But that‘s the case with Shirland in Derbyshire, which sits two-and-a-half miles from Alfreton. And on the market with estate agents Dales And Peaks is one of the jewels in its crown, this attractive, double bay-fronted period property at a guide price of £350,000 to £375,000.
It’s The Old School House on Goose Green Lane in the sought-after village, which is surrounded by towns and an abundance of countryside.
The three-bedroom, detached house was tastefully redeveloped in 2014. The work retained much of the freehold property’s original charm, while also adding some contemporary and practical touches.
Spanning 1,246 square feet of accommodation, The Old School House is dominated by a stunning living and dining area, which is open plan.
A kitchen, bay-fronted lounge, utility room and WC complete the ground floor, while three generously proportioned bedrooms, two of which have en suite shower rooms, can be found upstairs, along with a family bathroom.
5. Quiet sitting area
This is the sitting area within the open-plan section of the ground floor. A perfect spot for some peace and quiet after a busy day, or for a bit of working from home. Photo: Zoopla
6. Feature fireplace
Moving into the lounge or living room now, and the highlight is this feature fireplace. Imagine relaxing in front of the fire on a cold winter's evening. Photo: Zoopla
7. Luscious living room
Here you can see how the feature fireplace fits into the living room. It's a luscious, bay-fronted room that oozes comfort and warmth. Photo: Zoopla
8. Contemporary touches
A view of the living room or lounge from the window. You can see how contemporary touches have added to the original charm of the property. Photo: Zoopla