Twyford Road, Willington

Victorian architecture is known for its elaborate decoration and rich textures, notable throughout this stunning home which boast high ceilings, decorative cornices and a decorative stained glass great window. Extra care and attention has been paid to restoring that Victorian detail, with replica door furniture to the interior and exterior, bespoke double glazed wooden sash windows crafted to compliment the period character, as well as the introduction of period style bathrooms throughout the property.

Located on Twyford Road, just a stone’s throw from the centre of the village, the property is easily recognisable and locally admired. Built in the 1860s by Penelope Every, daughter of Sir Henry and Lady Every of Egginton Hall, the house carries a rich sense of history and character, reflecting the charm and craftsmanship of its period. Willington is a fantastic location for busy families with an excellent range of amenities, including a doctor’s surgery, dentist, supermarket, pharmacy, popular public inns with eateries, and cafe. The village is further serviced by a good primary school, train station, church, and a public bus service. There’s a pleasant walk along the canal in the nearby Mercia Marina, which offers a further range of boutique shops and eateries. The nearby village of Repton offers excellent independent schooling at all ages and there excellent travel links via the A50 and A38 to Stoke-on-Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Birmingham, Lichfield, and Leicester.

The property is accessed via an imposing front entrance door which opens into an entrance lobby featuring deep skirtings and moulded coved ceilings, which repeat throughout the property, and a polished stone floor running through into an impressive double height central hallway, with a handsome staircase leading to the galleried landing. The space is filled with natural light coming from the huge stained glass stairwell window. The original service bells are mounted above part glazed double doors leading into the kitchen. Additional internal doors lead to the remaining ground floor living areas.

The guest WC is located off the main hallway and has been fitted with a period style suite comprising low flush WC and pedestal wash basin, with lovely green Victorian inspired tiles and a window to the side. The hallway leads around to a utility room, having space for appliances and a worktop over with inset sink, wall mounted cupboard and a window to the front.

Further on, there is a wonderful boot room positioned at the side of the house, with its own entrance door, quarry tiled flooring, window to the front, plenty of hanging space, a built-in storage cupboard and a separate boiler cupboard. There are a set of redundant stairs leading to the first floor, where the exit has been blocked by the creation of a cupboard. There is also access down to the cellar.

Moving back through the house to a comfortable sitting room, with an original quarry tiled floor and built-in cupboards. There is also a flexible snug/home office, with room for a sofa and a desk.

The large open plan living/dining kitchen overlooks the garden and is perfect for cooking, eating and relaxing, as well as social occasions, leaving plenty of space for dining and soft furnishings. Bi-fold doors open onto the outdoor patio and there is a feature fireplace at one end. The kitchen area is fitted with an abundant range of kitchen cabinetry with under unit lighting, quartz worktops, double Belfast sink with Quooker boiling and cold water tap, range cooker with extractor hood over, integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer, eye level microwave and under counter wine fridge.

On the first floor, stairs lead to a magnificent galleried landing which looks out onto the beautiful leaded and stained-glass window. There are four bedrooms in total; three fabulous double bedrooms, each with en-suite shower rooms, fitted with luxury period style suites, and a master suite. The master bedroom benefits from a huge walk-in wardrobe and a stunning period style en-suite bathroom, featuring an incredible free-standing bath with mixer taps and a hand shower, a large double shower, low flush WC, and elegant his-and-hers pedestal wash basins.

Outside, the extensive lawned gardens wrap around the property with Laurel hedging, ornamental beds and borders with specimen trees and box hedging. Adjacent to the house is a lovely, paved patio with plenty of room for outdoor seating, creating the perfect space for outdoor entertaining. Tucked away in the corner of the garden is a large workshop/home gym, which could be utilised in a number of ways.

A five-bar gate opens onto the front of the property, where there is a shared driveway and extensive private parking and turning space. A formal border surrounds the front of the house with box hedging and ornamental shrubs.

The property benefits from Cat 6 cabling throughout the house.

To view this stunning home, please contact John German Derby office.

Agents note: It is common for property Titles to contain Covenants; a copy of the Land Registry Title is available to view on request.
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: Drive
Electricity supply: Mains
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Gas
(Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability).
Broadband type: 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: South Derbyshire District Council / Tax Band F
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Our Ref: JGA/27082025

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