Hill Street, Derbyshire

Originally built in 1887, Elm Cottage has been lovingly extended and modernised by the current owners into the impressive property you see today. Bursting with va-va-voom, it offers an amazing family home and the perfect entertaining space.Step outside the mature, private garden and you'll find yourself in the heart of the National Forest with its lush trees and woodlands, just a few steps away from scenic walks and canal towpaths. But first, the interior. Who doesn't love a gorgeous family kitchen? This space has so much flexibility with its open plan dining area, which lends itself to entertaining. The cream, shaker-style kitchen has stunning granite worktops, a Rangemaster cooker, butler sink, and integrated dishwasher. Whilst it's currently used as a dining area with its stunning oak floors and feature chimney (with potential to be a working fire, if you choose), you could also imagine this space working as a playroom where you can keep an eye on the little ones whilst cooking supper. Underfloor heating adds an extra layer of warmth.

The living room is the epitome of Hygge and the ideal place to relax in the evening. It envelops you with a sense of cosiness. Here, a stunning enamelled log burner is the focal point of the room, set inside a substantial fireplace. Roasted chestnuts and marshmallows, anyone? Just off the living room, and overlooking the wrap around garden, you'll find the large sun lounge where Velux windows flood the space with natural light. This area is a real suntrap and exudes a sense of wellbeing. Throw open the bi-fold doors and bring the outside in. This is the perfect place for a morning coffee, or a sundowner in the evening. And again, underfloor heating adds warmth on even the coldest of days.

There's an office when ‘working from home', which also makes an ideal homework space, and a useful outside door. Muddy wellies and wet dogs are brilliantly catered for in the hard-working utility, with its WC and access to the front of the house. Upstairs, you'll find five light and airy bedrooms. The master bedroom has an impressive modern en suite that wouldn't look out of place in a boutique hotel. The fully tiled family bathroom is breathtaking with its large shower, traditional-style WC and freestanding, roll top bath. All that's missing here is a ‘do not disturb' sign! The original roof was completely lifted a few years ago by the current owners to add a whole new floor. And what a floor it is! You're instantly transported to a ‘leisure-cave' with the impressive games room, where you can enjoy a game of pool. Teenage (and grown up) heaven! Clever, built-in seating storage helps to ensure everything is neat and tidy, and it's well insulated to keep things cosy. This space would also work wonderfully as a movie room. We can almost smell the popcorn…

Outside, no expense has been spared. Set behind electric gates, you're greeted by a charming porch and the new, resin driveway has an electric car charging point, with additional parking to the rear. Resin pathways also wrap around the property with steps down to the patio area, where you'll be able to catch the last rays of the sun and soothe away the stresses of the day. The gardens are tranquil, with established borders, and there's even an outside kitchen and garden bar, ‘The Gin Palace'. This space can be used for al fresco entertaining all year round, no matter what the season, and is perfect for hosting family barbecues. And what better backdrop to look out onto than the scenic Donisthorpe Woodland Park?