Church Eaton Road, Haughton, ST18

Where country charm meets horsepower, hay-days and home comforts in one seriously rare rural retreat. Nestled within approximately five glorious acres, this exceptional smallholding is more than just a home… it’s the whole farmyard fantasy, lovingly wrapped up with exposed beams, rolling views and enough character to make a scarecrow blush.

From the moment you trot through the front door, you’re greeted by a welcoming entrance hall complete with a striking wooden staircase that rises proudly to the first floor, while doors branch off like country lanes to the generous ground floor living spaces beyond. At the heart of the home sits the farmhouse kitchen, a true gathering place where muddy boots, morning coffees and post-hack feasts feel equally at home. Tiled flooring flows seamlessly from the entrance hall, while an abundance of cabinetry, granite worktops, a Belfast sink and integrated appliances, including a Cookmaster Leisure cooker, create a space ready for everything from Sunday roasts to late-night grazing. The neighbouring utility room keeps the practicalities neatly tucked away, while a connecting hallway provides convenient access to the annexe. To the right of the entrance hall, the generous dining room offers the perfect setting for family feasts and festive farm suppers, complete with warm wooden flooring and dual-aspect windows framing the surrounding countryside. The ground floor continues to impress with two versatile reception rooms, both currently enjoyed as sitting rooms, each opening through French doors into the wonderfully bright sunroom. Bathed in natural light from two skylights and blessed with panoramic rural views, this is the perfect spot to watch the seasons roll across your land, whether it’s lambing season or long summer sunsets. There’s also a versatile study on the ground floor which could easily serve as a third bedroom if desired, supported by a nearby bathroom complete with walk-in shower, WC, sink and towel radiator, ideal for guests or flexible family living.

Head upstairs and the charm continues in full barn-conversion style. Two generous bedrooms await, both featuring exposed beams, wooden flooring and rustic wooden doors that nod beautifully to the property’s agricultural roots. The principal bedroom is truly the “head of the herd”, wonderfully spacious with dual-aspect windows, a luxurious ensuite featuring a freestanding bath, and the ultimate country-living luxury: a walk-in dressing room. The second bedroom is another superb double, complete with its own ensuite bathroom and countryside views stretching across your very own land from both a traditional window and skylight.

And then there’s the self contained annexe, the property’s very own hidden stable star. Originally home to the horses, this beautifully converted two-storey space now offers fantastic accommodation ideal for multigenerational living, guest stays or independent family members. The ground floor features a spacious living area, kitchen, connecting utility room, double bedroom and ensuite bathroom, while upstairs a striking mezzanine level with glass-panel railing overlooks the living space below, perfect as a study, reading nook, creative workspace or potential bedroom, alongside an additional bathroom. Multiple access doors make outdoor living effortless including front and rear doors, while exposed beams, wooden accents and picture windows continue the farmstead feel throughout.

Step outside and the lifestyle offering becomes nothing short of sensational. The approximately five-acre plot unfolds into multiple paddocks and lawned areas, making it ideal for equestrian use or simply soaking up the countryside serenity. The substantial all-weather ménage comes equipped with electric points to all four corners and floodlighting for year-round riding, while the double shelter and large agricultural store add even more practicality. Inside the agricultural building, you’ll find four well-maintained stable blocks along with double-door access to both front and rear, because every good farm needs a proper workhorse of a building. The store includes electric, water and lighting large enough to accommodate further stabling if required. There’s even a wild pond tucked within the grounds, adding a touch of natural magic to this already enchanting setting. A yard area provides parking for multiple vehicles.

Located on Church Eaton Road in Haughton, Black Hough Farm offers the best of both worlds, peaceful rural living with local amenities, schools and transport links all within easy reach.

Whether you’re dreaming of equestrian life, multigenerational living, or simply swapping traffic for tractors, this is a home where you can truly put down roots and let your countryside story grow. Give us a call today to book your viewing - .

EPC Rating: D

Location

Haughton is a small village where there are shops, pubs, fish & chip shop & a primary school providing the local amenities that you need, also neighbouring Gnosall & Ranton. Within the village there is a church and a village hall where frequent activities are held for the local community. Slightly further afield you will find the village of Eccleshall & the County Town of Stafford where there are larger amenities & links to both the M6 motorway & mainline rail links.