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YEW TREE FARM
Yew Tree farm is an exceptional equestrian property set in an area of outstanding natural beauty within the Peak District National Park. Complete with a characterful three-bedroom farmhouse with the addition of an attached one-bedroom cottage, this estate is set behind a private gated entrance, within extensive grounds of over 20 acres, yet just moments away from excellent transport links. The property boasts outstanding facilities including extensive stabling, two all-weather arenas, turnout areas, and acres of paddocks. This is a lifestyle property rarely seen. New owners could choose to run a professional yard or livery business or benefit from the possibility of further recreational development subject to the relevant planning. Yew Tree Farm, Thatchers Lane Cover.indd 4
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Approached by a private secluded access road, close to the pretty Derbyshire village of Tansley and neighbouring the historic market town of Matlock, Yew Tree Farm occupies a rural and tranquil setting encircled by its own grounds. The main residence is believed to date back to the 1700s which the current owners have transformed into a beautiful and timeless family home, perfect for contemporary living whilst still retaining its period farmhouse features. The rooms are well proportioned, light and airy, offering three double bedrooms and open reception areas, perfect for casual and formal gatherings alike. Attached to the farmhouse is Fox Cottage. Originally the cow barn with hayloft above the building’s charm and features have been sympathetically preserved. Recent renovations have provided a one-bedroom cottage with an open plan lounge and kitchen. Having residential usage this property provides additional accommodation to the main house. The current owners use the cottage as a very successful holiday let. This would appeal to owners and investors alike.
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The equestrian facilities are truly impressive with eleven large well-constructed stables on three interlinking sites, all of which have mains electricity, water and drainage. There is a further detached stable and two field shelters, three spacious tack rooms, horse wash facilities, and an external workshop, one with a kitchen area, toilet and washroom facilities. The kitchen area is fitted with a gas combi boiler providing both hot water to the yard and heating to the tackroom, workshop, kitchen/toilet area and workshop. The stunning fenced grounds include two allweather immaculately kept arenas, extensive paddocks with running water to each, fields and wide spread woodland to the rear of the property’s boundary. In addition, the property also boasts a garage, detached stone storeroom, log store, and garden sheds. This is an amazing opportunity to acquire a stunning equestrian property with outstanding facilities on the outskirts of Matlock. The location is rural, overlooking open idyllic Derbyshire countryside yet within easy reach of all the amenities the local town and village has to offer. Major road links are easily accessible and given the property’s central midlands location, the majority of the country’s destinations are within easy reach.
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GROUND FLOOR As you enter the side entrance of this home through the pretty cottage garden you are immediately struck by its light and airy feel. This property’s age is often synonymous with small room sizes however, the reception areas are generous and flow seamlessly giving a feeling of openness. This garden room offers versatility and could be utilised for a variety of purposes such as a dining room, office, or simply a place to unwind whilst taking in the wildlife outside. The garden room leads through to the open plan breakfast kitchen, clearly the heart of the home and is complete with a gas fired aga and electric aga Companion, solid oak units throughout, and a tiled floor. A doorway to the left opens to a useful boot room giving access to a large home office, utility room with doorway leading to the outside. To the right of the kitchen is a hallway leading to the front door of the property. Here there is a convenient downstairs cloakroom and the staircase which rises to the first floor. The hallway opens into the beautifully spacious lounge which overlooks both the side and rear of the property allowing for stunning views across the gardens and countryside beyond. Complete with a Clear View log burner this room is welcoming, cosy, yet spacious. The ceiling heights in this property are generous and coupled with large windows there is an air of great openness. A doorway from the lounge leads through to the attached Fox Cottage.
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SELLER INSIGHT Built in the 1700s, Yew Tree Farm is a beautiful three-bedroom stone-built period home that also boasts a one-bedroom cottage, around twenty-five acres of land, superb equestrian facilities and the most breathtaking countryside views. “We bought the property thirteen years ago and back then I’d say that the setting was definitely one of the biggest attractions,” says the owner. “The property sits on the rural fringes of Matlock, close to the centre of the pretty village of Tansley on the southern edge of the Peak District, and we’re completely enveloped by our land. It’s like living in our own little world, a real slice of paradise. However, at the same time we’re not too far from a fantastic array of shops and amenities, the local road and rail links are excellent, and being almost slap bang in the middle of the country makes it ideal for all equestrian activities. In terms of location, I’d say this would be very hard to beat.” “The house was just lovely when we bought it, however we have made a few changes here and there just to make it more conducive to modern life, but nothing too major. A lot of the stone-built houses in the area tend to have lots of very small rooms and therefore can feel quite pokey, but this is the exception to that rule. The rooms are really nicely proportioned and they flow very well so it has a good feeling of space throughout. The biggest changes we’ve made have actually been outside, and I’d say that it’s that work that has made the property so outstanding. We originally only had around four acres so we purchased more land and installed some really quite exceptional equestrian facilities. We have a number of stables, two manèges, fields and paddocks, field storage and a huge open-fronted barn. All my life I’ve wanted a really top-notch equestrian property, and here I’ve been able to fully indulge my dream.” “The equestrian side of things is what really makes this property very special to me, but it’s a place that has a wealth of potential. The new owners could run a professional yard or a livery business; during our time here we’ve had an array of animals including pigs and sheep but and we’ve also looked into the idea of creating a glamping business which could be an exciting opportunity for the new owners. The possibilities are endless.” “The kitchen is the heart of our home and it’s a lovely big duel aspect room that’s always wonderfully light and bright. It catches both the morning and evening sun and has a tremendous view out across our land.” Favourite aspect of the grounds or surrounding area: “I love the fact that at home we can enjoy total and utter peace and privacy, and yet we’ve never felt isolated. Everything we need is within easy reach so we’re able to enjoy the best of both worlds.” “The cottage is a lovely feature of the property. It’s attached to the main house and it can be accessed via a door in the lounge, but it also has its own separate access. We use it for visiting guests and out youngest son lived in it for a spell, currently it is a great little Airbnb.” “What will we miss? Everything,” says the owner. “Being able to keep my horses at home has been wonderful, being surrounded by all of this stunning land that belongs to just us has been a real joy, and the house has been a fantastic home. We’re going to be very sad to leave.”* * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property.They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
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FIRST FLOOR Leading from the central hallway the painted wooden staircase rises to the first floor where there are three bedrooms, one with a contemporary ensuite shower room and the family bathroom.
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FOX COTTAGE Attached to the main property is the pretty Fox Cottage. Having its own entrance at the side of the property allows the current owners to have privacy and seclusion from visitors yet has the added advantage of being able to be accessed from inside the farmhouse itself. This cottage offers flexible accommodation and can either be utilised as ancillary space to the main home or the possibility of a holiday let. The cottage is complete with a dining kitchen which opens into the characterful lounge with exposed beams. Upstairs, there is a spacious double bedroom and ensuite shower room. The cottage has its own parking area and garden, including a prettily maintained pond with a stream running through.
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Outside and Equestrian Facilities The outside space Yew Tree Farm offers is truly spectacular and is the highlight of this property. The property and grounds have the advantage of two gated entrances, one of which is electric and is directly accessed from the A615, the main Nottingham Road creating ease of access for larger vehicles, perfect for those taking part in equestrian activities, as well as privacy, security, and seclusion. The more private entrance close to the property itself gives access to local hacking trails without the need for veering close to the main road. The grounds have extensive parking and turning areas in multiple locations, both at the property itself and within the land surrounding it. There is the addition of a wooden barn built by The Stable Company which the current owners use as garaging. The home is set in its own formal cottage gardens with a patio area to the rear, perfect for alfresco dining in the summer months. Here there is a large lawned area bordered by a variety of pretty mature trees, shrubs and plants which overlooks the acres of immaculately kept equestrian land beyond. To the front of the property is a delightful stream and pond with a sitting area. There are multiple stone store sheds, currently utilised for garden equipment and log store as well as a detached stone outbuilding close to the main property. This is currently used as a store room but is hugely versatile and would provide new owners with multiple possibilities. The equestrian facilities are extremely impressive offering in total over 20 acres of fenced land and paddocks. In 2014 the current owners purchased additional land which was previously a garden centre. The land has been beautifully transformed into multiple paddocks with running water to each. In addition to this is a large expanse of woodland at the rear boundary. Within this land are five of the stables (Monarch), a tack room and a two bay open fronted barn. Being interlinked to the property, this would provide the perfect opportunity for a livery business or smallholding. This site has a further wooden building, originally used as the garden centre office and has the benefits of mains facilities and internet access. Further facilities include a large gravel car park and large polytunnel.
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LOCAL AREA The property lies in a rural location with the utmost privacy yet just moments away from many local amenities. Tansley is situated on the edge of Tansley Moor, in stunning Peak District countryside, one and a half miles east of Matlock. It straddles the main road to Alfreton where the A38 and M1 are within easy reach providing access to both the north and the south. The rail links too are excellent with Matlock and Alfreton not too far away. Tansley is a popular destination for visitors due to its beautiful scenery, group of nurseries and garden centres, and an array of good caravan and camping sites around the village. There is no shortage of places to eat locally and there are three public houses to choose from. Tansley has a lovely community spirit. There are many village activities including the amateur theatre group known as the Tansley Players, walking and cycling groups and the annual well dressings each July. The local walks, bridle paths, quiet country lanes and leisure activities are extensive. There are many opportunities for exploring the local heritage and history. The divided landscape has something for everyone from the windswept moors in the north of the Peaks, known as the Dark Peak to the softer green meadows of the White Peak in the South. Visitors flood here to explore the local heritage whether it be visiting the historic local mills, some of which date to the 1600s, strolling the beautiful canal walks, or visiting some of Derbyshire’s spectacular country houses a little further afield. The closest of which is the eminent Chatsworth House and the stunning medieval manor, Haddon Hall. Both of these stately homes have inspired filmmakers, authors and painters over the centuries and are synonymous with the history of the area. The local area is surrounded by pretty villages to explore. One of the closest being the delightful hilltop village of Riber. Riber Castle, built by John Smedley in 1862, dominates the Derwent valley and sits high on the edge of the hill and is a stunning sight. The places to visit are endless. The local schools in the area too are well renowned and Tansley itself boasts its own primary school. Slightly further afield there is also an excellent independent prep school in the nearby town of Bakewell, which again gives easy access to local transport hubs such as Sheffield, Buxton and Manchester.
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LOCATION
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INFORMATION Services The property benefits from mains water and drainage Gas fired central heating Tenure Freehold Local Authority Derbyshire Dales Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01332 973 888 Website For more information visit www.fineandcounntry.com/uk/ derbyshire Opening Hours Monday to Friday Saturday Sunday
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 03.06.2021
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FINE & COUNTRY
PIP HOLDEN PARTNER AGENT
Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in over 300 locations, spanning Europe, Australia, Africa and Asia, we combine widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals. Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation – leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property. This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques. We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.
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Fine & Country Derbyshire 07970 926 418 email: pip.holden@fineandcountry.com Pip is a great communicator and prides herself on keeping in touch with both buyers and sellers alike. She loves to help buyers find the property of their dreams and can offer expert advice on premium locations across Derbyshire having lived across the County over the last 40 years.
ARMA KANG PARTNER AGENT
Fine & Country Derbyshire 07852 877 164 email: arma.kang@fineandcountry.com Throughout his 20-year career within the property industry to date, Arma brings all the qualities you need for a successful home move. Arma specialises in high exposure technologies and regularly attends national training sessions to showcase new marketing technologies so he is at the forefront of cuttingedge technology when it comes to finding the right buyer. A strong believer in the power of positivity, Arma is dedicated to working with you on a consultative level from start to finish to achieve the results that you require.
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