Lightwoods 780 Lightwood Road | Lightwood | | ST3 7HB LIGHTWOODS

A truly stunning and spacious detached family home with a self-contained attached annex, triple car garage and gym. Easy access to the A50 and M6. Amazing south facing elevated property looking out over open countryside and is situated in just over half an acre of gardens and an orchard. Electric gated entrance and sweeping driveway. The property is ideal for working from home, entertaining, large or dual family living – an early inspection is recommended.

GROUND FLOOR

Storm porch with double glazed half glazed door to an open entrance hall, spindle rail stairs lead to the first floor. From here you can access the main house and the independent self-contained annex.

Double doors leading to the sitting room with a feature fireplace housing an Esse multi-fuel stove on a raised hearth, offering rolling countryside views and an ideal seating area in the bay window with double glazing and door leading out to the garden.

Offering a separate dining room with a double glazed window looking out over the open countryside and leading into the breakfast kitchen. Fitted with a range of matching high and low level units, glazed displays, wine rack, worksurface with enamel sink and drainer, finished with splash back wall tiles. Built-in appliances include gas oven and hob with extractor over. Integral appliances include dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dryer. The kitchen looks out over the rear garden and onto the orchard.

Second entrance, floor tiling, door to the front elevation and walk-in boiler cupboard. Cloakroom offers a white suite to include a low level wc and wash hand basin. It is from the second entrance you can access the drawing room, an ideal room for entertaining or alternatively used as a home office. With a living flame gas fire, double glazed window to the front elevation and double glazed doors leading out to the side of the property.

SELLER INSIGHT

Situated in an extremely picturesque location, just minutes from the bustling heart of Stoke-on-Trent is this large and beautifully presented four-bedroom family home, that also boasts a very spacious one-bedroom annex. “The house sits on land that once formed part of a much larger farm, and this house actually began life as the main barn,” says Ian. “However, in 1975 it was converted into a dwelling, and in subsequent years it was substantially enlarged. We bought the property back in 2005, and interestingly we were previously only living around half a mile down Lightwood Road, but we needed more space and an annex where my father-in-law could stay, and when we happened upon the particulars for this property it seemed to tick just about every box.”

“I remember the very first time we came to view it, and it was a lovely warm summer’s evening. The house sits tucked away at the end of a quiet lane, and as we came through the gates, all of a sudden the most incredible uninterrupted view opened up before us. It stretches right the way across the valley all the way to North Wales in the far, far distance. The sun was just setting and the vista was simply breathtaking; we’d lived just down the road for a number of years, but we never knew such a view existed! Even before we’d set foot inside the house itself, we were totally sold.”

“The house is very large and has a layout that flows extremely well, so even when the whole family his gathered together, you never get the feeling of being on top of one another. It has a very homely, almost cosy feel, particularly when the log burners are roaring away, but the standout feature, again, has to be the views. We’ve always said it’s a bit like living in our own private art gallery because we have these lovely big windows that flood the house with light, and they each beautifully frame the landscape beyond. We rarely watch the TV. Why would we when we have such amazing views to enjoy?”

“The garden is a lovely space and almost divided into three parts so the landscaping is varied and extremely attractive,” continues Ian. “We have open lawns, lots of lovely places to sit out, relax and entertain, but the standout feature, yet again is those views.”

“The main living room is probably my favourite. It has a multi-fuel burner so despite being a large space, it’s very cosy in winter, and it has a huge bay window so we can sit in the warm, look out across the glorious countryside and enjoy the huge variety of wildlife that comes to visit the garden.”

“When I come home and turn off the main road I can gradually feel the tension of the day just melt away. It’s a place that although very convenient – there are shops, pubs and restaurants all just a short walk away – also offers total and utter serenity and privacy. Even after sixteen years, I still feel lucky to be able to call this very special place home.”

“The annex has been really useful for multi-generational living and for visiting guests. It’s very spacious and can be accessed either from the house or from it’s own separate entrance so it’s really flexible in terms of use.”

“We’ll miss those views, without a doubt, and of course our beautiful home,” says Ian. “We’ll also miss the lifestyle this property has afforded us and the simple pleasures, such as sitting out on the lawn on our sunbeds with a glass of wine while watching the farmer bring in the hay and the sun slowly setting over the fields beyond… It’s a little slice of paradise and it’s going to be a real wrench to leave.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

FIRST FLOOR

Spacious passage landing.

Bedroom 1, whilst this is not the largest room, it does offer double glazed double doors onto a private balcony where you can enjoy the views, built-in wardrobes and drawers. An arch leading into the dressing room with fitted wardrobe, drawer line, dressing table and ensuite bathroom. Fitted with a white suite to include low level wc, wash hand basin built-into storage units, corner panel bath and a corner shower cubical. Walls finished with splash back wall tiles to include a border tile and floor tiling. There is a built-in double airing cupboard with two hot water cylinders. Access into the roof space.

Bedroom 2 is the larger of the 4 bedrooms with an excellent fitted en-suite to include; a white suite, low level wc, wash hand basin, shower cubical and a roll top claw foot bath. Finished with wall and floor tiling. Bedroom 3 is a double room and bedroom 4 offers a Jack and Jill door to the family bathroom, fitted with a white suite to include, low level wc, wash hand basin, panel bath and corner shower cubical. Floor and wall tiles with a border tile and heated towel rail.

THE ANNEXE

From the main entrance hallway there is a door to the sitting room with a feature fireplace, independent fitted kitchen with a range of matching high and low level units, worksurface with an inset one and quarter sink and drainer, finished with splash back wall tiles. Built-in appliances include electric oven and gas hob with extractor hood overhead. Integral appliances include dishwasher, fridge/ freezer, washing machine and dryer. The bedroom has double glazed double doors to the garden, fitted furniture with storage overhead. The en-suite bathroom has a white suite to include low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin and panel bath with mixer taps and shower fitment. Splash back wall tiles to include a border tile and floor tiling. Gymnasium: Separate to the house is the gymnasium, this room is spacious, light and airy with two sets of double glazed double doors to the front and side elevation, making this an ideal room for entertaining, home office or as it is today. In addition, there is a shower room with a white suite to include; low level wc, wash hand basin and shower cubical. Finished with tiling. OUTSIDE

From Lightwood Road the entrance from the main road leads to Nos. 780 and 798 Lightwood There are paved areas to the rear, paths leading to the orchard, ideal garden areas and space for Road only. Continuing up the drive to an electric remote controlled gate and side access gate. barbeques, parties and entertaining, where you can enjoy these open rolling countryside views. In This in turn provides access to the sweeping driveway, ample off road parking/turning area and all the property offers more than half an acre with privacy and a South facing garden in an elevated leads to the triple (in size) garage with a double electric door. To this end of the house there is a position. combi boiler providing water and heating to the gym and shower room.

LOCAL AREA

Situated in the heart of the Midlands, close to the City amenities, yet on the edge of open countryside. railway station is just 4 miles which runs to Derby and Stoke-on-Trent stations. The property is within walking distance of a bus stop with various options. Private education is offered with St. Domonic School within 5 miles and Denstone College & Abbotsholme School within 17 miles. There is are a variety of primary and infant schools within the area.

For the golfer, there is a driving range nearby and three golf courses within 15 miles, this includes JCB Golf & Country Club, an 18-hole golf course with professional tournament potential. Local water sports can be found at Rocester JCB Lake and Blithfield Water with the Snow Dome just 5 miles away.

For the traveller: East Midlands Airport – 46 miles Manchester Airport – 48 miles Birmingham Internal Airport – 52 miles Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station – 4 miles LOCATION INFORMATION

Services Mains Water, Electricity and Gas – the property has a Septic Tank

Tenure Freehold

Local Authority Stoke-on-Trent Council Council tax band: G

Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01785 338585 or Anita Adams on 07973 109536

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