Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

THE HERMITAGE

The Hermitage is an imposing 5-bedroom detached Grade II listed Georgian residence situated in Froghall, close to the Peak District in the Staffordshire Moorlands. The Hermitage offers an excellent opportunity for those looking to acquire a rural business opportunity or looking for a tasteful retreat. Comprising of a substantial stone and tiled farmhouse, with a wealth of original features, together with five holiday cottages and a further detached cottage, known as Ruelow and two large barns. The Hermitage has been used as a rural tourism business by the current owners and their family and offers exceptional income potential and options to progress this further.

The farmhouse has been renovated and updated by the current owners and offers versatile accommodation over three floors, making this an ideal large family home with enviable views over open countryside. There are three receptions as well as the sociable and spacious kitchen/breakfast room on the ground floor, with four bedrooms on the first floor with three having their own en-suite facilities. There is a further bedroom on the second floor with scope for extra bedrooms if required. A property filled with character features whilst maintaining modern touches throughout. In summary a practical character family home positioned in an idyllic location, with a successful lifestyle business.

GROUND FLOOR

On entering The Farmhouse, you are immediately drawn into the past with an abundance of character features with the exposed wooden flooring, beamed ceilings which stand out throughout this lovely home. This is however a little deceiving as much of the property, while maintaining plenty of its originality, has been updated in the past few years by the current owners so creating a balance of modern and contemporary styling throughout. This is very apparent in the kitchen with its farmhouse style, whilst having all the latest modern appliances in a setting of exposed beams and wooden features maintaining the originality and character throughout. This continues into the sitting room with its tranquil and peaceful ambiance with the fireplace being the focal point of the room and perfect for those winter nights to cosy up in front of. The snug/garden room has the advantage of French doors leading out to the rear garden with some lovely views over open countryside whilst keeping the traditional features of the period within the room. This in turn leads through to the dining room which is spacious light and airy with neutral décor adding to the ambiance and again having lovely views to the gardens and perfect for formal entertaining. There is a substantial laundry/utility room off the entrance hall with separate cloakroom completing the ground floor accommodation. A cellar can also be accessed via the ground floor.

SELLER INSIGHT

This magnificent complex of properties enjoys this amazing location within rolling Staffordshire moorlands and within easy reach of the Peak District National Park. The main house has been the family home for its owners, Chris and Nancy, for the past two years.

“We were looking for a new adventure and wished to create a family business with our daughter and family, in this rural part the country. After a long hard search, we were delighted to find The Hermitage in such an idyllic location, alongside its traditional historic properties and came to live here just over two years ago. The historic and unique main house, which is over five hundred years of age, has been tastefully restored into a striking private residence containing requirements and luxuries for a modern-day lifestyle. With its oak beams and inglenook fireplace, it is an exceptionally comfortable home. Our spacious garden is extremely private and a wonderful place in which to relax after busy days.”

“The other properties on the complex also required lots of t.l.c but, having essential skills working with artisan tradesmen, we have carefully restored and enhanced them into delightful individual cottages in which people like to come and stay to enjoy and explore the magnificent surroundings. We also have a spacious barn which contains many facilities for our guests. The location offers plentiful opportunities to to walk in the local surrounding countryside, or to visit many of the fascinating and varied locations within easy reach”

“Although beautifully tucked away, we are within easy reach of a wealth of amenities essential for day to day living, including schools, shops and supermarkets. Ipstones is our nearest convenient village and does contain a brilliant local butcher. There are also sociable pubs and its annual Agricultural Show is a popular event. Stoke-on-Trent is our closest large town and, apart from being famous for its historic potteries, it is where larger shops and other facilities are located. In addition, both road and rail networks are convenient and from nearby Blyth Bridge, we can be in the centre of London within two hours.”

“It is for logistical reasons and to follow a lifelong dream that we are saying farewell to our wonderful home in this wondrous location. We wish its new owners much happiness and contentment.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owners 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.

FIRST FLOOR

The first floor has four double bedrooms and in keeping with the ground floor are spacious light and airy. They have an abundance of character features with enviable views over the gardens and open countryside beyond. The principal and bedrooms two and three have their own en-suite facilities, with bedroom four being complimented by the modern family bathroom. Walking through the first floor you really appreciate the period features, and this continues to the second floor.

Second Floor

A further double bedroom resides on the second floor with substantial office space available, ideal for home office workers, as well as a further separate storage room.

OUTSIDE

The gardens are elevated above the surrounding countryside with enviable views and there are several outbuildings, as well as five holiday cottages which are currently run as a separate business entity. There is also a separate detached Bungalow which would make an ideal annexe. The gardens are mainly lawned sections interspersed with a small, wooded area and paddock.

Also, there is an interesting feature of a traditional historical Icehouse which is located within the property gardens.

Hermitage Lodge

This is constructed of stone and tile with the benefit of double-glazed window units and a fully pressurised hot water cylinder and is a former farm building which is now utilised for holiday let accommodation and lies adjacent to the yard area and next to the driveway.

Outside

There is a small stone and tiled building which houses the oil-fired central heating boiler

Services

The property has the benefit of oil-fired central heating

Ruelow

This is a stone and tiled bungalow, with the benefit of double-glazed window units, which is currently subject to an agricultural occupancy clause, and is situated at the top of the yard

Outside

To the rear there is a block and tiled boiler house which houses the oil-fired central heating boiler

The Barn – comprising a range of four holiday cottages

This is a grade II listed stone and tiled former farm building which is situated opposite the dwelling house and on to the edge of the yard. The building has been converted tastefully into four separate units respectfully known as The Coach House, Pump House, The Smithy and Anvil. All have the benefit of double-glazed window units and a fully pressurised hot water cylinder except for Anvil Cottage.

Outside

To the rear of the above range of dwellings there is a covered Yard –with profile sheeted roof which is included with the property. Also included with the property close to the property known as Ruelow there is an open sided Portal Framed Building with profile sheeted roof which is used for entertainment and socialising purposes. Beyond there is a 4 berth Static Caravan which is connected to services and currently used as holiday accommodation.

LOCAL AREA

Froghall is situated in the Staffordshire moorlands on the outskirts of the peak district with close proximity to the Churnet Valley and in easy reach of Alton Towers, Dovedale and the popular market town of Leek and Ashbourne. Transport hubs include train stations at Stoke, Ashbourne or Stone and access to A roads are within easy reach.

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INFORMATION

Services

Oil fired central heating and Septic Tank

Agents Notes

The property has a septic tank and oil-fired central heating. There is a public right of way footpath. Grade II Listed/ EPC ratings G, E and E. Commercial Business Rates Apply. Please ask the agent for further information.

Local Authority

Staffordshire Moorlands District Council

Viewing Arrangements

Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01889 228080

Website

For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/staffordshire

Opening Hours:

Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 8.00 pm

Saturday 9.00 am - 4.30 pm

Sunday 10.00am -4pm

The Hermitage Ipstones Bank, Froghall, Stoke-on-Trent

Approximate Gross Internal Area

Main House = 3230 Sq Ft/300 Sq M

Outbuilding = 1084 Sq Ft/101 Sq M

The Hermitage

FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY - NOT TO SCALE

The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only.

Denotes restricted head height

© ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8545923/JCR

Outbuilding

Ruelow Cottage

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. Printed 06.06.2023

Anvil Cottage

FINE & COUNTRY

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KARL RUSK PARTNER AGENT

Fine & Country Staffordshire

07957 299705

email: karl.rusk@fineandcountry.com

Karl has over 20 years agency experience working on the exclusive high end of the market on the south coast of England including the New Forest and Sandbanks peninsula in Dorset. After meeting his future wife who is originally from Stone in Staffordshire and relocating after the birth of their son to the Midlands Karl has been heavily involved in building estate agency businesses in the Staffordshire location for the last 10 years. Highly qualified to degree level and holding the NAEA technical award as well as being a member of the national association of estate agents, he is fully able to advise clients on every aspect of the moving process and the property market. His knowledge and expertise have given him the opportunity to provide an excellent customer experience and provide the best marketing strategy to adhere to his clients timescales and demands.

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