Once part of the historic, Melbourne Hall estate, Vale House has a rich history spanning over 200 years. Built in 1814, this iconic home is situated on one of Melbourne’s most desirable lanes, just steps away from the town's fine restaurants and boutique shops. Bursting with period charm, Vale House offers spacious accommodation, including two beautiful reception rooms, an island kitchen with a roof lantern, four double bedrooms, and four bathroom/shower rooms. The current owners have undertaken an ambitious restoration and renovation programme, paying incredible attention to detail and bringing the house up to modern standards. The property also features a newly designed courtyard garden perfect for outdoor entertaining, with a lovely westerly aspect.



Agents Note

Just along the lane a stone outbuilding with broad road frontage is available by separate negotiation, ideal for those seeking garaging/off road parking.



Grade II Listed

Built in 1814 by William Scott of red brick with painted, stone dressings and steeply pitched plain tiled roof. A porch to the front is believed to have been added in the mid-19th Century.



Location

Vale House occupies a desirable, conservation setting close to Melbourne Hall. This historic, market town conveniently located on the Derbyshire/Leicestershire border is bursting with independent shops, deli's, pubs and restaurants all of which are within easy walking distance of the property. The area is well served with highly acclaimed state and private schools and impressive leisure facilities. For the commuter, the town is well placed for access to the M1, M42/A42, A50 and East Midlands Airport. East Midlands Parkway provide direct rail links to London St Pancras.



Distances

Leicester 20.4 miles / Derby 9.7 miles / Nottingham 18.5 miles / Ashby-de-la-Zouch 7.2 miles / Loughborough 14 miles / Market Bosworth 18.3 miles / Birmingham 36 miles / East Midlands Airport 5.3 miles / East Midlands Parkway 10.2 miles / M1(J24) 7.6 miles



Ground Floor

The property is entered through a central porch which opens into a welcoming hallway. Leading off the hallway are two lovely reception rooms both with cosy log burners high ceilings and large multi-paned windows with shutters. The sitting room with central fireplace is particularly attractive and an old passage which once linked Vale House to the neighbouring property now serves as a small yet perfectly formed study space. The dining room, presented in an elegant style provides access to the kitchen, cellar and cloaks/WC. The kitchen with heated floor has been recently extended and a range of beautifully hand-crafted cabinets wrap around a large, central island. A fully glazed roof lantern above and bi fold doors flood the kitchen with natural light and included are an impressive range of integrated appliances.



First Floor

On the first floor are two double bedrooms and family bathroom all with period fireplaces. The family bathroom is large with marble top, vanity with twin basins and free-standing bath. The largest bedroom has its own ensuite shower room.



Second Floor

On the second floor are two further double bedrooms both with ensuite shower rooms enjoying elevated views of Melbourne Hall and Melbourne Pool. Eaves storage off each room.



Cellar

The brick and stone vaulted cellar provide ample storage and houses the central heating boiler and unvented hot water storage cylinder.



Outside

Two rambling roses adorn the front elevation, and a wooden side gate provides pedestrian access into a private, courtyard style garden. Newly landscaped and enjoying a pleasant, Westerly aspect this outdoor space is ideal for those with entertaining in mind and connects with the property through the kitchens bi fold doors.



Services

All mains’ services are available and connected. The property has mains gas central heating and electric underfloor heating in the kitchen, main bathroom and ensuite to bedroom one.



Tenure

Freehold.



Local Authority

South Derbyshire District Council.



Directions

From Church Street within the town turn onto Penn Lane where the property is located after a short distance on the left-hand side.