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This beautifully presented two‐bedroom stone cottage is offered For Sale in the sought‐after small village of Two Dales situated on the edge of the Peak District.
The home accommodates two generous double bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a south‐facing rear garden complete with an outdoor store.
Recently improved throughout, the home benefits from a full electrical rewire and newly fitted carpets, creating a move‐in‐ready space with plenty of charm. On Street Parking is available.
Viewing Highly Recommended. Location Situated just off the A6, three miles north of Matlock and five miles south of Bakewell, lies the small village of Two Dales.
The village has a friendly community with shops, post office, a garage, a doctor's surgery, cafe and The Plough Inn, a popular pub serving real ales and food.
There is easy access to the A6 and the Peak District with superb walks on the doorstep.
Ground Floor From Ryecroft itself, a wrought iron gate opens to the paved foregarden leading directly to the part glazed composite door Living Room (4.06m x 3.64m) A bright and welcoming room featuring stone flooring and a uPVC double‐glazed window to the front aspect.
An exposed red‐brick chimney breast with a raised stone hearth houses the multi‐fuel stove, adding warmth and character.
The space includes a pendant ceiling light, wall lights set into the chimney recess, and a TV point. Plumbing is already in place should you wish to install a radiator beneath the window.
Kitchen (4.18m x 3.72m) This contemporary kitchen is finished with anti‐slip wood‐effect tiled flooring and solid Oak cabinetry, complete with coordinating Oak worktops and upstands.
The exposed red‐brick wall adds warmth and texture, complemented by an inset sink and swan‐neck mixer tap positioned beneath the uPVC window with a lovely view of the rear garden.
There’s room for a tall fridge‐freezer, plus plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher. Integrated appliances include a Stoves electric oven, four‐ring gas hob and extractor hood.
A handy under stairs pantry with shelving sits just off the kitchen, and a part‐glazed uPVC door opens directly to the rear garden.
First Floor Stairs with Oak and handrail rise from the inner hallway to the first‐floor landing, passing a rear uPVC window that brings in natural light.
Doors lead to the bathroom and Bedroom One (3.62m x 3.28m) A generous double bedroom with wood‐effect flooring and large front‐facing uPVC window that fills the space with natural light.
A pendant ceiling light and two wall lights create a cosy ambience, while fitted wardrobes provide practical shelving and hanging storage.
Shower Room (3.66m x 2.21m) This generously sized shower room is finished with stone‐effect tiled flooring and includes a stylish three‐piece suite: A dual‐flush WC with concealed cistern, a vanity basin with built‐in storage, and a walk‐in waterfall shower framed by dark‐wood mermaid panelling.
Ceiling spotlights provide a clean, contemporary feel, and an obscure rear‐facing window offers natural light and privacy.
Second Floor Stairs continue from the first‐floor landing to the second floor with Velux light, where panelled doors open to bedroom two and Bathroom (2.18m x 2.13m) A contemporary bathroom suite comprising panelled bath with shower over and decorative tiled splashback, dual‐flush WC, and a wall‐hung sink with storage cupboards beneath.
Includes a ladder‐style heated towel rail, Velux window, and an under‐eaves storage cupboard.
Finished with inset spotlights and tiled flooring Bedroom Two (3.71m x 3.28m) A well‐appointed second double bedroom with wooden flooring, under‐eaves storage, and a Velux window providing excellent natural light.
Council Tax Information We are informed by Derbyshire Dales District Council that this home falls within Council Tax Band B which is currently £1841.28 per annum.
Garden To the front of the property is a paved foregarden, offering a neat and low‐maintenance approach to the home.
The south‐facing rear garden is designed for easy upkeep and year‐round enjoyment, featuring a paved seating terrace with steps leading down to an astro‐turfed area, ideal as a second seating or entertaining space.
At the bottom of the garden is access to a useful outdoor store, complete with power and lighting, providing practical storage for gardening tools and equipment.
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