Carsington, Matlock, Derbyshire

Rowan Cottage is an extended stone-built character home offering well-balanced accommodation in a highly sought after village location, with stunning views towards Carsington Water and the surrounding countryside. Available with no upward chain, the property combines traditional features with open plan modern living, making it well suited to a couple or family looking to enjoy a village lifestyle with easy access to outdoor pursuits. The cottage is currently a successful holiday let, and the contents are available under separate negotiation.

The accommodation includes two open plan reception spaces, providing flexible living space for relaxing, entertaining or working from home. The dining kitchen is generously proportioned and designed to suit modern day living, with ample space for family dining and everyday use. There are three bedrooms and a family bathroom, offering comfortable accommodation across the property.

Rowan Cottage is located within a popular village that offers a pub and school, with a wealth of countryside walks and activities close by, around Carsington Water. The property also benefits from convenient access to Ashbourne, Matlock and Wirksworth, making it an appealing choice for buyers seeking a stone cottage lifestyle in a well-connected yet rural setting.

Entering the property through a wooden stable door, you arrive into the open plan reception areas, both featuring original wooden flooring. Each room retains character features including exposed beams and feature fireplaces, one incorporating an integrated log burner. Wooden framed windows to the front elevation make the most of the panoramic views towards Carsington Water and the surrounding countryside.

The dining kitchen is fitted with engineered oak flooring and offers a practical layout with wooden preparation surfaces and an inset 1 ½ stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap. There are cupboards and drawers beneath, an integrated electric oven and grill with electric hob, and space and plumbing for a dishwasher and washing machine. Complementary wall mounted units provide additional storage. The dining area is a well-designed extension with a roof lantern and French doors that lead directly onto the rear patio area.

To the first floor, the landing provides access to three bedrooms and the family bathroom. Bedroom one is a double room positioned to take advantage of the views. Bedroom two is also a double and enjoys elevated views across open fields, countryside and towards Carsington Water, and includes a cupboard housing the hot water tank. Bedroom three is a generous single room, suitable as a child’s bedroom, guest room or home office.

The bathroom is fitted with a white suite comprising a pedestal wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap, low level WC and bath with chrome mixer and handheld shower attachment, along with an electric shower. There is also a chrome heated towel rail and electric extractor fan.

Outside, the front garden is of a good size and includes a patio seating area positioned to enjoy open field and countryside views towards Carsington Water. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature herbaceous borders, providing an attractive and usable outdoor space.

To the rear, there is a patio seating area and a spacious lawned garden provides a private outdoor space ideal for entertaining, children’s play or general enjoyment. In addition, there is a detached and versatile annex, suitable for a variety of uses including home office space, guest accommodation or hobby room and includes a shower room with wash hand basin, low level WC and shower unit.

To view this property, please contact John German Ashbourne office.

Agents note: Please note the neighbouring property has access across to the rear and down the side of the property.
The seller has advised that building regulations approval was obtained for the extension. A copy of the certification has been requested.
Tenure: Freehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).
Please note: It is quite common for some properties to have a Ring doorbell and internal recording devices.
Property construction: Traditional
Parking: On road
Electricity supply: Mains
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Electric
(Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability).
Broadband type: 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
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Our Ref: JGA/18022026

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