Rushlade Farm House, Land and Barns for Development, Hilderstone

A rare opportunity to purchase a farmhouse and outbuildings with planning consent to convert to provide a total of 5 dwellings and land extending to 8.92 acres in all.

Summary - A rare opportunity to purchase a farmhouse and outbuildings with planning consent to convert to provide a total of 5 dwellings and land extending to 8.92 acres in all.
The traditional buildings have been granted prior approval to convert into three residential dwellings with the barn (previously a commercial building) granted prior approval for a single dwelling extending to 5000 sq. ft internal floor area.
Splendidly well located on the edge of HIlderstone in a beautiful rural location surrounded by its own land with private access drive.
Providing a lovely blend of rural living with the convenience of access to local link roads including the A50
For sale with no upward chain

Farm House - This traditional farmhouse is in need of complete renovation. The accommodation comprises of main door leading into the Entrance Hall with stairs rising to first floor level and internal access into the spacious Lounge / Dining Room with a Bar area set in one corner and double doors opening onto the garden, with internal door through to the Snug which in turn leads back through to the Passage Hallway providing internal access to the Entrance Hall and Kitchen.

The Kitchen has a range of matching wall and base units with worksurface over, sink and drainer, electric oven, internal doors through to Inner Passage which provides access to the Pantry and the Utility Room with sink and drainer. The passage continues to provide access to the Workshop with external access doors.

On the first floor is a landing area providing access to all three spacious double bedrooms and bathroom.

Traditional Barns Development - The traditional barns are situated adjacent and to the main farmhouse with the former farm yard proposed as being a shared space to service the farmhouse and barns once converted. Further information on the planning consent can be found on Stafford Borough Council planning portal using reference number 26/41902/PAR.

Commercial Building To Convert - The large commercial building is situated on the North side at the end of the private driveway , it would make an excellent self-contained single dwelling with the proposed accommodation extending across two floors and the proposed gross internal area expected to be approximately 5000 sq. ft.

The building was previously used as a mechanical workshop and has been granted change of use status from commercial (Class E) to a single dwelling house (Class C3).

Further details of the planning consent can be found on the Stafford Borough Council searching planning reference number 26/41903/POTH

Land - The land is situated to the North and South of the drive in two enclosures. It is bordered by hedging and provides fairly level pasture which is suitable for grazing and mowing alike. The Southern paddock is the larger of the two field and extends to Moss Lane and wraps around the farmhouse and traditional barns.
The smaller paddock is to the North and the larger commercial buildings is set within this paddock in the eastern corner.
The site in total extends to 8.92 acres in all

General Information -

Services - Farmhouse - Mains Water and Electricity are connected. Private drainage.

Tenure And Possession - The property is sold Freehold with vacant possession.

Rights Of Way, Wayleaves And Easements - The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, easements and wayleaves whether or not defined in these particulars. It is uncertain whether there is a formal right of way for the neighbouring land owner to use the drive to access the field to the north, a buyer should satisfy themselves as to the validity of any right of way.

Local Authority, Council Tax Band And Business Rat - Stafford Borough Council
Council Tax Band - G
Business Rates for Commercial Unit Currently - To be confirmed

Fixtures And Fittings - Only those fixtures and fittings referred to in the sale particulars are included in the purchase price. Bagshaws have not tested any equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and no guarantee is given that they are in good working order.

Planning Information - The site has two relevant planning applications for prior approval on the Stafford Borough Council website;
Traditional barns ref: 26/41902/PAR
Commercial building 26/41903/POTH

Energy Performance Certificate - House - Rating ‘G’

Viewings - Strictly by appointment through the Ashbourne Office of Bagshaw's as sole agents on or e-mail: .

Method Of Sale - The property is offered by Private Treaty -Closing date for ‘Best and Final’ offers Wednesday 19th August 2026 at 12 noon.

Offers should be submitted in writing with accompanying proof of funds.

The vendor reserves the right to agree a sale prior to the closing date.

Broadband Connectivity - It is understood that the property benefits from a satisfactory broadband service; however, due to the property's location, connection speeds may fluctuate. We recommend that prospective purchasers consult to obtain an estimated broadband speed for the area.

Mobile Network Coverage - Owing to the property's location, mobile network coverage may be limited. Prospective purchasers are advised to consult the website of Ofcom ( to obtain an estimate of the signal strength for this area.

Agents Notes - Bagshaws LLP have made every reasonable effort to ensure these details offer an accurate and fair description of the property. The particulars are produced in good faith, for guidance only and do not constitute or form an offer or part of the contract for sale. Bagshaws LLP and their employees are not authorised to give any warranties or representations in relation to the sale and give notice that all plans, measurements, distances, areas and any other details referred to are approximate and based on information available at the time of printing.