• 3 bedrooms +
• 2 reception rooms +
• 2 bathrooms +
• 1.17 acres +
• Conservatory +
• Detached +
• Garden +
• Cottage +

Bumble Cottage is a most enchanting thatched, timber framed cottage set in the peaceful farming village of Ellenhall, close to Eccleshall. The cottage itself dates from around 1580, and is formed in the rare reverse cruck construction which includes vertical oak beams with wooden dowels. Bumble Cottage was originally part of Lord Lichfield’s Ranton Estate until the 1930’s, after which point it fell into disrepair. The cottage was extensively extended and restored during the 1960’s, winning the Council for the Protection of Merit award. Recent works include re ridging to the roof and a new septic tank currently being installed in 2025.

Entered via a pair of stained glass solid oak doors, the entrance porch offers a spacious welcome and provides access to the conservatory. The conservatory is a useful space flooded with natural light and could double as a craft room or studio as required. The drawing room is off the opposite side of the entrance porch and is a magnificent example of a formal room from this period. A pair of bay windows, fills the space with light. There is plenty of space for seating and entertaining, set underneath a beamed ceiling whilst the fireplace with inset LPG coal effect stove provides a cosy focal point. The downstairs cloakroom can be found off the drawing room, with guest WC and shower room off. The handy study provides a serene work area, with delightful rural views. The dining room continues off from the drawing room and offers ample space for entertaining, with views across the gardens to the front. There are period features in abundance including ornate wood panelling with several carved areas and inglenook fireplace with an inset wood burning stove. The kitchen is set at the rear of the house and makes the most of the panoramic views across the adjoining farmland. There is a good range of wall and floor cabinetry. A utility and boot room off either end of the kitchen provides further storage.

The staircase rises from the drawing room to the first floor landing. The principal bedroom is a vast space with vaulted ceilings displaying exposed timbers. There are two further bedrooms, with fitted wooden cupboards and a bedside unit. Both bedrooms enjoy delightful garden views. The family bathroom is well proportioned and completes the first floor accommodation.

Gardens and grounds
The gated in and out driveway leads to a large parking area with space for multiple vehicles and offering access to a range of outbuildings. Adjacent to the house is a large garage/workshop with power and light. There is a kennel building with adjoining run adjacent to the garage, beyond is a further courtyard which offers a range of stabling.