5 bed detached house for sale

Sandybrook Lane, Birchall, Leek, Staffordshire ST13

Welcome to Thornhill - an individual detached single story residence nestled on the outskirts of the historic moorlands market town of Leek situated on the highly regarded Sandybrook Lane in the coveted area of Birchall. Thornhill offers an ideal solution for larger families with dependent relatives or teenage children, thanks to its annexe accommodation and flexible layout. The main accommodation features a bright entrance porch, an L shaped entrance hallway which leads into the Modern Open Plan Dining Kitchen (with integrated appliances), Lounge, Utility Room, Laundry Room, Newly Installed Family Bathroom and Four Double Bedrooms. Bedroom One also has a useful Ensuite Shower Room/WC. The Self Contained Annexe Accommodation also has its own private entrance porch which then leads into a Cosy Sitting Room, Double Bedroom (Bedroom Five) and handy Ensuite Shower Room/WC. The double bedroom in the annexe is currently used as a Study however this space could be ideal for those looking to earn additional holiday let income such as an airbnb. Externally, Thornhill sits in an enviable plot measuring just under a 1/3 of an acre (or thereabouts). It has two driveways, a detached single garage and attractive elevated gardens with its own outdoor bar area enjoying a good degree of privacy and offering fantastic views. For avid fitness enthusiasts and keen golfers, Thornhill also benefits from being within easy strolling distance of Leek Golf Club and Birchall Playing Fields. A viewing is essential to appreciate all of the space and potential that this substantial family home has to offer. Please Quote Ref: JS0462

Main Accommodation

Entrance Porch

UPVC double glazed entrance door and UPVC double glazed window. Sliding UPVC double glazed door leading into:-

Entrance Hall

Two radiators, door leading into the Dining Kitchen and main living accommodation. Doors leading into Bedroom Two, Three, Four, Family Bathroom, WC and Laundry Room.

Kitchen Area - 5.96 x 2.81 (19'6" x 9'2")

Modern Dining kitchen fitted with variety of matching wall and base units with worksurfaces over incorporating a one and a half bowl sink and drainer unit with mixer tap, four ring induction hob with extractor over, double electric oven, integrated dishwasher, radiator, space for an 'American' style fridge freezer and UPVC windows to the front and rear. Opening into:-

Dining Area - 5.95 x 2.89 (19'6" x 9'5")

'Parquet' style flooring, radiator, UPVC double glazed sliding patio doors leading to the rear garden, UPVC double glazed window, wall mounted living flame effect gas fire, ceiling light, space for a large dining table and bar area with space for stools. Door leading into:-

Inner Hall

Radiator, UPVC double glazed window, doors leading to the Lounge and Bedroom One. Opening into:-

Utility Room - 3.58 x 2.24 (11'8" x 7'4")

Fitted with a range of wall and base units with worksurfaces over incorporating a one and a half bowl sink and drainer unit with mixer tap, integrated electrical oven, space for under counter fridge freezer, UPVC double glazed window and door leading out to the rear garden.

Lounge - 4.98 x 4.44 (16'4" x 14'6")

UPVC double glazed bay window, feature fire place with coal effect gas fire set in marble with inset lighting and two radiators.

Bedroom One - 4.52 x 2.96 (14'9" x 9'8")

Fitted wardrobes and bedroom furniture, radiator and UPVC double glazed window. Door leading into:-

Ensuite Shower Room/WC - 2.34 x 1.80 (7'8" x 5'10")

Attractive fully tiled shower suite fitted with a walk in corner shower cubicle with shower, 'Vanity' sink unit and WC, frosted UPVC double glazed window and airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder.

Bedroom Two - 4.22 x 2.67 (13'10" x 8'9")

UPVC double glazed window, feature internal circular window and radiator.

Bedroom Three - 3.95 x 2.80 (12'11" x 9'2")

Four fitted wardrobes, UPVC double glazed window and radiator.

Bedroom Four - 3.80 x 2.92 (12'5" x 9'6")

Access to the loft, UPVC double glazed windows and radiator.

Family Bathroom - 3.16 x 1.99 (10'4" x 6'6")

Stunning family bathroom recently fitted with a contemporary white four piece suite comprising of double ended roll top bath with central waterfall mixer tap, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, corner shower cubicle with shower, fully tiled walls, wall mounted heated towel rail and frosted UPVC double glazed window.

WC

Part tiled walls, WC and frosted UPVC double glazed window.

Laundry Room - 1.96 x 1.56 (6'5" x 5'1")

Fitted base units with work surface over, plumbing for automatic washing machine and dryer and UPVC double glazed window.

Annexe Accommodation

The annexe accommodation has its own private entrance to the front of the property. The annexe can also be accessed internally via a door leading from Bedroom Two.

Entrance Porch

UPVC double glazed entrance door and windows, 'Quarry' style tiled flooring, wooden door leading into:-

Sitting Room - 3.36 x 2.86 (11'0" x 9'4")

Feature fire place with brick surround and coal effect gas fire, UPVC double glazed windows and radiator. Door leading into:-

Bedroom Five - 3.35 x 2.27 (10'11" x 7'5")

Fitted wardrobe, radiator, UPVC double glazed window, radiator and access to the loft. Currently used as a Home Study. Door leading into:-

Ensuite Shower Room/WC - 2.39 x 1.41 (7'10" x 4'7")

Fully tiled ensuite shower room comprising of a walk in corner shower cubicle with shower, wash hand basin, WC, wall mounted heated towel rail and frosted UPVC double glazed window.

Exterior/Front

Thornhill sits on a grand plot measuring just under a third of an acre. It has a substantial driveway providing off road parking for multiple vehicles including space a motor home or caravan if desired. There is also a detached single garage, substantial shed and second driveway which you can find to the side of the property. Gated access leads to the rear garden.

Detached Garage - 4.98 x 2.58 (16'4" x 8'5")

Up and over door, Power and light.

Shed - 2.42 x 1.77 (7'11" x 5'9")

Currently used for storage.

Rear Garden

The rear garden is elevated in parts and is of an fantastic size. It features various patio and seating areas with a pathway leading up to a large lawn. This area is perfect for those with green fingers and has been beautifully maintained. To the foot of the garden there is an outside bar area (nicknamed the 'Garden Arms') with feature decking providing the ideal spot for alfresco dining, drinking with family and friends or simply unwinding with your morning coffee taking in the far reaching views of the neighbouring moorlands countryside. The outside bar area also benefits from power and light.

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Location

Leek, known as the 'Queen of the Staffordshire Moorlands, ' is a picturesque market town and civil parish in the county of Staffordshire. Located just 10 miles from Stoke-on-Trent, its history lies as an ancient borough and was granted royal charter in 1214. Thornhill is situated at just one mile from Leek's bustling town centre which features independent shops and public houses, traditional indoor and outdoor markets, delightful eateries, leisure centre and bus station. Leek's bus station serves several local routes, including connections to nearby towns such as Cheadle, Buxton, Ashbourne, Macclesfield and Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Surrounding Leek are the natural wonders such as the The Roaches, Rudyard Lake, Tittesworth Reservoir and to the west, the Peak District National Park. The Staffordshire Moorlands has also recently (As of 2025) been named in a study as the 'best area' to live and raise a family in the Midlands.

Services

Mains gas, electricity, drainage and water connected.

Ultrafast broadband is believed to be available in the area. Please contact your provider to confirm.

Council Tax Band: F

EPC Rating: D

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