4 bed detached house for sale

Hartwell Lane, Stone ST15

Hartwell Grange

Set within a generous plot of 8.2 acres, Hartwell Grange presents a rare opportunity to acquire an equestrian property with excellent facilities and outstanding potential. The property boasts well-arranged stable facilities, including a tack room, a ménage, and surrounding grazing fields that provide year-round equestrian use.

Inside this home you will discover four generously sized and versatile reception rooms offering an array of uses, from living spaces and dining areas to a playroom for little ones, a crafts room and entertaining spaces for guests. You have the benefit of a separate study which provides the perfect quiet spot for working from home. Throughout the home you’ll find exposed beams and brick work, traditional stone flooring, and two log burners. The kitchen is home to a dual-Belfast sink, ample cabinetry space and a stunning aga cooker. The ground floor offers a spacious utility space, a W/C, and a generous entrance hall with under-stairs fitted storage. Upstairs, you’ll find four double bedrooms, including a master bedroom with an en suite shower room. The family bathroom offers a bath/shower duo, sink, and W/C.

The facilities included with this property are perfect for equestrians, boasting a block of four stables, a dedicated tack room, and a 0.38-acre ménage. Within the 8.2-acre plot, you’ll find multiple different grazing fields that are ideal for a variety of animals. The barn is easily accessed and provides ample storage space. The property is reached along a long lane with two separate cattle grids, leading to the main house, which then offers ample off-road parking. You will also find a variety of different outdoor store spaces.

Also available by separate negotiation are Hartwell Cottages: Two semi-detached cottages with a large outbuilding, set within their own 1.83-acre gardens including pond, paddock and landscaped grounds. The cottages are adjacent to Hartwell Grange and accessible via the shared access lane serving both properties. The cottages have previously held planning permission for demolition and development into one large prestigious dwelling. Enquiries should be made with the relevant planning authorities for copies of permissions granted.

Location

The property sits off Hartwell Lane, which is to the North-Western rural outskirts of the popular town of Stone. Stone is a charming market and canal town situated on the River Trent, between the larger towns of Stafford and Stoke-on-Trent, close to the A34, M6, and mainline train stations, giving easy access to Stafford, Stoke, and beyond.

The town boasts a vibrant high street filled with independent shops, cafés, and restaurants, alongside regular farmers’ and craft markets Stone is also celebrated for its thriving food and drink scene, most notably the annual Stone Food & Drink Festival, which showcases local produce and artisan talent.

For leisure and outdoor pursuits, the nearby Trent and Mersey Canal provides scenic towpaths for walking and cycling, while Westbridge Park and surrounding countryside offer plenty of green space.

Stone has a 3-tier schooling system with popular first, middle and high schools all within the town as well as highly regarded independent schools.

With a blend of historic charm, strong community spirit, and convenient access to both rural and urban amenities, Stone offers an attractive place to live, work, and visit in the heart of Staffordshire.