Fosseway Lane, Lichfield - With Over 4.5 Acres Of Gardens & Field, WS13 8JY

Welcome to Railway Cottage, Fosseway Lane; an idyllic country escape, just minutes from Lichfield's thriving city centre.

Nestled in the picturesque surroundings with an abundance of countryside, this exceptional four bedroom residence offers the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience.

Step inside this character-filled cottage and discover a thoughtfully designed interior that is both welcoming and practical.

Boasting four generously sized bedrooms (two with en-suites), providing ample space for family life or hosting guests in comfort.

At the heart of the home lies an exquisite open-plan kitchen with adjoined family area, crafted for both daily living and entertaining.

Traditional high-quality oak cabinetry is paired with elegant granite worktops, while a suite of integrated appliances - including a dishwasher, microwave, and wine cooler - add a touch of practicality.

Bi-fold doors frame the kitchen, drawing the eye out to the expansive garden and allowing natural light to flood the space, seamlessly merging indoor and outdoor living.

The charm continues into the cosy lounge, where an open fireplace with exposed brickwork creates a warm and inviting ambiance; perfect for winter evenings.

This room again features bi-fold doors that open out to the garden, further enhancing the connection to the outdoors and offering a serene setting for relaxation.

Also boasting four generously sized bedrooms to the first floor (two with en-suites), providing ample space for family life or hosting guests in comfort.

An impressive additional feature even lies beneath the main living area in the form of a cellar, thoughtfully transformed into a stylish home gym but ultimately offering a multitude of potential uses.

Lichfield is a city that offers great commuting access, most notably via train lines, with direct links to Birmingham, Manchester and London, whilst the city itself is home to various bars/restaurants (including the Michelin-Star 'Upstairs' by Tom Shepherd), the award-winning Beacon Park and Lichfield Cathedral, with plenty of highly renowned schools offering excellent education for all ages.

Needless to say, properties of a calibre such as this can only ever be truly appreciated with a viewing. Book in at your earliest convenience in order to avoid disappointment.

Entrance Hall A door opens to a very welcoming entrance hall, fitted with a side facing stained glass window, two radiators and a useful built-in storage cupboard.

Stairs lead up to a higher tier, with a further staircase leading up to the first floor accommodation.

A door also opens to both a staircase that leads down to the cellar/home gym/playroom, and a door opening out to the front garden.

Living Room - 4.87m x 5.92m (15'11" x 19'5") An exceptional living room boasts plenty of character, featuring a magnificent inglenook fireplace with exposed brick pillars and surround, with red quarry tiles beneath.

The room is fitted with exposed timber beams, oak flooring, two radiators, front and rear facing stained glass windows and rear facing double glazed bi-fold doors, that lead out to the garden whilst allowing a wealth of natural light to flood in.

Dining Room - 3.94m x 3.16m (12'11" x 10'4") A second impeccable reception room is fitted with exposed timber beams, front and side facing double glazed windows and a radiator.

Family Breakfast Kitchen & Living - 4.63m x 8.02m (15'2" x 26'3") What can only be described as the heart of the home, this gorgeous space consists of the following: Breakfast Kitchen A high quality, characterful and country-style kitchen is fitted with a range of matching base cabinets and wall units whilst a one and a half bowl stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap is set into the granite work surface.

There is an integrated dishwasher and eye-level microwave, with space for other appliances, including a Range-style cooker and wine cooler.

There are exposed timber beams, recessed ceiling spotlights, tiled flooring, a matching island, air conditioning unit and a front facing double glazed window.

Family Area A beautiful and versatile dual aspect space is fitted with exposed brick to some of the walls, recessed ceiling spotlights, a radiator, tiled flooring and a fabulous cast-iron log burner.

There is also a side facing double glazed window with rear facing double glazed bi-fold doors leading out to the garden.

Utility - 2.65m x 4.98m (8'8" x 16'4") A very good size utility room is fitted with an extensive range of matching base cabinets and wall units whilst a sink with chrome mixer tap is set into the work surface with tiled splashback.

There is space for various appliances, including an American-style refrigerator/freezer.

The room is fitted with tiled flooring, recessed ceiling spotlights, a front facing double glazed window and rear facing double glazed door leading out to the garden.

Guest WC The guest WC is fitted with a low level flush WC and an integrated wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap. There is also a side facing double glazed window and a radiator.

Cellar / Home Gym / Playroom - 3.82m x 5.47m (12'6" x 17'11") A fabulous converted cellar now offers a range of potential uses, such as a home gym, playroom or cinema room.

There are two side facing double glazed windows, wood effect flooring and two radiators.

Landing A staircase leads up to a bright and galleried first floor landing, benefiting from a dual aspect, courtesy of the side facing double glazed window and side facing double glazed skylight.

The landing is also fitted with two radiators and a useful built-in storage cupboard, whilst also housing the loft access hatch with drop-down ladder.

Master Bedroom - 2.97m x 5.13m (9'8" x 16'9") Take your pick of substantial Master bedroom, but this particular double bedroom benefits from a dual aspect, courtesy of the front and rear facing double glazed windows, with the rear providing beautiful rural views over the garden, field and countryside beyond.

The room is fitted with an extensive range of built-in bedroom furnishings, including wardrobes, drawers, dressing table and overhead storage, whilst there are two radiators and a door leading through to the Master en-suite.

Master En-Suite A stunning en-suite shower room is fitted with a predominantly white suite, including an integrated low level flush WC, wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap set into a granite worktop, and a shower enclosure with rainfall style shower and separate showerhead attachment.

There is also a wall mounted chrome heated towel rail, rear facing double glazed window, recessed ceiling spotlights, tiled flooring and predominantly tiled walls.

Bedroom Two - 3.93m x 4.88m (12'10" x 16'0") Serving as the main bedroom to the current owners, another very large bedroom is fitted with a range of built-in bedroom furnishings, including wardrobes with overhead storage and a dressing table, whilst there is also a radiator and rear facing double glazed window, providing the exceptional views as to the Master.

En-Suite Two A second attractive en-suite shower room is fitted with a white suite, including a low level flush WC, integrated wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap, and a shower and enclosure with rainfall style shower and separate showerhead attachment.

There is also a radiator, recessed ceiling spotlights and a side facing double glazed, skylight looking out to the neighbouring countryside.

Bedroom Three - 4.06m x 3.23m (13'3" x 10'7") A third good size double bedroom is fitted with a range of built-in bedroom furnishings, including wardrobes, drawers, overhead storage and a dressing table.

There is also a radiator, wood effect flooring and side facing double glazed window.

Bedroom Four - 2.82m x 1.92m (9'3" x 6'3") Currently serving as an office, bedroom four is fitted with wood effect flooring, a radiator and front facing double glazed window.

Bathroom A tasteful family bathroom is fitted with a contemporary white suite, including a low-level flush WC, integrated wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap, and a panelled bathtub with chrome mixer tap and separate showerhead attachment.

There is also a wall mounted chrome heated towel rail, recessed ceiling spotlights, a rear facing double glazed skylight, tiled flooring and predominantly tiled walls.

Exterior The property sits on a truly spectacular and substantial plot, in total measuring over 4.5 acres.

Two sets of electrically operated solid vehicular gates provide secure access to the front and rear, with a large tarmacadam driveway providing off road parking for a significant number of vehicles.

A predominantly gravelled and utterly private area sits to the front of the property, whilst exquisitely maintained, elegant and South-West facing lawned gardens sit to the rear, boasting an abundance of colourful specimen shrubs and trees to the perimeters as well as being laid throughout.

A high quality and impressive patio sits to the nearest side of the property, offering incredible views over the garden and substantial four-plus acre privately owned field lying beyond.

Two useful garden sheds sit to the nearest side of the property, whilst a car port offers covered parking.

Field The property benefits from owning a large field that adjoins directly to the main gardens and can also be accessed from Fosseway Lane, measuring over four acres.