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For more details visit: http://www.hannells.co.uk "Gardens Farm House, Main Road, Elvaston, DE72 3EQ Dating back to approximately 1750, this three storey Georgian farmhouse is set well back from the road on the edge of a delightful peaceful village in a rural location, but within easy reach of the centre of Derby. It became the family home of the owners eighteen years ago and, although in excellent structural condition, it had been sadly neglected inside and so the owners undertook an enormous project to restore and refurbish the house. Practical tasks such as electrics and plumbing were completed before enhancements were undertaken. False ceilings were taken down to reveal rooms with beautiful beams, original brick flooring was discovered in the kitchen and each brick was meticulously cleaned and eventually relaid. Much research took place to source the appropriate product to fit with the tradition of the house, such as wooden flooring, reclaimed from a local flour mill, now used in the dining room, plus the discovery of a traditional kitchen range, which has been fully refurbished and operates efficiently in the farmhouse style family kitchen. The owners also added an extension, one which melds perfectly with the character of the house. This stunning, spacious, contemporary house is full of comfort and luxury in its original Georgian shell. Several happy celebrations have taken place over the years, sometimes fourteen guests sitting around the large dining table appreciating both the house and, when the weather permits, spilling out into the large secluded garden. Although there are no shops in the village, it has a thriving community with many opportunities to pursue interests and hobbies. The picturesque Elvaston Country Park, with its acres of woods and parkland is on the doorstep and is also where many popular village activities take place. A primary school is located in nearby Borrowash, but Derby, which is just five miles away, has an excellent selection of both state and independent schools. Access to several major roads and motorways, is extremely convenient with a main line railway station being in the town centre. The house is pleasantly very close to the Peak District National Park but the owners also love to explore the countryside near to the house. They feel justly proud of their achievement in bringing life back to this wonderful family home and have lots of treasured memories to take with them.