Mount Pleasant, Derrington, ST18

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens, brown paper packages tied up with string, these are a few of my favourite things! This secret cottage is indeed now one of our ‘new’ favourite things! This delightful three bedroom detached cottage, lovingly named ‘Debcote” is situated in the highly desirable village of Derrington in Staffordshire, promising a unique blend of character and high quality finishes at every turn of the head. A true feast for the eyes. Debcote is found nestled down a gated gravelled driveway and even some of the longest standing village residents are not aware of its existence! This cosy, chocolate box home gives a comforting sense of privacy and seclusion, making it an ideal choice for families or those seeking a peaceful and mysterious retreat. Upon entering, you are welcomed with open arms into the light hallway with areas to hang your belongings and to sit and slip off your boots after a Sunday afternoon stroll. The delight continues with a generous kitchen and dining area, thoughtfully designed with care and creativity by the current owner, this social space is certain to be the heart of the home. Fitted with a range of matching base, draw and wall mounted units, soft pale blue in colour with contrasting copper hardwear, grey and white ‘cloudy’ granite work surfaces with matching upstands, a recessed Belfast sink with mixer tap, integrated Neff appliances and copious amounts of workspace. The breakfast bar creates an additional seating area, maybe for a cup of the finest blended Italian coffee or a flute of something French making it an impeccable area for hosting family gatherings, entertaining friends or simply enjoying some alone time. The space is finished with bi folding doors which compliment the open plan feel combining seamless style and cleverly blurring the lines between the home and the perfectly tended garden. The living room is a standout feature which boasts generous proportions with not one, not two but three windows allowing natural light to spill over into the room. Honey coloured Oak beams adorn the ceiling and a clever storage space is discreetly placed behind elegant wall panels, as well as an open fire with exposed brick surround that adds warmth and charm, the loveliest of areas to curl up in on a deep sofa and enjoy a creamy hot chocolate under an oversized heirloom blanket. The panelled storage wall provides an abundance of space to hide ‘life’ and can easily house utility goods. Located off the entrance hall is a convenient guest cloakroom, with granite surfaces to the vanity sink and brilliantly thought out storage. Simply ideal for visitors and enhancing the overall functionality of the ground floor space. Up the wooden hill now where all three bedrooms are found off a spacious landing, two of which are generous doubles and the third is a single bedroom for a child or a well appointed study or dressing room. A super walk in wardrobe is also found on the landing with double hanging rails and space for a chest of draws. The master bedroom, situated at the end of the landing, is a bright room drenched in natural light, a restful oasis in which to retire to. The family bathroom is reached via the landing and has been finished to an exceptional standard, featuring a luxurious marble topped vanity style sink, a heated towel rail over a column radiator and stylish tiling surrounding the clawfoot bathtub…… perfect for a long, hot, deep soak with a rich glass of Merlot. This opulent suite is spacious and thoughtfully designed with relaxation in mind, including smart storage in the vanity unit, a Victorian rainfall shower over the tub and an additional wall mounted hand held shower attachment, a space saving and aesthetically pleasing concertina glass shower screen is both practical and classy ……. we think you’ll agree that this room is simply stunning! The gravel driveway to the front provides off road parking, pretty seating areas, annually returning rose bushes and an impressive hydrangea. The rear garden is generous in size, mainly laid to lawn with a vast array of established plants, trees and shrubs, mature hedging and a pretty patio seating area. This delightful cottage combines traditional character with contemporary touches, resulting in a home that is both charming and practical. With its beautiful village location, high quality finishes and well considered layout, Debcote presents a rare opportunity to be the proud owner of only a sprinkling of detached cottages within the village, so if you desire an abode simply drenched in charm and charisma, you’ve found it…….. but be sure to hold onto this chance with both hands, you certainly won’t be the only one to fall under its spell!