- Detached Grade II Listed Dwelling with Outbuilding +
- Set in 2.35 Acres or Thereabouts +
- Ideal Rural Location +
Gate Farm offers a unique insight to times gone by offering a traditional stone built Grade II Listed property with many original features still retained located in a beautiful setting on a quiet lane in the village of Foxt close to Ipstones, Cheadle , Leek and Ashbourne. In need of modernisation and improvement the property has potential to be extended into further rooms from the living accommodation (subject to necessary consents). With detached garage/workshop and gardens surrounding the property along with a paddock extending to 2.35 acres or thereabouts Gate Farm is not to be missed.
Situation And Directions - The property is situated within the popular residential village of Foxt, the location of which is shown on the attached plan.
Foxt lies 8.6 miles from Leek and 4.5 miles from Cheadle.
The property comprises a traditional stone and tiled dwelling house which we believe dates back to 1624 and is Grade II listed under list entry number 1374660. The property benefits from double glazed windows.
The property is unmodernised and would benefit from modernisation and improvement. The property is approached by means of a part tarmac and hardcore lane, which we believe is outside the ownership of the property.
Description - The property is offered for sale in two lots.
Lot 1 comprises a traditional stone and tiled dwelling house which we believe dates back to 1624 and is Grade II listed under list entry number 1374660. The property benefits from numerous original features which add to the character of the dwelling. The dwelling has a spacious garden, garage and a grass paddock the whole extending to 2.35 acres or thereabouts.
The property would benefit from modernisation and improvement and has considerable potential to create a pleasant family home, subject to any necessary consents and interested parties should make their own enquiries of the local authority with regards to planning or other relevant matters. The property is approached by means of a right of way over a part tarmac and hardcore lane, which we believe is outside the ownership of the property.
Accommodation Comprises:- -
Entrance Pvc Door -
Kitchen - 2.57m x 4.47m (8'5" x 14'7" ) - With red tiled floor, small range of kitchen units and sink unit.
Cloakroom - With low flush WC and red tile floor
Small Storage Room - 1.80m x 1.08m (5'10" x 3'6" ) - With red tile floor and coat hooks
Larder - 1.80m x 1.33m (5'10" x 4'4" ) - With red tile floor and shelves with step down to:
Sitting Room - 3.97m x 4.75m (13'0" x 15'7" ) - With traditional fire range, built in cupboards either side, exposed beams to the walls and ceiling, oak panel walls and red tile floor
Staircase Off The Kitchen Giving Access To:- -
Bedroom One - 5.03m x 4.63m (16'6" x 15'2" ) - Including a Bathroom with bath and wash hand basin
Walk Through Bedroom Two - 4.28m x 5.0m (14'0" x 16'4" ) - With built in small airing cupboard
Storage Cupboard - There is further potential with accommodation on two floors with an access door
off the living room into a Room – 4.70m x 3.85m with red tiled floor, fireplace and storage cupboard
Second Staircase Leading To First Floor - Giving access to:-
Further Room - 4.68m x 4.97m (15'4" x 16'3" ) - With fireplace
Outside - There is a spacious garden plot to the front of the property with lawn and some floral borders. A short distance from the dwelling there is a stone, brick and tiled Garage – 7.12m x 3.18m with an up and over entrance door and concrete floor. Adjoining this building there is a small stone and profile roof Lean To.
The property also has a concrete yard area with concrete path.
To the front of the property adjacent to the council road that runs through the village of Foxt, there is a small paddock which is laid to grass and has gated access.
The property stands in a total of 2.35 acres including the dwelling house, garage, garden area and paddock.
Services - We understand that the dwelling house is connected to mains electricity, water and drainage.
Viewings - By prior arrangement through Graham Watkins & Co.
Tenure And Possession - The property is held freehold and vacant possession will be given upon completion.
Measurements - All measurements given are approximate and are 'maximum' measurements.
Please Note - The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and cannot verify they are in working order or fit for their purpose, neither has the agent checked the legal documents to verify the freehold/leasehold status of the property.
Local Authority - The local authorities are Staffordshire Moorland District Council and Staffordshire County Council.