- Stunning Five Bedroom Barn Conversion
- Set Within An Expansive Plot Of Approximately 1.25 Acres
- Full Of Character Features Throughout
- Ample Off Road Parking & Double Garage
- Highly Desirable Village Location
- Rare Private Fishing Rights For The River Penk, Which Flows Through The Grounds Of The Property
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Step into your very own storybook setting at The Gate House, where enchanting interiors and idyllic riverside grounds create a truly dreamlike historic home! Nestled within approximately 1.25 acres of beautifully maintained grounds in the highly sought-after village of Acton Trussell, The Gate House, Mill Lane is an exceptional five-bedroom barn conversion brimming with charm, character, and timeless period appeal. Surrounded by picturesque countryside yet superbly positioned for modern convenience, the property enjoys easy access to the M6 at Junction 13, making it ideal for commuters, whilst the market towns of Stafford and Penkridge are both just a short drive away. The village is also home to the renowned The Moat House, well known for its dining and social atmosphere.
This remarkable home offers an abundance of traditional character throughout, with many rooms showcasing rich Tudor-inspired styling, exposed beams, oak detailing, and an inviting warmth rarely found in modern homes. The accommodation is both extensive and versatile, perfectly suited to family living.
An entrance vestibule opens into a striking reception hallway featuring dark oak wall panelling, exposed ceiling timbers, and elegant parquet flooring, immediately setting the tone for the home’s distinctive personality. Stairs rise to a first-floor landing/sitting room with feature lunette serving a generous double bedroom and bathroom.
The ground floor accommodation is wonderfully spacious and thoughtfully arranged, beginning with a useful guest WC. The impressive living room enjoys a log burner and a charming walk-in bay window complete with built-in seating, creating a perfect space to relax and unwind. There is also a formal dining room and a superb farmhouse-style kitchen with high vaulted ceilings, exposed king beam and plenty of character, complemented by an expansive pantry room and a practical utility/boot room. A separate sitting room provides further flexible living space.
The property benefits from a generously sized main bedroom suite situated on the ground floor. This features a vaulted ceiling with exposed queen beam and is accompanied by its own ensuite bathroom. A large sunroom is located at the rear of the property, offering delightful views over the extensive rear gardens and grounds beyond. A further double bedroom is currently utilised as a home office/study, while another double bedroom sits adjacent to a downstairs shower room. An inner hallway leads to a separate staircase rising to an additional first-floor landing, where a further double bedroom with vaulted ceiling, original features and large lunette window can be found. A modern bathroom is provided off the landing with loft and storage spaces, making this section ideal for guests or multi-generational living.
Externally, The Gate House continues to impress. The substantial plot offers two excellent-sized gardens, extensive off-road parking to both the front and side elevations, and a double garage. One of the property’s most unique and idyllic features is the additional parcel of land extending to the front of the home where the River Penk gently flows through the grounds. The property even benefits from fishing rights and an abundance of wildlife creating a truly special countryside setting rarely available with homes of this nature.
Combining outstanding character, generous accommodation, beautiful grounds, and a highly desirable village location, The Gate House is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly individual home in one of Staffordshire’s most attractive settings.
Important Information
- This is a Freehold property.
- This Council Tax band for this property is: F
- EPC Rating is C
Property Ref: 24dfb5c5-e641-42c3-b700-7c69b0323b8d
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