Little Onn, Stafford, Staffordshire ST20

Little Onn Hall is an outstanding example of a substantial country house, combining architectural presence with a refined, practical layout suited to modern living. Extending to over 10,500 sq ft, the accommodation has been the subject of a comprehensive restoration, enhancing original character while introducing a level of finish and comfort expected of a house of this calibre.

The house retains a wealth of period detailing, including high ceilings, intricate plasterwork, finely crafted joinery and a series of fireplaces, all of which reflect the craftsmanship of its 19th-century origins. These features are complemented by a thoughtful reconfiguration of the layout, creating a natural flow between formal and informal spaces.

The house is entered via an impressive front entrance leading to a reception hall, where a beautifully carved staircase forms a central focal point. From here, the principal rooms unfold, including a panelled library and a series of beautifully proportioned reception rooms.

The drawing room is particularly elegant, featuring a marquetry floor and large windows which fill the space with natural light. The adjacent sitting room enjoys far-reaching views over the gardens from a striking stone bay window, whilst the formal dining room provides an atmospheric setting for entertaining, enhanced by decorative ceiling work and period detailing.

At the heart of the house lies the exceptional kitchen, a voluminous space set beneath a glazed roof lantern which was originally a billiards room. This room has been expertly designed to combine scale and functionality, with bespoke cabinetry, a central island and a dining area, all supported by extensive ancillary accommodation including a walk-in pantry, utility as well as garden room, study, cinema room, gym and wine room, offering a comprehensive suite of spaces.

The principal staircase rises to a generous landing which leads to the impressive principal suite. This includes a spacious bedroom with fine views over the surrounding grounds, complemented by twin dressing rooms and beautifully appointed twin shower rooms.

There are nine further bedrooms arranged across the first and second floors, providing highly flexible accommodation for family and guests. These are served by a range of bath and shower rooms, all finished to a high standard.

A self-contained one bedroom apartment offers additional versatility, ideal for staff, guests or multi-generational living, and includes its own kitchen and sitting room.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS

The gardens and grounds at Little Onn Hall are a defining feature of the property, reflecting both historic design influences and careful modern stewardship.
Immediately surrounding the house are a series of gardens, including terraces, structured lawns and herbaceous borders, many of which follow the principles of late 19th-century landscape design.

A sunken parterre garden to the west offers a particularly attractive and enclosed setting, with stone walls, planting and ornamental detailing. To the south and east, terraces extend from the principal rooms, leading down to lawns and a sunken tennis lawn, all framed by mature trees and established planting.

To the north, a more tranquil area of the grounds centres around the remains of a historic moated site, now a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Surrounded by water, yew hedges and winding pathways, this area provides a unique connection to the estate’s earlier origins.

Beyond the gardens, the land extends into parkland and paddocks, interspersed with fine specimen trees including beech, yew and cedar, creating a quintessentially English setting.

OUTBUILDINGS AND AMENITIES

The property is well supported by a range of outbuildings, including garaging, kennels, greenhouse and kitchen garden, all conveniently located close to the house.

A recently constructed multi-purpose barn provides excellent additional accommodation, built to a high specification and currently used for car storage.

Set within an unspoilt rural enclave close to the Staffordshire and Shropshire border, Little Onn Hall enjoys a wonderfully private and picturesque setting, approached via a sweeping driveway through its own parkland. The approach reveals a striking Victorian façade, its Jacobean-inspired architecture distinguished by crow-stepped gables and a turreted elevation, all framed by mature trees and carefully composed planting.

The surrounding villages of Gnosall, Wheaton Aston and Brewood provide a range of day-to-day amenities, whilst the property is exceptionally well placed for communication links. Stafford lies within easy reach, offering a mainline railway station with services as efficient as 1 hour and 16 minutes to London Euston, whilst the M6 provides direct access to the wider motorway network, placing Birmingham, Manchester and beyond within comfortable commuting distance.

Despite its peaceful setting, Little Onn Hall is remarkably accessible, making it ideally suited as both a principal residence and a country retreat.

DISTANCES
Stafford – 9 miles
M6 Junction 12 – 8 miles
Birmingham – 28 miles
Manchester – 67 miles
Stafford station – 8 miles
Birmingham airport – 36 miles
Manchester airport – 50 miles