House For Sale £650,000
An enchanting Victorian former school dating from 1858, offering spacious accommodation and excellent views within the idyllic village of Salt.<br/></br>
<b>Situation</b>
Salt is just to the north-east of the county town of Stafford which offers a wide range of facilities including a selection of supermarkets, shops, library, theatre, leisure centre and a cinema. Salt village itself offers a delightful country pub, The Hollybush at Salt, which is within walking distance of The Old School.
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The larger centre of Weston is just a short drive away, with a plethora of local amenities including a village shop, two public houses, active village hall and luxury hotel with restaurant. There is good access from the property to all major road networks including the M6 motorway at Junctions 13 and 14. Stafford inter-city mainline railway station allows a fast commute into London and other major cities.
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The Old School is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with many recreational areas including nearby Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and home to an abundance of wildlife. Comprising forest woodland and parkland, Cannock Chase offers excellent walking, riding and cycling opportunities.
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There is also a range of excellent independent schooling within the area including Stafford Grammar School, Yarlet School, Newcastle-under-Lyme School and Denstone College as well as highly regarded primary and secondary state schools.
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<b>Description </b>
Nestled within the pretty and highly desirable village of Salt, The Old School occupies an idyllic location on the fringe of the village with outstanding rural views to the front and rear. The Old School dates back to 1858 and was once the village primary school, before being converted into the spacious and characterful home it is today. The house retains a plethora of period features throughout including original polished floors, arched windows and doors, ornate brickwork, fretwork and deep skirting boards which are a reminder of the building’s past.
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Entering via a raised doorway, the original entrance door opens to a useful porch area which leads into the refitted kitchen breakfast room. This bright room enjoys superb open vistas across the front driveway over to the neighbouring Sandon Estate beyond. The modern kitchen offers a range of wall and floor cabinetry set under a wood effect work surface whilst the remainder of the room offers plenty of space for a large table. A further doorway leads through to the vast living room, with the original fireplace offering an excellent focal point. Wide double doors flanked by large windows offer access to the rear terrace, whilst a staircase rises from the living room to the first floor accommodation. The living room has a unique original Victorian half tiled wall with quotations which relate to the buildings time as a school, which have also been placed onto a commemorative plaque. An internal door leads off from the living room to the rear hallway which provides access to the laundry / utility room and the downstairs shower room. The office is located off the end of the rear hallway, and provides a large useful space for home working.
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The first floor landing is a bright space and provides access to all bedroom accommodation. The master bedroom is fully vaulted with an outstanding partially glazed apex and two arched windows which offer excellent views across the surrounding fields. The room is filled with light, and fitted with a run of wardrobes to one side. At the opposite end of the landing, the guest bedroom offers a characterful space filled with light thanks to the two skylights. Part of the guest bedrooms is set on a raised section, adding to the character the house offers. There are a further two bedrooms, and a large family bathroom with roll top bath and separate shower.
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<b>Outside</b>
Double gates open to a large driveway with parking for several vehicles. The driveway leads down the side of the house to a detached double garage and workshop which benefits from power and light, with a boarded loft accessed via a pull down ladder. There is a large rear paved terrace which can be accessed directly from the living room and rear hall, and is directly south facing. The balance of the garden is mainly split into two lawned sections, with a potting shed in one area and a greenhouse and shed in the other. The garden benefits from idyllic rural views.
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<b>Viewings</b>
By strict appointment through Fisher German LLP, telephone: , email:
<b>Situation</b>
Salt is just to the north-east of the county town of Stafford which offers a wide range of facilities including a selection of supermarkets, shops, library, theatre, leisure centre and a cinema. Salt village itself offers a delightful country pub, The Hollybush at Salt, which is within walking distance of The Old School.
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The larger centre of Weston is just a short drive away, with a plethora of local amenities including a village shop, two public houses, active village hall and luxury hotel with restaurant. There is good access from the property to all major road networks including the M6 motorway at Junctions 13 and 14. Stafford inter-city mainline railway station allows a fast commute into London and other major cities.
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The Old School is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with many recreational areas including nearby Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and home to an abundance of wildlife. Comprising forest woodland and parkland, Cannock Chase offers excellent walking, riding and cycling opportunities.
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There is also a range of excellent independent schooling within the area including Stafford Grammar School, Yarlet School, Newcastle-under-Lyme School and Denstone College as well as highly regarded primary and secondary state schools.
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<b>Description </b>
Nestled within the pretty and highly desirable village of Salt, The Old School occupies an idyllic location on the fringe of the village with outstanding rural views to the front and rear. The Old School dates back to 1858 and was once the village primary school, before being converted into the spacious and characterful home it is today. The house retains a plethora of period features throughout including original polished floors, arched windows and doors, ornate brickwork, fretwork and deep skirting boards which are a reminder of the building’s past.
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Entering via a raised doorway, the original entrance door opens to a useful porch area which leads into the refitted kitchen breakfast room. This bright room enjoys superb open vistas across the front driveway over to the neighbouring Sandon Estate beyond. The modern kitchen offers a range of wall and floor cabinetry set under a wood effect work surface whilst the remainder of the room offers plenty of space for a large table. A further doorway leads through to the vast living room, with the original fireplace offering an excellent focal point. Wide double doors flanked by large windows offer access to the rear terrace, whilst a staircase rises from the living room to the first floor accommodation. The living room has a unique original Victorian half tiled wall with quotations which relate to the buildings time as a school, which have also been placed onto a commemorative plaque. An internal door leads off from the living room to the rear hallway which provides access to the laundry / utility room and the downstairs shower room. The office is located off the end of the rear hallway, and provides a large useful space for home working.
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The first floor landing is a bright space and provides access to all bedroom accommodation. The master bedroom is fully vaulted with an outstanding partially glazed apex and two arched windows which offer excellent views across the surrounding fields. The room is filled with light, and fitted with a run of wardrobes to one side. At the opposite end of the landing, the guest bedroom offers a characterful space filled with light thanks to the two skylights. Part of the guest bedrooms is set on a raised section, adding to the character the house offers. There are a further two bedrooms, and a large family bathroom with roll top bath and separate shower.
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<b>Outside</b>
Double gates open to a large driveway with parking for several vehicles. The driveway leads down the side of the house to a detached double garage and workshop which benefits from power and light, with a boarded loft accessed via a pull down ladder. There is a large rear paved terrace which can be accessed directly from the living room and rear hall, and is directly south facing. The balance of the garden is mainly split into two lawned sections, with a potting shed in one area and a greenhouse and shed in the other. The garden benefits from idyllic rural views.
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<b>Viewings</b>
By strict appointment through Fisher German LLP, telephone: , email:
