House For Sale £595,000
A traditional three storey Georgian Staffordshire farmhouse, in a delightful rural setting, offering considerable potential to refurbish
Situation
Knowle Farmhouse is situated in an elevated position, set back from the road and surrounded by open countryside and enjoying far reaching views.
The property is located on the eastern outskirts of Hixon, one of Staffordshire’s most popular villages. It is located in the heart of the undulating Staffordshire countryside, yet is within easy reach of Abbots Bromley, Uttoxeter, Ashbourne and Stafford and the thriving cities of Derby and Birmingham.
Hixon itself has a population of approximately 2,000 and provides a range of services including public houses, schools, hairdressers and local shops. Stafford is approximately 9 miles to the east of the village and provides a range of services, including retail and leisure, as well as employment opportunities.
Description
A traditional brick built Georgian farmhouse with the accommodation briefly comprising; to the ground floor, kitchen, a utility room and boot room, five reception rooms including a conservatory and large sitting room with Inglenook fireplace with log burner, two guest WC’s, three staircases, two large porch areas and a study. There is a brick vaulted cellar, offering good storage. To the first floor there are seven bedrooms and two bathrooms. On the second floor there is a further three bedrooms, one with en suite and a bathroom. Some original features have been retained such as Dado rails, quarry tiles, beams and a Hopton marble fireplace. The extensive accommodation extends to 5,681 sq ft (GIA) in all and offers flexibility for a variety of uses subject to the necessary consents.
Outside
Knowle Farmhouse is set back from the road and approached via a long private driveway leading to a courtyard area providing ample parking. Gardens are mainly laid to lawn with established hedgerows and fenced boundaries. There are paved seating areas benefiting from views over the paddocks and countryside beyond. There is also a separate shared driveway providing access to the rear of the property and grounds extend to circa 1.52 acres in all.
Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, blinds and light fittings are included in the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.
Services
Mains water & electricity are connected. Heating is via oil fired central heating. Drainage is to a private system.
We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around 7 mbps, however please note that results will vary depending on the time a speed test is carried out. The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 7 mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 27/04/2022). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.
None of the services, appliances, heating installations, broadband, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.
Local Authority
Stafford Borough Council.
Council Tax Band: F
Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
Access rights and the ownership of are yet to be defined via either drive and are subject to negotiation/confirmation.
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor's agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.
Viewings
By strict appointment through Fisher German LLP.
Directions
Postcode - ST18 0NP.
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From Stafford, at Gaol Square, take the exit onto Queensway/A34, At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Lammascote Rd/A518, continue to follow A518, at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Weston Rd/A518. Turn right onto London Rd/A51, turn left onto New Rd and when you reach the village of Hixon, turn left onto Church Rd and then right onto Back Ln. Turn left onto Legge Ln, and continue onto Lea Rd, the property is set back from the road on the right hand side down a long driveway.
Situation
Knowle Farmhouse is situated in an elevated position, set back from the road and surrounded by open countryside and enjoying far reaching views.
The property is located on the eastern outskirts of Hixon, one of Staffordshire’s most popular villages. It is located in the heart of the undulating Staffordshire countryside, yet is within easy reach of Abbots Bromley, Uttoxeter, Ashbourne and Stafford and the thriving cities of Derby and Birmingham.
Hixon itself has a population of approximately 2,000 and provides a range of services including public houses, schools, hairdressers and local shops. Stafford is approximately 9 miles to the east of the village and provides a range of services, including retail and leisure, as well as employment opportunities.
Description
A traditional brick built Georgian farmhouse with the accommodation briefly comprising; to the ground floor, kitchen, a utility room and boot room, five reception rooms including a conservatory and large sitting room with Inglenook fireplace with log burner, two guest WC’s, three staircases, two large porch areas and a study. There is a brick vaulted cellar, offering good storage. To the first floor there are seven bedrooms and two bathrooms. On the second floor there is a further three bedrooms, one with en suite and a bathroom. Some original features have been retained such as Dado rails, quarry tiles, beams and a Hopton marble fireplace. The extensive accommodation extends to 5,681 sq ft (GIA) in all and offers flexibility for a variety of uses subject to the necessary consents.
Outside
Knowle Farmhouse is set back from the road and approached via a long private driveway leading to a courtyard area providing ample parking. Gardens are mainly laid to lawn with established hedgerows and fenced boundaries. There are paved seating areas benefiting from views over the paddocks and countryside beyond. There is also a separate shared driveway providing access to the rear of the property and grounds extend to circa 1.52 acres in all.
Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, blinds and light fittings are included in the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.
Services
Mains water & electricity are connected. Heating is via oil fired central heating. Drainage is to a private system.
We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around 7 mbps, however please note that results will vary depending on the time a speed test is carried out. The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 7 mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 27/04/2022). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.
None of the services, appliances, heating installations, broadband, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.
Local Authority
Stafford Borough Council.
Council Tax Band: F
Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
Access rights and the ownership of are yet to be defined via either drive and are subject to negotiation/confirmation.
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor's agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.
Viewings
By strict appointment through Fisher German LLP.
Directions
Postcode - ST18 0NP.
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From Stafford, at Gaol Square, take the exit onto Queensway/A34, At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Lammascote Rd/A518, continue to follow A518, at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Weston Rd/A518. Turn right onto London Rd/A51, turn left onto New Rd and when you reach the village of Hixon, turn left onto Church Rd and then right onto Back Ln. Turn left onto Legge Ln, and continue onto Lea Rd, the property is set back from the road on the right hand side down a long driveway.
