The Coach HouseGrindleford Road | Calver | Hope Valley | S32 3XY

THE COACH HOUSE“Driving around the Peak District as a young man of 19, my husband discovered this house and thought, ‘I love that building’,” says the current owner of The Coach House. “He never dreamt that one day he would own it! Then, on his 40th birthday, we went out for a drive in the Maserati I had bought him, and saw from the top road (no longer in use) that there were people sitting around a swimming pool down below. We thought, ‘How lucky they are to live in a house like that!’, little knowing that some time later it would be us living there in such a wonderful and luxurious home.”

A mid-18th Century Grade II Listed Coach House of local stone with large red brick walled former kitchen gardens in the small parish of stoke. Sympathetic restorations bring elegant style to the fore over two floors with opulent rooms and fine detail. Three bedrooms, fine principle rooms, stunning living kitchen and luxury bathrooms. Swimming pool, formal gardens, garage and paddock. There are fabulous distant views over the derwent towards Chatsworth House.

This Grade II Listed former Coach House circa 1757 lays in the parish of Stoke and formally of the Grade II * Listed Palladian stately mansion, Stoke Hall with its Georgian symmetrical disposition and notable architect James Paine. Listed in the doomsday book, Stoke was first occupied in 1204. Residents include William Cavendish the 1st Duke of Newcastle.

Ground floorSix panelled door opens through a smooth stone recess with shallow overlights revealing the reception hall, glazed to the rear where the eye is drawn through into the courtyard while stairs gently ascend to the Piano Nobile’ (upper floor) and its principle reception rooms. From the hall, a duel aspect morning room/bedroom four with period fireplace, an inner hallway off which are two lovely bedrooms and a luxurious Victoria and Albert bathroom and w/c with volcanic bath.

FIRST FLOORThis with more spectacular views of the parish and beyond begins with a light and spacious gallery landing to an impressive bespoke living kitchen tailored to suit contemporary lifestyle with soft tones of Silver Birch and Manor House Grey contrasting with granite and with appliances discreetly hidden. A large island has substantial beams over, glaz-ing bar sashes show lovely views from a room fit for a comfortable family gathering. Drawing room with shuttered windows to each side while an oval window within in the gable, lifts the eye to substantial exposed timbered king truss and purlins. A tranquil Master bedroom and vaulted shower room w/c.

Seller Insight Driving around the Peak District as a young man of 19, my husband discovered this house and thought, ‘I love that building’,” says the current owner of The Coach House. “He

never dreamt that one day he would own it! Then, on his 40th birthday, we went out for a drive in the Maserati I had bought him, and saw from the top road (no longer in use) that there were people sitting around a swimming pool down below. We thought, ‘How lucky they are to live in a house like that!’, little knowing that some time later it would be us living there in such a wonderful and luxurious home.”

The house itself is beautifully appointed and well presented, with a stunning kitchen and several reception rooms along with 3 luxuriously proportioned bedrooms. “The bathrooms rival those found in 5* hotels!” say the owners. “The gorgeous lounge with its fireplace is very cosy in winter, too. The Coach House is as grand as any National Trust property!”

Having served well as a family home, the house is also ideal for entertaining. “The previous owners, though they had also lived in Stoke Hall, told us that this is the best party house,” say the current owners, “something which we have found to be true for the many celebrations and events we have hosted here. There is as much entertaining space as one could dream of, with the poolside proving a popular place amongst guests.” The grounds surrounding the property are indeed extensive, including a private swimming pool not at all overlooked by any neighbours or passers-by. “The garden is 100% South facing so has its own microclimate, being warmed by the sun’s rays all day,” say the owners.The local area also has much to offer, with excellent access to necessary amenities. “the local Spar has long opening hours and stocks everything one could possibly need,” say the owners, “while a Post Office, dentist’s surgery and fantastic doctors’ surgery are also nearby. There is a superb restaurant serving fantastic food, too. We love the area so much, we shall not be moving far!”

“I will miss being able to go for a midnight swim in total and utter privacy on a late summer or autumn evening.”

“I just love the massive downstairs bedroom, with its blackout shutters akin to those in Downton Abbey. It is such a peaceful place to enjoy a good night’s rest.”

“The doctors’ surgery is absolutely fantastic, utilised to great satisfaction by the Duchess of Devonshire and locals alike!”

“We have hosted many parties here, including meetings with other Maserati owners and enthusiasts. We have so much space here that we can entertain a vast number of guests at any one time.”

I will miss being able to go for a midnight swim in total and utter privacy on a late summer or autumn evening.”

STOKE, NEAR GRINDLEFORD

A charming hamlet located within the Derbyshire Peak District between the villages of Grindleford and Calver surrounded by glorious countryside resulting in breathtaking scenery in The Derwent Valley and incorporating some of the Peak Districts most famous and historically important sites. Nearby attractions are in abundance and include Eyam museum, Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, Bakewell Market Town and Castleton; famous for the Blue John Cavern and Peveril Castle.

Whilst the immediate locality is predominantly rural there is a good level of local services and amenities and country inns including, traditional pubs and restaurants. Nearby Bakewell and Hathersage offer traditional town and country facilities with local butchers, shops, cafés, high quality food retailers. There are regular bus services and a rail station at Hathesage. Highly regarded primary and secondary schools and major commercial centres are easily accessible proving ideal for the daily commuter with Sheffield being within a 20-minute drive and Manchester 45 minutes by rail.

The village of Grindleford lies approximately ten miles to the south west of Sheffield centre and has good access via road network and its own rail station which has regular services to both Sheffield and Manchester, as well as other Hope Valley villages. Surrounding Grindleford is the Peak District National Park with many varied and beautiful walks including Padley Gorge, the Longshaw Estate, Froggatt Edge and Chatsworth. Footpaths meander from nearby to Froggatt Edge which is a climber mecca and to the historic village of Eyam. The River Derwent gently meanders through the bottom of the valley towards Chatsworth and Haddon providing opportunities for fly fishing or an evening walk.

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Exterior and Gardens and PaddockA sweeping gravel drive comes to a head by the house where there is plenty of parking flanked by formal lawns and screened by mature native trees. The garage is integrated for convenience with 20th century double doors. To the rear a sheltered terrace banked by shrubbery beds and with outbuildings. Red brick walled gardens offer seclusion, they adjoin grazing land and as they gently rise a magnificent view is revealed South, along the River Derwent and East to Froggatt Edge where summer sunsets can be adored. A large open pool framed by stone terraces is heated to extend the summer entertaining. Paddock is adjacent to the gardens.

DIRECTIONS From Bakewell take the A619 north eastwards to Baslow. At Baslow take the A623 north west signposted Chapel-en-le-Frith. After about 2 miles at Calver, turn right at the crossroads onto the A625 towards Froggatt, proceed straight ahead for approximately 0.7 miles and the entrance will be found on the left-hand side shortly after the brow of the hill.

From Sheffield travel to the South West on Ecclesall Road, continue on the A625 and A6187 via Fox House, turning left onto B6521 passing Longshaw Hall for a few miles into Grindleford Village over The River Derwent on Main Road in the direction of Calver. Stoke lies mid-way and where the road dips turn right onto the sweeping drive opposite Stoke Hall.

Feature Points• Grade II Listed former Coach House circa 1757• Of local stone and Georgian detail• Three bedrooms and bathrooms• Stunning principle rooms and views• In the beautiful parish of Stoke listed in The Doomsday Book• Sympathetic restorations and elegant style• Opulent rooms and fine detail• Red brick walled former kitchen gardens• Heated open pool, garage and buildings

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. * 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. Printed 22.08.2017

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