An exceptionally well presented and spacious barn conversion set within a range of converted barns, with delightful rear gardens, all in a picturesque rural location close to schooling


Situation
Cherry Tree Barn is situated in a picturesque rural position on the outskirts of the village of Ticknall with delightful views over the property’s own land and the surrounding countryside. Local facilities can be found approximately 1 mile away in the attractive village of Ticknall. The village, which once formed part of the Harpur Crewe Estate, is best known for Calke Abbey, the second largest stately home in Derbyshire and once home to the Harpur Crewes. Within the village there is a general store, two public houses, a primary school, church, village hall and cricket club.

Just four miles to the east is the revered and well-serviced historic market charter town of Melbourne, where there is a full and exhaustive array of amenities mixed with boutique shops and eateries all centered around a beautiful square. A wider range of facilities can be found in the nearby market town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch, as well as Derby and Nottingham. There is easy access to the A38, A50 and A42.

The local area provides great opportunities for walking, cycling and horse riding, with sailing and fishing on Foremarke Reservoir and Staunton Harold Reservoir. The area is well served by highly regarded schools including Repton School, Repton Prep and Derby Grammar and Derby High Schools. There is a primary school within Ticknall village and a number of schools in Melbourne and nearby Chellaston.

Description
Cherry Tree Barn is an immaculately presented barn conversion set within a range of converted barns at Seven Spouts Farm. The barn itself is believed to date back to around 1830 and has been finished to a high specification throughout. The property offers generous and flexible living accommodation over three floors, and displays wonderful character with exposed brickwork and structural timbers throughout, whilst providing all the conveniences of modern living. The property is complimented by ample parking and double garaging to the front, and the most charming formal gardens set over multiple levels with a swimming pool to the rear. Adjoining the property is about 3.27 acres of paddock land, grounds extending to circa 3.58 acres in all.

Accommodation
A wooden front door opens into a vestibule, in turn stepping up to a welcoming reception hallway laid with oak flooring, and from which the principle reception rooms radiate. To the front of the property a spacious reception room with exposed brick and structural timber trusses is currently utilised as a cinema room, and has an adjoining study area with tall windows, and door into the garage. Also accessed from the reception hall is a useful utility room with space for freestanding appliances and a guest cloakroom off.

At the rear of the property is a fantastic glazed garden room with vaulted ceiling and views and access out to the gardens, proving an ideal space for entertaining. There is access to a laundry room, a wet room with steam shower to service the swimming pool, and a plant room with door to the garden.

In the heart of the house is a most impressive country style breakfast kitchen with shaker style floor and wall cabinetry fitted below granite worktops and with a vast, curved central island with additional storage and occasional seating in its centre. Integrated appliances include a double Neff electric oven with combination oven, De Dietrich induction hob, dishwasher, undercounter fridge and freezer, whilst an AGA provides additional cooking facilities. French doors provide access out to the terrace for al fresco dining, whilst two openings either side of the island provide a partially open plan layout and lead into a comfortable sitting room. The Sitting room is a real feature of this home, with exposed structural timbers, a brick fireplace with double sided mutli fuel stove and tall, dual aspect windows which flood the sitting room and galleried landing above with natural light. Connected to the sitting room is a formal dining room, both rooms benefit underfloor heating.

Stairs rise to a first floor galleried landing which in turn opens into the impressive master bedroom with a range of built in wardrobes and a dressing area leading to a spacious en suite bathroom with jacuzzi bath, dual sink vanity and underfloor heating. There is a further bedroom and a family bathroom to the first floor, and two bedrooms to the second floor, one benefitting an en suite WC.

Outside
Cherry Tree Barn is approached over a tarmac driveway of which rights of access are given to the adjoining properties, leading to a courtyard which provides ample parking for a number of vehicles and access to the double garage which offers a workshop area and storage in the roof. A EV charging point has been installed to the front of the garage. Wonderful landscaped gardens extend to the rear of the property which has shrubs and herbaceous perennials that provide interest and colour throughout the year. The outdoor swimming pool, with patio and timber seating terraces, provides a great space for summer dining which can be accessed directly from the kitchen via French doors. From the terrace area, views extend over the property’s adjoining paddock land. The grounds extend to approximately 3.58 acres and offers a great amenity for the property.

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.

Services
Mains water and electricity are connected. Heating is provided by an oil fired central heating system. Drainage is to a shared private system. Further details available upon request.

We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around 100 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 16/06/2023. Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

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

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

Title numbers DY255105 and DY281730.

The property is subject to covenance further details available upon request.

Local Authority
South Derbyshire District Council

Council Tax Band G.

Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
We understand that there is a public bridleway along the driveway into the woodland behind the property. The property is subject to all rights, wayleaves or easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor's agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – DE73 7JQ

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From Market Place in Melbourne bear right on to High Street, which becomes Ashby Road. After approximately 400m turn right onto Robinsons Hill (B587), then left on to The Common, later becoming Melbourne Lane. Proceed for just over a mile then turn left on to Main Street (B514) and into the village of Ticknall. In under half a mile turn right onto Ingleby Lane opposite The Wheel public house, continuing for approximately 1 mile and Cherry Tree Barn can be found on the right hand side with a stone wall either side of the driveway as identified as Seven Spouts. Follow the driveway and Cherry Tree Barn can be found as the barn attached to the farmhouse in the courtyard.