Charming Three-Bedroom Character Cottage in a Sought-After Village Location
Occupying a prime position on the peaceful Main Street in the picturesque village of Netherseal, this beautifully presented three-bedroom character cottage seamlessly blends original period features with stylish contemporary finishes. Dating back to 1904, the property boasts spacious accommodation including a welcoming living room with original fireplace, a bespoke kitchen with Rangemaster cooker and central island, a modern family bathroom, useful utility/lean-to, and three versatile bedrooms. Outside, a private north-east facing rear garden with patio, lawn and brick-built outhouse provides an ideal space for relaxing and entertaining. Conveniently situated next to the village shop and post office, this charming home offers the perfect balance of rural village living and everyday convenience.
Council Tax Band: Band A (South Derbyshire District Council)
Tenure: Freehold
Built 1904
Garden details: Rear Garden
Electricity supply: Mains
Heating: Electric
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
External Approach
Situated on the quiet Main Street running through the picturesque village of Netherseal, this charming 1904 character cottage enjoys an enviable position next to the local shop and post office. Set within this desirable semi-rural village, the property is accessed via a small step leading through a composite front door into this delightful period home.
Living room 3.84m x 3.01m
Positioned at the front of the property, the attractive living room provides ample space for a range of furniture and has been freshly decorated in crisp white, complemented by stylish herringbone-effect lino flooring. The beautiful original fireplace, featuring ornate tiled inserts and a black surround, creates a wonderful focal point. High ceilings and plenty of natural light, courtesy of the front window and glazed entrance door, enhance the sense of space. The room also benefits from multiple power points, together with internet and telephone connections.
Kitchen 4.21m x 3.03m
The bespoke kitchen truly is the heart of the home. A useful pantry cupboard is located beneath the staircase, opening into a spacious and beautifully designed kitchen. Characterful exposed brickwork, industrial-style silver sockets and light fittings, wooden flooring, under-unit lighting, and stunning patterned tiled splashbacks all combine to create a stylish yet practical space. The splashback tiles complement the central island, contrasting elegantly with the surrounding cabinetry, all designed specifically for this property. Features include a Belfast sink with a gold swan-neck mixer tap, fitted base and wall units, and a Rangemaster cooker.
Vestibule
Featuring original dark quarry tiled flooring, this useful space leads from the kitchen and provides access to the bathroom and lean-to. Ideal for additional storage or as a practical cloak area for coats and shoes.
Utility 2.73m x 1.63m
An excellent utility space with plumbing and multiple power sockets, allowing room for up to three appliances beneath the white worktop. A window into the kitchen, together with glazed ceiling panels and a white uPVC door with glazed inserts leading to the garden, fills the room with natural light. Finished in neutral décor with shelving and power.
Bathroom 2.27m x 1.97m
A beautifully designed contemporary bathroom fitted with quality fixtures and built-in storage. The suite comprises a large Victorian-style porcelain wash hand basin, matching low-level WC with dual flush, and a complementary bath featuring elegant shell-inspired detailing. Decorative floor-to-ceiling wall tiling is enhanced by green feature tiles within the shower area and soft pink tiling surrounding the bath, creating a tasteful and stylish finish.
Bedroom 1 3.79m x 3.01m
Located at the front of the property, the principal bedroom is a generous double featuring an attractive original fireplace finished in black and gold, creating an impressive focal point. The room enjoys views over the front aspect and benefits from built-in storage, grey fitted carpets, white walls, and multiple power sockets.
Bedroom 2 4.17m x 3.04m
Situated in the centre of the property, this spacious double bedroom overlooks the rear garden. Decorated in white with grey fitted carpets, the room also features attractive architraves, a single pendant light fitting, and another beautiful original feature fireplace.
Bedroom 3 3.45m x 1.8m
Accessed via Bedroom Two, this versatile room could serve as a dressing room, nursery, home office, or single bedroom. Subject to the necessary permissions, it may also offer potential for the installation of an en-suite bathroom. The room overlooks the rear garden and continues the neutral décor with grey fitted carpets and white walls.
Rear Garden
The north-east facing rear garden offers a private outdoor retreat, mainly laid to lawn with a paved patio area ideal for outdoor seating, a pergola or summer house. A useful brick-built outhouse provides additional storage, while attractive brick boundary walls and a pathway connecting the neighbouring properties complete this charming outside space.
Postcode for Sat Navs
DE12 8DA
Local Authority and Council Tax Band
South Derbysire
Band A
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MEASUREMENTS - Room measurements and floor plans are included as a guide to room sizes and are not intended to be used when ordering carpets or flooring.
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STRUCTURAL
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