3, Oaker Road, Matlock, DE4 2JQ

Standing semi-detached with brick and spar dashed elevations, this well proportioned family home is situated to an edge of village location providing superb uninterrupted countryside views from both the front and rear.

There is off road parking and gardens to both front and back.

The accommodation, which offers any new owner the opportunity to upgrade, comprises entrance hallway, downstairs WC, sitting room, dining kitchen and utility porch at ground floor level, with three bedrooms and shower room upstairs.

The property is ideally suited to the growing family, professional couple or those seeking a semi-rural spot close to open countryside, and a viewing is highly recommended.

South Darley is considered one of the more popular residential locations being handy for open countryside and being well placed for the amenities of Darley Dale and Matlock, whilst also remaining handy for travelling to Bakewell, Chesterfield and for commuting to the city of Sheffield, Derby and Nottingham.

The village also has the benefit of a good primary school.

Accommodation A part glazed uPVC front door opens to an entrance hallway with attractive stained glass window depicting an owl, stairs rising to the first floor, and door opening to a useful...

Cloakroom / WC - with WC, shelf storage and side facing window. There is also the wall mounted gas fired boiler, which serves the central heating and hot water system.

Sitting room – 3.94m x 3.63m (12’ 11” x 11’ 11”) a spacious room with broad front facing window providing super uninterrupted views over the surrounding countryside, with the “toothbrush” on the horizon.

There are picture rails, and as a focal point to the room an ornate wooden fire surround with tiled back and hearth housing an inset gas fire.

Dining kitchen 5.74m x 3.70m (18’ 10” x 12’ 2”) – again, well proportioned with rear facing window overlooking the rear garden and countryside beyond.

There are picture rails and a brick fireplace to the chimney breast with wooden mantel and hearth which houses a wood burning stove.

Open to the dining room is the… Kitchen area – fitted with a range of cupboards, drawers and work surfaces which incorporate a stainless steel sink unit.

There is a free standing gas cooker, plus built-in fridge.

The ceiling is clad in varnished pine, a window overlooks the side of the property, and a part glazed wooden door opens to the… Utility porch – 2.17m x 1.56m (7’ 1” x 5’ 1”) an extension to the original house, with ceiling clad in varnished pine, windows to each elevation, plumbing for an automatic washing machine and ample space for boot and coat storage.

A part glazed uPVC door allows external access to and from the rear. From the entrance hallway, stairs rise to the first floor landing with window to the side.

Shower room – fitted with a white suite to include a double width walk-in shower cubicle with glazed screen, WC and wash hand basin set to a vanity cabinet. Rear facing obscure glazed window.

Bedroom 1 – 3.60m x 3.63m (12’ 2” x 11’ 11”) a rear facing double bedroom with built-in storage and picture rails. Delightful countryside views.

Bedroom 2 – 3.94m x 3.63m (12’ 11” x 11’ 11”) a larger double bedroom, with picture rails and front facing with stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Bedroom 3 – 2.12m x 2.06m (6’ 11” x 6’ 9”) a good sized single bedroom with front facing window and similar views.

Outside & Parking To the front of the property, tarmac hardstanding provides ample parking for vehicles and provides access to the rear.

The front garden has been landscaped for ease of maintenance with occasional planted beds and borders to a gravel surface. The garden is bounded by attractive dry stone walls.

The generous rear gardens have been landscaped with vegetable and fruit production in mind.

There are six good sized and easily accessible raised beds, plus patio area with greenhouse, also an ideal area for relaxation and enjoying the garden and views.

Additional raised beds and borders are also planted to provide colour and interest through the seasons. Two outbuildings provide useful storage for gardening equipment.

All in all, the garden provides ample opportunity for the green fingered enthusiast and those looking for a self-sufficient lifestyle. Beyond the garden are delightful views of open countryside.

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 – to be confirmed 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 the A6 Bakewell Road north towards Darley Dale. After passing St Elphin’s Park, turn left onto Old Road.

At the following crossroads, turn left onto Main Road and follow the road to Darley Bridge, cross over the bridge and continue on Main Road through the village and onto Eversleigh Rise.

Continue on before turning left onto Oaker Road. No. 3 can be found on the left hand side, identified by the agents For Sale board.

What3words – discloses.airless.area Viewing – Strictly by prior arrangement with the Matlock office . Ref: FTM10996