4 bedroom country house for sale

BENNET SAMWAYS is delighted to present this secluded four-bedroom detached country home for sale, set on 0.70 acres of countryside and offering glorious views. The property, extended to create a lovely family home, is located in the sought-after village of Alton in the Staffordshire Moorlands. With a spacious gross internal area of 1,850 sq. ft., the home also features a stable block and expansive outdoor space.

Interior - The home welcomes you with a handy porch leading into the main reception hall, which includes a re-fitted guest cloakroom. The sitting room boasts a feature brick fireplace with a log-burning stove and a bay window, perfect for chilly evenings. The kitchen has been remodeled to a high specification, featuring quartz countertops, a central island, an induction hob, electric fan oven, combi microwave, warming drawer, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and even a coffee machine. The fitted utility room offers plumbing for a washing machine and space for a dryer. An opening from the kitchen leads to a superb family room with a multi-fuel stove and French doors opening onto the garden. The ground floor also includes a study for those looking to work from home.

Exterior - The property features a sizable driveway providing ample parking, with a gated side entrance leading to the stable block. The stable block offers great storage but can also accommodate horses, as it is equipped with power and water. The 0.70 acres of grounds include ample space for growing your own vegetables, a main lawn, and plant borders. A unique feature of the property is the enclosed outdoor G&T hut, which includes a comfortable seating area and power for a chiller fridge, making it an excellent social area with stunning views to enjoy.

Locality - Alton is a picturesque village located in Staffordshire, England, renowned for its scenic beauty and historic charm. Nestled within the Churnet Valley, Alton boasts a rich heritage, with landmarks such as the Gothic-style Alton Castle and the adjacent St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church. The village is perhaps best known for being home to the popular Alton Towers Resort, one of the UK's premier theme parks, which draws visitors from all over the world. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush countryside, Alton offers a tranquil retreat with a vibrant community spirit, making it a delightful destination for both residents and tourists seeking to explore the idyllic landscapes of Staffordshire.

Owner's perspective - "We fell in love with Cherry Cottage as it fulfilled the dream of living the rural life tucked away, immersed in nature with privacy and peace and direct walking access onto the Staffordshire Way leading to Dimmingsdale (Ramblers Retreat café being a favourite daily walk) and the Churnet Valley with miles of open countryside to explore and yet less than 5 minutes' walk into the village with its shop, post office, doctors and pubs.
We loved the house and its mix of old and new, a comfortable family home with space in and out both practical and quirky and lots of potential for it to be whatever you want it to be.
The wildlife and the night skies have been the icing on this cherry cake, we have had foxes and deer, rabbits and squirrels, the jay, woodpecker and owl all visiting us in the garden and even our very own frogs as well as the joy of watching the lambs in the field – the good life can be achieved without feeling totally isolated and not many properties can offer it all."

Agent's notes - Tenure: Freehold. Council Tax: Staffordshire Moorlands band F. Services: Mains water, mains electricity, private drainage and internet connection. Estimated broadband speeds available via Ofcom are 8mb standard & 80mb superfast. The private drainage is by way of a septic tank within the land boundaries. The property land is also on two separate titles and is located in a conservation area of 'Alton & Farley'.