Lower Newlands Farm, Blithbury, Staffordshire, WS15 3JD ParkerHall

Dating back to the sixteenth century, thisbeautiful detached farmhouse has been renovatedwith considerable attention to detail to create amost imposing country house. Retaining manyfeatures with a wealth of original fireplaces andoak doors, this prestigious five bedroom familyhome is set within approximately 3.44 acresamidst breathtaking countryside. The interiorshave been thoughtfully and sympatheticallyupdated to highlight the character appeal of thissubstantial home yet provide low maintenancefittings such as contemporary bathroom suitesand a stunning bespoke kitchen fitted withCarrera white quartz worktops. The exteriorbenefits from ample parking, large south facinggardens, further gardens to two sides and theexcellent addition of a paddock totalling

approximately 1.75 acres next to the property.Benefiting from full oil central heating.

This superior property is ideally placed with theCathedral City of Lichfield being just 20 minutesdrive away and other main commercial centreswithin reach with the A38, A5 and M6 Toll roadbeing easily accessed. Less than two miles awayare Roch House Preparatory School, RichardClarke First School and Abbots Bromley Schoolfor Girls. Henry Chadwick Primary is 2.6 milesaway, St. Bede's School is 4 miles distant. AbbotsBromley 2.5 miles, Lichfield 12 miles, Stafford 13miles, Burton upon Trent 13 miles, SuttonColdfield 22 miles, Birmingham 30 miles,Birmingham International/NEC 30 miles, EastMidlands Airport 34 miles (approx distances).

● Beautifully Presented Farmhouse● Excellent Plot of 3.44 Acres● Spacious Living Room● Dining Room● Family Room● Garden Room● Stunning Bespoke Kitchen● Cloakroom● Boiler Room● Two Staircases● Five Bedrooms● Further Annexe Room● Modern Family Bathroom● Contemporary Shower Room● Large South Facing Gardens● Further Gardens to Side & Rear● 1.75 Acre Paddock● Ample Parking and Large Turning Area● Idyllic Rural Location with Spectacular Views

Entrance Hall 3.32 x max 3.35, min 2.42m (approx10'10" x max 11'00" min 7'11")With half glazed door, quarry tiled floor andattractive ornate Liberty reproduction Victorian castiron radiator. Please note these superior decorativeradiators feature throughout the house. Door into:

CloakroomHaving quarry tiled flooring, Sanitan low flush WCand washbasin, splash back with Fired Earth Delfttiles and window with views over garden

Boiler RoomWith plumbing for washing machine and housing thehot water tank, controls for central heating andhaving an opaque glazed window

A further door off the Entrance Hall leads into:

Dining Room 4.94 x 4.68m (approx 16'02" x 15'04")Having inglenook fireplace with beam over and multifuel burner inset on a brick hearth. Having exposedbeams to one wall and to the ceiling, radiator and awindow overlooking the garden. Stairs to:

Stunning Kitchen 5.93 x max 4.43 min 4.02m(approx 19'05" x max 14'06" min 13'02")Fully designed and crafted by renowned luxurykitchen specialists Plan It Granite, this room is one ofthe highlights of this character home. Extensivebespoke wall and base units include open shelving,wine rack, recessed lighting and are painted in classicFarrow and Ball colours. All work surfaces arepremium Carrera white quartz and inset there is aVilleroy and Boch double Belfast sink with doubledrainer and integral waste disposal. An electric fouroven Aga is complemented by two companion ovensand electric hob, recessed lighting and Fired EarthDelft tile surround, all beneath an impressive oaklintel. Fitted with Bosch appliances throughout, thiskitchen benefits from integral dishwasher, microwaveand recessed GE fridge freezer with ice and filteredwater dispenser and wine chiller, having pulloutcarousel cupboards to both sides. Additionally, thiskitchen has a central island unit with cupboards to allsides, premium Carrera white quartz work surfaces,exposed beams to the ceiling, flag stone flooring anda window with bespoke folding wooden internalshutters. A door opens into a vestibule fitted with awooden cupboard housing meter. Doors to theexterior courtyard and:

Garden Room 4.86 x 2.04m (approx 15'11" x 6'08")A lovely light and airy room having full doublebifolding doors along one side with views over patio,gardens and rolling countryside beyond. There is oakbroad plank flooring, a further window to one endand vaulted ceiling with exposed beams

Living Room 5.04 x 4.19m (approx 16'06" x 13'09")With exposed ceiling beams, windows to two aspectsand magnificent original inglenook brick fireplacewith recessed shelving and a Jøtul multifuel burnerset on a Staffordshire blue brick hearth. Thewallpaper is Beaumont and Fletcher. Please note:included in the sale are the interlined, full lengthbespoke Mulberry curtains with tassel tie backs

Family Room 5.05 x 3.74m (approx 16'07" x 12'03")Having exposed ceiling beams, original woodpanelling to dado height, a cast iron fireplace on aStaffordshire blue brick hearth, radiator and windowsto two aspects – with original wooden window seats.Please note: included in the sale are superior fulllength, fully lined bespoke curtains with tassel tiebacks

First Floor

LandingWith ceiling beams, window overlooking garden andhaving feature original wooden stairs ascending tothe Second Floor. Doors off to:

Bedroom One 5.79 x 4.10m (approx 19'00" x13'05")With original cast iron and brick corner fireplace,exposed ceiling beams and a window with ruralviews. Opening into passageway having linencupboard and further cupboard housing storage above

Bedroom Two 5.35 x 4.32m (approx 17'06" x14'02")Also featuring original cast iron fireplace, door into

fitted wardrobe, exposed ceiling beams and a windowoverlooking courtyard and countryside beyond

Bedroom Three 4.77 x max 4.62 min 4.23m (approx15'07" x max 15'02" min 14'01")Having exposed ceiling beams, feature chimneybreast with tongue-in-groove clad alcoves and adormer window with panoramic views acrosscountryside

Family Bathroom 5.25 x 3.0m (approx 17'02" x9'10")With exposed ceiling beams, feature cast ironfireplace, cast iron claw foot bath, walk in showerwith glass enclosure, Sanitan low flush WC, pedestalwashbasin and bidet, recessed ceiling lights, ceramictiled flooring with under floor heating and a window

with views over courtyard

Shower Room 3.30 x 1.76m (approx 10'10" x 5'09")With tumbled marble floor tiles, exposed beams toone wall, walk in shower with glass enclosure,Sanitan pedestal washbasin, low flush WC and bidet,heated towel rail, recessed spotlights, extractor andwindow

Second Floor

Bedroom Four 5.37 x max 4.60 min 3.20m (approx17'07" x max 15'01" min 10'06")Currently used as a dressing but being plenty largeenough to accommodate a double room, havingexposed beams and a dormer window with viewsover the courtyard and countryside

Bedroom Five 3.71 x 3.14m (approx 12'02" x10'04")Again, being used as a dressing room but ideal foruse as a further double bedroom. Having exposedbeams to sides and ceiling, original oak door intoeaves storage space and a dormer window with viewsover courtyard and countryside

Annexe Room 6.10 x 3.75m (approx 20'00" x12'03")An invaluable room ideal for use as a study, teenageden, gym etc., having exposed beams, radiator,storage space into eaves and window with views overbarn and countryside

General note: Whilst we endeavour to make our sales details accurate andreliable, if there is any point, which is of particular importance to you, pleasecontact the office and we will be pleased to check the information for you,particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.

Measurements: Please note that our room sizes are now quoted in metreson a wall-to-wall basis. The imperial equivalent is only intended as anapproximate guide for those of our applicants who may not yet be fullyconversant with the metric measurements.

The Property Misdescriptions Act 1991: Any prospective purchasers shouldsatisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of anystatements or information in these particulars, we have not tested anyapparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify thatthey are in working order or fit for the purpose. A buyer is advised to obtainverification from their Solicitor or Surveyor.

Due to a change in legislation from 1st March 2004 we are required to checkthe identification of vendors before proceeding to market any property, andpurchasers on acceptance of an offer and before we can instruct solicitors toproceed. This is a legal requirement and applies to all Estate Agents.

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Outside

The property is approached via a gated drive leadingto a large gravelled turning area with ample parkingfor vehicles and trailers. Bordering a quiet, rural lane,the large, south facing garden has extensive lawn andbeds with shrubs and trees, low box and lavenderhedging bordering an area of decking ideal foroutdoor dining. A blue brick path and further paving,ideal for an outdoor seating area, has flowerbedsand mature trees adjacent to a brick shed.

To the side of the property there is additional garden,laid mainly to lawn and having panoramic viewsover rolling countryside. Reclaimed bricks from therenovation work on the house have been used tocreate a low border again edged in lavender. Stepslead down to a gravel courtyard and a wooden gateto the rear garden having external lighting, brick pathand lawn to either side edged in flowerbeds

Also included in the sale is a Paddock, totallingapproximately 1.75 acres and being adjacent to thefront aspect of the property

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