Property description

As far as character cottages go, it doesn't get much better than this! You'll feel like you're living the country dream and putting your order in for wellies and tweed quicker than you can say \"tally-ho\"! The popular village of Seighford, with the well known Hollybush Inn within stumbling distance, is home to this gorgeous property which is bursting with charm and has been beautifully improved to create a spacious interior. The impressive dining kitchen has access to a walk-in pantry and separate utility room and there are two reception rooms that are both dual aspect and both feature stunning fireplaces and exposed beams. The first floor features a quirky split level landing with access to four double bedrooms and a family bathroom; the bright master bedroom being dual aspect and having access to an en suite shower room. A stable door in the kitchen and French doors off the lounge open out to the landscaped garden to the rear which offers the very best in country garden design! There are windings steps that lead down through a lawn with vegetable patch and rockery either side to a further lawned area with mature shrubs and far reaching views to the rear across Staffordshire countryside. Also outside is a detached double garage with exterior steps up to a balcony that leads to an extra room that is currently used as an office. Style, charm and space make this a property you won't want to miss!

First Floor

Entrance Hall - 12' 7'' (max) x 4' 10'' (3.83m (max) x 1.47m)
A hardwood entrance door with decorative glazed panel opens into the entrance hall which has a window to the side aspect with lead detail and an open staricase rising to the first floor. There is a fitted carpet, fitted ceiling light, understairs storage alcove and radiator. A solid pine character door with decorative latch detail opens into the living room.

Living Room - 15' 11'' (max) x 12' 11'' (4.85m (max) x 3.93m)
A dual aspect room with windows to the front and side and having lead detail and tiled window sills. There is a feature fireplace with inglenook having a character cast iron log burner mounted upon a quarry tiled hearth with a brick surround and an original wood beam mounted above with storage alcoves to the side of the chimneybreast. The room features exposed beams to the ceiling, fitted carpet, wall lights, television aerial connection and character radiator. A door leads through to the breakfast kitchen.

Kitchen Diner - 18' 7'' x 10' 5'' (max) and 18'1\" x 8'6\" (5.66m x 3.17m (max) and 5.51m x 2.59m)
An L-shaped room fitted with country style units comprising base cupboards with a granite effect worktop having a Belfast sink with a traditional style chrome mixer tap above. There is space for a Range style cooker with a gas connection and a contemporary stainless steel splashback above, integrated fridge, tiling to the splash areas. Windows above the kitchen units to the rear and side aspects giving views of the garden and far reaching views of the countryside. There is also a large Velux opening skylight allowing plenty of natural light and a stable door adjacent giving access out onto the rear patio. The flooring is fitted with original quarry tiles and there are exposed beams to the ceiling, a good space for a dining table and doors to a large pantry with electric light and power with space for a freestanding fridge freezer. The room is fitted with a range of spotlights to the ceiling and two hanging light fittings to the dining area, two radiators and doors give access to the lounge and utility room.

Utility Room - 8' 4'' (max) x 6' 9'' (max) (2.54m (max) x 2.06m (max))
With a range of matching base and wall units with a granite effect worktop and an inset stainless steel sink unit with a chrome mixer tap. With space and plumbing for an automatic washing machine and space and plumbing for a dishwasher. There is also a Worcester Bosch oil fired central heating boiler and the original quarry tiled flooring continues through from the kitchen. Spotlights to the ceiling, a window to the rear aspect overlooking the garden and a radiator. A door opens to the guest WC.

Guest WC - 3' 6'' x 2' 10'' (1.07m x 0.86m)
Having a white low level flush WC and featuring a fitted ceiling light, extractor and quarry tiled flooring.

Lounge - 17' 1'' x 12' 11'' (5.20m x 3.93m)
This dual aspect reception room has French doors to the rear garden. It features an inglenook fireplace with a cast iron log burner mounted upon a quarry tiled hearth with exposed beam mantle. The flooring features beautiful original decorative quarry tiling and there are two traditional style radiators, wall lights, lighting above the fireplace and a television aerial connection.

First Floor

Landing
Stairs rise from the entrance hall to the first floor landing which is split level and has a fitted carpet continuing from the hall. Fitted ceiling light, wall light, loft access and doors to all first floor rooms and a door to the airing cupboard which has slatted shelving and houses the hot water cylinder.

Master Bedroom - 17' 0'' (max) x 12' 11'' (max)(5.18m (max) x 3.93m (max))
Dual aspect with windows to the front and rear, neutral fitted carpet, a characterful apex roof style with inset spotlights, tiled windowsills for the extra touch of character and there is a traditional style radiator, television aerial connection and a door to the en-suite shower room.

En-suite Shower Room - 7' 2'' (max) x 3' 10'' (max)(2.18m (max) x 1.17m (max))
Having a contemporary matching white suite comprising a low level flush WC, vanity wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap above and cupboard below. Double walk-in shower enclosure with wall mounted chrome thermostatic mixer shower and glass doors. Tile effect vinyl flooring, chrome heated towel radiator, inset spotlights to the ceiling, extractor fan and tiling to the splash areas.

Bedroom Two - 12' 0'' x 11' 2'' (3.65m x 3.40m)
Having a window to the rear aspect with fantastic views of the garden and far reaching countryside beyond. There is a neutral fitted carpet, fitted ceiling lights, radiator and partially exposed beamwork to add character to the room.

Bedroom Three - 10' 5''(max) x 10' 10''(max) (3.17m (max) x 3.30m (max))
Having a window to the front aspect, neutral fitted carpet, radiator and fitted ceiling light.

Bedroom Four - 16' 0'' x 7' 2'' (4.87m x 2.18m)
Having a window to the side aspect, neutral fitted carpet, fitted ceiling light and a radiator.

Family Bathroom - 7' 8'' x 5' 10'' (2.34m x 1.78m)
With a contemporary matching white suite comprising low level flush WC, wall mounted wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap and P-shaped panel bath with chrome mixer tap and curved glass fitted shower screen and a chrome thermostatic mixer shower above with concealed pipework. Mosaic style tiling to the walls and ceramic tiled flooring. Chrome heated towel radiator, inset spotlights to the ceiling including one incorporating an extractor above the shower and integrated speakers.

Garage with Office above

Detached Double Garage - 17' 8'' x 17' 0'' (5.38m x 5.18m)
Triple aspect having a set of French doors to one side and a window to the opposite side aspect as well as two windows overlooking the rear garden. Two metal up and over doors, one being remote control operated and there is electric lighting and power. A set of metal steps rise up to a decked balcony which has stunning views of the countryside and gives access to the office.

Office - 16' 11'' (max) x 14' 4'' (max)(5.15m (max) x 4.37m (max))
Having a fitted carpet, inset ceiling spotlights, power sockets and storage alcoves into the eaves. Window with leaded detail and tiled windowsill to the front aspect and a loft access to further storage above. Two good sized storage cupboards which both feature inset spotlight to the ceiling and have the potential to be turned into an en-suite shower room.

Exterior
To the front of the property there is a generous blockpaved driveway with parking for several cars and a pathway leads towards the front door which features a picket gate to the front boundary. The front lawned garden has a range of mature shrubs and holly hedge to the front and wraps around the house to give access to the rear. Off the drive is a set of attractive wooden gates leading through to the rear garden which is laid to lawn with a blockpaved area around the house and a central paved path which has been landscaped having a good sized patio area. Steps lead down to the bottom of the garden with slate shingle detail and mature flowerbeds to each side leading down to a good sized lawned area with post and rail fencing to the boundary and a range of mature shrubs and trees. Beyond the boundary where there is tall tree screening you can see through to a lake to the rear and range of paddocks. The garden enjoys beautiful views across the Staffordshire countryside.

Directions
Leave Eccleshall on the A5013 Stafford Road and enter the village of Great Bridgeford. At the railway bridge turn right onto B5405 Woodseaves Road and before leaving the village turn left onto Clanford Road. Proceed for a short distance along this road and go past the turning on the left hand side before taking the second left signposted Seighford. The property is situated on the left hand side just before you reach the Hollybush Inn.

Note
Please note that there is a development of new homes in progress at the site adjacent to the property. Fencing will be erected to the side aspect to improve privacy and the view to the rear aspect will not be affected.