Calf Close Barn

This detached barn conversion overlooks the village of Ashover, with a commanding position above the valley, and sits in 25-acre grounds, adjacent to the owners Grade II Elizabethan manor house. A small flock of Gotland rare breed sheep graze in the surrounding fields. Chickens, cockerels, geese, ducks and goats are within view of the property. From the doorstep, walking and cycle trails are aplenty, one leading to Ashover. The River Amber flows through this small village, which is mentioned in the Doomesday Book of 1086 as well as being used for the ITV drama series, Peak Practice. Visit Ogston reservoir, which provides sailing, windsurfing and trout fishing, and is also great for bird watching: 200 species of birds recorded at this spot, just 5 miles away. Visit Matlock, 4 miles, which offers many antique shops and cafes, and 1 mile further, is Matlock Bath, with its cable car that reaches to the Heights of Abraham. Tour the mining museum or stroll around the shops and walk alongside the River Derwent. A great holiday base, 4 miles from Matlock. Shop 2 miles, pub serving food 1 mile and restaurant 3 miles. This detached barn conversion overlooks the village of Ashover, with a commanding position above the valley, and sits in 25-acre grounds, adjacent to the owners Grade II Elizabethan manor house. A small flock of Gotland rare breed sheep graze in the surrounding fields. Chickens, cockerels, geese, ducks and goats are within view of the property. From the doorstep, walking and cycle trails are aplenty, one leading to Ashover.