Property description
Situated in the delightful village of Chebsey, The Cottage enjoys a quiet location in a small cul-de-sac. Within easy reach of the M6 motorway at junction 14, the county town of Stafford and the thriving village of Eccleshall, the property is well placed for commuting and for day to day living with the advantage of providing a quiet rural retreat.
The timber framed property has a grade II listing and the sympathetic renovations and extension in the late 1980's have clearly been carried out to a very high standard. From the lane, a wide gateway opens into a gravelled parking area with detached garage to the rear. The property is entered from the side, through a solid oak door into a wonderful vaulted hallway with craftsman made oak staircase running to the first floor. The exposed timbers and brickwork hint not only at the way in which the property was constructed but also at the property's past with the fabric of the building allowed to take centre stage.
From the beautiful timbered hallway you step through a latched door and into the dining room revealing yet more of the building's past. With a plethora of timber beams, there is an original oak staircase, which is a fabulous feature, and a log burning stove sits in a attractive brick surround.
The dining room leads through to a light and airy sitting room with a multi fuel stove and solid oak flooring throughout. The French windows open onto the York stone patio overlooking the pretty cottage garden.
Two steps lead down from the dining room to a further reception room, currently in use as a study but would suit a number of purposes. An original range occupies one wall and is yet another feature that make this property so special.
The kitchen is well appointed with a range of bespoke hand made solid wood wall and base units with sink and drainer overlooking the rear garden.
The turned oak staircase leads to the first floor landing with the smaller of the three bedrooms to the rear and a bathroom to the right. Turning left along the landing reveals two well proportioned double bedrooms.
The rear bedroom has fitted wardrobes and overlooks the historic church of Chebsey with lovely views of Walton Hall.
The Master bedroom to the front again boasts many original features including exposed timbers in the vaulted ceiling and largely original oak floor boards.
To the rear of the property is an attractive cottage style garden with paved area adjacent to the cottage offering space to entertain, formed by enormous flagstones. A former pig sty of brick and tile construction offers additional useful storage. It is currently used as a wood store and has an electric supply.
Directions: From Stafford, take the A5013 towards Eccleshall. After the village of Great Bridgeford take the right turn towards Chebsey. In the village of Chebsey, take the second turning on the right and onwards into Park Lane. The cottage is situated on the right, half way along Park lane.
Property Features :
- Charming Grade II Listed Cottage
- Idyllic Village Location
- Three Bedrooms
- Wealth of Period Features
- Three Reception Rooms