Detached house for sale in Main Street, Egginton DE65

Nestled on a gravel driveway, Yew Trees radiates charm as a quintessential English village home. Its symmetrical façade hints alluringly at country life within, beckoning passersby inside for a peek. Crossing the threshold reveals a welcoming warmth, illuminated by the soft muted colour palette of the entry hallway. An undeniable cosiness pervades this handsome period residence.

Recently expanded in the early 2000s, the home’s proportions surprise delightfully. Sunlight floods through plentiful windows, bathing the interior in a bright, airy glow. To the right, French doors open to a formal dining room where a fireplace promises cosy gatherings. An archway leads to an intimate study, perfect for quiet reflection.

The kitchen dazzles as the heart of the home with bountiful space for family life. Views of the gardens and breakfast bar enhance the functionality, while the pantry and adjacent utility room provide ample storage.

Across the hall, the capacious sitting room beckons with its own fireplace and possibilities for curling up with a good book. For entertaining, the conservatory doors open the space to the large southeast-facing garden. On sunny days, children and pets can freely wander while adults relax over tea or wine and convivial conversation.

A handsome staircase ascends from the light-filled hallway, framed by windows overlooking the verdant gardens and paddocks beyond. The peaceful master suite provides an oasis of calm with built-in storage and a beautifully appointed en-suite bath. Three additional well-appointed bedrooms accommodate guests, with the original master suite now a second bedroom with built-in storage and private en-suite facilities. A family bathroom completes the accommodations.

Outside, the garden delights. Meticulously nurtured beds burst with blooms and greenery. Fruit trees and berry bushes thrive in a section tailored for kitchen gardening. At the front, a gravel drive offers parking and access to the garage and rear grounds.

Idyllically situated in Egginton village, the home promises village lifestyle while remaining commutable to major hubs. Local shops, schools and recreation are all close by for convenience. This handsome historic home presents a unique opportunity to own an expansive family home and create lasting memories in an iconic country setting.

Location

Egginton is a quiet semi-rural village with an idyllic country feel. It lies some 4 miles north of Burton upon Trent and approx. 8 miles southwest of the city of Derby in the Trent valley. Formerly a farming village, the village is today more a commuter village, great for families with an excellent local primary school in the village and having the John Port Spencer academy in the nearby village of Etwall. Private independent schools are available in the nearby village of Repton, with Derby High and Grammar being within an easy drive. There is good access to the A38 and A50 for the local commercial centres of Nottingham, Stoke on Trent, Derby and Birmingham. The village has a beautiful Church having its origins in the 1290's and being restored in the 1890's. There are lovely walks around the village and surrounding countryside. The close villages of Willington, Hilton and Etwall offer doctors, dentists, and supermarkets, with Mercia marina being a short drive away with its boutique shops, restaurants and coffee houses.