A well designed and reconfigured detached period family home offering over 4,700 sq ft of extensive accommodation with a number of delightful period features, set in approximately three acres of beautiful surroundings with garden and woodland and enjoying a splendid, peaceful location.Basford Hurst Cottage is a period property with attractive painted elevations under a pitched tiled roof. It was constructed in 1908 after the style of the Sugdens who designed many of Leek's important buildings. Originally the Stable block for nearby Basford Hurst, it has undergone alterations and extensions over the years and now provides extensive family accommodation. There are attractive period features which include wood panelling, exposed beams and fireplaces to name a few. The majority of the accommodation is complete. However, some rooms remain unfinished, offering the opportunity for personalised decoration.
The property is fully uPVC double-glazed in a chemical coated smoke green colour. The heating and hot water have two separate systems with the original rooms having their own oil-fired boiler, whilst the extension runs via the Rayburn which also provides hot water and partial underfloor heating. A viewing is a must to fully appreciate the extensive accommodation along with attractive features.
In brief, the accommodation consists of four main living spaces. A stunning Drawing room, with an attractive feature multi-fuel burning stove, is over 29 ft in length. There is a separate Dining room with multi-fuel burning stove, panelled walls and ceiling along with beams. This leads to the Snug which is a delightful, tranquil room. The breakfast Kitchen has been fitted with an excellent range of bespoke units with an integrated Rayburn and a number of appliances, and there is ample space for a dining table. In addition, there are: a further reception room, utility room, WC and front porch. Each of the four principal reception rooms benefits from its own Lutron programmable lighting system.
There are three separate staircases which lead to two landings. One landing leads to the master bedroom, a delightful room with fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room, a further double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a family bathroom which is fitted with a four-piece suite with separate shower enclosure. The second landing is in the original part of the dwelling and there are three double bedrooms, with one having an en-suite shower room. Two bedrooms are served by the large bathroom with a five-piece suite including an attractive cast-iron roll top bath and double shower enclosure. A further spiral staircase leads to a study.
Attached to the main building is a separate Coach House which has a large room with access to the rear porch and separate WC, whilst on the first floor there are two further rooms which could be configured as bedrooms.
Basford Hurst Cottage is approached via a gated entrance with a tarmacadamed drive which provides ample parking and turning space. A large detached garage (14.84 m x 7.55 m) is split into two sections and could be used as a Workshop/machinery store. The gardens, although overgrown, have an interest at every turn and offer flexibility to adapt them to your own design. There is a range of pretty flower beds, and there is a good sized patio to the front which is ideal for al fresco dining etc. There is a large protected woodland area, through which runs a stream, the Whirleycrew, a tributary of the River Churnet. All in all a superb property situated in a delightful, idyllic location yet within easy driving distance from local amenities.
Cheddleton is well placed for easy access to nearby Leek with its range of principal supermarkets, boutique shops and eateries, food and craft markets, restaurants, schools and other amenities. Stoke-on-Trent and the Potteries are readily accessible, as are Macclesfield, Manchester, Stockport and the vast expanse of the Peak District. Within the locality there are a number of excellent primary and secondary schools, including private education at Den
PROPERTY INFORMATION
SERVICES: The property has mains electricity, water and oil fired central heating. Drainage is via a Septic Tank. There is a central vacuum system. We must advise prospective purchasers that none of the fittings or services have been tested. Prospective purchasers are advised to obtain their own independent reports. TENURE: We are advised Freehold and free from Chief Rent, but this detail has not been confirmed from the Title Deeds. ASSESSMENTS: Council Tax Band: (Staffordshire Moorlands District Council) Energy Efficiency Rating: Band:- F VACANT POSSESSION ON COMPLETION To View: Strictly by appointment through the Agents.
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