Castle Cottage
Guide Price £450,000
Castle Cottage is a charming period cottage located in the highly desirable village of Barton under Needwood.
Originally part of the regal Castle House dating back to the 1730s this property holds a prominent place in the village's history.
Castle Cottage is a unique character home featuring impeccably presented interiors and showcasing beautifully preserved period features such as panel doors, exposed wooden beams, sash windows and traditional fireplaces.
Character Period Cottage
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Full of Character and Charm
Private garden & rear courtyard
Separate studio/office space
3 Reception Rooms
Dates Back to 1730s
Castle Cottage was originally part of the regal Castle House which is testament to the rich history and architectural heritage of Barton-under-Needwood and a cherished landmark in the Accessed via double gates leading into the block paved courtyard which provides an ideal space for entertaining or parking and having a single garage which has been converted to offer storage space and a versatile studio or home office, the property also benefits from an enclosed private garden to the
“For me there are few properties that come to the market that compare to this property, it's rich history and original features make it quite unique”
Ground Floor
As soon as you enter the immaculately presented interior, you are greeted by the warm welcoming atmosphere this cottage extends. Deceptively spacious, the entrance hallway leads off to an impressive lounge with original cast iron fireplace and oak flooring with an archway leading through to the conservatory which overlooks the private garden. There is a separate dining room complete with feature fireplace and a bespoke fitted breakfast kitchen with Range style cooker and Amtico flooring.
First Floor
To the first floor the bright and airy landing leads off to three double bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from a newly fitted ensuite shower room and there is a generous family bathroom complete with bath and shower.
"We were looking for a home in a family oriented village and when we found Castle Cottage it ticked all the boxes"
"We loved this quaint cottage which is full of character and it's generous proportions suited our family"
"Moving to Barton offered us a welcoming community, outstanding schools, local shops, pubs and fabulous country walks which was all on our doorstep - it hasn't disappointed"
Directions
From Lichfield, merge onto the A38 and continue for about 4.5 miles. Take the exit towards Barton-under-needwood and merge onto Barton Turns. At the roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Station Rd/B5016. Continue to follow B5016 for about 0.8 miles and you will arrive at Station Rd, Castle Cottage will be on your right hand side.
Services
Main water, gas and electric
Tenure
Freehold
Local Authority & Tax Band
East Staffordshire Borough Council PO Box 8045
Burton-upon-Trent DE14 9JG
Tel: 01283 508000
Tax band - D
Viewing Arrangements
Viewing strictly by appointment with sole agent Rebecca Adams 0771 5763563 rebecca@thepropertyexperts.co.uk
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Barton-under-needwood
The village dates back to the medieval period, with its name "Barton" deriving from Old English, meaning a barley farm. "Needwood" refers to the nearby ancient Needwood Forest. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with nearby natural features such as Barton Marina which is a popular leisure spot offering shops, restaurants, cinema and scenic walks along the marina and around the lakes. Located approximately 4 miles southwest of Burton upon Trent and about 24 miles northeast of Birmingham, the village is well connected by road with easy access to the A38, providing routes to major cities such as Birmingham and Derby, making it convenient for commuters. There is also a good bus service providing routes to Lichfield and the surrounding villages and nearby train stations at Lichfield and Burton.
The village is home to excellent primary, junior and senior schools including the John Taylor High School, which is highly regarded in the area.
There are various recreational facilities, including sports clubs, parks, and a community centre and the village hosts annual events such as the Barton Family Festival and the Barton Garden Festival, which draw visitors from the surrounding areas.
