Mercaston Lane, Mercaston

AA well-maintained and substantially upgraded three-bedroom semi-detached cottage, offering a practical layout, in a ‘ready to move in’ condition. The property has been extensively updated by the current owners, with new Residence 7 heritage-style windows, new internal and external doors, a refurbished kitchen, and a recently fitted bathroom suite-all while retaining original character features and adding a modern finish. Inside, the accommodation includes two reception rooms, offering flexible living space for a range of needs, from relaxing to home working, with full fibre broadband available for fast and reliable connectivity. Outside, the property benefits from off-street parking, a garage, and a beautifully presented and spacious south facing garden that offers both space and privacy. This property would suit a couple seeking a traditional cottage feel with the convenience of modern upgrades, it combines rural charm with practical features for everyday living. The property’s location is convenient for both Ashbourne and Derby which combine to offer an excellent range of amenities. Nearby Brailsford benefits from a primary school and a selection of shops and cafés and golf course.

Entering the property through a composite stable door into the dining room, which features an open fireplace with a stone lintel and creates a welcoming focal point. This space flows into the kitchen, with a separate door leading to the sitting room.
The kitchen is well appointed with preparation surfaces and integrated retractable plug sockets, along with an inset ceramic 1½ sink, drainer, and boiling water mixer tap with a matching upstand surround, with a range of fitted cupboards and drawers. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, induction hob, electric fan-assisted oven and grill, and an integrated microwave. There is space for a freestanding fridge freezer. An opening leads to a useful utility area with matching storage units, appliance space, and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. A staircase to the first floor is also accessed from the kitchen area.
The sitting room is a bright and spacious dual-aspect room, with windows to the front and side. A fireplace with stone lintel and Welsh slate hearth houses a log burner, forming the central feature of the room.
Upstairs, the first-floor landing provides access to all bedrooms and the bathroom, with additional storage and loft hatch access.
Bedroom one is a well-proportioned double with an electric fire and views over the rear garden. The second bedroom is also a generous double, featuring a similar garden outlook and an original fireplace. Bedroom three is a comfortable single room.
The bathroom has been recently updated with modern, contemporary fittings. It includes a floating double sink unit with mixer taps, vanity storage drawers beneath, and a touch-screen LED heated mirror. There is also a double shower unit with a mains rainfall shower, a separate bath with mixer tap, and a loft hatch complete the room. The recently installed combi boiler is located in the loft, accessed from the bathroom.

Externally, the property enjoys a generous south-facing cottage garden to the front, with a patio seating area leading onto a large lawn bordered by mature trees, flowering plants, established shrubs and decking area. At the far end is a detached garage with an up-and-over door, alongside off-street parking space for three vehicles. While a neighboring property holds a right of way across the front, this is rarely used, as they have their own separate access to the road.

Tenure: Freehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).
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Property construction: Standard Parking: Off street Electricity supply: Mains Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Septic tank Heating: Gas (Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability).
Broadband type: Fibre
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Local Authority/Tax Band: Derbyshire Dales District Council / Tax Band C
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Our Ref: JGA09042025
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