Summary - LADYBIRCH COTTAGE BUTTERBANK STAFFORD ST18 9LN
3 bed 2 bath Cottage
Substantial paddocks, triple garage and games room on 5.3 acres.
Thatched detached cottage with strong Tudor character and beamed interiors
A picturesque thatched cottage with pronounced period character, Ladybirch Cottage sits within approximately 5.3 acres of paddocks, formal gardens and outbuildings — an exceptional plot for riders, hobby farmers or families who need space. The house has been extended and is tastefully presented with beamed ceilings, parquet floors, two inglenook fireplaces with log burners, bespoke kitchen units and a separate games room with shower and WC.
Practical strengths include a detached three-car thatched garage with loft, extensive parking, two stables and mains water and electricity. The location is rural yet convenient: Stafford’s mainline station and the M6 are within a short drive, making this suitable for commuters who want country life. The land previously supported a touring and camping business (mains hook-ups and external facilities) but the sale is for the private home and not the business.
Buyers should note clear, material drawbacks: the property is off mains drainage (septic tank), heated by oil-fired central heating, and has an EPC rating of D. The thatched roof and historic construction require specialist maintenance and may affect insurance and ongoing costs. Council Tax is band F, and a public footpath crosses part of the grounds — both factors to consider for long-term running costs and privacy.
Legal and site points are important: the land is registered under two titles with referenced rights, CCTV is in operation, and broadband speeds are reported as slow. These are straightforward to check with solicitors and surveyors but are relevant to distance buyers and those needing fast connectivity. Overall, this property will most appeal to buyers seeking a characterful, spacious country home with equestrian potential, substantial grounds and excellent privacy, who accept the maintenance profile of a thatched period property.
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