Cottage for sale in Stafford ST18, 2 Bedroom

A rarity indeed and great opportunity it is to see Thyme Cottage restored to a nostalgic dwelling, neatly nestled in the beautiful and sought after village of Great Haywood. Formally known as the Time Keepers Cottage and an award winning Best Updated Cottage 1997, this Grade II listed early 19th Century cottage has seen a wide range of dwellers including a skilled clockmaker. Many of the cottage's original interior and exterior features still exist, adding further to its historic value including; locking plank shutters to the country cottage kitchen breakfast room, ceiling hooks and an iron casement window in the living room. Bursting with historical character this two bedroom cottage also provides a bathroom and a pretty courtyard seating area with two outbuildings that provide storage and a studio/office. Positioned in peace and quiet, with tranquil walks on your doorstop. The National Trust of Shugborough Hall is only a few steps away as are the acres and acres of The Chase boasting exceptional outdoor activities. If you have been dreaming of character, something unique, special and magical then Thyme Cottage is granting those wishes.

Entrance Lobby

Open plan entrance lobby having quarry tiled floor, opening into the lounge and original pine latch door to the breakfast kitchen.

Lounge (13' 0'' x 11' 9'' (3.96m x 3.58m))

Having stairs off to the first floor landing, open Gothic style arched chimney recess housing a cast iron multi fuel wood burner with oak mantle and Staffordshire blue brick hearth, radiator, original beams to the ceiling, having window to the front and original pantry leaded window to the side.

Breakfast Kitchen (13' 1'' x 8' 10'' (3.98m x 2.68m))

Comprising wall mounted units, work top, 1 1/2 bowl sink drainer, base units, space and plumbing for appliances, integrated oven/grill, splash back tiling, quarry tiled floor, radiator, space and and plumbing for appliances and window to the front elevation.

First Floor Landing (12' 7'' x 2' 9'' (3.83m x 0.84m))

Having built in cupboard, stripped wood flooring, wall mounted lights and original pine latch doors off to the bedrooms and bathroom.

Bedroom One (10' 2'' x 10' 4'' (3.11m x 3.15m))

A good sized double bedroom having hanging rail into recess, stripped wood flooring, radiator, built in cupboard, loft access and window to the front elevation.

Bedroom Two (9' 4'' x 8' 11'' (2.84m x 2.73m))

Having exposed wood flooring, radiator, loft access, feature beam and window to the front elevation.

Bathroom

Comprising part ceramic tiled and slate tiled walls, wash hand basin, low level W.C, bath with shower over and radiator.

Garden Store (6' 11'' x 5' 1'' (2.11m x 1.55m))

A useful separate storage space with flexible usage having power and lighting.

Office/Studio Space (9' 1'' x 7' 6'' (2.77m x 2.28m))

Multi-purpose sizeable space with window to the front, storage cupboard with sliding doors and recessed ceiling spotlights.

Outside

To the front of the property is a traditional cottage garden with the original church stone wall flower beds, a raised patio area and a variety of trees, plants and shrubs