SELLER INSIGHT

This stunning Grade II listed home perched on the edge of a hill in the Ecclesbourne valley with views over Biggin and towards Hulland Ward has been in the ownership of the Blackwall family since it was built circa sixteenth century. A three-storey Georgian-fronted English country house with east and west wings, benefitting from a recently renovated modern kitchen and features a beautiful connected self-contained three-bedroom property. As its first time to market Blackwall House presents the most incredible opportunity for someone to invest in a unique property with a fully traceable history. ‘My husband spent his childhood here and we moved in two years ago – it’s a very special place. The house is charming and spacious with a great feeling of cosiness and comfort.’ ‘The rural location is blissfully quiet, and the extensive grounds provide a high level of privacy – the views really are stunning too. The sun trap of the patio feels almost Mediterranean and is a great place to enjoy a barbecue or sip a sundowner on a summers evening. The plot features a wonderfully mature orchard, a mulberry bush and other large trees including a monkey puzzle,’ says Mrs Blackwall.

‘The house frontage with its Georgian façade and balustrade is hugely attractive and stunning to look at while taking a stroll on the lower lawn.’

‘South facing Blackwall House offers abundant space, beautiful views, and a great deal of peace and quiet. We’ve loved having space for chickens and growing our own fruit and vegetables.’

‘Highlights of living here include entertaining in the formal dining room, cosying up in the sitting room with the log burner crackling away, cooking Christmas dinner in the open-plan kitchen and sunbathing and picnics in the garden.’

‘Although rural the house is close to amenities in Ashbourne and Wirksworth, two great towns with all sorts of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants. The local village of Kirk Ireton has a lovely local pub and a small shop. There are good local walks with great pubs to discover – Carsington Reservoir is right on the doorstep. Derby is only a short drive away at 20-minutes.’*