11, Turnpike Close, Matlock, DE4 3DR

Standing within a cul-de-sac adjacent to the newly constructed Fire Station, this former fire service residence presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a conveniently situated family home.

The detached property is built of brick beneath a tiled roof and provides well proportioned three bedroom accommodation, recently decorated and carpeted throughout.

There is room for further extension, if required and subject to any necessary consents, the property standing to a particularly generous corner plot principally laid to grass and fronting Chesterfield Road.

There is parking for one vehicle allocated within the cul-de-sac.

Turnpike Close lies less than half a mile from Matlock’s town centre facilities, handy for nearby primary schooling, and with ready access to the delights of the surrounding Derbyshire Dales countryside.

Good road links lead to the neighbouring market towns of Bakewell (8 miles), Chesterfield (10 miles), Alfreton (8 miles), whilst the cities of Sheffield, Derby and Nottingham are each considered to be within daily commuting distance.

Accommodation Entrance hall – with access from the front, stairs leading off to the first floor and window for natural light.

A door opens to a… Downstairs WC – fitted with a WC, plus window to the side.

Fitted kitchen – 2.85m x 2.70m (9’ 4” x 8’ 10”) the measurements not including the pantry recess situated by the side door leading to the outside.

There is a range of modern fitted cupboards, drawers and work surfaces, together with a 5-ring gas hob, extractor hood above and electric oven beneath.

There are positions for other white goods and rear aspect window allowing a pleasing outlook across the gardens.

Dining room – 3.45m x 2.85m (11’ 4” x 9’ 4”) enjoying good natural light and an open outlook across the spacious corner plot.

Bi-fold doors open to the… Sitting room – 4.77m x 3.26m (15’ 8” x 10’ 8”) with a broad window allowing a similar outlook towards and beyond the neighbouring houses of Chesterfield Road and the grounds of the generous plot.

There is a second window to the front allowing good natural light, and access from the hallway.

From the entrance hall, stairs rise to the first floor landing which includes a built-in cupboard housing the gas fired combination boiler.

Bathroom – fitted with a white suite to include bath with electric shower over, wash hand basin and WC.

Bedroom 1 – 4.77m x 3.26m (15’ 8” x 10’ 8”) a good sized double bedroom with dual aspect windows, the rear enjoying views beyond nearby rooftops towards Bonsall Moor.

Bedroom 2 – 3.45m x 2.85m (11’ 4” x 9’ 4”) a second double bedroom, enjoying similar views to the rear. Bedroom 3 – 2.85m x 2.70m (9’ 4” x 8’ 10”) a good sized single room with similar rear views.

Outside & parking The house has the benefit of a substantial area of garden, the corner plot set within timber rail boundaries and including a range of mature shrubs and trees which add height and interest.

The plot size perhaps offers opportunity for extension of the house, if required, albeit subject to gaining the necessary planning consents.

There is allocated parking for one vehicle within the cul-de-sac.

Tenure – Freehold services – All mains services are available to the property, which enjoys the benefit of gas fired central heating and uPVC double glazing.

No specific test has been made on the services or their distribution.

EPC rating – Current 65D / Potential 77C council tax – Band C fixtures & fittings – Only the fixtures and fittings mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale.

Certain other items may be taken at valuation if required. No specific test has been made on any appliance either included or available by negotiation.

Directions – From Matlock Crown Square, take Causeway Lane before turning left at the mini-roundabout onto Steep Turnpike. Rise up the hill and at the t-junction turn left onto Chesterfield Road.

Proceed past the new Fire Station and Turnpike Close can be found on the right hand side. No. 11 being the second property on the right.

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