Rakesdale, Alton

Part of the cottage dates back around 400 years. Altered and extended over the last 60 years but now requires some refurbishment. This is a great opportunity for the new buyers to remodel to their own taste and to suit their individual needs. The location makes this a unique opportunity to really fulfil a dream.

Access to the property is via a private lane leading to a long sweeping driveway that winds through the spectacular woodland which makes up the majority of the acreage included in the sale with sloping paddocks located to the rear and side of the house.

The area is a walker's paradise with a myriad of walks throughout the valley from short easy strolls to challenging all day walks. The majority of walks are maintained by Forestry Commission. The Staffordshire Way, which is a 92 mile walk through some of the finest countryside in the Midlands. Please note that there are footpaths and bridleways that run through the property although these are fairly challenging routes and therefore not heavily trafficked. Alton is a charming Staffordshire village on the eastern side of the River Churnet, mentioned in the Domesday Book and contains numerous buildings of architectural interest. The village has a junior school, newsagent and there are plenty of village pubs.

Entrance to the cottage is via an entrance porch which leads into the main hallway with stairs to the first floor landing and doors to leading off to the ground floor living accommodation.

The main sitting room is a lovely size with double aspect windows with woodland views and an elegant feature stone fireplace with a log burning stove.

Moving through to the large living/dining room where there is a matching fireplace and log burner, a central ceiling beam and patio doors providing spectacular views of the rear paddock and surrounding woodland.

Off the dining room is a lean to conservatory with full height windows again showcasing those spectacular views and access out onto the garden.

The kitchen is also located off the dining room and is large enough to take a breakfast table. Fitted with a range of base and eye level units, integrated fridge and dishwasher and an eye level double oven, roll edge worksurfaces, one and a half bowl sink unit, tiled splashbacks, electric hob with extractor over, window into the conservatory and a door heading back to the main hallway.

The laundry room leads to the ground floor shower room and is fitted with a sink unit with storage beneath, storage shelving, tiling to splashback areas, window to the rear and space for appliances. The shower room has a low flush WC and a fully tiled shower area with shower tray and electric shower.

On the first floor a stairs lead to a spacious landing with a ceiling skylight, built-in airing cupboard and doors leading off to a family bathroom fitted with a low flush WC, pedestal washbasin and panelled bath, tiled splashbacks, window to the rear.

There are three excellent bedrooms on this floor with access through to the office at the side of the property which was converted from an old stable and now comprises two good sized rooms.

Outside the driveway leads past the largest section of woodland and splits to provide access to the large detached garage measuring 21'8" x 9'11" and to extensive parking at the side of the property. Gardens sit to the rear of the house and extend out into the paddock with the most spectacular of views reaching out across some of the most picturesque countryside in the county.

To view this fabulous property, please contact John German Uttoxeter office.

Agents note: A bridle way and public footpath pass the front of the property.

Tenure: Freehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).
Please note: It is quite common for some properties to have a Ring doorbell and internal recording devices.
Property construction: Standard
Parking: On site
Electricity supply: Mains
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Newly installed septic tank with warranty until 6 December 2034
Heating: Oil
(Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability).
Broadband type: None
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Mobile signal/coverage: See Ofcom link
Local Authority/Tax Band: Staffordshire Moorlands District Council / Tax Band E
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Our Ref: JGA04112024

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