Forge Close, Cannock

THE PROPERTY

EPC Rating: B **  Council Tax Band: D

Introduction & Exterior

This modern, detached family home in Churchbridge, just south of Cannock, will delight all viewers due to its outstanding presentation both inside and out, and fabulous space throughout. The property is positioned away from Forge Close on a private shared driveway with three neighbouring properties.

The house is set back from the private driveway behind a double-width driveway of its own that has a slabbed pathway to the side leading to the composite front door and an attractive lawn with flower bed. The driveway precedes a large single garage that has a manual up and over door to access. Directly opposite the house is a strip of land owned by the property that has a purpose-built bin store which is a lovely addition.

There is a secure gate to the left side of the house that leads to rear garden. The garden is a wonderful area for family and friends to relax, play and be entertained. It begins from the house with a raised decking area that is ideal for an outdoor furniture set before continuing onto the lawn, covering the majority of the ground space. A further seating option is available at the far-left corner with there being a curved patio. The garden has attractive raised flower beds to the borders and tall wooden fencing to the boundaries.

Ground Floor

Viewers enter the home into an ample hallway for removing coats and shoes. It is immediately apparent from this early stage that this is a well-presented home. From here there is a door to the left to access the lounge and the carpeted staircase leading up to the first floor.

The lounge is an excellent reception room for the family to relax. With dining space available in the kitchen, this really is a superb size and can comfortably fit a large sofa suite and entertainment unit, if desired. Natural light is allowed through the large front window that has a delightful set of shutters installed. It’s worth noting at this point that all external doors and windows are double-glazed.

At the rear of the lounge is a door to access the kitchen. This impressive room has the stylish suite fitted in a horseshoe formation around the right side of the room with a wide open space to the left for a dining table to be positioned in front of a wide set of French doors. The French doors open to the decking. The kitchen suite has a range of integrated appliances that include a chest height microwave with fan assisted oven underneath, four-burner gas hob with overhead extractor fan, fridge-freezer, and a dishwasher. Attractive tiling is applied to the splashback areas.

To the left of the room is a door through to a matching utility room that has spaces for a washing machine and tumble dryer, as well as a stainless-steel sink with drainer. The central heating system boiler is secluded within the utility room suite (water tank is located upstairs). From the utility room there is a door opening to the guest WC with wash basin and another to lead out to the rear garden.

First Floor

The first floor comprises of four double bedrooms, family bathroom, en suite shower room, and an airing cupboard housing the hot water tank.

After making their way up the staircase, viewers arrive at the carpeted landing with a choice of doors leading off to all four double bedrooms and the family bathroom. There is also a door to the airing cupboard housing the water tank and a hatch above to access a thickly insulated loft that is also boarded for extra storage.

Bedroom one is at the front left of the house and is a particularly large bedroom with a wide sliding door fitted wardrobe at the rear of the room. There is easily enough room for a king-sized bed and plenty of other side furniture. A door to the front right of the room opens to the en suite shower room. This suite includes a recessed shower cubicle, wash basin atop a storage cabinet, a toilet, and a chrome heated towel rail. Attractive tiling is placed to the splashback areas and wood effect flooring is laid underfoot.

The family bathroom, like the en suite, includes a stylish suite with wood-effect flooring. It features a long bathtub with shower fitted over, pedestal wash basin, toilet, and a tall chrome heated towel rail. The remaining bedrooms are each positioned at rear and front-right corners of the house and are all double rooms with carpet flooring.

NB - ROOM SIZES ARE SHOWN AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE.

TRANSPORT LINKS

Churchbridge is just south of the main junctions with the A5 and A460 in Cannock. A short journey west on the A460 leads to further major junctions with the M6, M6 Toll and subsequently the M54, meaning that commuting and travelling for leisure could not be more convenient. The nearby A34 Walsall Road leads to Walsall via Bloxwich.

The nearest train station, Landywood, is a short drive away and serves Great Wyrley and Cheslyn Hay. To save on parking it is around a thirty-minute walk. The station offers services to Birmingham New Street, Walsall, Cannock, Bloxwich & Rugeley via the Chase Line.

Buses services are available from the nearby A34, Walsall Road. These services provide access to Walsall, Cannock, Wolverhampton & Birmingham.

SCHOOLS & AMENITIES

Churchbridge is very close to Great Wyrley which is very well supported by local businesses and convenience stores. These include a veterinary practice, hair salon and takeaway outlets. There are a few welcoming public houses dotted around the village.

Just north of Churchbridge is the Orbital Retail Park with many familiar named shops including a Sainsburys supermarket. Just beyond this is the recently opened McArthur Glen Designer Outlet which has proven very successful since its recent opening. Being not far from countryside to the south, there are plenty of local walking opportunities but those wanting something a bit more special can drive 15-20 minutes north to reach Cannock Chase, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

According to the Staffordshire Schools website, the catchment schools for this home are within a half mile’s walk. They are Great Wyrley Academy (0.4 miles) and Moat Hall Primary School (0.5 miles). Despite the official catchment, many local children including the owners have attended Cheslyn Hay High School and Cheslyn Hay Primary School. Therefore we recommend that prospective buyers do check with the local authority before confirming catchment.

ROOM SIZES

Ground Floor

Lounge: 15’8 (into recess) x 11’2

Kitchen with Dining: 17’6 x 10’0 (into recess)

Utility Room: 6’2 x 6’2

Guest WC: 6’2 x 2’11

Garage: 18’2 x 9’1

First Floor

Bedroom One: 12’11 (into wardrobes) x 10’10

En Suite Shower Room: 5’9 x 5’6 (both maximum)

Bedroom Two: 13’3 x 9’5 (into recess, narrowing to 6’10)

Bedroom Three: 11’11 x 8’11

Bedroom Four: 12’3 x 8’6 (into recess)

Family Bathroom: 5’10 (plus door recess) x 5’10