Summary - 173, THE HILL, MATLOCK, CROMFORD DE4 3QU
2 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Character stone cottage with extensive gardens and a ready-made home office.
Grade II listed stone cottage dating from 1690
Two double bedrooms with large principal bedroom and views
Extensive south-facing front and rear gardens with fruit trees
Converted pigsty/home office with power, light and Cat5 network
Off-street parking for one car; potential to widen subject permissions
Worcester gas boiler approx. 5 years old; multi-fuel stove installed
Listed status restricts alterations and may complicate changes
Large garden but historic fabric will need ongoing sympathetic maintenance
Dating from 1690, this Grade II listed two-bedroom semi-detached cottage combines historic character with practical modern comforts. Exposed stonework, heavy beams and original fireplaces give the rooms a cosy, authentic feel, while a recently fitted Stovax multi-fuel stove and a Worcester gas boiler (c.5 years) provide efficient heating. The former pigsty has been converted to provide a powered, networked outbuilding ideal for a home office, studio or workshop.
The house sits in extensive, largely south-facing gardens with multiple seating areas, mature fruit trees and an attractive elevated outlook towards Riber Castle and the Heights of Abraham. There is off-street parking for one car with potential to widen the driveway subject to permissions. The village centre, primary school, shops and the High Peak Trail are all within easy walking distance, and Derby is around a 30-minute drive away.
Prospective buyers should note the property’s listed status — useful for character but likely to restrict alterations and could complicate extensions or internal changes. Parking is currently for one car and the cottage’s historic construction means ongoing maintenance and sympathetic repairs will be required. The main bedroom is large enough that, subject to permissions, it could be subdivided to create additional accommodation.
This home will suit someone seeking a character-rich cottage with generous gardens, a ready-made home office outbuilding and strong village amenities. It particularly appeals to downsizers or couples who value history and rural walks, and buyers should be prepared to work within listed-building constraints.
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