Situation
Knowsley Cross Farm is situated in the most wonderful hillside position on the edge of Longnor with fabulous views across the surrounding hills and valleys. The property is superbly located to enjoy exploring the delightful diversity of the Peak District National Park.


From attractive market towns, delightful villages and spectacular scenery, this is a superb area for outdoor pursuits, being close to both the High Peak and Tissington trails.


The area also offers ample opportunity for cycling and horse riding, being on the Pennine Cycleway. The area is home to a diverse range of attractions, country houses and heritage sites.


Local shops and services can be found at the nearby villages of Longnor and Hartington and there is a much wider range of facilities at the attractive market town of Bakewell or at the spa town of Buxton.


There is a primary school at Longnor and Lady Manners Secondary School in Bakewell.


With a number of renowned independent schools in the area including St Anselms in Bakewell, St Peter and St Paul Schools in Chesterfield, Repton School, Denstone College, Derby Grammar and Derby High School.


With good transport links, by road, the M6 is approximately 27 miles to the west and the M1 is about 31 miles to the East. Buxton train station is within 8 miles and Manchester Airport is approximately 30 miles away.


Description
Knowsley Cross Farm is an enchanting property which consists of a handsome renovated farmhouse with a range of outbuildings including a recreational barn and steel portal framed agricultural barn. Externally the farmhouse is a fine example of Peak District architecture, with mullion windows and mellow stone, while the inside strikes a perfect balance of modern living and characterful charm. The original farmhouse dates to the 16th century and the house and former adjoining shippon have been beautifully and conscientiously renovated by the current owners, retaining a wealth of original features.


Accommodation
From a quiet lane, a sweeping gated gravel driveway with cattlegrid, leads to a generous parking and turning area with barn and patio beyond. Below a covered porch, a solid front door opens into a welcoming entrance hallway with adjacent airy boot room and guest cloakroom. Limestone floor tiles lead from the hallway into the home office which occupies ample floor to ceiling storage cupboards.


The superb dining kitchen is steeped in charm and features wooden shaker style cabinetry below granite worktops, whilst the generous island provides occasional additional seating area. There are integrated appliances including a wine fridge and dishwasher, plus an AGA and American style fridge freezer. Off the kitchen a utility room houses laundry facilities. There is a spacious dining area with further fitted cabinetry and a glass door gives access out to a terrace. What would have once been an entryway into the barn for livestock is now a picture window providing a sightline into the conservatory which enjoys the most stunning views of the surrounding countryside beyond. The conservatory benefits from underfloor heating and a door provides access to a seating terrace.


Off the kitchen diner is a beautiful, cosy snug with stone fireplace and log burner and a charming window seat. There is a further formal living room with access to a cellar which locally is believed to date back to Tudor times, whilst a door to a secondary porch gives passage to the ground floor shower room. Off the snug is a formal dining room with vaulted ceiling and access to the gardens.


Stairs rise from the kitchen to an equally attractive first floor which comprises of three characterful bedrooms, one with en suite, and a well-appointed four-piece family bathroom with roll top bath, double sinks and high quality sanitary ware. The larger bedroom is spacious and triple aspect windows set over stone sills enjoy superb views. This room is currently used as the master bedroom.


Gardens & Grounds
Knowsley Cross Farm is as impressive externally as it is internally, approached via a cattle grid fronted drive, with granite chipping, edged by raised dry stone walled, well stocked planted borders, which continues to a turning circle and generous parking area. Estate fencing encloses the formal gardens and courtyards directly surrounding the property.


Delightful gardens extend to the south, towards well-maintained lawns and an excellent selection of shrubs, trees and herbaceous perennials. There is a metal framed greenhouse with power and summer house, taking in views over the valley. There is an historic Grade II Listed monument, believed to date back to the Saxon era.


With a number of intriguing areas to explore, having an array of seating areas, carefully positioned to follow the sun and making the most of the stunning panoramic views of the surrounding Peak District National Park landscape.


Buildings
There is a small traditional stone outbuilding with power and a recently completed substantial three bay steel portal framed agricultural barn, with concrete base, power and front/rear access via automated roller shutter and sliding doors.


Adjacent to the agricultural barn is an additional two bay steel portal framed lean to store with power and housing solar panels, which feeds into the properties electricity supply (a feed-in tariff has not been established).


Recreational Barn / ”The Coach House”
Overlooking the land to the east is an impressive traditional detached stone barn currently being utilised as an entertaining area and gym, with a run of base units beneath solid worktops, and integrated fridge, electric hob providing versatility. Paddle steps allow access to the steel and glazed mezzanine area, with modern shower room off.


The Coach House has three sets of bifolding doors and an impressive oak framed half height glazed gable end, allowing far reaching views. There is a polished concrete floor with underfloor heating.
Attached is an oak framed garden room with heating and power.


Land
Knowsley Cross Farm extends to approximately 15.24 acres in all. There is circa 14.64 acres of grazing, which is split by well maintained dry stone walls into smaller paddocks, with mains water supplied troughs. There is independent road frontage access to the grazing via a five-bar gate to the front of the property and several field gates allowing secure circulation around the grounds.


There is a well maintained young spinney, made up of native trees, with barked pathway through. A delightful wildlife attraction.