An extremely rare opportunity - an immaculately presented four-bedroom family home, set within a substantial plot which borders Robin Wood and enjoys fantastic rural views.


Situation
Wood End enjoys a most remarkable position, nestled on the very edge of Robin Wood and bordered by idyllic open countryside on three sides. The property is conveniently situated close to the sought-after settlements of Ticknall and Melbourne.

Robin Wood is a brilliant facility to have on the doorstep with a network of paths and trails for cycling, walking and horse riding running through it. A great choice of public footpaths and bridleways can also be accessed from the property, and which lead across the adjoining countryside, with some providing access to the River Trent.

The attractive market towns of Melbourne and Ashby de la Zouch lie approximately 2 miles to the east and 7 miles to the south respectively, both offering everyday facilities such as shops, pubs, restaurants and health and leisure facilities. The city of Derby is conveniently accessible, being approximately 8 miles to the north. The location is excellent for commuting, being a short drive from the A50, M1, Derby Station, East Midlands Parkway station, and East Midlands Airport.

There are a number of private schools in the area, including Repton Prep, Repton School, Derby High School and Derby Grammar School. Sporting facilities include Staunton Harold Reservoir for sailing, Donington Park for motorsports, with golf at Breedon on the Hill and Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Local attractions include Melbourne Hall and Calke Abbey.

Description
Wood End represents an extremely rare opportunity to acquire a superb family home which has been conscientiously renovated and improved under its current tenure, set within a substantial plot bordering woodland and open countryside and enjoying far-reaching views.

Originally built around the 1910s, the current owners have breathed new life into a traditional home, reconfiguring it to a contemporary layout, with a range of full height picture windows and sliding doors providing great connection from the accommodation to the surroundings. Under the current ownership a significant scheme of modernisation has taken place, which has included installation of new double-glazed windows and doors, re-wiring with underfloor heating fitted throughout the ground floor and in the first floor bath/shower rooms; the result is a wonderfully light and airy family home. Externally, the property has been enhanced with white render and anthracite grey framed windows. The house is complimented by a range of outbuildings which include a spruce clad double garage with workshop, and a second building offering an excellent home office and gym/store. Accessed via a Wood End Lane, a driveway leads to a parking area with space for a number of vehicles.

Accommodation
Entered by an oak front door, the spacious reception hall displays a large picture window framing the countryside beyond, and is laid with large format porcelain floor tiles which are continued throughout much of the ground floor. The hall also benefits from bespoke bench seating, cabinetry and shelving. There is further storage in a push latch cupboard with communications cupboard above, and feature oak battens partially conceal the staircase rising to the first floor. To the left, a broad opening from the hall leads into the comfortable sitting room which is triple aspect including a large picture window; all of the windows offer a variation of the surrounding stunning views; there is also a large AGA log burner and oak flooring. Also off the hall is a guest WC and spacious utility room with stainless steel sink, fitted cabinetry, space for freestanding appliances, and an external door.

The south-west section of the house includes an extensive living-dining kitchen, offering the ideal open plan space for modern day living. The contemporary kitchen displays a mix of tall cabinetry and base units in contrasting matt white and dark grey below Silestone quartz worktops, whilst an island provides seating with a breakfast bar and houses an induction hob with integrated low-level extractor fan. Further integrated appliances include two single self-cleaning Zanussi ovens, a wine fridge and dishwasher, whilst there is a Fohen instant hot water tap to the sink. A log burner can provide additional heat. Three substantial sliding doors provide views out to the garden and Robin Wood beyond, and connect the living space to a large garden terrace, providing indoor/outdoor living.

A turned oak staircase rises to the first floor where oak flooring leads to four bedrooms. The fantastic master suite with vaulted ceiling included exposed structural timbers, dual aspect windows providing unrivalled views to the north, and to the east via a large picture window. A bespoke smoked glass sliding door opens into the three piece en suite displaying feature honeycomb tiles, a walk-in digital Mira shower with wireless thermostat and vanity unit with twin wash hand basins. There are three further bedrooms, one of which benefits from an en suite shower room with digital Mira shower and WC. The landing features a fantastic glazed floor panel, and a rustic sliding door opens into the family bathroom.

Outside
Wood End is set in an extensive plot of about 0.53 acres in all, and which borders Robin Wood and open countryside. The private rear gardens are mostly laid to lawn and peppered with mature trees including apple trees. A terrace wraps around the kitchen and provides space for alfresco cooking, dining and entertaining.

A low rendered wall borders the lane, and automated gates open onto the driveway which offers ample parking for a number of vehicles. A single storey outbuilding houses an excellent home office (with electric heating) and a gym with rubber floor and very useful storage space. The double garage has automated roller shutter Hörmann garage doors, and an enclosed workshop with fitted work bench. Both of the outbuildings are clad in spruce.

Planning Permission
Planning permission has been granted by South Derbyshire District Council under DMPA/2021/1860 for the replacement of the new timber garage with a two bedroom, two bathroom coach house with open plan reception room to the ground floor, and an integral double garage. This building would provide superb guest accommodation and has been designed to make the most of the position and views with lots of glazing. This building would need to be used ancillary to the house and could not be let or sold separately under the current granted permission.

Fixtures and Fittings
All fitted carpets are included in the sale. All other fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains electricity and water are connected. Drainage is to a private system. Heating is via oil fired heating to the house, and electric heating in the home office.

We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around 145 Mbps, however please note that results will vary depending on the time a speed test is carried out. The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps] (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 22/05/2023). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

None of the services, appliances, heating installations, broadband, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

Covenants
The title for Wood End contains restrictive covenants. Further title details are available on request.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

Local Authority
South Derbyshire District Council.

Council tax band F

Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Viewings
By strict appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – DE73 7GE

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From Ashby-de-la-Zouch take the B5006 to Ticknall. Turn right at the T-junction onto the A514, signposted Derby. Proceed for approximately 2 miles, then take the left turn onto Wood End Lane. Continue down Wood End Lane for about half a mile, the driveway for Wood End will be on the left hand side.