Property description
If you are looking for something that is packed to the rafters with character but with a contemporary finish that meets modern day expectations, or for something in a spacious plot that is both conveniently accessible to town but not in amongst all the hustle and bustle or even for something with that bit of extra 'wow' factor then I might have just found the property for you! Oak Tree Cottage is located on the popular Buntingsdale Road, an ideal spot for dog lovers and keen Ramblers. The property is wonderfully presented from top to bottom and comprises a storm porch, guest WC, three reception rooms including a living room, dining hall and family room and breathtaking modern kitchen diner which has a very open plan feel to it and it opens through to a breakfast room. Upstairs are four proper double bedrooms and an incredible contemporary family bathroom with roll topped bath. There is some form of character in almost every room from its fireplaces, cast iron stoves, exposed timber beams and wood strip flooring whilst the outside has the cherry on the top... the heated swimming pool! Picture yourself entertaining on a hot summers day in amongst the spacious garden plot with lawn gardens and extensive paved seating areas and you will almost be snapping our hands off with your offer! Also outside is a detached double garage, utility room and brick-built exterior store. To the rear of the plot is a natural area which attracts a variety of birds and wildlife. This property really does tick all the boxes so book in your viewing today and prepare to be wowed.
Ground Floor
Storm Porch - 3' 6'' x 2' 9'' (1.07m x 0.84m)
A storm porch with canopy above provides a fitting entrance to this characterful residence and has a side-facing window.
Dining Hall - 12' 10'' (into bay) x 11' 6'' (3.91m (into bay) x 3.50m)
This wonderfully appointed dining hall benefits from having an array of character features including an open fireplace with iron surround and detailed tiling set within and a block paved hearth below with a timber mantelpiece above; this provides a fabulous focal point to the room. There are exposed brick walls and exposed timber beams to the ceiling. The room also has beautiful wood strip flooring and a front-facing double glazed bay window overlooking the extensive garden plot. There is a radiator and a door opening to the stairs which lead off to the first floor accommodation.
Family Room - 12' 1'' (max into bay) x 10' 11'' (3.68m (max into bay) x 3.32m)
This second reception room also benefits from a double glazed front-facing bay window which overlooks the extensive plot. There are some exposed beams to the ceiling and a radiator. A window seat has been cleverly inserted into the bay. This room could be used for a multitude of purposes including a study or separate sitting room.
Living Room - 11' 7'' x 10' 9'' (3.53m x 3.27m)
A further reception room once again boasting some beautiful character in the form of an exposed brick fireplace which houses a cast iron multi-fuel burning stove with block paved hearth below. The room has a set of front facing double glazed exterior doors which open out to the gardens. There is ceiling coving, radiator and side-facing double glazed window.
Breakfast Room - 7' 9'' x 7' 9'' (2.36m x 2.36m)
Forming the hub of this wonderful family home is the kitchen diner with breakfast room off which provides a fabulous open plan space. The Breakfast room area is finished with an exposed wood strip flooring and recessed ceiling spotlights. There is a useful built-in storage cupboard and further under stairs storage cupboard.
Kitchen Diner - 20' 7'' x 9' 6'' (6.27m x 2.89m)
Opening up from the breakfast room via a recess is a most impressive kitchen diner which comprises a range of matching contemporary base cabinets and wall units with a Belfast sink set into the impressive solid black Corian worksurface with matching solid black Corian splashback. A four ring gas hob is also set into the worksurface. There is space for a dishwasher and a tall fridge freezer whilst there is an integrated cooker. The room boasts a wealth of character which includes exposed brick walls, timber beams to the ceiling and even a cast iron wood burner with beam above. The room is finished with a tiled floor, recessed ceiling spotlights and radiator and the room houses the mains gas fired central heating boiler. Double glazed windows look out to each of the side aspects and there is also a side-facing exterior stable door with glazed panels inset which open out to a paved patio area.
Guest WC - 8' 6'' x 3' 5'' (2.59m x 1.04m)
The property benefits from having a downstairs toilet which comprises a low level flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin with separate brass taps above. The room is finished with a tiled floor, radiator and side-facing double glazed window.
First Floor
Landing
The staircase leads up to a spacious and bright landing which has a skylight and radiator. There is a useful built-in storage cupboard.
Master Bedroom - 11' 7'' x 10' 9'' (3.53m x 3.27m)
This is the first of four double bedrooms and offers yet another bright space courtesy of the front and rear-facing windows. The room is finished with an attractive pine wood strip flooring and radiator.
Bedroom Two - 13' 6'' (max into bay) x 11' 11'' (4.11m (max into bay) x 3.63m)
A second double bedroom which is once again fitted with a wood strip flooring and even benefits from having a cast iron wood burner set into a recess with block paved hearth below. Front-facing double glazed window overlooking the gardens, a radiator and built-in cupboard.
Bedroom Three - 12' 6'' (max into bay) x 11' 1'' (3.81m (max into bay) x 3.38m)
This is a third double bedroom with a front-facing double glazed window overlooking the garden. The room is fitted with a wood strip flooring, radiator and a built-in cupboard.
Bedroom Four - 11' 1'' x 9' 8'' (3.38m x 2.94m)
This is the fourth bright double bedroom with a rear-facing double glazed window and two large velux skylights. The room is finished with a radiator and recessed ceiling spotlights.
Family Bathroom - 9' 5'' x 8' 9'' (2.87m x 2.66m)
This large family bathroom is finished to a breathtaking standard with a contemporary white suite which includes a low level flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin with separate chrome taps and a roll topped bath with clawed feet and separate chrome taps. The bathroom is fitted with recessed ceiling spotlights and a wood striped flooring. There is a radiator and Velux skylight.
Utility Room
The property also benefits from having a utility room which is detached from the main house but sits adjacent to the kitchen. This utility room provides an ideal laundry space and has space and plumbing for a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
Detached Double Garage - 24' 5'' x 17' 9'' (7.44m x 5.41m)
A front-facing roller garage door opens to a double garage benefitting from having its own light and power. There is also plenty of rafter storage space above where there are two skylights. The garage has a side-facing window and side-facing pedestrian access door.
Brick-Built Storage Facility - 9' 1'' x 7' 0'' (2.77m x 2.13m)
A personal access door opens to a useful storage facility which has a skylight.
Exterior
The property sits on a gorgeous plot which is accessed to the front of the property where there is ample parking space for numerous vehicles. The remainder of the plot lies predominantly to the front of the property and is mainly laid to lawn. There is a high front hedge boundary which provides some desired privacy from the road. Also to the front is a range of attractive specimen trees whilst the show stopper is the heated swimming pool with paved surround and a brick and timber fenced border. There is also a large paved patio area adjoining the front of the property and a further paved seating area/courtyard lying down one side of the property which is an enclosed area and would provide the ideal spot for any dogs. To the rear of the property is a further part of the plot which lies on the hillside and provides an attractive, natural area which attracts a variety of birds and wildlife.
Directions
Leave Eccleshall via the Loggerheads Road and proceed through the villages of Pershall, Sugnall and Croxton. Proceed into the village of Loggerheads and at the mini roundabout with the A53 turn left onto the A53 signposted Market Drayton. Take a left-hand turn into Market Drayton and proceed towards the town centre and over the first mini roundabout near Asda. Upon reaching the town centre take a right-hand turn at the mini roundabout and proceed along this road until taking a left-hand turn onto Buntingsdale Road where the property can be found after a few hundred yards on the right-hand side as identified by our for sale board.