7 bedroom detached house for sale

Approached via a winding driveway secured by electric gates, Millers Folly is an enchanting Edwardian country house built in 1910 and set on the periphery of the popular canal town of Stone. Having recently undergone a programme of upgrades including relandscaping and remodelling areas of both the ground and first floor, Millers Folly represents the ideal family home which exudes period charm. There are a range of original features including sandstone window surrounds, four pane sash windows, deep skirting, original doors and original servants' bells. The house is set in an idyllic location within Moddershall Valley conservation area within a total plot of approx. 4.26 acres which includes woodland, paddocks with stabling and landscaped gardens. Entrance Hall - Entered via a covered portico, the half-glazed front door opens into a grand hall with half-height panelling and a stained-glass picture window. Doors lead to the main reception rooms, guest WC and cellar. Formal Dining Room - A beautifully proportioned space with a bay door opening onto the terrace, an open fireplace and original coving. Drawing Room - An elegant entertaining room centred on a large period fireplace, with doors opening directly to the garden. Kitchen & Breakfast Room - A spacious family hub fitted with painted cabinetry, integrated appliances and space for a range cooker. Sitting Room / Snug - An informal living area off the kitchen, featuring a double-sided wood burner shared with the kitchen. Rear Hallway, Pantry & Conservatory - Leading from the kitchen to a walk-in pantry and a bright conservatory, currently used as a gym. Boot Room & Utility Room - Recently remodelled with bespoke storage, workspace and provision for laundry appliances. Cellar - Good head height, providing storage, housing services and potential for further use. First Floor Accommodation Principal Bedroom Suite - A generous bedroom with two walk-in wardrobes and a contemporary en suite bathroom. Bedrooms Two & Three - Two spacious double bedrooms, both with modern en suite shower rooms. Home Study - A fitted office with integrated storage, alongside a guest WC and access to a secondary staircase. Second Floor Accommodation Bedrooms Four, Five & Six - Three well-proportioned bedrooms with good head height and elevated views. Family Bathroom - Fitted with both a bath and separate shower. Storage Room & Attic - Includes a dedicated storage room and access to the attic. Outbuildings, Gardens & Grounds Set within approx. 4.26 acres, the grounds include lawned gardens with a large terrace, mature trees and planted borders, plus woodland with winding paths. A separate landscaped area provides a children's play space, seating areas, wood store and sheds. Three paddocks offer equestrian potential, one with stabling and a tack room with power and water. A long driveway leads to a triple garage with gardener's WC. Services Mains electricity and water, oil-fired central heating, and private drainage. Nestled within the Moddershall Valley Conservation area, Millers Folly is set in a secluded and idyllic location yet just over a mile from the picturesque village of Moddershall and only three miles from the canal town of Stone. Moddershall offers village amenities including Rook House coffee shop, The Boar Inn pub and Moddershall Oaks Spa. Stone offers a broader range of local shops and restaurants, with a regular Farmers Market, and events taking place such as Stone Food and Drinks Festival in October. The nearby Trentham Estate offers delightful walks, boat trips, and plenty of shops and restaurants to choose from. There is an excellent range of schooling within the immediate area and a selection of these include Oulton First School, St Dominic's Priory School, Alleyne's Academy, Yarlet School and Stafford Grammar. Accessibility is excellent with the A34 providing a swift connection to the M6 at J15 whilst a few miles to the north is the A50 offering the easy link to the M42 and M1. Stafford Station offers intercity trains to London Euston in just one hour and twenty minutes, whilst both East Midlands and Manchester Airports are within an hour's drive. W3W:///natural.alarm.unsigned