2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Accommodation summary

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Alton, Staffordshire, The Old Post Office stands as a testament of history and charm. This idyllic cottage, with its original iconic mailbox, with impressive contemporary modern living accommodation to a high standard, this residence offers a unique blend of old-world charm and modern comfort.

Ground Floor

A solid timber door opens to a welcoming hall with a feature Minton tiled floor and stairs leading to the first floor. On the front is the sitting room where you will find the access to the original post box of the Old Post Office, the room is more spacious due to the bay window and fireplace recess.  Door leading to the dining room situated at the rear of the property with an active log burning stove set into the chimney recess with a feature timber over. This room is finished with exposed wooden flooring and offers dual aspect to the side and rear.  The understairs is a great use of space with a cloakroom WC and wash hand basin. 

Hugely impressive, refitted breakfast kitchen boasts quality work surfaces with porcelain inset sink and drainer finished with the modern mixer tap and stone finish splash back wall tiling. There is a breakfast bar, modern appliances include an American fridge freezer, dishwasher, wine cooler, gas hob and electric double oven, with extractor over. The owner has created an area at the end of the kitchen which could be a boot area next to the back door.  The larder cupboard houses the wall mounted gas boiler. This kitchen provides a perfect blend of functionality and style.

First Floor

The landing area offers a spindle balustrade to the stairwell.

The front-facing bedroom extending the full width of the property with its own en-suite shower room comprising a white three-piece suite.

The second bedroom overlooks the courtyard area at the rear.

There is a good size bathroom fitted with a four-piece suite, including a roll-top, ball and claw bath, a walk-in separate double shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and WC, offering both luxury and practicality.

Outside

The front of the property boasts a small, enclosed forecourt access via a pedestrian wrought iron gate and wall finished with wrought iron railings.

From the kitchen door you lead into an enclosed, low maintenance courtyard garden with blue slate shale area, a paved area, decking with seating, the perfect haven to sit and watch the sunset of an evening. There is gated access to the side of the property, ideal for taking out the bins.  

Location Ideally situated in the highly desirable village of Alton, this property is within walking distance to a range of amenities, including a convenience shop, public houses, eateries, highly rated doctors’ surgery, infant school, church, and a hair salon. Not to mention the surrounding areas, nature enthusiasts will delight in the several countryside walks available through the stunning surrounding area towards Dimmingsdale, the Churnet Valley and Oakamoor. Denstone Farm Shop/Café is just in the next village, accessible along the footpath trail/bridle path. The towns of Uttoxeter, Ashbourne, and Cheadle are easily accessible, offering a wider range of facilities.

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Services. All mains services are believed to be connected to the property as advised by our client.

Tenure.  Freehold (purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the tenure via their legal representative).

Local Authority          Staffordshire Moorlands District Council      

Council Tax Band       B

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Agent Biography

Name: Anita Adams

Title: Partner Agent

Office: Staffordshre/Derbyshire

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