiled flooring, door to:
DINING ROOM 3.83m (12'7") x 2.65m (8'8")
Double glazed window to front, double glazed window to side, dado rail, wall light.
SEPARATE WC
Double glazed window to rear, heated towel rail, Belfast sink, ceramic tiled flooring and WC.
KITCHEN 4.11m (13'6") x 3.63m (11'11")
Fitted with a matching range of Shaker style, base and eye level units with drawers, breakfast bar with cupboards under and granite work surface, glazed display unit, corner display shelf, ceramic sink unit with single drainer and swan neck mixer tap, space for range cooker with extractor hood over, ceramic tiled flooring, ceiling with recessed low-voltage spotlights, open plan to day room, door to:
UTILITY ROOM 1.98m (6'6") x 1.43m (4'8")
Fitted base units, plumbing for washing machine, space for freezer and tumble drier, double radiator, ceramic tiled flooring, door to front.
DAY ROOM 5.86m (19'3") x 5.63m (18'6") max
Four double glazed windows to garden and patio, double glazed window to side, remote control, living flame effect gas stove with brick built surround, stone flagged hearth and timber mantle over, double radiator, oak flooring, French double glazed doors to back and French double glazed doors to side.
LOBBY
Double glazed window to rear, radiator, door to:
BEDROOM 4 3.61m (11'10") x 2.62m (8'7")
PVCu double glazed window to front, radiator, door to:
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Shower, wash hand basin, WC and tiled splashbacks.
SITTING ROOM 5.66m (18'7") x 5.16m (16'11") max
Double glazed picture window to rear aspect, open fireplace with timber mantle over, two double radiators, ceiling with recessed spotlights and picture spot lights, stairs to first floor, double glazed French doors to garden and double glazed door to patio.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
Double glazed window to front, Velux window to rear, fitted wardrobes, single radiator, door to:
BEDROOM 1 6.60m (21'8") x 3.45m (11'4")
Double glazed window to rear, with electrically controlled blinds, providing superb views of the surrounding countryside, double glazed window to side to rear, double radiator and a single radiator.
BEDROOM 2 3.94m (12'11") x 3.48m (11'5") max
Velux windows to front and rear, radiator, door to:
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
Three piece suite comprising; deep panelled bath with electric shower over , pedestal wash hand basin and glass screen, WC, tiled splashbacks, Velux window to rear.
BEDROOM 3 3.96m (13') x 2.66m (8'9")
Velux windows to front and rear, radiator.
BATHROOM
Three piece suite comprising; deep panelled bath with electric shower over and folding glass screen, vanity wash unit with cupboards under and drawers, WC, ceramic tiled walls, heated towel rail, Velux window to front. Air conditioning/heat pump to bedroom 2 and landing/dressing room.
OUTSIDE
There are three converted barns set around a central courtyard forming the shape of a horse shoe. As you come into the courtyard a driveway leads along the side of the property to a barn with adjacent parking and eventually to the Tennis Courts. There are two main garden areas, one with a pond which is between the barn and the Tennis courts, and the other being directly at the rear of the property, with patio areas from the sitting room and day room, plus a grass area with a selection of shrubs and trees. The entire site is surrounded by countryside and is close to a selection of footpaths and bridleways which cross the newly designated National Forest. The Staunton Harold Reservoir and the Calke Abbey Estate are within a short walk as is the bustling centre of the architecturally superb, Melbourne, with its fine restaurants, public houses and general shopping facilities.
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