Full description
Originally constructed in 1839 and lovingly extended by the vendors over many years, School House is one of the landmark properties in the award winning village of Haughton.
With a cottage feel despite its large dimensions this lovely family home has the benefit of four double bedrooms, two reception rooms, a large modern kitchen, two patio areas, extensive side and rear gardens, a double garage with large office above and plenty of character!
Extensively reroofed in 2016, and with the majority of the windows to the property either double or secondary glazed.
The small, friendly settlement of Haughton is a well-known community located just to the west side of Stafford (Approx. 4 miles). The village itself, which has won several best kept Village awards (previously in1963, 2000, 2004, 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014) is the current holder of the awards for the Best Kept Large Village in Stafford and the prestigious Best Kept Large Village In Staffordshire in 2015.
This gem of a community has several amenities located in its heart including a general store (with post office), a butcher, a hair dressers and a garage. The community is also served by a well thought of primary school (St Giles) , has two public houses ? the Bell and the Shropshire Inn which are both well reputed eateries ? and is also the home of Red Lion Ice Cream which can be purchased from the farm. Further amenities can be found in the nearby County Town of Stafford including a full range of shops and leisure facilities.
Though outside of the town, Haughton still has the benefit of superb transport links. Stafford Station (which provides main line services to London Euston, Birmingham, Liverpool and Manchester among others) is located only 4.3 miles away and the motorway network can be accessed at both M6 Junction 14 (6.4 miles approx.) and M6 Junction 13 (7.6 miles).
Entrance Hall: The original entrance to the property is located on the front aspect and is set to the back of a partial tower porch which has hallmarks of some of the local ecclesiastical styles. Accessed under an arch which is indicative of the early stages of the Victorian Gothic revival period this is still a fully functional front entrance but since the extensions were made to the property has become more of a formal entryway ? with day to day access being provided from the second entrance to the side of the property.
Living Room: Located to the front aspect of the property this lovely period room is simply stunning. With such features as a oak beamed fireplace with glass fronted cabinets above, a wood burning stove, period bay window to the front aspect and sliding doors to one of the property's patios to the side this is a warm and cosy space with lovely views over the side garden.
Dining Room: Located ideally adjacent to the kitchen and accessed through double doors, this elegant dining room is bright and light and is well suited for entertaining. With a well maintained parquet floor, fireplace with wood burning stove, period bay window to the front elevation and a large bay window with seat to the side elevation this is a well thought out space that cannot fail to impress guests. The room also comes with a display shelf mounted above head height completing the cottage feel despite the size of the room.
Kitchen: Set to the rear and side aspects of the property this designer fitted kitchen (installed May 2014) is a stunning asset to this home that seamlessly integrates a modern, functional culinary space in with the period features of this property. With oak worktops, a Franke sink with drainer in black, an integrated double oven, integrated hobs, integrated fridge and integrated dishwasher this is a clean, smart space that is both functional and stylish. With sufficient space for a breakfast table this is truly the hub of the house.
Pantry: Set to the side of the kitchen in an open plan and linking to the rear hallway this pantry area seamlessly fits in with the kitchen design and provides valuable additional storage
Second Hall: Located to the rear of the property this spacious second hallway provides access into the utility / downstairs bathroom, the stairs to the first floor and access into the rear garden. Light and bright and with wall mounted glazed display cabinets there is still sufficient room for additional furniture to make this a usable space rather than a simple thoroughfare.
Utility / Bathroom: Set to the side aspect of the property and located off the second hall this functional space features a low level W/C with concealed cistern, a cubicle shower, a sink and extensive storage with built in units including provision for a washing machine located along the side wall.
Landing: The stairs from the ground floor lead to a centralised landing that provides access into all the bedrooms and the family bathroom.
Master Bedroom: Set to the front aspect of the property with a large window overlooking the side garden, this is a large double bedroom that is furnished in a period fashion. With a carpeted floor, spotlights and a substantial range of fitted wardrobes in an appropriate style which also includes a built in dresser this is a large space for the owners of the property to enjoy.
Bedroom 2: The second bedroom is also another large double bedroom and isset to the rear aspect of the property but with windows to the side and rearelevations. With modern decoration and large windows and a sink this is agenerous space which has a bright and airy feel.
Bedroom 3: A large double room with dressing area set to the rear aspect of theproperty and with a window to the side elevation and two windows to the rearelevation. Also decorated in a modern fashion and with a built in wardrobe andsink.
Bedroom 4: Set to the front aspect of the property but with a window over theside garden, this double bedroom is decorated in a period fashion and featuresbuild in furniture including a corner sink.
Family Bathroom: Newly installed in May 2014, this luxury bathroom is simplystunning. Located in part in the front half-tower to the property this space has thefinest of finishes including a large bath with shower above, low level W/C withconcealed cistern, luxury sink with side mixer tap, illuminated mirrors, storagecupboards and with an oak floor.
Side Hall: Located between the kitchen and the garage, this tidy spacewith a tiled floor and neutral decoration provides day to day access intothe property through a stable type door and also access into the garageand the second patio to the rear of the property.
Garage & Office: Located to the side of the property to the rear oftarmacadam parking for three to four vehicles is a substantial doublegarage which has parking for two cars within and a substantial workshopspace to the rear. Above the garage is a large office space which is theperfect location to operate a home business. This space may also suitconversion into an annex with the required planning consents
Gardens: School House possesses extensive and charming gardens. Withmanicured lawns, bedding sections with mature shrubs, trees, two patioareas, and a water feature. For the vegetable gardener there is anallocated plot with a greenhouse, raised beds, storage shed and patio slabsto ease the maintenance and management of this area. Quite simply theoutdoor spaces to this property are an oasis for the private enjoyment ofthe home owners and represent a real asset to this magnificent residence