Property Type: House
Property Style: Detached
Tenure: Freehold
Set within a wonderfully private and established setting on the outskirts of the historic cathedral city of Lichfield, this beautiful Grade II listed barn conversion offers an enviable blend of country living, architectural character and contemporary comfort. From exposed timbers and soaring vaulted ceilings to the warmth of the Aga and beautifully landscaped cottage gardens, this is a home with genuine personality. Generous proportions create wonderful spaces for family life and entertaining, while quieter corners offer somewhere to retreat at the end of the day. At its heart, the superb kitchen and garden room bring the house and gardens together, creating a wonderfully sociable space that changes effortlessly with the seasons. Four double bedrooms include an impressive principal suite, while the substantial garaging and room above provide exciting potential for a home office, gym, games room or, subject to the necessary consents, self-contained accommodation.
All of this is enjoyed within a peaceful rural environment, yet Lichfield and Sutton Coldfield are both within convenient reach offering a lifestyle that feels wonderfully removed from the everyday without ever being isolated.
Come Inside:
Step through the front door and the character of the property is immediately apparent. A striking double-height reception hall creates a memorable first impression, with stairs rising to the first floor and doors opening into the principal living spaces. The generous living and dining room is designed for both relaxed evenings and larger gatherings. A feature fireplace provides a natural focal point, while the dining area offers plenty of room for long lunches, family celebrations and evenings spent entertaining friends.
The kitchen is where this home really comes into its own. Traditionally styled and centred around a beautiful Aga, it combines solid work surfaces with a substantial island and breakfast bar. It is the sort of space where mornings begin over coffee, and guests naturally gather while dinner is being prepared. Alongside is a cosy snug with bespoke built-in storage, before the kitchen flows into the impressive garden room. Vaulted ceilings and exposed beams celebrate the property''s heritage, while two sets of bi-fold doors open onto the gardens, flooding the room with natural light and creating an effortless connection between inside and out during the warmer months. A substantial utility room and pantry complete the ground floor, providing excellent storage alongside space for the practicalities of everyday family life.
Upstairs, the sense of character continues. The principal bedroom is a particularly special retreat, with dramatic vaulted ceilings, exposed timbers and two walk-in wardrobes. Its beautifully refitted en-suite offers both a bath and separate shower, creating a luxurious and private space in which to unwind. Three further bedrooms are all doubles with built-in wardrobes. Bedroom four has the added surprise of a spiral staircase rising to a versatile loft room - perfect as a teenager''s hideaway, creative space or simply valuable additional storage. A well-appointed family bathroom completes the accommodation.
Come Outside:
Electric gates open onto an impressive gravel courtyard, where mature planting and established trees create an attractive sense of arrival while providing generous parking for family and guests. The double garage offers considerably more than simply somewhere to park. Above is a substantial vaulted room with excellent potential to become a dedicated home office, gym, games room or studio. Subject to the necessary planning and listed building consents, there may also be scope to explore its potential as ancillary or annexe accommodation.
To the rear, the gardens are every bit as charming as the house itself. Beautifully established in a traditional cottage style, mature beds overflow with shrubs, plants and seasonal colour, interspersed with lush lawns, pathways and secluded places to sit. Walled terraces provide wonderful settings for summer dining and entertaining, while quieter corners invite you to simply sit with a morning coffee or glass of wine and enjoy the surroundings. Private, mature and wonderfully peaceful, the gardens complete a home that offers not simply somewhere to live, but a very special way of life.
Buyers Identity Checks:
Identity Verification Fee - We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property as part of our due diligence. As agents acting on behalf of the seller, we are required to verify the identity of all purchasers once an offer has been accepted, subject to contract. The initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Lifetime Legal . A non-refundable administration fee of £40 + VAT (£48 including VAT) applies which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance of us issuing a memorandum of sale, directly to Lifetime Legal, and is non-refundable.
Key features
- Stunning Setting
- Gated, Private Driveway
- Four Double Bedrooms
- Principal Bedroom with Walk-in Wardrobes & En-suite
- Gorgeous Open Plan Kitchen with Snug
- Beautiful Garden Room with Bi-Fold doors to Garden
- Spacious Living Room with Delightful Fireplace
- Useful Utility Room/ Pantry
- Excellent Double Garage with Room Above - Ideal for Further Development (stp)
- A ''Best of Both Worlds'' Location within easy Reach of Urban Civilisation
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