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Castle Ring Lodge Beaudesert Park Cannock Wood Castle Ring Lodge Beaudesert Park, Cannock Wood, Staffordshire An Outstanding Location Castle Ring Lodge Beaudesert Park, Cannock Wood, Staffordshire, WS15 4JJ Occupying a landscaped garden plot of approximately 0.7 of an acre with beautiful Cannock Chase views, in this outstanding location on the edge of Castle Ring, an Iron Age hill fort occupying the highest point in the local area. The spacious and well appointed bungalow accommodation comprises: Entrance Porch, Generous Reception Hall, Guest W.C., Beautiful Lounge with log burner, Separate Dining Room, Large Conservatory with atrium style roof, Modern Well Appointed Kitchen, Superb Master Bedroom Suite including a Mezzanine Sitting Area, Dressing Area and Luxury En-Suite Shower Room, Three Further Double Bedrooms and Luxury Family Bathroom. Gravelled Driveway Approach and Parking, Useful Garden Outbuildings. Guide Price £650,000 Castle Ring Lodge we understand was one of nine lodges that originally belonged to the Marquesses of Anglesey at neighbouring Beaudesert Hall which sadly was all but demolished in the 1930’s and 123 acres of it’s garden were given over for the use of Scouts, Guides and other youth organisations and is now managed by the Beaudesert Trust. The site is recognised as an area of outstanding natural beauty and provides a gateway onto the beautiful mixed woodlands of Cannock Chase. Cannock Wood itself is a popular village and has an active local community with facilities including The Park Gate and Windmill public houses, primary school and Christ Church, Gentleshaw. Location Lichfield Cathedral city and it’s amenities are within approximately 7 miles and there are local shopping facilities at Burntwood. The Cross-City and West Coast mainline train services are accessible from Lichfield together with access onto the A38 and nearby M6 Toll. Directions From Lichfield take the A51 heading north west. At Longdon turn left into Borough Lane, at the Grand Lodge turn left into Horsey Lane, continue into Thorleys Hill, Malthouse Road and School Lane. Turn right onto Buds Road, straight on into Park Gate Road, turn right at the Park Gate pub into Hollyhill Road and the property’s gated entrance is immediately then on the left hand side. Accommodation The main entrance to the property is via the enclosed Entrance Porch with uPVC double glazed door and side panel. There is a radiator, ceiling light point and an oak door leading to a spacious central Reception Hall, a well appointed and tastefully decorated room with feature oak doors leading to all rooms. There are double doors leading to the lounge with feature stained glass and leaded panels above. In addition, there is a glazed skylight, lighting and power points, and a zoned central heating control. Guest Cloakroom fitted with a w.c. and wash hand basin, window to the rear and built-in cupboard housing the Worcester oil fired central heating boiler. A generous sized Family Lounge has uPVC double glazed doors and a window overlooking the delightful front gardens and Cannock Chase views beyond. Multi-fuel stove set on a tiled hearth with oak beam over, light and power points, TV aerial point, satellite and telephone points. Door leading to separate Dining Room, a further spacious room with a uPVC double glazed bow window to the front with garden and Cannock Chase woodlands views, light and power points, radiator and double doors leading to: Splendid Conservatory with atrium style roof and again superb views overlooking the gardens and neighbouring Cannock Chase. Power and light points, two radiators, tiled flooring, TV point and double doors to the garden. Spacious modern Kitchen having a comprehensive range of cream shaker style base, wall and drawer units with feature hardwood block work surfaces. Integrated appliances include an induction hob, oven/grill, extractor hood, microwave oven, washer/dryer, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Spot lights, splashback tiled areas, tiled floor and door and window to the rear. Useful Pantry Store. Bedroom Accommodation: Master Bedroom Suite, a striking main bedroom with good natural light courtesy of a bay window, two additional smaller windows and four skylights. A staircase leads to a first floor Mezzanine Sitting Area that is a perfect retreat for reading or study. There is a walk-through fitted Dressing Area that in turn leads to the luxury En-Suite Shower Room with Travertine and ceramic tiled surfaces, under-floor heating, double width shower enclosure, wash hand basin, w.c., spot lights, extractor fan, wall mounted vanity unit, window to the side and heated towel rail/radiator. Bedroom Two with triple glazed bay window and additional window to the side, power and light points, radiator and built-in wardrobe. Bedroom Three, a further double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window to the side and power and light points. Bedroom Four with uPVC double glazed window to the front with garden and woodland views. Luxury Family Bathroom, reappointed with a contemporary white suite and chrome fittings to include a panelled bath with shower and folding shower screen, vanity unit with wash hand basin and storage, w.c, triple glazed window to the rear, extractor fan, heated towel rail, feature wall and floor tiling, and under-floor heating. Outside Gated gravelled driveway and parking area. Timber built former stables now used as Garden Storage. Further double gated access/parking area leading to the front of the property. The main areas of the garden are lawned and have a wealth of trees and shrubs contained therein. The backdrop to the gardens is, as previously mentioned, Cannock Chase and Castle Ring and the views thereof represent a particularly special feature. Only a personal viewing will reveal the true delight of the location enjoyed by Castle Ring Lodge. Tenure Local Authority Freehold (Purchasers are recommended to satisfy themselves as to tenure via their legal Lichfield District Council representative). Useful Websites Services www.environment-agency.gov.uk/maps Mains water and electricity are believed to be connected to the property. Septic tank www.lichfielddc.gov.uk drainage and oil fired central heating. Purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to their suitability. JGA/110116 MA/RLM/Lich (DRAFT - Awaiting approval, may be subject to amendment) 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. John German 29 Bore Street, Lichfield Staffordshire WS13 6LZ 01543 419121 [email protected] 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 ©2016 Distinctly.
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