Property description
Whittaker & Biggs are delighted to offer for sale this uniquely designed cosy country cottage situated just on the outskirts of the busy market town of Leek. Set in an elevated position providing stunning views over the surrounding countryside. The accommodation has been cleverly utilised to incorporate many original charms and features to include exposed ceiling beams, feature brick chimney fitted with a Jutol open fire, which originates from Norway, being a real focal point in the room. An open plan living room and kitchen fitted with solid beech breakfast bar in between, newly refurbished kitchen units again incorporating solid beech work surfaces. To the first floor is a sizeable double bedroom with views over the countryside. The landing space is presently utilised as a utility area and incorporates an Indesit automatic washing machine with roll top work surface over giving space for a fridge or freezer, and bathroom fitted with a modern white bathroom suite. Stepped access to the loft space being converted to create further living accommodation with fully insulated panelled ceiling. Externally the property benefits from well-presented gardens which is an added bonus and includes a Garden Room made from Cedar cladding to the front aspect together with two gardens sheds. A brick outbuilding suitable for a utility and former brick W.C., feature decking area and wood store. Internal viewing of this pretty cottage is Essential to be fully appreciated.
* Living Room: 3.55m x 3.35m (11‘ 8" x 11‘)
Feature open fire incorporating Jutol open fire set in exposed brick chimney with stone lintel over set on stone hearth, built in bookshelves with built in meter cupboard below and TV hob, wall mounted double cupboard, double radiator, ceiling beams, UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect, UPVC double glazed door to the front aspect, oak flooring.
* Kitchen: 3.54m x 2.7m (11‘ 7" x 8‘ 10")
Excellent range of newly refurbished base cupboards and drawers having matching fittings thereto, solid beech work surfaces over with inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap, matching wall cupboards, tiled splash backs, extractor fan, feature serving hatch with solid beech breakfast bar open plan to the living room, ceiling beams, UPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect, UPVC double glazed door to the rear aspect, laminate flooring, staircase off. Note quarry tiles are situated beneath the laminate flooring.
FIRST FLOOR
* Landing/Utility area
Utility area incorporating Indesit washing machine, space for fridge or freezer, having roll top work surfaces over, part panelled walls, UPVC double glazed frosted window to the rear aspect, built in over stairs store incorporating newly fitted Glow Worm gas fire central heating boiler, single radiator, access to loft space, feature stained glass window to the bathroom.
* Master Bedroom: 3.57m x 3.23m (11‘ 9" x 10‘ 7")
UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect overlooking surrounding countryside, part panelled walls, exposed ceiling beams, single radiator, built in double wardrobe, painted timber flooring.
* Bathroom: 2.82m x 1.34m (9‘ 3" x 4‘ 5")
White suite comprising panel bath having mixer tap and shower attachment, low level WC, wash hand basin with cupboards beneath, single radiator, tiled splash backs, part panelled walls, UPVC double glazed frosted window to the rear aspect, exposed ceiling beams, cushion flooring.
SECOND FLOOR
* Loft Space: 5.44m x 3.36m (17‘ 10" x 11‘)
Feature tiled fireplace, double glazed Velux windows to the front and rear aspects, single radiator, exposed wooden slatted ceiling being fully insulated, exposed beams, part panelled walls, wooden flooring.
OUTSIDE
To the rear aspect is a brick outbuilding measuring 2.06 x 1.77 having covered porch area, plumbing for automatic washing machine and water supply.
* Former WC
Presently utilised as a wood store.
* Rear Garden
Stone steps leading to gardens laid to a feature decking area ideal for relaxing in the evening sun. Timber wood store. Timber and felt garden shed. Communal path leads to the side steps leading onto Park Road.
* Front Garden
Flagged Patio area with slate and astro turf insets, courtesy lighting.
Two timber garden sheds, one incorporating external power points and security lighting.
* Garden Room: 3.48m x 1.84m (11‘ 5" x 6‘)
Being constructed out of cedar cladding and incorporates a covered porch area with partial astro turf roof. Window to the rear aspect, UPVC double glazed door to the front aspect with inset glazed panel, feature circular window to the front aspect, laminate flooring, power points.
SERVICES:
All main services are connected.
TENURE:
We understand the property is Freehold.
COUNCIL TAX BAND A
Staffordshire Moorlands District Council.
EPC RATING D
VIEWING:
Strictly by appointment with Whittaker & Biggs.
Property Features :
- A nicely presented one bedroom mid terraced property
- Situated in an elevated position with views over the countryside.
- Additional loft space giving further accommodation
- A cosy country cottage boasting character
- Viewing ESSENTIAL
- Views
- Gas Central Heating
- Double Glazing