Dinner parties, garden soirees and memorable celebrations can all be enjoyed in this remarkable Staffordshire lodge, a fabulous barn conversion that’s been specifically designed with entertaining in mind. This spacious two-storey abode is situated in a rural position less than 1 mile from Blithfield Reservoir, a stunning spot for daily walks. Rugeley, your nearest market town, is just 3.5 miles away, and beyond it, you’ll find the idyllic Cannock Chase National Landscape (6.5 miles), a destination for tree-lined walks and wildlife-packed nature trails. Visit Shugborough Estate (5.5 miles), a National Trust-maintained manor house with manicured gardens and capacious grounds. If it’s city life you’re seeking, you’ll find Stoke-on-Trent (20.5 miles) and Birmingham (25 miles) just a drive away, plus easy access to all the quaint Midlands towns that surround both cities, including Lichfield (11 miles), Stone (5.5 miles) and Stafford (10.5 miles).
This well-designed property makes the most of every inch, creating an extensive place to stay, with large windows and patio doors drawing in natural light and opening the space to far-reaching countryside views. The property is arranged around the impressive central living area, an open-plan space combining the lounge, kitchen and dining room. It features an impressive, handcrafted kitchen with bespoke units and high-spec appliances, including a central island with breakfast bar seating, allowing you to keep the cook company. A utility room sits separately, as does a pantry with plenty of food storage. The dining area is an impressive space, with a wood burner keeping things cosy, while doors lead onto a second, smaller dining area, designed for additional entertaining and family meals. There’s also a cosy snug off the main space, complete with ample comfortable seating, a Smart TV and another warming wood burner. Back in the main area, a large seating space offers even more room for guests to lounge and chat. A handy WC completes the ground floor. Make your way onto the first floor via a flight of stairs in the snug, where all four bedrooms are arranged along a spacious hallway. The largest is a luxurious master bedroom with a -king-size bed with additional children’s pull-out bed, walk-in dressing area and en-suite. Close by, a king-size bedroom also boasts extensive storage space, plus a unique circular window overlooking the courtyard. A double room can also be found here, alongside a final twin room with an en-suite bathroom. Completing this floor is a large family bathroom, designed with heritage-style fixtures.
Extensive lawns and well-furnished patio areas make this property a delight in summer, with French doors leading out onto the terrace from the main living space, ideal for summer parties. There’s plenty of furniture for outdoor dining, along with lawn space for children to play. Young ones can also enjoy the table tennis in the covered garage space. Ample private parking is provided.