Bullclough Farm Ford, Nr Leek

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3 Bullclough Farm Wetley Lane, Ford, Nr Leek, ST13 7RR An enchanting six bedroom period detached stone country home with the most spectacular panoramic views over glorious countryside with detached stone barn having Planning Permission for a holiday let. Situated in 5.44 acres. Comprising Reception Hall, Lobby/Boot Room Drawing Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Utility Garden Room, Guest Cloakroom, Games Room/Office First Floor Landing, Four First Floor Bedrooms Jack n Jill En Suite, Family Bathroom Lounge/Kitchen Annex Second Floor Landing, Two Further Bedrooms Outbuildings, Double Garage, Large Driveway Extended Gardens Secluded Location Guide Price 800,000

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5 This enchanting six bedroom detached period stone country home is situated in an idyllic rural location, with the most spectacular panoramic views over glorious countryside. Situated in 5.44 acres and nestled into the side of the valley, this property has been a superb family home. As well as the main house there is also a detached two storey stone barn that has full planning permission for conversion to a two bedroom holiday let. The property also has a first floor attached annex that is currently being used for bed and breakfast, but equally could be used for a dependant relative or teenage accommodation. The property dates back to circa 1600 s and has some charming features including two Grade II listed mullion windows and listed original fireplace in the drawing room. It offers charming accommodation throughout and has the benefit of a recently added garden room. It is approached via a private road which is just under a kilometre long weaving over the River Hamps where there are also some fishing rights to the property. 8 miles to Leek, 17 miles to Uttoxeter, 12 miles to Ashbourne, 25 miles to Derby, 18 miles to Stoke on Trent. Accommodation Main entrance door into Reception Hall with original flag stone flooring, stairs off to first floor accommodation. Original oak beam providing a natural opening into Dining Room with brick tiled flooring and fireplace with inset multi fuel stove and flagstone hearth. Beamed ceiling. Drawing Room with beamed ceiling and original stone fireplace which is Grade II listed and has a large multi fuel stove with stone hearth and quarry tiled flooring. Step and opening down into the fitted Kitchen with a range of in-frame base and wall mounted units with solid black granite work surfaces over, a twin Belfast style sink, electric halogen hob and electric oven (both newly fitted), extractor fan over, plumbing for dishwasher, built in oil fired Rayburn, open vaulted ceiling with exposed purlins and skylights, quarry tiled floor and archway into a Walk-in Pantry with doors off to utility and garden room. Stunning Garden Room which has a southerly aspect encompassing the far reaching views, tiled flooring, vaulted style ceiling, solid fuel stove, French doors out onto the garden and a door to a fitted Guest Cloakroom with a white suite, tiled flooring and bookshelving. Utility Room with two original stone pig thrawls, cupboard housing the water infiltration system and an additional utility cupboard with plumbing for washing machine and the oil central heating boiler. There is also a door and steps down to the Cellar which has lighting. Further Boot Room providing access into a large Games Room/Office with full aspect windows and double doors out to the garage plus an outside door to the rear of the property. Annex First Floor Landing with doors off to main rooms. Master Bedroom with beamed ceiling, feature wooden fire surround and mullion style window enjoying the stunning views. Large fitted Family Bathroom with a white suite, airing cupboard and a beamed ceiling. Sitting Room/Potential Bedroom with a feature fireplace and doorway into a Jack n Jill En Suite with white suite including a roll top bath with shower attachment over, fitted cupboard, heated towel rail and doorway into the Annex with access to kitchen. This is currently used for bed and breakfast and has potential for a holiday let or annex for a relative. It benefits from a self contained access from an outside staircase to the rear. The Kitchen has a range of base and wall mounted units with roll top work surfaces over, space for cooker, plumbing for washing machine, space for fridge. Feature fireplace, vaulted ceiling and skylights. There are Two Bedrooms off, one with vaulted and beamed ceiling. Second Floor Landing with laundry cupboard and doors off to Two Bedrooms both with exposed beams and skylights.

6 Outside The property is approached over a private driveway which is just under a kilometre and sweeps over the River Hamps and swings round over cattle grids up to Bullclough Farm. Dry stone walls lead to a large gravel driveway with ample parking and access to the large Garage with electric roller doors. Additional parking area to the rear. To the front of the property are Two Log Store Outbuildings and the whole of the front enjoys the stunning countryside views. The main garden is to the side with lawns and display borders including rhododendrons and a water feature. There is also a Tree House, Two Pig Barns, one housing the oil tank, one is used for storage. Greenhouse and Tractor Store. The large lawned gardens wrap around to the rear of the property. A stream comes from a local spring. Two Storey Stone Barn which is currently used as a hobby room and loft storage. It has Planning Permission for conversion into a two bedroom holiday cottage. Part of the work was started. It has its own stunning patio summerhouse. It is set away from the main house creating an excellent development opportunity for a holiday let. There is a further orchard and meadow land which join up to a small bluebell wood. The views from the house and gardens are truly exceptional. Directions Please note if the sat nav you are using is fairly modern this will accurately navigate you directly to the property. Leave Ashbourne on the A52 towards Leek, continue for approximately 4 miles continuing onto the A523 and follow for approximately 5 miles. Turn right onto Fairview Road signposted Ford. Continue for approximately 1½ miles until you arrive in the village of Ford and turn left just before the bridge that crosses the River Hamps. Follow for 200 yards and turn right into and through a farmyard. Bear right onto the private road and cattle grid, continue along over several cattle grids and thus arriving at the gates of Bullclough Farm. Agents Notes 1) The property is partly Grade II listed, with the two mullion windows and a fireplace in the drawing room. 2) The property comes with fishing rights along the River Hamps. 3) The private road is accessed via a right of way. 4) There is Planning Permission on the stone barn for conversion to a two bedroom holiday let. Please see Staffordshire Moorlands Planning section on their website for more information. 5) There is a public footpath running through the property. It runs from the cattle grid at the bottom of the drive and runs through the right hand side of the orchard through to a stile at the top left of the back lawn. Tenure Freehold (Purchasers are recommended to satisfy themselves as to tenure via their legal representative). Services Mains electricity. Water is private supplied by a spring directly to the property. Oil tank. Private drainage. There is an Internet connection to the property. Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability. Promap/Ordnance Survey Extract For Identification purposes only - not to scale.

7 Floor Plan Clause Whilst every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of the floor plan contained here, measurements of doors, windows, rooms and any other items are approximate and no responsibility is taken for any error, omission, or mis-statement. This plan is for illustrative purposes only and should be used as such by any prospective purchaser. The services, systems and appliances shown have not been tested and no guarantee as to their operability or efficiency can be given. Made with Metropix 2017 Agents Notes These particulars do not constitute an offer or a contract neither do they form part of an offer or contract. The vendor does not make or give and Messrs. John German nor any person employed has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty, written or oral, in relation to this property. Whilst we endeavour to make our sales details accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the information for you, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. None of the services or appliances to the property have been tested and any prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to their adequacy prior to committing themselves to purchase. Measurements Please note that our rooms sizes are quoted on a wall to wall basis. EPC Not required as it is a Listed residence. Local Authority Staffordshire Moorlands District Council. Useful Websites JGA/ JGB/ (DRAFT - Awaiting approval, may be subject to amendment) SMB/KLT/ASH John German Compton House, 8 Shaw Croft Centre, Dig Street, Ashbourne DE6 1GD ashbourne@johngerman.co.uk

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