Alton, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire by Fine & Country

Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0)121 272 6800 mailbox@fineandcountry.com 20 The Mailbox, Wharfside Street, Birmingham, B1 1R

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FINE & COUNTRY THE OLD SCHOOL HOUSE Elegant Grade II Listed period detached home approaching 1900 sq. ft. with supremely comfortable deep-character accommodation with a compelling and charming life-story, offering two beautiful receptions, a smart kitchen-breakfast room and five double bedrooms each with an en suite. There is a very pretty garden space and/or off-road parking, all set within Altonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic and scenic Conservation Area.

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This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques. We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.

The production of these particulars has generated a ÂŁ10 donation to the Fine & Country Foundation, charity no. 1160989, striving to relieve homelessness. Visit fineandcountry.com/uk/foundation

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STEP INSIDE The Old School House is a beautiful and intriguing Grade II Listed detached house circa 1845, in a peaceful, scenic and historic setting. The deep-character interiors are lovingly presented. The result is a home with an exceptional sense of light, air and space, and an incredibly warm and comfortable atmosphere. The inviting harlequin-floored reception hall offers doors to the drawing room, dining room and kitchen/breakfast room, providing the ground floor with a perfect flow. The lovely balance to the interior continues on the first and second floors which offer 5 double bedrooms each with an immaculate ensuite, all arranged off very attractive landings. There are delightful original features throughout the home, to include the magnificent windows. The Old School House is therefore a remarkable home perfect for the growing or larger family, for peaceful private living and entertaining in all seasons.

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Seller Insight Set within a conservation area in a pretty part of the village, we immediately fell in love with this wonderfully unique property” says the current owner of The Old School House. “The house itself possesses such a sense of history, with lovely original features including the beautiful windows which look out over fantastic views of both village and countryside.” “Each room in the house has its own personality,” the owner continues. “The lounge has exquisite original windows overlooking the village high street, and is south facing so the sun streams in all day from morning until night. The dining room is a fabulously sunny room too, and offers views of the church and countryside beyond. The hallway gives a very impressive welcome to our home with its arch and its original flooring, while the kitchen is more modern, having been refitted to a high standard to suit contemporary everyday life.” The gardens too are exquisite, having had much love and care put into them during the current owner’s time here, including professional landscaping. “When we first moved in we employed a garden designer,” says the owner, “who created a wonderful outdoor space for us with well stocked borders, a water feature and various seating areas to enjoy al fresco dining in the summer. We also have a miniature garden to the side of the house by the log store, which is a lovely sunny place to sit in the morning over a cup of coffee.” The property sits within a conservation area so is surrounded by picturesque scenery. “We are close to the Castle, which was originally medieval but was later refurbished in the Victorian era,” says the owner. From the Castle there is a beautiful view of the river and scenic Churnic Valley. There are many histoical buildings on the High Street, some dating back to medieval times. “There are two fine churches nearby too, one with a peaceful monastery and cloisters.” In terms of local amenities, the village has much to offer too. “There is a Post Office and Londis convenience store,” says the owner, “as well as the recently renovated Bulls Head pub. The White Hart pub is owned by the community along with a coffee shop and garden allotments, fostering a real sense of community spirit in the village. There are more restaurants further into the village, too. There is also a Primary Health Centre.” “I will miss the character of this house, so different to any other property I’ve seen.” “I cannot choose just one favourite room, as they are all so different, each with its own character.” “A family with young children has recently moved in next door, this being a very family friendly area in which to bring up kids. Teenagers would love the attic bedrooms in The Old School House, too.” “This house is just perfect for entertaining, its spacious dining room having served us well for many dinner parties with friends and buffets with our six hungry grandchildren!”

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STEP OUTSIDE The house has very handsome elevations and a charming frontage giving off road-parking and/or a charming modest sun-trap garden, a lovely area for private enjoyment and alfresco entertaining. A side area to the main front is home to a garden store, further morning terrace abundant with hanging baskets. The home lies adjacent to the beautiful church and grounds affording an exquisite sense of peace and local scenery.

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ALTON Alton is set in a stunning landscape. The village and surrounding countryside has quiet walks, lakes, woodlands, sandstone outcrops and historic buildings, including the magnificent Alton Castle by Pugin. Alton is a very ancient village and one of the area’s prettiest; its dramatic, hilly location in the Churnet Valley is truly enchanting. From the river and the disused railway track, now a delightful walk, there are magnificent views of the Castle, its superb position and dark, Gothic design give it the romantic appeal of a fairytale castle, the restored railway station built by Pugin and the old watermill. The wonderful “Furnace Forest” trail is a 4 mile walk which offers superb views over the canopy to Alton and the Churnet Valley. The village offers excellent local facilities to include restaurants and bars, community allotments, village hall, primary school, whilst the Castle is used a Diocesen Youth Centre. The famous Alton Towers is nearby together with JCB’s worldwide headquarters where work is underway for a championship golf course. The National motorway network is within easy reach via the M1 and M6 both rapidly linked by the A50.

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BIRMINGHAM Lying at the seat of England’s Industrial and commercial heartland, the “Second City” is the very model of a beaming cosmopolitan global city that sets the standard for others to mirror. Increasingly recognised as an important cultural hub with the Birmingham Royal Ballet based in the city, along with a magnificent and striking new library. Birmingham also boasts some of the best shopping in Europe with the superb Bullring Shopping Centre containing over 140 shops including a flagship Selfridges department store. The exclusive Mailbox development is host to a range of designer stores including Armani and Harvey Nichols. Birmingham is the one of the country’s most significant modern business relocation centres, for example HSBC are currently building their brand new headquarters in the heart of the city immediately opposite the library, the City Repertory Theatre, and a moments walk from the Mailbox and Paradise Circus.

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EPC Exempt

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. * 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. Printed 15.08.2017

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The production of these particulars has generated a ÂŁ10 donation to the Fine & Country Foundation, charity no. 1160989, striving to relieve homelessness. Visit fineandcountry.com/uk/foundation

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Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0)121 272 6800 mailbox@fineandcountry.com 20 The Mailbox, Wharfside Street, Birmingham, B1 1R

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