4 bedroom detached house for sale

An opportunity to acquire a delightful detached property set in around 0.75 Acres that includes a brick built stable block previously having full planning consent for conversion to a 2 bedroom detached bungalow (Now Lapsed). The former village post office has been improved over the years to provide a spacious 4 bedroom home with many period features. It briefly comprises a dining room with fireplace, bright and airy lounge with inglenook fireplace, central hallway, cellar, guest cloaks, side porch, breakfast kitchen, utility, 4 bedrooms with the master having en suite facilities and a family bathroom. Outside there are enclosed gardens and the stable block with full planning consent for conversion.

Location

The property is located in the village of Calf Heath which is ideally situated for a semi rural family home, that is within easy reach of the main commuter routes and railway services. It is within walking distance of local amenities and public houses and gives easy access to the towns of Penkridge and Cannock. It sits close to local marinas in Calf Heath and Gailey, which give links to the canal network. Also within easy reach is the outstanding natural beauty of Cannock Chase.

Setting & description

The Old Post Office is a delightful detached property set in around 0.75 Acres that includes a brick built stable block, having previous full planning consent for conversion to a 2 bedroom detached bungalow with its own access, gardens and a small pony paddock. The property has been improved over the years to provide a spacious 4 bedroom home with many period features and benefits from open views across the countryside. It briefly comprises a dining room with fireplace, bright and airy lounge with inglenook fireplace, central hallway, cellar, guest cloaks, side porch, breakfast kitchen, utility, 4 bedrooms with the master having en suite facilities and a family bathroom. Outside there are enclosed gardens and the stable block with full planning consent for conversion.

The main property

Dining room 6.91m(22'8'') max x 3.91m(12'10'') max
Approached from the front of the property via a hardwood door and having windows to the front and rear elevations, feature brick built open fireplace with beam over mantle and a quarry tiled hearth, centre and wall light points, radiators, power points, TV aerial points and doors leading off the the lounge and main hallway.
Lounge 5.44m(17'10'') max x 4.22m(13'10'') max
A bright and airy room that has windows to the front and rear elevations, a feature inglenook fireplace with side revere windows and a quarry tiled hearth, wall and centre light points, radiator, power points and TV aerial points.

Hallway

Located in the centre of the property it has a double panel radiator, built in storage cupboards, a walk in storage cupboard with quarry tiled floor, a window to the side elevation, the stairs off to the first floor accommodation, a hardwood panel door to the side porch and doors off to the cellar, guest cloaks and the kitchen.

Guest cloaks

Having an obscure glass window to the side elevation, radiator, light, WC and a wall mounted wash hand basin with tiled splash back.

Vaulted cellar

Approached via steps down from the hallway and having a light, arched ceiling and obscure glass windows to the front and rear of the property.

Side porch

Having a quarry tiled floor, wall light point, a window to the side elevation and doors to the hallway and rear courtyard.
Breakfast kitchen 5.31m(17'5'') max x 4.22m(13'10'') max
Having a quarry tiled floor, windows to the side and rear elevations, a range of Oak finish wall, base, display and larder units with roll edge work surfaces and tiled splash backs, part tiling to the walls, an original black cast range with wooden surround, one and a half bowl sink / drainer with brass antique style mixer taps, additional appliance space, an electric 'rangemaster' oven with matching extractor hood, light points, power points, telephone point and a door into the laundry / utility room.
Laundry / utility 4.09m(13'5'') max x 1.96m(6'5'') max
Having a quarry tiled floor, a window to the rear elevation, light, power points, plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher, additional appliance space, floor mounted central heating boiler and a hardwood panelled door leading to the rear of the property.

First floor

gallery landing

Approached via the turned staircase from the hallway and having windows to the rear elevation, radiators, power points, smoke alarm, wall light points, 2 storage cupboards / wardrobes, an airing cupboard, loft access point and doors off to the bedrooms and bathroom.
Master bedroom 4.24m(13'11'') max x 3.43m(11'3'') max
Having windows to the side and rear elevations, light, radiator, power points and a door in to the en suite.

En suite

Having fully tiled walls, a ceramic tiled floor, an obscure glass window to the front elevation, sunken down lighting, radiator, WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a fully tiled corner shower cubicle with electric shower.
Bedroom 2 4.17m(13'8'') max x 4.01m(13'2'') max
Having windows to the side and rear elevations, light, radiator and power points.
Bedroom 3 3.10m(10'2'') max x 2.92m(9'7'') max
Having a window to the front elevation, radiator, light, power points, telephone point, loft access and a cast iron feature fireplace.
Bedroom 4 3.73m(12'3'') max x 2.62m(8'7'') max
Having a window to the front elevation, cast iron feature fireplace, radiator, light and power points.

Bathroom

Having a ceramic tiled floor and fully tiled walls, an obscure glass window to the side elevation, sunken down lights, double panel radiator, shaver point, WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a corner bath.

Outside

walled courtyard

Approached either via the property or via the side gates off Oak Lane and being fully enclosed by a mixture of walling, hedges and fencing, and having a large paved patio area with light. This opens onto a lawn area which is bordered by a range of established shrubs, trees and conifers, with a dwarf boundary wall with wrought iron gates opening to the lawned garden.

Lawned rear garden

Having well stocked borders of shrubs, trees and conifers, a centre flower bed and giving access to the pony paddock.
Stable block / dwelling 2
Currently comprising of 1 double garage and adjoining 3 stable blocks. This building had full planning permission for conversion to a 2 bedroom detached bungalow, each bedroom having its own en suite, which also has a large garden area and separate access road from the main property. (Now Lapsed)
Full plans of the proposed building can be viewed at the agents office.

Viewing

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Tenure

We have been advised by the vendor that the property is freehold. We have not been able to confirm this by reference to the title deeds and therefore prospective purchasers are advised to obtain verification from the vendors solicitors during pre-contract enquiries.

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We have not inspected nor tested any of the appliances or services and prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the satisfactory operation there of. All measurements given are approximate and for guidance purposes only.

These particulars whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline for guidance only and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person acting on behalf of Marwood Independent Property Services ltd has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.