Whitehouse, 3 Main Street, Hilton, Derby DE65 5FF

A rare opportunity to acquire one of Hilton’s oldest homes. This substantial four/five bedroom period cottage offers approximately 1,787 sq ft of characterful accommodation, four reception areas and a generous private rear garden. Requiring comprehensive modernisation, The Whitehouse offers exceptional potential in a highly convenient village centre location.

A substantial four/five bedroom semi detached period cottage occupying a generous plot in the heart of this popular South Derbyshire village. Believed to be approximately 300 years old and amongst Hilton’s oldest properties, the house extends to approximately 166 square metres (1,787 square feet) and retains an abundance of period character. Requiring a comprehensive programme of modernisation, it represents a rare opportunity to restore and personalise a sizeable village home with considerable potential.

The versatile accommodation includes four reception areas, comprising a lounge, dining room, study and conservatory, alongside an entrance reception and substantial kitchen. Exposed beams feature throughout, complemented by fireplaces, a stove, traditional Rayburn and other character details reflecting the property’s heritage. Across the upper floors are up to five bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with cast iron fireplace and a fifth bedroom served by an en suite shower room. Outside, gated access leads to a particularly generous and private rear garden with established trees, lawned areas and gravelled parking for approximately two vehicles. A substantial powered shed provides useful additional storage.

Positioned centrally on Main Street, the property is well placed for Hilton’s everyday amenities, including shops, cafés, public houses, medical facilities and community amenities. Families have access to Hilton Primary School and The Mease Spencer Academy within the village, with secondary education available nearby at John Port Spencer Academy in Etwall. Road connections are convenient for the A50 and surrounding centres including Derby, Burton upon Trent and Uttoxeter, while local bus services provide connections with neighbouring communities.

Auction Details

The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Live streamed auction and is being sold under the Unconditional sale type.

Binding contracts will be exchanged at the point of sale.

All sales are subject to our Common Auction Conditions and Bidder Terms. Properties located in Scotland and Northern Ireland will be subject to applicable local laws.

Auction Deposit and Fees

The following deposits and non-refundable auctioneers fees apply, and are payable immediately upon exchange of contracts:

• 5% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000)

• Buyer’s Fee of 4.8% inc. VAT of the purchase price (subject to a minimum of £6,000 inc. VAT)

There may be additional fees listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding.

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Guide Price & Reserve Price

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