5-bedroom detached house · DE22 2HH
For saleListed 102 days
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The Balsam is a spacious five-bedroom family home set over three floors, designed with a practical and flowing layout.
At its centre is a large open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with direct garden access, complemented by a separate front lounge for quieter relaxation.
The upper floors offer five well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal suite with dressing room and en-suite, plus two additional en-suite bedrooms and a family bathroom.
The top floor features a private bedroom suite with a snug area and en-suite, which an attached double garage and thoughtful design complete this stylish and functional family home Built by Casamia Homes.
Assisted Move/Part Exchange Consider - Ask For Details Allestree is a very popular residential suburb of Derby, approximately 3 miles from the city centre and provides an excellent range of local amenities including the noted Park Farm shopping centre and bus services.
Local recreational facilities include Woodlands Tennis Club, Allestree Park and Markeaton Park together with Kedleston Golf Course.
Transport links are close by and fast access onto the A6, A38, A50 linking to the M1 motorway. The location is convenient for Rolls Royce, Derby University, Royal Derby Hospital and Toyota.
The Firs is located within the catchment area for the highly regarded Allestree Woodlands School, long respected for its academic standards and strong local reputation.
For primary education, the development falls within the catchment for Portway Infant and Junior Schools, making this an ideal setting for families seeking a well-placed home within one of Allestree’s most established residential areas.
For private education, some of the region’s most established institutions are within easy reach: The Old Vicarage Preparatory School, Derby Grammar School, Derby High School, Repton School, Denstone College.
10 minutes to Derby Train Station with a direct service to London St Pancras in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Welcome To The Firs - The Grand, Plot 7 — Exceptional Five Bedroom Detached Residence at The Firs, Allestree One of just ten exceptional detached homes within The Firs — an exclusive private cul-de-sac positioned directly opposite the rewilded parkland of Allestree Park.
The Grand is the flagship home within the development; a substantial five-bedroom detached residence combining elegant architecture, expansive family living and a bespoke-style specification in one of Derby’s most desirable residential settings.
Built by Casamia Homes, the property has been thoughtfully designed to offer both striking contemporary living and long-term practicality, with generous accommodation including multiple reception spaces, extensive open-plan kitchen/living/dining areas, two dressing rooms, three en-suite bathrooms and a detached double garage.
The Firs enjoys a rare private setting between Allestree and Quarndon, directly opposite the extensive parkland, lakes, woodland walks and nature trails of Allestree Park, offering the rare combination of mature surroundings and established prestige positioning together with the efficiency and ease of a brand-new home.
Unlike many conventional new-build developments, purchasers at The Firs have the opportunity to work alongside the developer to personalise elements of their home prior to completion.
The carefully considered specification includes feature staircases, underfloor heating to the ground floor, flooring throughout, quartz or granite work surfaces, Crosswater sanitaryware, SOLUS tiling, solar PV, electric vehicle charging points, double garages and landscaped gardens.
Purchasers may also tailor their home with options including smart home integration, cinema rooms, media walls, air conditioning, installed hot tubs, feature fireplaces, Crittall-style doors and a wide choice of kitchen, flooring and bathroom upgrades.
Ground Floor — Entrance hallway, formal lounge, office/snug, WC, utility room and stunning open-plan kitchen/living/dining space with direct garden access.
First Floor — Principal bedroom suite with dressing room and en-suite, guest suite with en-suite, two further bedrooms and family bathroom.
Second Floor — Further bedroom suite occupying the entire upper floor with dressing room and en-suite shower room.
Externally, the property benefits from a substantial landscaped garden, parking for three cars side-by-side and a detached double garage with double-width sectional door.
Derby Railway Station is approximately 10 minutes away, offering direct services to London St Pancras in around 1 hour 30 minutes, whilst East Midlands International Airport can be reached in approximately 25 minutes.
The development is also ideally positioned for access to highly regarded schooling, including The Old Vicarage Preparatory School, Derby Grammar School, Derby High School, Repton School, Denstone College and Woodlands School, together with leisure facilities including David Lloyd and Nuffield Health at Pride Park.
Following a strong launch, early reservations have already been secured, with proceedable purchasers able to reserve forthcoming plots in advance of release.
Visit and navigate through to The Firs' interactive app www.thefirs.app A rare opportunity to secure a truly special home within one of Derbyshire’s most exclusive new residential developments.
Hall - 4.8 x 2.4 (15'8" x 7'10") - Lounge - 4.6 into bay x 3.8 (15'1" into bay x 12'5") - Kitchen/Diner - 7.9 x 6.1 (25'11" x 20'0") - Living - 4.1 x 3.8 (13'5" x 12'5") - Utility - 4.3 x 1.9 (14'1" x 6'2") - Bedroom One - 4.4 into doorway x 3.8 (14'5" into doorway x 12'5" - Dressing Room - 2.1 x 1.4 (6'10" x 4'7") - En-Suite - 2.1 x 1.8 (6'10" x 5'10") - Bedroom Two - 3.8 x 3.6 (12'5" x 11'9") - En-Suite - 2.8 x 1.2 (9'2" x 3'11") - Bedroom Three - 3.6 x 3.6 (11'9" x 11'9") - Bedroom Four - 3.8 x 3.0 (12'5" x 9'10") - Family Bathroom - 3.6 x 2.2 (11'9" x 7'2") - Guest Bedroom Five - 4.5 into slope x 3.6 (14'9" into slope x 11'9") - Guest En-Suite - 3.6 x 2.8 into slope and shower (11'9" x 9'2" into - Snug - 4.3 into slope x 2.3 (14'1" into slope x 7'6") - Garden - Lawn, patio and fencing.
Driveway - Block Paved Driveway Double Garage - 6m x 6m (19'8" x 19'8") - Please Note - All measurements are approximate, taken from architects drawings and rounded to the nearest 100mm.
Dimensions shown represent the maximum room sizes (for example into bay windows where applicable). Images and floor plans are for illustrative purposes only.
Casamia Homes reserves the right to make changes without notice. Council Tax Band - Derby City - To Be Confirmed
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