3 bed detached house for sale

The Old Post Office, Ashbourne Road, Turnditch DE56

The old post office - A beautiful character three double bedroom detached cottage of immense style and character. This sympathetically improved home has been upgraded and restored to an impressive specification offering a unique blend of heritage charm and refined living and is set within the heart of the sought after village of Turnditch.

The property has been comprehensively and thoughtfully upgraded throughout, retaining much of its original character, including exposed beams, period fireplaces and has been enhanced by stylish heritage colour flush casement double glazed windows and doors. The bespoke kitchen, complete with a Belfast sink and quartz worktops, flows into a into dining space and cosy living area. There is a stylish and spacious sitting room with beautiful stone fireplace with log burner and french doors leading to the rear garden. The property offers three generous double bedrooms and beautiful period style bathroom with feature roll top bath. The spacious primary bedroom also offers a beautifully appointed en-suite shower room.

Outside, the property offers a generous block paved driveway, delightful enclosed landscaped gardens with timber decked seating area and a good sized detached brick built outbuilding/workshop.

The Detail

On entering The Old Post Office, you're welcomed by a charming entrance hallway featuring oak-effect flooring, beautiful stained-glass internal window, exposed beams, and a front-facing window. The hallway leads to spacious sitting room and superb open plan living dining kitchen.

The open plan living dining kitchen is a real centrepiece, offering a characterful beamed ceiling and the kitchen area has been beautifully appointed with dark blue panelled units with antique brass-effect handles, quartz worktops, Belfast ceramic sink and a DeLonghi dual-fuel range cooker (available by separate negotiation) This open plan space living and dining space offers oak effect flooring, triple aspect windows and dining island with quartz top. The cosy living area has a fireplace with brick hearth, electric stove-effect burner and period style cast iron column radiator and TV point. There is also doorway access to a spacious utility room and pantry with solid oak floor, built in shelving. This room also has plumbing with potential to create a downstairs wc. There is a delightful sitting room located at the rear of the property again with characterful beamed ceiling and a log burner set within a beautiful stone fireplace and French doors leading out to the garden. There is a staircase from the sitting room leading to the first floor landing.

Upstairs, there are three well-proportioned double bedrooms. The primary bedroom features wooden flooring and an en-suite with a low-level WC, vanity unit, and electric shower. Bedrooms two and are also generously proportioned with bedroom two also offering a period fireplace. The main bathroom is elegantly finished with a roll-top bath with Victorian-style mixer shower, pedestal wash hand basin and low flush wc.

Externally, the property benefits from a beautifully landscaped garden, a block-paved driveway with parking for multiple vehicles, and a detached brick-built outbuilding with conversion potential. The main landscaped garden also has a lawn, gravelled and timber decked seating areas.

The Location

The Old Post Office is set in the charming village of Turnditch, a picturesque Derbyshire spot known for its rural charm and rolling countryside. Surrounded by scenic walks and open green spaces, it’s ideal for those who enjoy an outdoor lifestyle while still valuing convenience. The village itself offers a well-regarded primary school, welcoming pubs, and a friendly, close-knit community.

Just a short drive away, the vibrant market towns of Belper and Ashbourne provide a wider selection of shops, cafes, and amenities. For commuters, Derby city centre is easily accessible, with excellent road links via the A517 and A6 connecting to the wider region. Whether you’re heading into town or exploring the Peak District, Turnditch offers a peaceful base with all the right connections.