Location

Knowsley Cross Farm lies in an elevated setting with stunning views over its own land to the surrounding hills of the Peak National Park. The property boasts pretty gardens with 3 lawned areas, specimen trees, mature shrubs and attractive borders. The village of Longnor, a former market town, is only just over a mile away and was featured in the tv series Peak Practice. The village is close to the upper section of the River Dove and has 3 shops as well as a Post Office, renowned fish and chip shop and is also home to St Bartholemew's Primary School and a recently re-opened pub. The spa town of Buxton, about 7.5 miles away, provides comprehensive educational, shopping, recreational and cultural amenities including the famed Buxton Opera House.

Description

This wonderful period farmhouse is very much of the Peak District vernacular with mullion windows and mellow stone. All the principal rooms are light and enjoy stunning views over the surrounding countryside. The property has been upgraded in recent years, seamlessly combining characterful features with modern design.

The property is approached along a sweeping gated gravel driveway which leads up from the quiet lane to the generous parking/turning area and barns beyond. A flagstone path leads to a solid front door which opens into the entrance hallway with adjacent airy boot room and guest cloakroom. Limestone floor tiles lead from the hallway into the home office which occupies ample floor to ceiling storage cupboards and could also be used as a fourth bedroom.

To the right of the hallway lies the charming dining kitchen with mandarin stone flooring, newly designed with shaker style cabinetry finished with granite worktops arranged around a central island with wooden worktops suitable for informal dining. There are a range of integrated appliances including a rangemaster stove, wine fridge, dishwasher and an American fridge freezer. The open plan kitchen design allows for plenty of space for a dining table for formal dining. Off the kitchen is a fully fitted utility room with space for laundry appliances adjoining which is a separate room housing air source heat pump and oil-fired boiler. The kitchen also leads through to the fabulous conservatory which enjoys undiluted rural views and access onto the seating terrace.

Leading off the hallway lies the delightful sitting room and living rooms. Both dual aspect rooms are beautifully presented with stone fireplaces and log burners evoking a cozy and relaxing atmosphere whilst enjoying the picturesque views. A hatch opens from the sitting room to reveal stone steps to the cellar. The living room leads into the lovely formal dining room with vaulted ceilings and velux windows boasting a dual aspect and access to the gardens. Dining room, kitchen conservatory and office all have underfloor heating. Completing the downstairs accommodation is a modern shower room.

To the first floor there are three delightful bedrooms. The principal suite enjoys commanding dual aspect views and benefits from fitted wardrobes and a contemporary en suite with bath. The two remaining double bedrooms, one triple aspect, are served by a spacious and modern family bathroom with a roll top bath, double sinks and high quality sanitaryware.
Externally there is a range of outbuildings including a detached converted barn which overlooks the land to the west. This barn has been fully renovated and benefits from a self-contained kitchen with integrated appliances, polished concrete floor with underfloor heating, three sets of bifold doors and an impressive oak framed half height glazed gable end capturing the glorious views and spectacular sunsets. The ground floor has access to the mezzanine area with shower room leading off. This barn provides a versatile living space which could fulfil many needs including being used as ancillary accommodation. Attached to the barn is an oak framed sun room with heating and power.

Additionally there is a machine store with battery and solar panels over, garden shed, summer house and greenhouse as well as a recently completed substantial three bay steel portal framed agricultural barn, with concrete base, power and front/rear access via automated roller shutter and sliding doors.

Knowsley Cross Farm is set in an impressive circa 15 acres, including delightful gardens and grazing areas which is split by well-maintained dry stone walls into smaller paddocks, with mains water supplied troughs. The property is approached along via a cattle grid fronted drive, with granite chipping, edged by raised dry stone walled, well stocked planted borders, which continues to a turning circle and generous parking area. Estate fencing encloses the formal gardens and courtyards directly surrounding the property and several field gates allowing secure circulation around the grounds.