Leigh, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire ST10 4NT, UK

2021-07-24 21:19, User_1

Fisher German LLP Stafford Agent Valuation of this property is £699,950

Description:

A rare opportunity to acquire a refurbished 3 bedroom cottage with superb potential, tucked away down a 1/3 mile long driveway and set in 2.82 acres. 
Situation
Shortwoods is situated on the fringe of the village of Leigh, located 2.6 miles south of the larger centre of Tean and 7.9 miles from Uttoxeter. Leigh All Saints Church offers regular worship whilst Leigh Village Hall serves the local community as a venue for rural events and can be hired for private use. Two popular village pubs are also situated a short distance away, in the neighbouring villages of Withington Leigh and Church Leigh whilst Tean offers a variety of amenities including convenience store, eateries, pubs and schools. The town of Uttoxeter offers a range of supermarkets, shops, leisure and dining facilities as well as a cinema, bowling alley, ice rink and the popular Uttoxeter race course. Golf is available at both the Manor Golf Club in Kingstone and at Uttoxeter Golf Club.

Shortwoods is well placed for access to the regional road network with the A50 being within easy reach (at Uttoxeter) and providing a link to the M42, M1 and M6. Train services run to London from Stoke on Trent, Derby, Lichfield and Birmingham International. Regular train services also run from Uttoxeter station.

There is an excellent range of schooling within the area including Denstone College, Abbotsholme School, Thomas Alleynes School in Uttoxeter and Painsley Catholic College in Cheadle.

Description
Located in a stunning, rural location with panoramic 360 degree views, Shortwoods in a rare opportunity to acquire a refurbished cottage with enormous potential foe extension or redevelopment (subject to the necessary consents). Approach via a 1/3 mile driveway, the 2.82 acre plot is surrounded by neighbouring farm land which offers an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of day to day life, yet only minutes from efficient regional road links.

A wide front door opens to a hallway with guest WC, and doorway which leads through to triple aspect kitchen breakfast room, with exceptional views. The kitchen is fitted with a range of bespoke cabinetry set under a solid oak work surface which incorporates a Belfast sink and space for a range style cooker. There is plenty of space for a large dining table, centrally positioned to make the most of the excellent views from the multiple windows. Off the rear of the kitchen breakfast room is a well proportioned utility with plumbing for a washing machine and dryer, as well as external door. A further door off the hallway leads to the large triple aspect living room which benefits from a brick built fireplace with wood burner inset. A pair of wide double doors lead to a terrace area with exceptional rural views, whilst the entirety of the ground floor offers underfloor heating.

The staircases rises from the entrance hallway to a bright landing which provides access to all the bedroom accommodation. There is a large master bedroom with handy cupboard and breath taking views, well proportioned third bedroom that could be used as a dressing room, and a large guest bedroom with outstanding views. The family bathroom is exceptionally large and offers a contemporary finish with both bath and shower enclosure.

Outside
The approach to Shortwoods is quite enchanting, along a 1/3 mile track with no neighbours to be seen. The plot extends to a total of 2.82 acres and is divided into several areas. There is a large parking area in front of the house, as well as separate fenced and gated hardstanding area.

The garden area wraps around three sides of the house itself and offers panoramic views across the surrounding countryside whilst the gated paddock forms the balance of the plot.

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