Thorpe House

An exceptional five-bedroom Grade II Listed country home, set within approximately 2.95 acres, enjoying captivating views towards Thorpe Cloud.


With landscaped gardens, a paddock, independent holiday cottage and indoor swimming pool, Thorpe House presents a rare lifestyle opportunity in one of Derbyshire’s most desirable rural settings.

Thorpe House is an impressive and beautifully presented country residence, occupying a delightful position within approximately 2.95 acres of gardens and grounds, with far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside towards the distinctive Thorpe Cloud.

The main house offers generous and versatile accommodation arranged over three floors. At its heart is a refitted bespoke kitchen, elegant sitting and dining rooms, and a sunroom overlooking the gardens.
The five bedrooms include a superb principal suite with a walk-in dressing room, while the luxurious family bathroom enjoys views towards Thorpe Cloud.

Alongside the main residence, Thorpe Cloud View provides independent one-bedroom accommodation. Previously used as an annexe and more recently operated as a successful holiday cottage. An indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and changing facilities further enhance the property’s lifestyle appeal.

Thorpe lies around three miles north of the historic market town of Ashbourne, at the southern edge of the Peak District National Park.

Ground floor
• Approached via a stone-flagged pathway, the front door opens into a spacious and welcoming entrance hall, where a staircase rises to the first floor, and doors lead through to the principal reception rooms.
• A well-proportioned sitting room, complete with an open fireplace, enjoys dual-aspect views, with French doors providing access to the rear patio.
• The formal dining room is perfect for family gatherings, with room for a large dining table, and sash window offering views to the front.
• At the heart of the home is the bespoke kitchen, featuring striking Quartz worktops, an extensive range of fitted cabinetry and integrated appliances, and a stable door providing access to outside.
• Steps lead up into the sunroom at the rear of the property, which is a delightful space to enjoy views of the garden and the countryside beyond. Featuring exposed stonework, a multi-fuel burner and French doors opening onto the patio.
• Completing the ground floor is a refitted shower room, complemented by useful built-in storage and an additional understairs storage cupboard.

First floor
• The elegant principal bedroom features an attractive fireplace, and enjoys views out over the front garden and beyond. It is further enhanced by an en-suite shower room and a thoughtfully designed walk-in dressing room.
• Two well-appointed guest bedrooms are also located on the first floor and are served by a luxurious family bathroom, featuring a four-piece suite. The freestanding bath is perfectly positioned to enjoy views towards Thorpe Cloud, while a concealed utility area is discreetly positioned behind bespoke fitted cabinetry.

Second floor
• Two further bedrooms are located on the second floor, both offering useful eaves storage, and served by a charming two-piece WC.

Thorpe Cloud View
• Positioned adjacent to the property is Thorpe Cloud View. Originally utilised as an annexe/auxiliary accommodation, in recent years it has been run as a successful holiday cottage, providing a superb base for exploration of the Peak District.
• The property comprises a well-equipped kitchen and pantry, as well as a separate dining and lounge area, with characterful log-burning stove. Completing the ground floor is the shower room.
• Upstairs, the galleried landing leads to the double bedroom, having its own en suite WC.
• Across the courtyard, the indoor heated swimming pool offers a great space for year-round enjoyment, featuring a hot tub and changing area and benefits from solar panels to the roof, with battery storage.

Gardens and grounds
• Set in circa 2.95 acres, Thorpe House enjoys delightful grounds and views of the surrounding countryside – including the renowned Thorpe Cloud.
• Being set back from the road, the gated driveway sweeps as it approaches the property, offering ample off-road parking for both the main house and the ancillary accommodation.
• With extensive lawned areas, the rear garden also provides a pond and patio to the side and rear, ideal for outdoor entertaining or a peaceful space to enjoy the beautiful views. Beyond a traditional dry-stone wall is the adjoining paddock extending to about 1.53 acres, which has separate gated access off Glebe Lane.

Situation
Thorpe House occupies an enviable position amidst the rolling Derbyshire countryside, within the picturesque village of Thorpe and approximately three miles north of the historic market town of Ashbourne. Set on the southern edge of the Peak District National Park, the area is renowned for its dramatic scenery, peaceful rural character and extensive network of walking and cycling routes. The property enjoys particularly impressive views towards the distinctive Thorpe Cloud - one of the area’s best-known natural landmarks.

Thorpe lies at the entrance to Dovedale, with the River Dove and famous stepping stones within easy reach. The Limestone Way and Peak District Boundary Walk pass through the locality, while the nearby Tissington Trail provides an attractive traffic-free route through the surrounding countryside. The National Trust parkland and picturesque village of Ilam are also readily accessible, together with the historic estate village of Tissington and Tissington Hall.

Despite its tranquil setting, the property is well placed for everyday amenities. Ashbourne offers a broad selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and public houses, together with schooling, healthcare and recreational facilities. Known for its handsome Georgian architecture and traditional cobbled marketplace, the town provides an appealing focal point for the surrounding rural communities.

The nearby A515 and A52 provides convenient road access towards Ashbourne, Buxton and the wider Peak District, making the location equally suited to rural living as well as access to the region’s principal towns and attractions.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains electricity (three phase), water and drainage are connected. The property is heated by a wood pellet fired heating system and also benefits from solar panels with battery storage. Further information is available from the selling agent.

None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 66 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 25/08/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 25/08/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The property is held under Title No. DY173014 and is to be sold freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Local Authority
Derbyshire Dales District Council

Council Tax Band: G

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, AML due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.

Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – DE6 2AW

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