But then, Oakerthorpe Manor, near Alfreton, is no ordinary property, as our photos show.
Boasting eight bedrooms, plus two additional self-contained apartments, this is a stunning period home – with estate agents Fine And Country, of Derby, inviting offers of more than £875,000.
Located in an elevated rural area at Dale Hill in the small Derbyshire village of Oakerthorpe, the manor is surrounded by formal gardens and woodland, extending to about three acres.
Built in 1840, it is only a couple of miles from Alfreton and also within 30 minutes’ drive of the Peak District National Park.
The current owners have lived here since 2007, and have improved the property to create a large family-home. However, the improvements have been combined with a wealth of original features.
The large rooms have high ceilings, and the imposing manor spans about 5,900 square feet in total, excluding the outbuildings.
In the past, Oakerthorpe Manor has been used as a holiday let, achieving income of about £80,000 per annum.
Check out our photo gallery and visit the Zoopla website here for full details.
. Oakerthorpe Manor
The stunning and elegant Oakerthorpe Manor, near Alfreton, which is for sale. Offers of more than £875,000 have been invited for the eight-bedroom property. Photo: Zoopla
. Rural feel
The driveway that wends its way to the property instantly gives visitors a rural feel. It is situated in the small Derbyshire village of Oakerthorpe, which is 11 miles south of Chesterfield. Photo: Zoopla
. Please come in!
Please come in! One of the welcoming entrances to the manor, which is operated by wrought-iron electronic gates. As you can see, there is plenty of parking space. Photo: Zoopla
. Grand hall
The front door of the property leads into a grand reception hall, where you are greeted by period features, including high ceilings and oak floors. Just off the hallway are a storage room and a WC. Photo: Zoopla
. Delightful drawing room
To the left of the reception hall is this delightful drawing room, with its high ceilings, open fireplace, oak flooring and imposing bay window. Comfortable and classy, it is infused with natural light. Photo: Submitted
. Kitchen and breakfast room
Opposite the drawing room at Oakerthorpe Manor is this pleasant kitchen and breakfast room. It features integrated appliances, including ample storage, wood-effect flooring, spotlights and a Rayburn Royal range cooker. Photo: Zoopla
. Lots of character
The sitting room underlines that while the manor has been modernised in recent years, it still retains lots of period character. Patio doors from the sitting room lead into the garden Photo: Zoopla
. Impressive dining room
Imagine sitting down to dinner here. You would certainly feel like the lord or lady of the manor! The impressive dining room boasts a large bay window with a window seat, offering views of the countryside. It also has cast-iron radiators, oak flooring and a feature open fireplace. Photo: Zoopla
1. Rural feel
The driveway that wends its way to the property instantly gives visitors a rural feel. It is situated in the small Derbyshire village of Oakerthorpe, which is 11 miles south of Chesterfield. Photo: Zoopla
2. Please come in!
Please come in! One of the welcoming entrances to the manor, which is operated by wrought-iron electronic gates. As you can see, there is plenty of parking space. Photo: Zoopla
3. Grand hall
The front door of the property leads into a grand reception hall, where you are greeted by period features, including high ceilings and oak floors. Just off the hallway are a storage room and a WC. Photo: Zoopla
4. Delightful drawing room
To the left of the reception hall is this delightful drawing room, with its high ceilings, open fireplace, oak flooring and imposing bay window. Comfortable and classy, it is infused with natural light. Photo: Submitted