Upper Longdon, Staffordshire by Fine & Country

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CRINGLEFORD

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KEY FEATURES Cringleford combines the best of contemporary living with what it means to boast equine facilities that have exclusive, direct, access to Cannock Chase (AONB) from within the grounds; we believe no other property in the area enjoys such privilege. Oozing quality throughout, Cringleford is two properties, set within approximately six acres. She offers seven bedrooms across over 6000+sq.ft. This stunning family friendly home has been lovingly cared for with distinctive features throughout and a versatile layout. The main house (Cringleford) is a neo-Victorian delight, while the barn (The Smithy) is a delightful conversion. The heart of the Cringleford is the open-plan kitchen and dining space (with underfloor heating), complete with Aga and walk-in pantry, that extends to the garden room. The bi-fold doors make the most of the stunning south-facing view of the Chase. The entire first floor is dedicated as the main bedroom suite. All bedrooms are equipped with air-conditioning and custom-made fixtures and fittings. The uniqueness within is only matched without. From Cringleford’s boot room you can meander directly down to your 4 stables, tack room and menage. Beyond them, adjacent to the barn, you gain access to your sprawling paddocks and gallop. Directly from the gallop, in the South-West corner of the property, your private gate accesses Cannock Chase. Without doubt, one of Staffordshire’s finest and most distinctive family residences. A most discreet location in Upper Longdon, you have the tranquillity of the countryside quite literally on your doorstep. Yet, within 15 mins, you can hit the A5, A38, M6 or arrive at Lichfield Trent Valley Station. From the station, London is just over an hour away.

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SELLER INSIGHT Set within six acres of stunning gardens and grounds are Cringleford and The Smithy, a beautiful four-bedroom family home and a hugely characterful three-bedroom barn conversion, which was beautifully converted by the current owners in 2008. The property also boasts a superb array of equestrian facilities, and is the only dwelling in the area to benefit from direct access onto Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that spans 17,000 acres. “This is a property that had been admired by my stepfather for many years,” says Tom. “He used to come walking in the area and he’d always pass by Cringleford and dream of owning it. Then one day back in 2007 it came up for sale and he and my mum jumped at the chance to buy it. It’s such a magical place and the views are incredible; it’s green for as far as the eye can see and it’s a fantastic family home where we’ve all enjoyed utter peace and privacy. And the fact that the property benefits from direct access onto the Chase has been a real added bonus, particularly for my mum because she kept her horses here so on a whim she could tack up and then ride out for miles without ever encountering a road.” “The house itself was shaped by my stepfather. He wanted a place where family and friends could gather, a very sociable house with a real feeling of light and space throughout so he altered the layout to make it much more open plan. However, despite wanting it to be conducive to modern living, he also wanted to retain its country feel so there are features such as beautiful exposed oak beams that give it a real sense of character – I’d say he struck the perfect balance between old and new. The barn was converted while the main house was being renovated and it too is just lovely, and it means that the property is now ideal for multi-generational living – at one point there were seven or eight of us all living very happily here together.” “The location of the property is absolutely superb. The village pub is quite literally a stone’s throw away and there’s a small Co-op just four minutes down the road. We usually head into nearby Rugeley for the bigger supermarkets, but it takes just forty minutes to get into Birmingham so everything’s within easy reach.” “The equestrian facilities are fantastic. There are paddocks, four stables, a manege and the gallop, which runs around the edge of the property, takes you straight out onto Cannock Chase.”*

* 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.

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The kitchen and garden room, which flow into one another, form the real hub of the home. It’s a lovely big area, very light and bright, and as well as being a really nice place for the family to gather, it’s also a great space for entertaining.”

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My wife and I are moving to another property nearby, and Cringleford is now too big for my mum so she’s decided to move and embark upon the next chapter of her life, but I think we’ll all be sad to leave this very special place,” says Tom. “It’s been an integral part of all of our lives, and it’s a fantastic family home that for us holds an awful lot of very fond memories. I hope the new owners love living here just as much as we all have.”

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SUTTON COLDFIELD A green and pleasant suburb, just eight miles from the city center of Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield is famed for its beautiful park and nature reserve. At 2,224 acres, it is one of the largest urban parks in the country. A site of Special Scientific interest, it provides habitat for a variety of birds and wildlife. The park also offers a range of sporting activities, including mountain biking, kayaking and sailing amongst others. Many charity runs are held in the park as well as the World Scout Jambouree. The popular Sutton Park provides all the amenities you could require; there are many restaurants and bistros within the vicinity as well as doctors, dental surgeries and the hospital all within the immediate vicinity. There is also a new development at the nearby Mere Green, which is to include shopping facilities such as Waitrose and Marks and Spencers. The schooling in the area is fantastic with grammar and private schools within easy reach. For traveling further afield, the local Four Oaks station provides an effortless commute to both Birmingham and Lichfield.

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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 04.05.2021

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FINE & COUNTRY Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Australia, Egypt, France, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Namibia, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, The Channel Islands, UAE, USA and West Africa we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals. Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

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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.

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JOLENE FELLOWS PARTNER AGENT

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