North Street, Cromford. DE4 3RG

3 Bedroom Cottage for sale in Matlock

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A superbly appointed, newly renovated,  charming and characterful period cottage.  The Grade II listed accommodation offers: 3 double bedrooms, family bathroom, spacious living dining kitchen with log burner, cosy sitting room with multifuel stove. Delightful well maintained sunny garden. Situated in a tucked away position on an historic street close to the centre of the village of Cromford, a world heritage site. Located within easy reach of excellent amenities and the nearby towns of Matlock and Wirksworth. 

North Street, Cromford

Located in the heart of historic Cromford, this Grade II Listed stone-built cottage seamlessly pairs 18th-century heritage with contemporary elegance. Recently refurbished to an exceptional standard, the home marries original soul with crisp modern design: from exposed timber beams and stone mullioned windows, to wood-burning stoves in both the sitting room and the open-plan living kitchen. Upstairs, three comfortable double bedrooms and a stylish marble-tiled bathroom provide ample space for family or guests, while a charming, sun-filled garden to the rear offers a private spot to relax. It is a village home where old-world character and modern comfort meet in perfect balance.

Cromford holds a landmark place in global history as the birthplace of the modern factory system, pioneered by Sir Richard Arkwright with the construction of the world's first successful water-powered cotton mill in 1771. This cottage is one within a street of homes built by Richard Arkwright to house workers for the nearby Cromford Mill. Now serving as a flagship location within the Derwent Valley Mills UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cromford is lined with distinctive 18th-century gritstone worker cottages surrounding the picturesque Greyhound Pond. Beyond its international heritage appeal, Cromford offers a vibrant, self-contained community equipped with cherished independent spots – including the famous Scarthin Books – alongside historic coaching inns, local cafes, and a well-regarded village primary school. Positioned in the lower Derwent Valley, Cromford offers immediate access to scenic waterside walks along the historic Cromford Canal towpath and dramatic gritstone climbs at nearby Black Rocks. The village is well-located for travel, situated directly on the A6 trunk road with fast connections to the neighbouring market towns of Wirksworth (1.8 miles), Matlock (2.6 miles), and Belper (7.8 miles). Commuters enjoy straightforward access to the A38 and M1 motorway network, while Cromford railway station provides a regular, direct service along the Derwent Valley Line into Derby and Nottingham. Combining world-class heritage with everyday convenience and outdoor leisure, Cromford remains one of the county’s most distinctive residential settings.

Entering the property via a batten entrance door, which opens to:

PORCH

Having a side-aspect window, terracotta-style tiles to the floor, and a batten door with thumb latch opening to:

STOREROOM

With a side-aspect window and terracotta-style tiles, following through from the porch.

From the porch, a panelled entrance door with glazed panes opens to:

LIVING DINING KITCHEN

An exceptionally spacious room with side-aspect casement windows set within exposed stone mullions, and further front-aspect casement windows flooding the room with natural light. Distinctive features include: exposed beams to the ceiling; an original fire opening with a dressed stone surround and raised hearth, housing a Clearview stove; and feature exposed stonework. The room has slate-effect tiles to the floor, and a staircase rising to the upper floor accommodation. There is ample space within the room for dining and side furniture.

Two walls are fitted with contemporary kitchen units in a matt black finish, with cupboards and drawers beneath a timber-effect worksurface. Set within the worksurface is a stainless sink with Quooker boiling water tap with a flexible vegetable spray, and a Bosch four-burner gas hob, over which is an extractor canopy. Beneath the hob is a fan-assisted electric oven. There is an integral 12-place setting dishwasher. Beneath the worksurface is space and connection for an automatic washing machine. There is space for a fridge freezer. The room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve. An oak batten door with Suffolk-style thumb latch opens to:

SITTING ROOM

With front-aspect casement windows, exposed beams to the ceiling, and a feature exposed stone wall. There is a fire opening with a painted slate surround and tiled hearth, housing a multi-fuel stove. The room has a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, and point for a wall-mounted TV.

From the dining kitchen, a broad open-tread staircase rises to:

FIRST FLOOR LANDING

A spacious landing, having a loft access hatch, wood stained exposed pine floorboards, and a central heating radiator with thermostatic valve. There is a former fire opening creating a display niche, and oak batten doors with Suffolk thumb latches opening to:

BEDROOM ONE

Having front-aspect double-glazed casement windows, exposed faux beams, and a dressing area with a worksurface and oak storage cupboards beneath.

BEDROOM TWO

With front-aspect double-glazed casement windows, and central heating radiator with thermostatic valve.

BEDROOM THREE

Again, with front-aspect double-glazed casement windows, central heating radiator with thermostatic valve, and an exposed beam to the ceiling.

FAMILY BATHROOM

A partially tiled room with satin finish marble tiles, and casement windows set within exposed stone mullions. Suite with: panelled bath with mixer taps, and shower over with monsoon-style rain head, handheld shower spray and glass shower screen; contemporary wash hand basin set upon a washstand with pillar tap; and dual-flush close-coupled WC. There is a gold-finished ladder-style towel radiator. Concealed within a cupboard is the gas fired boiler and cylinder which provides hot water and central heating to the property.

OUTSIDE

The property is approached via a shared pathway, leading from North Street.  To the front of the property is an enclosed gravelled forecourt garden, giving access to the entrance door. To the opposite side of the shared path, a gateway leads to an area of south-facing garden, having a lawned area with borders stocked with flowering plants. Beyond the lawn is a flagged patio, accessed via a pergola arch, supporting a climbing a rose. Beyond the patio is a garden shed and a log store. The property has outside lighting.

SERVICES AND GENERAL INFORMATION

All mains services are connected to the property.

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TENURE Freehold

COUNCIL TAX BAND (Correct at time of publication) ‘B’

DIRECTIONS

Approaching Cromford village centre from the traffic lights on the A6 (Sign posted Cromford village and Bonsall). Take the first left turn into North Street. At the end of the properties on the right hand side take the foot path around the back of the properties where Weavers Cottage can be found.

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Disclaimer

All measurements in these details are approximate. None of the fixed appliances or services have been tested and no warranty can be given to their condition. The deeds have not been inspected by the writers of these details. These particulars are produced in good faith with the approval of the vendor but they should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact and they do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Photographs and descriptions may have been enhanced by AI.

Important Information

• This is a Freehold property.
• This Council Tax band for this property is: B

Property Ref: 1522120

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