The Haven, Norton-in-Hales The Haven Brand Common, Norton-in-Hales TF9 3TW Market Drayton 5 miles | 5 miles Newcastle 14 miles | 16 miles M6 (J15) 13 miles | Stafford station 20 miles

A three-bedroom detached house in need of modernisation with mature gardens in a sought-after idyllic rural location

• Two reception rooms, kitchen, lean-to utility and attached brick outhouse • Three bedrooms, bathroom • In need of renovation and modernisation • Great potential for a stunning family home • Extensive gardens, 0.66 Acres in all • Far-reaching views over farmland

This idyllic country cottage is situated on a leafy Market Drayton has a wide range of amenities country lane just outside the small village of Norton-in including schools, shops, supermarkets, leisure facilities -Hales which is approximately five miles from the and doctors’ surgery. historic town of Market Drayton. Within a 20-mile radius are , and The attractive and much sought-after village of Norton Newcastle-under-Lyme, all of which offer a wider -in-Hales was winner of the gold medal in the 2019 range of services. The area is well served by private competition and is well known for its and state primary and secondary schools and the strong sense of village community centred around an property is well placed for commuters with excellent excellent pub, thriving primary school and stunning road and rail links and airports within 1.5 hours’ drive. Grade II* listed church. Equidistant, but to the west, This stunning area of North is particularly is the village of which boasts a small range of popular with walkers, cyclists and equestrians who all facilities including a primary school, village hall licensed enjoy combining the benefits of rural living with the for events, bowling green and listed Church. convenience of nearby facilities. The house is set well back from the road and The gardens are a true delight, found predominantly to approached over a gravel drive which bisects the the front of the house they extend to 0.66 Acre and beautiful gardens and leads to a gravel parking area. are mostly laid to lawn with the borders filled with a fine selection of specimen trees and shrubs. Adjoining The front door gives access to the main hall and leads the garden is an area of rough ground and woodland into the galley kitchen which is located at the front of which would be ideal for use as a vegetable patch and/ the house overlooking the front garden and drive. To or for the housing of chickens. There is also a the rear of the house are the two reception rooms, greenhouse and wooden garden shed. both of which benefit from a fireplace and one enjoys an open outlook over farmland to the rear. The gardens and seating area to the rear of the house Interconnecting doors allow them to be used as two are entirely private and offer both a sun-trap and separate or one large room. To the first floor are complete seclusion for the enjoyment of this aptly three bedrooms and a family bathroom. named ‘haven’. Adjacent to the house and linked by a covered walkway This fabulous property has been in the same family is a brick outhouse and utility room with WC. This ownership since it was built in 1939 and the sale offers could, subject to any necessary planning consents, form a rare opportunity for a buyer to improve and enhance the basis of an extension to the property. to their own tastes to create a perfect family home. Services Mains electric is connected. Water is provided by a private supply from a neighbouring property. Oil fired central heating system. Draining is to a private septic tank. We are advised that the above services are available. Barbers Rural have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings etc or services to this property so cannot confirm that they are in working order. A buyer is recommended to obtain confirmation from their solicitor or surveyor. Viewing Viewing is strictly by appointment with the Agents, Barbers Rural who can be contacted on 01630 692500. Please note that due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, viewings are subject to strict safety guidelines. Tenure We are advised that the property is freehold with vacant possession on completion. Local Authority , Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, SY2 6ND. Fixtures and Fittings These sales details are for descriptive purposes only and the seller reserves the right to remove all fixtures and fittings unless specifically agreed otherwise. A buyer is recommended to check with their solicitor regarding Barbers Rural Consultancy LLP inclusion or exclusion of specific fixtures and fittings. Smithfield House, Smithfield Road Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 1EW Directions From Market Drayton follow the A53 north taking the first left signposted for Norton-in-Hales. Stay on this road 01630 692500 and at Betton fork right for Norton-in-Hales and, on arrival in the village, take the first left into Chapel Lane. Stay on this road and The Haven will be found on the left after approximately one mile indicated by our For Sale board. 10658 21.05.2020 “Consumer Protection Regulations” – for clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales details as a general guide. We have not carried out a detailed survey nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. The measurements given are approximate. B968 Printed by Ravensworth 01670 713330 Passionate about rural property