Upper Padley, Grindleford £900,000

An impressive 18th century Grade II Listed former mill. Nestled in beautiful gardens amounting to over an acre with woodland, wild flower meadow, meandering pathways, mill pond and mill race.

The original mill was skilfully converted by the renowned architect, Peter Blundell Jones. The house has won two design awards.

Occupying a unique and picturesque setting, the substantial five/six bedroom detached property boasts many original features with spacious and flexible living accommodation set over three floors. With open fronted garaging and off road parking.

Set in the sought after Hope Valley village of Grindleford with walking distance of local train links and direct access to many local walks. A thriving village community, a primary school, within highly regarded secondary school catchment and commutable distance of major commercial centres.

The accommodation comprises: an entrance lobby opening into the fabulous dining hall with a double height feature window and contemporary glass and beech staircase, exposed beams opening into the fitted kitchen with the focal point being a glazed panel and exposed mill race. Two double bedrooms with built in storage, a bathroom, a further bedroom and piano room/bedroom six.

First floor: landing overlooking the dining hall below, a superb sitting room with exposed roof trusses and beams, a gritstone fireplace housing a log burning stove. Sliding doors open into the adjoining study. A double bedroom with a walk in wardrobe and an en-suite. Further bedroom.

Second floor: loft storage space.

Basement: utility/workshop.

Exterior: an open fronted double garage and off road parking. The beautiful gardens include garden laid to lawn, planted beds, borders and seating terrace. Woodland with a stream crossed via a bridge and many of the original mill features.

With potential for hydro-electric power.