Oakland, Colton Hall Farm, Blithbury Road, Colton, WS15

Set amidst rolling Staffordshire countryside is Oakland, an exceptional barn conversion showcasing over 3000 sq ft of beautifully presented and thoughtfully extended interiors, five double bedrooms, and an established garden plot enjoying delightful open views. Boasting a rich history in the local area, Oakland previously formed part of the historic Colton Hall estate prior to its conversion, showcasing a wealth of sympathetically retained character including beams, impressive tall ceilings and exposed brickwork. Modern additions include a stunning oak framed extension, and this charming barn conversion combines the appeal of a characterful countryside home with the feel of a more modern property, alongside the convenience of local amenities and commuter routes nearby.

This elegant countryside barn offers generously proportioned family interiors, with four reception rooms presenting plenty of space for entertaining or to suit a growing family. Four excellent double bedrooms are to the first floor all featuring beams and impressive vaulted ceilings, with a further double en suite bedroom set to the ground floor. An open plan living and dining kitchen presents ideal space for use as a home office or annexe, overlooking pleasant garden views and an open aspect to the front.

Low maintenance established gardens extend to the front and rear, highlighting the peaceful location and idyllic views over surrounding countryside. The private tree-lined drive approaches this exclusive collection of individual residences, where a gravelled parking area to the leads to the single garage. Immaculately tended fore gardens also offer potential to extend the parking area if required. The rear gardens are bordered by character walls and a post and rail fence, highlighting far-reaching views beyond. Oakland is serviced by LPG central heating (2023 boiler), hardwood double glazed windows (2017) and a private drainage system servicing only this property.

Colton, Staffordshire - Oakland is set amidst idyllic rolling Staffordshire countryside, The rural village of Colton is within a healthy walk or a few minutes drive, and offers amenities to include traditional country pubs the Greyhound Inn and Ye Olde Dun Cow, a historic Church and the St Mary’s Church of England Primary School. Further village amenities can be reached in a short drive, with the historic centre of Abbots Bromley at five miles distance offering an assortment of pubs, cafes and shops.

A location renowned for leisure pursuits, the area borders Cannock Chase, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where many outdoor activities can be enjoyed including hiking, cycling and pony trekking. Blithfield Reservoir is also within easy reach, offering peaceful rural walks and a Sailing Club.

There are a range of independent schools including Lichfield Cathedral School, Denstone Prep and Denstone College within easy reach, and the village is also home to a highly regarded St Marys C of E Primary School, which feeds into the John Taylor School in Rugeley.

The McArthurGlen shopping centre is 8 miles away and further facilities including supermarkets and boutique shops are nearby in the centres of Lichfield and Rugeley, which also offer excellent rail connections to larger commercial centres and Rugeley Trent Valley and two stations in Lichfield provide swift links to Birmingham, Stafford and London (in 80 mins). Birmingham International Airport is around 30 miles away, and the village is ideally located for commuter travel on the M6, A38 and A50.

Reception Hall - 5.87 x 2.68m (19'3" x 8'9" ) -

Lounge - 6.33 x 6.23m (20'9" x 20'5") -

Study - 3.98 x 3.23m (13'0" x 10'7" ) -

Breakfast Kitchen - 4.54 x 4.4m (14'10" x 14'5" ) -

Sitting Room - 4.45 x 2.9m (14'7" x 9'6") -

Dining Room - 6.84 x 2.85m (22'5" x 9'4" ) -

Open Plan Kitchen/Playroom/Office - 5.43 x 5.0m (17'9" x 16'4" ) -

En Suite - 2.68 x 2.56m (8'9" x 8'4" ) -

Master Bedroom - 6.3 x 4.1m (20'8" x 13'5" ) -

En Suite Bathroom - 3.27 x 2.45m (10'8" x 8'0" ) -

Walk In Wardrobe - 2.42 x 1.73m (7'11" x 5'8" ) -

Bedroom Two - 5.67 x 2.87m (18'7" x 9'4" ) -

Bedroom Three - 3.88 x 3.35m (12'8" x 10'11" ) -

Bedroom Four - 3.9 x 2.6m (12'9" x 8'6" ) -

Family Bathroom - 2.9 x 2.5m (9'6" x 8'2" ) -

Single Garage - 5.3 x 3.3m (17'4" x 10'9" ) -