Outlands Cottage Offley Brook | | | ST21 6HA OUTLANDS COTTAGE

Outlands Cottage is a delightful 5 bedroom character cottage situated in the small hamlet of Offley Brook near the popular market town of Eccleshall. The cottage sits in just over 2 acres of gardens and paddock with stunning views to the rear and presents itself to a very high standard throughout. The accommodation includes 5 bedrooms with 2 bedrooms having their own en-suite shower rooms. There are 5 reception rooms equally presented to a high standard throughout, having a pleasant balance of contemporary and character styling. Outside the gardens offer privacy and outstanding views over fields, stable block and paddock, as well as plenty of off road parking and carport. In summary a beautiful character cottage and family home positioned in an idyllic country setting.

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On entering Outlands Cottage you immediately feel an ambiance of calm and peace and leaving the world behind. This is a property which exemplifies the balance of traditional character and contemporary styling, whether it be the exposed fire places or the bespoke kitchen this home is ideal for the family as well as perfect for entertaining friends. The entrance hall leads into two areas of the cottage the formal dining area which in turn flows off the kitchen creating an open plan layout and the snug having an exposed brick fire place, perfect for those cosy winter nights. The snug also leads to the kitchen which is the centre point to the house and where you naturally gather for those social occasions. Continuing from the kitchen the garden room is an ideal seating area with views over the rear garden magnified by the French doors and double aspect windows and thus flooding the room with natural light. The lounge also sits off the kitchen, a very spacious room with front and rear aspects again giving lots of natural light with the focal point being the fire place with exposed brick surround. This continues through to the fifth reception room which is currently a very spacious office, ideal for homeworkers running a business or as a study. To complete the ground floor a downstairs cloakroom sits off the entrance hall and separate utility room off the kitchen.

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We loved this house the moment we saw it, and love it still,” say the current owners of Outlands Cottage. “When we were looking for a home we wanted a property where no doors would remain closed. We wanted to be able to use every room – and Outlands Cottage does that. If flows beautifully and is fantastic for entertaining. We have no wish to leave, but it is time for our next adventure, and we hope the next custodians of this amazing home love it as much as we do.”

“Outlands Cottage is a home, not a house,” the owners continue. “It is welcoming, peaceful, beautiful to be in and makes you feel safe. The house provides a wonderful mix of traditional and luxury living. The bespoke kitchen is the centre of the house, where everyone wants to gather. We use every room in the house, from the garden room which brings so much light into the house and is where we sit to welcome guests, have morning tea, relax in the afternoons; to the Snug, perfect for the shorter days - when you light the big log fire it is just like one massive hug. The lounge is fantastic for relaxing when friends and family come over – it has a log burner too which brings the room to life. The main bedroom is a lovely space, with a balcony where we have early morning tea or late afternoon wine in the sun! The sun lasts all day over the gardens and balcony – just perfect.”

This is a home which is perfect for everyday life and entertaining alike. “We entertain a lot,” say the owners, “so it was important that we had plenty of space both inside and out. Outside we have an extensive slabbed area for dining and relaxing. We love to have long summer lunches which blend into balmy evenings with the fire pit alight. The gardens are easily maintained yet provide colour all year round from the variety of foliage planted so cleverly. There is much wildlife that comes to visit daily too – we have a variety of established pairs of birds that come back year after year, and everyone loves the rabbits playing in the gardens.”

The location of the property has much to offer, too. “The house offers peace and quiet,” say the owners, “in a tranquil environment with lots of areas to walk, especially in the fields behind the house. There are no main roads close by so animals and children are safe, and many footpaths (one leading to the local pub) to explore. With no noise apart from birdsong, Outlands Cottage has provided us with solace from our busy working lives: it is such a pleasure to arrive home to have the gates open for you as you roll onto the driveway and see the house peeking out from behind the trees to welcome you. However, despite this sense of tranquillity, the property is within easy reach of Eccleshall, a hive of activity just 4 miles away with a vibrant social scene and excellent bars and pubs. Being on the -Cheshire border, nestled in the North West corner of Staffordshire, we have easy access all over the country, and can take a train to arrive in London in just an hour and fifteen minutes.”

“We don’t have a favourite room at Outlands Cottage – we love it all, from the main bedroom and balcony to the light and airy garden room.”

“We are within easy reach of all the excitement of Birmingham and London, whilst enjoying the blissful peace and quiet of the countryside.”

“We shall miss living here, but know there is someone who will love and enjoy it as much as we have done. Ozzie Osborne used to live here some years ago, and if the house could tell tales they would be amazing to hear!”

“We have had some memorable times here, filled with fun and laughter. You simply cannot fail to feel at home when you come to Outlands Cottage, whether you are a guest or resident. It simply makes your heart sing.”*

* 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.

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The stairs from the snug lead to the first floor and again like the ground floor the feeling of warmth and relaxation continue with the neutral décor and natural light maintaining the ambiance throughout. There are 4 double bedrooms and a single with the main bedroom and bedroom 2 having their own en-suite’s, whilst the modern family bathroom caters for the remaining 3 bedrooms. The main bedroom also has its own private roof terrace/ balcony which is perfect for morning tea or an evening glass of wine whilst enjoying the views over the rear gardens and the fields beyond. The remaining bedrooms are all presented to a high standard and spacious and cater for a family’s everyday needs.

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The property is situated near the centre of the plot and the driveway is accessed via electric gates which in turn leads to the triple carport and also offering plenty of off road parking. There is a substantial patio area to the rear of the property perfect for sun worshipers with the rest of the gardens mainly lawned interspersed with trees and mature shrubs. To the side of the main entrance is a 5 bar gate where the 2 stable blocks reside including a tack room and hay barn. The 2 paddocks extend to approximately 1 acre.

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Offley Brook is situated on the outskirts of the popular market town of Eccleshall, which in turn the A519 road runs through the town. Junction 14 of the is five miles south of Eccleshall on the A5013. The nearest railway stations are Stafford and Stone offering access to London in approximately in 1.5 hours, Manchester 1 hour and Birmingham 30 mins. There are many private schools for all ages within the area.

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Services Mains Electric & Water No Mains Drainage – Septic Tank LPG Central Heating Broadband

Notes Cost to maintain shared drive £50 per annum Public Footpath between private gardens and paddocks Subject to a chancel repair liability

Local Authority Staffordshire Borough Council Council Tax Band F

Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01889 228080

Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/staffordshire

Opening Hours Monday to Friday – 8.00 am – 8.00 pm Saturday – 9.00 am – 4.30 pm Sunday – 10.00am – 4.00pm

Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 04018410 VAT Reg No: 754062833 Registered Office: Newman Property Services, 1 Regent Street, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 2PE. copyright © 2021 Fine & Country Ltd.

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