Atlow, Ashbourne

This wonderful Grade II listed barn conversion is accessed via a double glazed entrance door directly into the attractive open plan dining kitchen which has tiled flooring and some interesting character features. The kitchen area is fitted with an extensive range of base and wall units, having rolled edge preparation surfaces with inset stainless steel sink and mixer tap, tiled splashbacks and worktop lighting. There is an inset AEG induction hob with stainless steel splash back and matching extractor hood over plus an AEG competence double electric oven and grill, and integrated dishwasher. There is space for an upright fridge freezer, a useful under stairs cupboard and a hand built pine staircase leading off.

Directly off the dining area is a cloaks/utility room having tiled flooring and low level WC, base and wall units, plumbing for an automatic washing machine, inset sink and mixer tap plus tiled splash backs.
Also from the dining area, double doors open into the cosy sitting room which has exposed beams and a double glazed French door out to the front enjoying wonderful views over the garden and grounds. It also has a contemporary log burner fitted to the corner set on a tiled hearth.

On the first floor is a feature split level landing having fabulous exposed roof trusses and other timberwork together with a hand built pine balustrade. Stairs lead up to a further carpeted loft room with large under-eaves storage space and a velux roof light, suitable for use as a small office to work from home, a study or a children’s den.
There are three attractive double bedrooms, one with a vaulted ceiling and exposed roof trusses, enjoying wonderful views. Bedroom three has a double glazed door onto an external stone feature staircase and enjoys across the grounds plus an exposed roof truss to the wall. Adjacent to this is the bathroom having a shaped bath in tiled surrounds with thermostatic shower over and glazed screen, integrated WC and wash hand basin with useful cupboards above.

Outside – There are two communal car parking spaces off the drive and a useful storage/workshop space within the adjacent barn. A stone patio and lawn lie adjacent to the front of the barn plus access to the 21 acres of communal grounds.

The Old Stables is one of eight privately owned homes in a co-housing community in this beautiful valley within rural Derbyshire. All of the buildings are Grade II listed with a rich heritage. The owners share 21 acres of land which is managed primarily for nature conservation and increasing bio-diversity on a Nature England Environment Stewardship Scheme. Eco-friendly communal services include a reed bed water drainage system and a central wood chip boiler for communal central heating and domestic hot water. There are also shared outbuilding available for storage, workshop space, community meetings and social events.

The land predominantly comprises a park-like setting bounded by the Henmore Brook and within which lies the Atlow Moat which is an ancient monument together with an additional area of ancient woodland, small pasture, orchards and allotment gardens providing endless opportunities for self sufficiency.

Sellers Insight
"In the time we have lived at EarthHeart we have been enriched by the experience and the diverse community living here. Being part of a co-operative and becoming co-directors alongside everyone else is unusual and you may be initially cautious to explore further as we were, however, everyone gets on with their own lives in the same way as living anywhere else, the only difference being we share the use and management of community buildings and 21 acres of land in an incredibly beautiful environment. This green valley includes fields, pasture land, gardens, ponds, woodland, a willow labyrinth, allotments, outbuildings, an orchard, and those incredible valley views especially at sunrise and sunset.
Living in close proximity to wildlife and the land encourages an ecological focus for the whole community keen to promote and support biodiversity and sustainability. It is a fascinating and protected place to live, as anyone who visits will tell you, it is a beautiful and peaceful place. We have loved the richness of the landscape and the diverse ecology that reveals itself through the seasons. There’s always plenty to do outside whether it be forestry, gardening, growing your own food, beekeeping, looking after the chicken & ducks or just walking around the estate. The enjoyable and sociable monthly work days (with "bring and share" lunch ) draw the community together as a team to tackle the essential and seasonal maintenance tasks that keep Atlow Moat estate in fine fettle. Be prepared to get your hands dirty and your belly full!"

Directions – Satnav will direct you to Atlow village. Once there, by the green proceed over the hump back bridge and up the lane. Take the left fork and then turn left at the sign Atlow Moat and Farm. Proceed up the lane a short distance where there is parking on the left hand side and you can walk up to the property. The property is accurately shown on Google Maps.

Tenure: Leasehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).
999 year lease from December 2003. Ground rent of £1 per annum. A service charge covers insurance and communal maintenance based on the size of the individual properties. There is a service fee set on the number of adults and children at the property, currently approx £1524 per annum. The maintenance company is Earthheart Cooperative, wholly owned by the leaseholders. The lease insists the property must be the primary dwelling of the owner.
Property construction: Standard
Parking: Off street residents parking
Electricity supply: Mains
Water supply: Private metered supply
Sewerage: Drainage is via an on site private system with reed bed filter treatment
Heating: Communal wood pellet Biomass boiler system
(Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability).
Broadband type: Superfast Fibre
See Ofcom link for speed: https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/
Mobile signal/coverage: See Ofcom link https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/
Local Authority/Tax Band: Derbyshire Dales District Council / Tax Band D
Useful Websites: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/environment-agency
Our Ref: JGA/16052024
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