The Croft, Bell Lane, Barton under Needwood, DE13

Positioned in the heart of Barton under Needwood is The Croft, an elegant Georgian village home offering generously proportioned interiors, four bedrooms and delightful gardens overlooking St James’ Church tower.

Originally dating back to 1834, this handsome semi detached property retains a wealth of original and reinstated character, alongside extended and remodelled interiors presenting plenty of space for a growing family. The Croft features original antique pine doors, open fireplaces and beautifully maintained sash windows to the front, having received extensive refurbishment under the current owners as well as more recent upgrades including a remodel to the kitchen, new windows and bifold doors to the side of the property.

The entrance hall showcases a characteristically wide staircase and beautifully preserved Minton tiles, leading into two equally generous reception rooms each having feature fireplaces and original sash windows. An open plan dining kitchen with a handmade kitchen and walk in pantry has bifold doors opening out to the gardens, and from the inner hallway there is a laundry room and a traditionally styled ground floor bathroom. To the first floor are four good sized bedrooms and a shower room, with the second bedroom having a versatile dressing area ideal for conversion into an en suite. Outside, the garden extends to the side of the property enjoying plenty of sunlight, privacy and tranquil views towards the village Church, and there is on street parking available on Bell Lane.

Barton Under Needwood - The Croft resides at the end of the cul de sac of Bell Lane, overlooking picturesque views over the Church grounds to the front. This desirable rural community offers a superb array of amenities including coffee shops, gift shops, a post office, pubs, a Co-op, GP surgery, dental practise, and a stunning Tudor church. Holland Sports club lies in the heart of the village and plays host to an array of sporting activities for all ages including rugby, football, cricket, tennis and more.

There are a number of health and leisure facilities in the area including Branston Golf Club, Wychnor Park and Lichfield Golf & Country Club. The FA’s St George’s Park and Hoar Cross Hall with its luxurious spa and member only gym are both also a short drive away.

The village is served by Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ schools including Thomas Russell Primary and John Taylor High School, and there are an excellent array of independent schools also in the area including Lichfield Cathedral, Repton and Denstone.

For commuters, the village is ideally placed for the local centres of Burton on Trent and the Cathedral City of Lichfield which can be accessed via the A38 and each offer comprehensive leisure and shopping facilities. Rail stations in Burton and Lichfield provide regular and direct links to Birmingham, London and beyond, and the village is ideally placed for travel to the international airports of Manchester, East Midlands and Birmingham. Commuter roads including the A38, A50 and M6 Toll are all also within easy reach.