Occupying a spectacular south-facing position in the heart of the sought-after village of Bamford, this exceptional Grade II Listed Victorian Rectory stands within beautifully maintained gardens and grounds, benefiting from extensive parking and a substantial detached former coach house.
Designed by the renowned Gothic Revival architect William Butterfield and dating from 1862, the property has been sympathetically restored and comprehensively modernised by the current owners, creating a remarkable family home that seamlessly combines its rich Victorian heritage with high-quality contemporary living.
Accommodation
An entrance porch with stone mullion windows opens into an impressive reception hall featuring underfloor heating and a magnificent cantilever staircase rising to the first floor. Leading from the entrance hall is a dual-aspect study with fitted cabinetry and an attractive fireplace, providing an ideal space for home working. The elegant sitting room enjoys delightful views across the gardens and features a Clearview wood-burning stove set within a character fireplace, whilst floor-to-ceiling glazed doors open directly onto the garden.
At the heart of the home is a superb dining room, complete with beautifully restored original shutters, French doors opening onto the garden and a Clearview wood burning stove. This outstanding space is equally suitable as a second sitting room and enjoys a wonderful outlook across the garden and adjoining countryside.
An inner hall with herringbone-style flooring and a cloakroom WC leads through to the breakfast room, which enjoys a rear-facing aspect, feature fireplace and access to a useful two-room cellar. The magnificent bespoke kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of cabinetry complemented by oak and black marble work surfaces. Features include a gas-fired Aga, integrated appliances and a central island incorporating a butler sink. A generous utility room provides further storage, a double butler sink and space for laundry appliances and an American-style fridge freezer. Beyond lies a second cloakroom and impressive walk-in pantry with oak shelving and marble work surfaces.
The first floor is accessed via both the principal cantilever staircase and a secondary, former servant's staircase. The spacious landing features original pine flooring fitted storage and panelled doors leading to all rooms. The principal bedroom is a dual-aspect double bedroom enjoying views across the gardens and surrounding countryside, complete with an attractive fireplace. Adjoining this room is a further double bedroom, ideal as a nursery, dressing room or additional bedroom. These rooms are served by a luxurious shower room fitted in a style sympathetic to the property's Victorian origins. Three further double bedrooms, all with original fireplaces and two with fitted storage, are complemented by a beautifully appointed family bathroom featuring a panelled bath, walk-in shower enclosure, oversized wash basin, heated towel rail and Victorian-style fittings.
Gardens and Grounds
The gardens and grounds are a particular feature of the property, extending to just under three-quarters of an acre. Beautifully maintained, they comprise formal lawns, mature floral borders, productive vegetable and fruit gardens, decorative trellising and established trees and hedging that provide a high degree of privacy and seclusion. From many areas of the grounds there are stunning panoramic views across the Hope Valley towards Shatton Moor. Situated between the main house and coach house is an enclosed stone-flagged courtyard with useful storage areas and lockable stores, ideal for everyday use.
Detached Coach House
To the side of the property stands a substantial detached coach house offering tremendous potential and retaining a wealth of original features. The building includes a large garage, former stable and tack room.
ELR PREMIUM SALE – Buyers fees of £595 including VAT will apply
ELR PREMIUM - IMPORTANT PLEASE READ:
ELR is marketing this property with the benefit of ‘ELR Premium’.
ELR has introduced ELR Premium to help reduce fall through rates and speed up, what can often be an unnecessary sales process.
Purchasers will benefit from the pre-sale buyers pack, which we have created with our legal partners, Banner Jones Solicitors, to give buyers as much information as possible before they agree to purchase.
The pack includes:
Property Information Questionnaire (PIQ - a summary of the TA6)
TA10 (Fittings and Contents)
Official Copy of the Register
Title Plan
Local Search*
Water and Drainage Search*
Coal and Mining Search*
Environmental Search*
(ELR have ordered the local, drainage, coal and environmental searches; we will add these to the pack as they become available)
ELR Premium allows the sale process to be completed significantly quicker than a ‘normal sale’. This is because the legal work, usually done in the first four to eight weeks after the sale is agreed, has already been completed. The searches, which can take up to five weeks, are ordered on the day the listing goes live and are transferable to the successful buyer as part of their legal due diligence.
Additionally, and on behalf of the seller, ELR requests that the successful buyer enters into a Reservation Agreement and pays the Reservation Agreement Fee of £595 (including VAT). This includes payment for the Information Pack and all the searches (which a buyer typically purchases separately after the sale is agreed).
Upon receipt of the signed Reservation Agreement, payment of the Reservation Agreement Fee, completion of ID and AML checks and the issuing of the Memorandum of Sale, the Seller will agree to take the Property off the market and market it as ‘Sold Subject To Contract’ (SSTC).
The reservation period is agreed upon at the time of sale but is usually between 60 and 120 days.
The Reservation Fee is non-refundable except where the seller withdraws from the sale. A copy of the Reservation Agreement is available on request, and ELR advises potential buyers to seek legal advice before entering into the Reservation Agreement.
If you have any questions about the process or want to know how selling or buying with ELR Premium could benefit you, please speak to a member of the ELR team.
