Cringleford

Cringleford is an individually designed, attractive country home with well-thought-through and flowing open-plan living accommodation, perfect for modern-day life. The superb detached contemporary barn conversion, The Smithy is equally well appointed and also enjoys open plan living.



Both properties are set within landscaped gardens, grounds, and paddocks extending to 5.62 acres.



Cringleford is one of just a select handful of properties that enjoys direct access to Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.



The solid oak front door with full-height glass panel windows to either side opens to the bright and welcoming entrance hall. From here doors radiate to the principal reception rooms.



Three steps lead down to the outstanding open plan kitchen garden room which has been superbly curated with features such as a beamed ceiling, solid wood floors, and a part vaulted ceiling to create a flexible and versatile space complete with underfloor heating.



The kitchen is fitted with a range of solid oak floor and wall mounted cabinetry set under solid granite work surfaces. There are many integrated Miele appliances including two single ovens, a double oven, microwave/grill, warming drawer, dishwasher, coffee machine, and wine cooler as well as a gas AGA.



A doorway leads through to the separate matching utility/laundry room with space and plumbing for the larger appliances there is also a door to the pantry.



The garden room offers a delightful dual aspect across the south-facing terrace via two bi-fold doors. This superb space invites the garden indoors and allows the superb views to be enjoyed all year around. There is a useful boot room with direct access from the gardens, ideal for kicking off dirty winter boots and a guest WC provides a great rest stop to wash hands after a day in the garden or with the horses.



The dining area offers plenty of space for formal entertaining or comfortable family dining and leads through to the sitting room for relaxation after dinner. Separated by a part beamed part glazed partition, the sitting room offers a cosy triple aspect space complete with an inglenook fireplace with an inset log burning stove.



The fully fitted oak study offers an excellent home working space, whilst the fourth double bedroom and shower room are found adjacent.



The principal bedroom suite is spread across the majority of the first floor and comprises a vast and relaxing bedroom with ample fitted wardrobes for storage, a well-fitted en suite shower room, two dressing rooms, and spa style bathroom with a separate wet room area. The principal bedroom itself offers exceptional views across the gardens and to Cannock Chase beyond.



The Smithy

Approached via Cringlefords main driveway this superb three double bedroom barn conversion sits in its own gravel courtyard.



Rental potential

The Smithy currently returns a good rental income. The tenant has expressed an interest in remaining at The Smithy should the new owner require a tenant.



Approached directly from Lower Way. Electrically operated gates open to the driveway which leads to a large parking area providing access to the double garage with a first floor room above complete with power and electricity.



The driveway continues down the side of Cringleford to provide access to The Smithy which sits in front of a central courtyard.



The rear garden at Cringleford is superbly landscaped. A south-facing terrace incorporates an ornamental pond and provides access to the lawned, private garden area beyond.



The courtyard provides access to the equestrian facilities which include four stables, a tack room and WC. The manège leads on to the paddocks, whilst a fenced gallop provides access to a gate leading directly onto the 17,000 acres of Cannock Chase. These incredible properties are perfect for those with equestrian interests.



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