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See how verdicts work5-bedroom detached house · DE13 8RG
Sold STCListed 77 days
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About
Set within a generous 2.4 acre plot in the exclusive hamlet of Hoar Cross is Ravens Nest, an individual detached countryside residence benefitting from spacious extended interiors, five double bedrooms and a tranquil setting with far reaching views.
Having been generously extended and thoroughly refurbished, Ravens Nest features extensive accommodation ideal to tailor to those needing space to work from home, ample entertaining space and annexe potential.
The original cottage retains the character exterior and features, alongside an impressive and contemporary extension which extends across the rear and offers generous and flexible accommodation making the most of the idyllic location, and Ravens Nest is serviced by oil central heating, replaced double glazed windows and a private drainage system.
The property is approached via an electric gated entrance where there is parking for a number of vehicles as well as access into the detached triple garage.
The reception hall is approached from the rear aspect and leads into a stunning galleried hallway, giving access into three reception rooms plus a study, a cloakroom and to a family dining kitchen with utility room.
the master suite is set to the ground floor, having private use of twin dressing rooms and an en suite, and the first floor galleried landing leads into four double bedrooms, a family bathroom and a useful walk in laundry cupboard.
Three bedrooms also benefit from a private en suite, and there is a flat roof over the principal bedroom which is ideal for conversion into a rooftop terrace (STPP).
The established 2.4 acre grounds are formed by one acre formal gardens and a 1.4 acre paddock, all enjoying tranquillity and countryside views.
Hoar Cross is a premier hamlet nestled within stunning Staffordshire countryside, renowned for its upmarket local amenities and idyllic surroundings.
As well as the superb Hoar Cross Hall Hotel and Day Spa, the village is home to a historic church with additional amenities just minutes away at the local villages of Abbots Bromley, Yoxall and Barton under Needwood where shops, pubs, post offices and more can be found.
The recently opened Deer Park Farmshop and Café also lies just a few minutes from the property.
The hamlet is served by Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ rated schools including the Newborough Church of England Primary School which feeds into John Taylor High in Barton under Needwood.
There are also an array of excellent private schools in the area including Repton School, Lichfield Cathedral and Denstone College, all easily accessible from the property.
Hoar Cross is well placed for access to the A515, A38 and A50, Lichfield offers direct rail links to Birmingham and London and the international airports of Birmingham and Manchester are both within an easy drive.
Family Room - 4.45 x 4.05m (14'7" x 13'3") - Lounge - 5.14 x 4.39m (16'10" x 14'4") - Dining Room - 4.4 x 3.63m (14'5" x 11'10" ) - Dining Kitchen - 5.75, 3.5 x 5.56m (18'10", 11'5" x 18'2" ) - Utility - 2.39 x 2.01m (7'10" x 6'7" ) - Study - 4.47 x 3.2m (14'7" x 10'5" ) - Master Suite - 5.74 x 4.43m (18'9" x 14'6" ) - Two Dressing Rooms - En Suite - 3.66 x 1.97m (12'0" x 6'5" ) - Bedroom Two - 5.84 x 3.8m (19'1" x 12'5" ) - En Suite - 2.4 x 1.2m (7'10" x 3'11") - Bedroom Three - 5.77 x 5.74m (18'11" x 18'9" ) - En Suite - 2.43 x 2.01m (7'11" x 6'7" ) - Bedroom Four - 4.42 x 3.99m (14'6" x 13'1" ) - En Suite - 2.73 x 1.02m (8'11" x 3'4" ) - Bedroom Five - 3.7 x 3.13m (12'1" x 10'3") - Family Bathroom - 3.71 x 2.25m (12'2" x 7'4" ) - Twin Bay Garage - 6.17 x 5.98m (20'2" x 19'7" ) - Third Garage - 6.17 x 3.22m (20'2" x 10'6" ) -
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