Claypit Lane, Lichfield, WS14

truly exceptional and individually designed detached home, set within a peaceful rural hamlet yet just minutes from the heart of historic Lichfield. Nestled within the exclusive gated setting of Aldershaw, Chestnut Lodge is an impressive and beautifully presented home that combines character, contemporary style and an enviable countryside location. Originally created from a traditional barn and subsequently transformed and substantially extended into a striking designer residence, this is a home that offers space, versatility and individuality rarely found in such a convenient location. Approached through private electric gates, the property enjoys extensive parking for numerous vehicles, together with a garage and additional parking area. Beautifully maintained gardens extend to the front and side, creating an attractive setting and taking full advantage of the surrounding countryside views. Inside, the property makes an immediate impression with its magnificent grand entrance hall, featuring a polished porcelain tiled floor, impressive proportions and two staircases rising to the first floor. The spacious accommodation has been thoughtfully designed for both everyday family life and entertaining. The elegant sitting room features a stunning vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, creating a wonderful sense of character and space. At the heart of the home is the superb dining and family kitchen, providing an impressive social space for entertaining and family gatherings, complemented by a separate utility room. The ground floor also provides two bedrooms, including a bedroom with its own en-suite shower room, offering excellent flexibility for family members, guests or those seeking single-level accommodation. To the first floor are two further spacious bedrooms, including an impressive principal bedroom with walk in wardrobe and en-suite shower room, together with a stylish family bathroom. A particularly distinctive feature is the mezzanine level, overlooking the spectacular entrance hall. This versatile space would make an exceptional home office, reading area or additional occasional bedroom, while enjoying attractive views across the main hall and beyond. Outside, the beautifully cared-for gardens provide a peaceful and private setting, with open countryside views adding to the property’s sense of space and tranquillity. A rare combination of space, character and location Chestnut Lodge offers the best of both worlds: a tranquil rural lifestyle within a small and exclusive gated setting, whilst remaining conveniently close to Lichfield city centre and its excellent range of shops, restaurants, schools and amenities. With its striking architecture, generous accommodation, extensive secure parking, attractive gardens and exceptional flexibility, Chestnut Lodge is a truly distinctive home that needs to be seen to be fully appreciated.

ENTRANCE PORCH

approached via a feature traditional entrance door with glazed inserts and having door to:

GRAND HALLWAY

13.57m x 4.19m (44' 6" x 13' 9") this stunning main reception hall extends to almost 45 feet and has polished porcelain tiled flooring, ceiling spotlights, two staircases ascending to the first floor, radiators, recess, access to the garden with verandah and double doors open to:

SITTING ROOM

6.03m x 4.72m (19' 9" x 15' 6") having double glazed windows to front and French doors to the side giving panoramic views and further double glazed window to rear, all windows having fitted shutters. The main feature of the rooms is the stunning open vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, radiators and exposed brick fireplace with brick surround, tiled hearth and beamed mantle above.

IMPRESSIVE DINING KITCHEN

6.58m x 4.05m (21' 7" x 13' 3") approached via double doors from the grand hallway, polished porcelain tiled flooring, double glazed window and French doors to side garden, a range of LED ceiling spotlights, a range of feature units comprising base cupboards and drawers surmounted by work surfaces above, inset ceramic sink with swan neck mixer tap, wall mounted storage cupboards with glazed display cabinets and under-unit lighting, tiled splashbacks, central island unit with wine rack and base storage cupboards and drawers and breakfast bar area, integrated dishwasher and a range style cooker with extractor hood above and feature brick and beamed mantle above.

UTILITY ROOM

this recently updated utility room has polished porcelain tiled flooring, updated base and wall mounted storage cupboards, quartz work tops, tiled splashbacks, concealed space for boiler, spaces for white goods including washing machine and tumble dryer, door to side garden and door to ground floor bedroom.

GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM

4.45m x 3.55m (14' 7" x 11' 8") having radiator, two double glazed windows to front and door to:

EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM 1

having double glazed windows to rear, radiator, contemporary suite comprising vanity unit with inset wash hand basin, low flush W.C. and shower cubicle with shower appliance over.

GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM TWO

having radiator, built-in wardrobe and double glazed window to side.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING

having doors leading off to further accommodation.

MASTER BEDROOM

5.00m x 4.19m (16' 5" x 13' 9") having a large double glazed picture window with fitted shutters offering stunning views of the garden and countryside beyond, radiator, door to en suite and further door to:

DRESSING ROOM

having a range of fitted wardrobes.

EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM 2

having double glazed window to rear, chrome heated towel rail, Travertine tiling to both floor and walls, contemporary suite comprising wall hung wash hand basin with mosaic border, low flush W.C. and walk-in shower with mosaic tiled floor, glass screen and shower appliance over.

BEDROOM TWO

5.27m x 2.92m (17' 3" x 9' 7") having double glazed window to side offering views of the garden and radiator.

MAIN FAMILY BATHROOM

having window to side, tiled flooring, suite comprising vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and tiled splashback surround, low flush W.C. and 'L' shaped shower/bath with tiled surround, centrally positioned taps, glazed shower screen and shower over.

MEZZANINE FIRST FLOOR BEDROOM/OFFICE

this mezzanine first floor provides feature views of the grand hallway and could be used as an office, sitting area/bedroom or an ideal annex and has skylight windows to rear.

OUTSIDE

The property sits within superb well cared for grounds accessed via electrically operated gates and a tarmac and gravelled drive providing access to parking for numerous vehicles with fenced, walled and hedge perimeter. To the front of the property is a paved pathway leading to the front entrance door with gravelled and lawned areas, and is well stocked with trees and shrubs. The main garden to the property is located to the left hand side of the property having a feature paved patio area ideal for entertaining with access to the sitting rom, utility and dining kitchen. Set beyond the patio is a shaped lawn with well stocked mature shrubs, rear paved terrace, feature countryside views to the rear, hedged and walled boundary and gate to the front garden.

GARAGE

approached via entrance door and having light and power supply, useful storage above and to the front of the garage is further tarmac parking.

COUNCIL TAX

Band E.

DEVELOPMENT CHARGES

Service Charge payable for the maintenance of the grounds, gates and complex of approximately £80.00 per month. There is also an insurance of approximately £800 per annum. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property these details must be verified by your solicitor.

FURTHER INFORMATION AND LEASE TERMS

Mains water and electricity connected., oil heating. There are LPG tanks to supply the gas hob and the lounge fire. We understand the property, and the complex, benefit from a new sewerage facility with a sewage treatment plant. For broadband and mobile phone speeds and coverage, please check the Ofcom website. For further information please refer to Key Facts for Buyers. Our client advises us that the property is Leasehold, with a 999 year lease commencing from and including 24 June 2004 however we understand the five residents of the complex are all joint Freeholders and form part of Aldershawe Management Limited. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property these details must be verified by your solicitor.