Property description

**NO UPWARD CHAIN** This charming south facing cottage could be lifted straight from the pages of a childhood story, with its chocolate box appearance and picturesque setting. Positioned on a large plot that extends to approximately 0.57 acres, this Grade II listed property, which dates back to 1611, has been renovated by its current owners to create a fantastic family home. There is an entrance porch which leads into the open plan living space, with the dining room to your right having a beautiful exposed ceiling, wall beams and original quarry tiled flooring with underfloor heating. You will also find a custom made oak staircase leading to the first floor accommodation. To the left, the property opens into a spacious lounge with a feature inglenook stone fireplace housing an inset dual log burner that creates a stunning focal point within the room. The kitchen leads off the lounge where you'll find a bespoke oak kitchen with a feature ornamental mantle beam and side cupboards matching the base units set above the Pewter Redfyre gas fired range cooker. There is also a shower room, rear porch and external utility room to the downstairs accommodation. To the first floor are three double bedrooms all with feature ceiling and wall beams, the master bedroom also has a walk in wardrobe. Within the family bathroom there is a quality three piece suite with a freestanding roll top bath, pedestal hand wash basin and low level flush WC. Externally a shared sweeping driveway leads to ample parking, whilst to the left of the property is a raised lawn garden, which continues through an archway into a mature wooded area. The rear garden comprises mature trees and shrubs surrounding a large lawned garden. To appreciate the character and charm which this property has to offer, call today and book your viewing! 

Ground Floor

Living Room - 20' 10'' (max) x 15' 6'' (max) (6.35m (max) x 4.72m (max))
An amazing reception room full of charm and character with the main focal point of the room being a beautiful feature stone fireplace with a brick-built fire back, slate hearth and a solid oak beam mantle over with an inset multi fuel burner. There is quarry tiled flooring having under floor heating, feature exposed wall and ceiling beams and four mounted wall lights which add to the ambiance of the room. A walk-in bay window has recessed ceiling spotlights. The two rear facing windows afford views to the private rear garden. Openings lead into the kitchen and also to the dining room.

Dining Room - 16' 6'' x 12' 5'' (5.03m x 3.78m)
Openings either side of the feature fireplace in the lounge lead to the dining room with its exposed wall beams and a continuation of the quarry tiled flooring with underfloor heating. There are five wall mounted lights, front-facing windows, ceiling beams and a beautiful oak staircase leads to the first floor accommodation.

Kitchen - 16' 7'' x 15' 3'' (max)(5.05m x 4.64m (max))
Having bespoke oak base units with Pewter handles and a feature ornamental mantle beam with side cupboards, matching the base units set above the Pewter Redfyre gas fired range cooker. There are granite worksurfaces, slips and splashback with a butler sink and a swan neck chrome mixer tap. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher and fridge. The kitchen is finished with tiled flooring, two ceiling lights, a front-facing window and a decorative inset window through to the lounge. The room again has feature wall and ceiling beams.

Shower Room - 10' 1'' (max) x 5' 6'' (3.07m (max) x 1.68m)
A modern shower room with a concealed cistern wall mounted WC with mirrored splashback and tiling to the splash areas, wall mounted chrome shower in a glass shower enclosure, and a wall mounted wash hand basin with chrome taps. There are a mirrored wall cabinets, tiled flooring, mains extractor fan and recessed ceiling spotlights. There are two rear-facing windows and the shower room also houses the combination boiler.

Rear Porch - 6' 2'' x 5' 0'' (1.88m x 1.52m)
With a character feature door leading out to the rear garden. There are half height walls with windows above to all three aspects overlooking the beautiful rear garden. Having ceiling beams, ceiling light, shelving, radiator and tiled flooring.

First Floor

Landing - 9' 11'' x 22' 8'' (max)(3.02m x 6.90m (max))
The oak staircase leads to the landing where there is a rear-facing window, radiator, ceiling light, two wall mounted lights and a mature oak effect laminate flooring into all the first floor accommodation. There is a loft access hatch with pull down ladder into a part boarded loft.

Master Bedroom - 16' 2'' x 15' 4'' (4.92m x 4.67m)
A character master bedroom with feature wall and ceiling beams, a ceiling light, two wall mounted lights and two radiators. Double doors lead into a walk in wardrobe.

Walk-in Wardrobe - 5' 8'' x 4' 10'' (1.73m x 1.47m)
With feature walls, shelving space, hanging rails and a ceiling light.

Bedroom Two - 16' 5'' x 13' 10'' (5.00m x 4.21m)
With feature wall and ceiling beams, wall mounted lights, radiator and a front-facing window. There is a also a raised step to the shelving area created from the chimney breast.

Bedroom Three - 13' 8'' x 9' 9'' (4.16m x 2.97m)
Another double bedroom which is full to the brim with character, with feature walls, a front-facing window, radiator, ceiling beams and recessed ceiling spotlights.

Family Bathroom - 7' 0'' x 6' 7'' (2.13m x 2.01m)
The stylish bathroom has a beautiful freestanding roll top bath, low level flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin with brass taps. With half tiled walls, radiator, side-facing window and recessed ceiling spotlights.

Utility Room - 7' 11'' x 5' 8'' (2.41m x 1.73m)
This is positioned at the rear of the property. An external door leads into the utility room which has concrete flooring, a tap, rear-facing window and strip lighting to the ceiling. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer.

Exterior
Entering into the property beyond the stone pillars, a shared driveway leads onto the private gravel drive which allows plenty of space for parking. There is a raised paved area positioned next to a feature wall providing a perfect place for drinks in the sun. To the left hand side steps lead up to a raised lawned garden with mature trees and planting. An archway leads to a woodland area comprising specimen mature trees, shrubs and wild planting which borders the cottage to the left and rear. The secluded rear garden is a delightful feature of the property and is laid to lawn with a raised planted rockery and boundary hedging.

Directions
From Eccleshall High Street head east and at the roundabout, take the third exit onto A519 and turn right onto Horse Fair/A519. Continue to follow this road for eight miles passing through Woodseaves, Forton ad Sutton. At the roundabout, take the third exit onto A41 and continue for 3.9 miles. Turn left and after 2.8 miles continue onto Mill Lane. Turn left to where the property will be identified by our for sale board.