Detached House
FOR SALE BY AUCTION: THURSDAY 10TH JULY
AT IPRO STADIUM, DERBY
COMMENCING AT 11.30 AM
DRAFT DETAILS ONLY.
Halcyon Cottage stands alone on the west side of Duffield Bank, facing westwards and having panoramic views over Duffield, the Chevin and beyond.
The house, which was originally constructed of stone but has a later brick addition, provides accommodation comprising two reception rooms, kitchen, bathroom and three bedrooms, together with a lower ground floor, a detached stone built garage and a terraced style rear garden. The house is subject to a protected tenancy which commenced in 1982.
The adjoining field of 11.28 acres is sold subject to a summer grazing agreement which expires on 31st October. It has a predominantly westerly slope extending down to and with frontage to the River Derwent.
This is a rare investment opportunity, the like of which does not come to the market very frequently. It occupies an outstanding, highly desirable rural location. In more detail the accommodation provides –
Entrance Hall
With stairs off to first floor.
Sitting Room 13'6" approx. x 13'4" approx.
Exposed beam to ceiling, west facing window with extensive views over the Derwent Valley.
Bathroom
With usual suite of fittings.
Inner Lobby
With access to lower ground floor.
Dining Room 12'2" x 11'1"
With west and south facing windows.
Kitchen 7'9" x 6'9"
Stairs to First Floor
With a central landing.
Bedroom One 13'6" x 13'4"
Bedroom Two 12' x 11'
Bedroom Three 13'8" x 10'4" plus recess
From the entrance hall a staircase descends to the Lower Ground Floor and a –
Single Room
To the west side (approx. 12' x 11') and with door to garden.
Outside
The property is set at a slightly lower level from the road, behind a stone retaining wall beneath which is a gravelled terrace.
The rear garden largely comprises a gravel terrace interspersed with trees and enjoying westward views over the valley.
Detached Garage of stone and tile construction. The considerable void beneath has no external access although there is evidence to suggest that this was formerly the case.
The field adjoins the terrace and extends down to the River Derwent. It also has separate road access and extends to about 11.28 acres.
The total area of the property is believed to be approximately 11.4 acres.
Tenancy Details
The house and garden are the subject of a statutory tenancy in favour of Mrs J. Holt who has been in occupation since 1982, at a calendar monthly rent of £99.66.
The field is subject to a summer grazing agreement which expires on 31st October.
Location
If approaching from Derby take the A6 through Allestree and into Duffield. Shortly after the traffic lights at the end of Broadway turn right by the Baptist chapel and right again following the road over the railway and river bridges and then bearing left up the hill onto Duffield Bank. After the speed derestriction sign the property will be found on the left hand side after some 200 yards approximately.
Vendors Solicitors/Licensed Conveyancers
Robinsons, St. James Court, Friar Gate, Derby DE1 1BT – telephone 01332-291431
Tenure
Freehold. Subject to occupancies.
Conditions Of Sale
The Conditions of Sale will be deposited at the offices of the auctioneers and vendors solicitors/licensed conveyancers seven days prior to sale and the purchaser shall be deemed to have knowledge of same whether inspected or not. Any questions relating to them must be raised prior to 11.30 am. Prospective purchasers are advised to check with the auctioneers before the sale that the property is neither sold nor withdrawn.
The purchaser will also be deemed to have read and understood the auction conduct notes printed within the sale catalogue.
Note
Prospective purchasers will need to register within the auction room before the sale commences. Two items of identity will be required together with an indication of how a contractual deposit will be paid. We do not take cash deposits.
The sale of each lot is subject to a buyers contract handling fee of £750 (inc VAT) payable on the fall of the hammer.
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Outstanding investment opportunity
Highly desirable, much sought after location with extensive views
Stone built three bedroomed detached house with garaging
11.25 acres approximately (subject to summer grazing agreement)
House subject to a protected tenancy
EPC Rating : G
