Location

Tinkerborough House enjoys a superb rural position in Staffordshire, tucked away at the end of a private drive yet within easy reach of local towns. Stafford lies approximately 3 miles away, reached via local routes linking Weston Bank to the town and its wide range of shops, cafés and essential amenities; Stafford Station also provides extensive services and modern facilities. The attractive market town of Stone is around 7 miles from the house via the A51 and B5027, offering further independent shops and its own train station. To the south, Rugeley is approximately 8 miles away via the A51, providing additional amenities and two railway stations with wider regional connections.

The surrounding area offers excellent leisure opportunities, including the historic Shugborough Estate at Milford, a National Trust property known for its landscaped parkland, formal gardens, walking routes and rich heritage. Public transport links also connect Stafford with nearby villages and towns, ensuring convenient access across the region.

For families, the area benefits from strong schooling options in the independent sector. Both Denstone College and Stafford Grammar School are easily accessible, with a dedicated school bus stopping close to the house for added convenience.

Staffordshire is home to a fine selection of golf courses within easy reach of the property. Brocton Hall Golf Club, located approximately 3.3 miles from Stafford, offers a historic 18?hole parkland course designed by Harry Vardon. Ingestre Park Golf Club, about 3.8 miles from Stafford, provides another highly regarded 18?hole course suitable for players of all abilities. Additional nearby courses include Stafford Castle Golf Club, just 0.7 miles from Stafford, and Stone Golf Club, around 7 miles from Stafford.

The property sits under a mile to the A518, which passes directly through Weston Bank and serves as the main local route towards Stafford and Uttoxeter. The A51 is also conveniently accessible, running just beyond the village and providing a connection north towards Stone and south towards Rugeley.
For wider regional and national travel, the M6 motorway is reached via the local A?road network. From Weston Bank (ST18 0BA), the nearest motorway access points are typically the M6 at Stafford or at Junction 13. Weston Bank lies about 3 miles from Stafford, making access to the motorway straightforward via the A518.

The property's location close to these primary routes ensures efficient travel to major Midlands destinations, business centres, and wider motorway networks, while still enjoying the tranquillity of its rural setting.

Description

Tinkerborough House is an elegant and beautifully updated country home situated on Weston Bank, in a wonderfully private setting at the end of its own drive. Enjoying far reaching countryside views, the property lies within approximately three miles of both Stafford and Rugeley, and just 1.3 miles from Stafford Showground, offering an ideal blend of tranquillity and accessibility. The house originally formed part of a working farm once belonging to the Earl of Shrewsbury's Estate, with Tinkerborough House serving as the original farmhouse. Over time, it has been thoughtfully extended and enhanced, with the current owners undertaking extensive improvements since purchasing in 2002, including underfloor heating throughout the ground floor.

The front door opens into a generous and welcoming entrance hall, where the original external wall remains exposed, adding wonderful character. Tiled flooring flows seamlessly from the hallway into the kitchen and dining room, creating a cohesive and practical layout. The kitchen is well appointed with a range of fitted oak units, granite worktops, built in shelving, and a central island offering additional storage. An Alpha oilfired range provides both cooking and heating, complemented by integrated appliances including a fridge and dishwasher. A door opens directly to the patio and side gardens, allowing for easy outdoor dining and entertaining.

To the left of the entrance hall lies an elegant sitting room featuring a Hixon stone fireplace with hearth and an electric woodburner effect fire. Oak flooring enhances the warmth of the space, while French doors lead onto the gardens and frame charming views. A beautiful corner cupboard, included in the sale, provides an attractive focal point. Throughout much of the house, fine oak internal doors contribute to the high-quality finish. There is also a cosy snug with exposed beams and a woodburning stove, creating a relaxing retreat with views across the gardens.

The ground floor further includes a well designed wet room with walk in shower, as well as a separate utility and boot room equipped with fitted cupboards, sink, a water softener and space for laundry appliances. A door from the utility leads outside to a covered porch and log store, adding to the home's practical conveniences.

A solid oak staircase rises to the first floor landing, where the principal bedroom suite enjoys excellent proportions. The dressing area offers extensive fitted wardrobes and shelving, while the ensuite bathroom includes a separate bath and shower, a heated towel rail, and a spacious vanity unit. The large walk in airing cupboard provides plentiful shelving and storage for laundry. The family bathroom is equally generous, with a bath and overhead shower and a heated towel rail. Bedroom two is a comfortable double room overlooking the side gardens and stables, featuring an exposed brick chimney that adds lovely character. Bedroom three is also a double room with exposed timbers and similar garden views. Bedroom four is a small double presently used as a hobby room.

Outside, Tinkerborough House is approached by its own private drive, over which the neighbouring Barn House has a right of way. The property stands within approximately 3.52 acres of formal gardens and paddock land, making it ideally suited for those seeking space, privacy, or equestrian facilities. There is a double garage with workbench, together with a dog kennel. Within a fenced enclosure lie three timber stables with electricity, benefiting from gated access directly into the paddocks.

The gardens are beautifully established, featuring deep and well planted borders, rose beds, birch and oak trees, and a charming wisteria climbing the side of the house. Steps rise from the drive to the front door, and the grounds offer numerous spots to enjoy the surrounding landscape including the semi-circular patio with lavender edging. The driveway continues past the house to a parking area at the side and rear. A footpath leads down the drive and runs alongside the paddock behind the house, offering plentiful walks from the doorstep. Beech hedging forms the boundary at the rear of the garden, together with post and rail fencing that separates the formal garden from the paddock land.

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