3 bed cottage for sale

Highfield Lane, Derby DE21

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Offers over £195,000

Features:
- Character property within a quiet conservation area
- Bespoke wooden double glazed windows
- Master bedroom ensuite
- Spacious kitchen with character bricked chimney framing a freestanding double oven, and breakfast bar
- Three good-sized bedrooms
- Floral cottage front and rear garden
- Indian sandstone paving with decking
- Large living room
- Original wooden doors and handles
- Perfect for commuters to Rolls Royce, Derby city centre, Nottingham A38 access and walking distance to Pride Park, Costco & Wyvern retail park

Property Description

Tucked away in a peaceful cul-de-sac within a sought-after conservation area, this locally listed former railway cottage built in 1865 seamlessly blends original Victorian features with modern comfort. Offering excellent access to Derby city centre, Rolls Royce commuting and walking distance to Wyvern retail park and Pride Park stadium. This is a home that combines a quiet neighbourhood with period charm and practical contemporary living.

Lovingly restored and sympathetically modernised both inside and out, the property retains many original features, including high ceilings and internal wooden doors. Beneath its traditional slate roof, the home benefits from gas central heating via a combi boiler (fitted new in 2024) with double-glazed windows throughout. The front-facing windows have been custom made from wood to replicate the original 1865 design, with stunning deeper framing.

Lounge
The spacious lounge retains its original fitted pine cupboards with a gas fire, creating a warm and characterful living space.

Kitchen
Spacious traditional cottage kitchen with brass handles, brick fireplace with wood lintel framing a freestanding double oven, breakfast bar, and built in pantry with wooden shelves for additional storage.

Bathroom
The bathroom offers a touch of luxury, featuring an extra-deep double-ended bath with electric shower, complemented by elegant Porcelanosa tiling.

Conservatory
Spacious double glazed conservatory ideal as a dining room or gym space, providing views and access to the rear garden.

First Floor

Stairway
Behind an original restored door, the staircase rises to the first-floor landing, providing access to three well-proportioned bedrooms and the loft space.

Master Bedroom
The principal bedroom overlooks the rear garden. A restored period door leads to a useful en-suite WC with wash basin.

Second Bedroom
The second double bedroom has been restored to reveal the original fireplace alcove, features a bespoke wooden double glazed window and a waxed wooden floor in keeping with the character.

Third Bedroom
The third bedroom is generously sized, comfortably accommodating a full single bed while still offering space for additional storage furniture or a home office setup. Features include bespoke wooden double glazed window and a waxed wooden floor.

Loft
The loft is accessed via a fitted retractable ladder and benefits from lighting, insulation and a boarded floor, providing excellent additional storage.

Front Garden
Outside, the front garden is enclosed by a white picket fencing with matching gate and a landscaped lawn, lavenders and foxgloves repeating colours annually for spring and summer.

Rear Garden
The rear garden has been designed for relaxation and privacy. Indian sandstone paving leads through an array of classic English cottage flowers, olive trees, a fruiting pear tree and a mature Japanese cherry blossom tree, stunning in spring. Raised sleeper planting beds include herbs and ferns surrounding a lawned area. The trees and mature bamboo provide privacy to relax on the wooden decked seating area that receives direct sun through to sunset.
Adjacent is a substantial glazed shed with electric connection. A wooden gate at the foot of the garden offers convenient rear access.

Rich in history yet ready for modern family life, this distinctive cottage offers a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented period home with genuine character and exceptional attention to detail.

Property Ownership Information

Tenure

Freehold

Council Tax Band

A

Property Description Disclaimer

This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as "draft". Purplebricks conducts some valuations online and some of our customers prepare their own property descriptions, so if you decide to proceed with a viewing or an offer, please note this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and we may not have been able to visit the property to confirm it. If you require clarification on any point then please contact us, especially if you’re traveling some distance to view. All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.

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