The Drive, Alsagers Bank, ST7

Heywoods Estate Agents are excited to bring to the market School House, Alsagers Bank, a truly individual and characterful three-bedroom detached residence bursting with charm, history and exceptional potential. Occupying a prominent position within the popular village of Alsagers Bank, this unique property offers an incredibly rare opportunity for purchasers looking to create something truly special. With its distinctive appearance, versatile accommodation, delightful original features and wonderful far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside, School House is a property quite unlike any other.

Steeped in character and offering an abundance of possibilities, this fascinating home is now in need of a schedule of refurbishment and modernisation throughout. Importantly, however, significant investment has already been made in the property, including works to the roof, windows replaced within the last few years and new boilers. These improvements represent a considerable advantage for prospective purchasers, with some of the more substantial and costly aspects of a renovation project having already received attention. For those with the imagination and vision to recognise its potential, the rewards could be exceptional. Whether you are searching for a distinctive family home, a character renovation project or simply somewhere with a little more personality than the average property, School House presents an exciting opportunity to breathe new life into a building full of history.

The accommodation is both interesting and surprisingly spacious, with a layout that reflects the property's individuality. A welcoming entrance porch leads into the ground floor, where two generous reception rooms provide excellent flexibility for everyday living and entertaining. The sitting room offers a wealth of character, including a traditional fireplace, whilst the substantial living room provides further space to relax and unwind. Both rooms offer tremendous scope to be transformed into beautiful living spaces whilst retaining the charm that makes this property so distinctive.

To the rear, a hallway connects the main accommodation to a kitchen, pantry, useful storage areas and a separate laundry room. One of the property's particularly interesting features is the enclosed central courtyard, creating an unusual and charming outdoor space with exciting potential to become an attractive private seating area. A further wet room adds practicality to the ground floor arrangement. The variety of rooms and spaces offers considerable flexibility for anyone wishing to reimagine the layout, subject to any necessary consents.

To the first floor, the property offers three bedrooms, each with its own character and potential. The principal bedroom is a particularly generous room and benefits from an adjoining en-suite facility, whilst the remaining bedrooms provide further accommodation suitable for family members, guests or home working. As with the ground floor, the upstairs accommodation would benefit from complete modernisation, offering the opportunity to create a stylish and comfortable home tailored entirely to the purchaser's tastes and requirements.

Externally, School House continues to impress with its distinctive traditional brickwork, established boundary hedging and striking roadside presence. The property enjoys an elevated setting with wonderful views over the surrounding area, adding considerably to its appeal. A driveway provides off-road parking and leads to a substantial garage, offering valuable storage, workshop space or further potential, subject to the relevant permissions. The enclosed courtyard provides additional outdoor space and an opportunity to create a charming and secluded retreat.

Situated in the sought-after village of Alsagers Bank, the property enjoys a semi-rural atmosphere whilst remaining conveniently positioned for access to nearby Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke-on-Trent and the surrounding towns and villages. The location combines village charm with access to everyday amenities, transport connections and beautiful surrounding countryside.

School House is not simply another property coming to the market; it is an opportunity to create a truly remarkable home. Its unusual configuration, distinctive architecture, generous accommodation and wealth of character combine to make it a genuinely exciting proposition. Whilst the property requires extensive refurbishment throughout, the investment already undertaken in the roof, windows and boilers provides a valuable starting point for its transformation. There remains enormous scope for improvement and the chance to restore and enhance a home of real individuality.

Properties of this nature rarely become available, particularly those offering such character and potential in an appealing village setting. An internal inspection is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space, individuality and possibilities on offer. School House is ready for its next chapter, and for the right purchaser, it could become something truly extraordinary.

Properties of this nature rarely become available, particularly those offering such character and potential in an appealing village setting. An internal inspection is highly recommended to fully appreciate the space, individuality and possibilities on offer. School House is ready for its next chapter, and for the right purchaser, it could become something truly extraordinary.

Entrance

1.65m x 1.62m

Living Room

4.68m x 4.66m

Sitting Room

4.25m x 3.57m

Hallway

5.31m x 2.02m

Wet Room

2.07m x 1.96m

Kitchen

4.5m x 2.47m

Store

2.02m x 1.57m

First Floor Landing

2.48m x 0.98m

Bedroom One

3.92m x 3.63m

Ensuite Shower Room

2.08m x 0.71m

Bedroom Two

3.63m x 2.2m

Bedroom Three

3.58m x 2.35m

Garage

6.93m x 3.64m

Courtyard

4.65m x 4.4m

AGENTS NOTES

Council Tax Band - C
EPC Rating - To Follow
Tenure - Freehold

Parking - Garage

Parking - Driveway

Disclaimer

These particulars are provided for general guidance only and do not form part of any offer or contract. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate, it should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Neither the vendor nor the agent make any warranty or representation regarding the property and the agent has no authority to do so on behalf of the vendor. All measurements, areas and distances are approximate and photographs are for illustrative purposes only. Fixtures, fittings, appliances and services referred to have not been tested and no guarantee can be given as to their condition or working order. Material information has been provided by the seller and other sources and should be independently verified by prospective purchasers through inspection and by consulting their solicitor or surveyor. If your offer is accepted, a £36 fee will apply for Anti-Money Laundering identity checks.