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2 bedroom Semi Detached House for sale, Maer Lane, Standon, Staffordshire, ST21
Features and Description
- For Sale by Modern Method of Auction
- Subject to an Undisclosed Reserve Price
- Buyers Fees Apply
- 56-Day Reservation Period
- Mortgage Buyers Considered – Subject to Lending Criteria
- Non-Refundable Reservation Fee Applies
- Two Double Bedrooms
- Generous Lounge with Feature Fireplace
- Separate Dining Room
- Fitted Kitchen
- Family Bathroom
- Fitted Wardrobes to Bedroom One
- Large First-Floor Eaves Storage
- Generous Gardens with Countryside Views
- Off-Road Parking & Brick-Built Outbuildings
This charming two-bedroom cottage offers well-proportioned accommodation arranged over two floors, together with generous gardens, far-reaching countryside views, off-road parking and useful brick-built outbuildings. The ground floor comprises an entrance porch, lounge with feature fireplace, separate dining room, fitted kitchen and bathroom, while the first floor provides two double bedrooms. Bedroom One benefits from fitted wardrobes and the landing has a large eaves storage cupboard, with potential to create additional first-floor accommodation within the roof space, subject to the necessary consents.
Standon is a rural village surrounded by open Staffordshire countryside, with local amenities including All Saints CofE First School and the village church. Further everyday amenities can be found in nearby Eccleshall, including shops, cafés, public houses, restaurants and other local services. All Saints CofE First School is within the village and was rated Good at its latest Ofsted inspection in March 2025.
The property is well placed for access to the surrounding towns and road network, with Eccleshall, Stafford and Stone all within convenient driving distance. Railway services are available from Stafford and Stone, providing connections towards Birmingham, Manchester and other major destinations. Schooling in the wider area includes primary and secondary options in Eccleshall, Stafford and surrounding villages, with Bishop Lonsdale CofE Primary Academy in Eccleshall also rated Good at its latest Ofsted inspection in December 2024.
EPC RATING | E
COUNCIL TAX BAND | B
Entrance Porch
5'10" x 4'1" (1.79m x 1.25m)
The entrance porch provides access to the property, with doors leading directly into both the lounge and kitchen. An under-stairs storage cupboard provides useful additional storage.
Kitchen
2.76m x 2.75m + 1.94m x 1.5m
The kitchen is fitted with a range of matching wall and base units, providing useful storage and worktop space. A stainless-steel sink and drainer are positioned beneath the window, which overlooks the side garden and driveway. The cooking area is positioned to the opposite side, with tiled splashbacks completing the kitchen. An archway leads through to the dining room, while doors provide access to the entrance porch and bathroom, with a further external door also serving the kitchen.
Dining Room
9'0" x 8'8" (2.75m x 2.63m)
separate dining room positioned off the kitchen, providing a dedicated space for dining. The room has a window overlooking the rear courtyard area, with views towards the outbuildings beyond. An open archway connects the dining room with the kitchen, creating a practical flow between the two spaces.
Bathroom
6'9" x 6'4" (2.07m x 1.94m)
The bathroom is fitted with a white suite comprising a panelled bath with shower over, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. The walls are fully tiled, with a decorative border providing a contrasting detail. A wall-mounted mirrored cabinet and extractor fan complete the room.
Lounge
15'9" x 9'10" (4.81m x 2.99m)
A well-proportioned lounge forming the principal reception room, with ample space for a range of furniture arrangements. A feature fireplace provides a focal point, while the front-facing window allows natural light into the room. The room retains character through its painted timber cottage-style doors, complete with traditional black iron strap hinges and latches. The lounge also provides access to the entrance porch and the staircase rising to the first floor.
Landing
5'7" x 7'5" (1.70m x 2.27m)
The first-floor landing provides access to both bedrooms and benefits from a large eaves storage cupboard, offering useful additional storage. The landing also presents potential to create further first-floor accommodation within the roof space, subject to the necessary planning permissions, building regulations and consents.
Bedroom 1
14'11" x 9'5" (4.55m x 2.87m)
A generous double bedroom with fitted wardrobes providing useful built-in storage. A front-facing window allows plenty of natural light into the room, while the generous proportions offer ample space for a range of bedroom furniture.
Bedroom 2
10'8" x 7'5" (3.24m x 2.27m)
A well-proportioned second bedroom with a rear-facing window offering views across the surrounding countryside. The room benefits from a useful built-in storage cupboard and provides ample space for bedroom furniture.
Outbuildings
outbuilding has 2 storage rooms, left is larger than right with loft space, power and lighting, potential to convert or renovate subject to planning or even connect to house to provide further ground-floor space.
Front Garden
The front garden is enclosed by low brick walling and established hedging, with a lawned area and wrought iron gates providing access from the roadside.
Side Garden
A generous side garden, predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by established hedging and fencing. The garden features a number of mature trees and established planting, with views across the surrounding countryside.
Parking
The property benefits from off-road parking, with a gravelled driveway providing parking alongside the house and access towards the rear garden and outbuildings. The parking area is accessed via wrought iron gates from the roadside.
Rear Garden
The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and enjoys far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. The garden features a number of established trees and mature planting, including a large mature tree and several fruit trees. A gravelled area provides access to the brick-built outbuilding, while timber fencing, hedging and low trellis-style fencing provide a good degree of enclosure.
AUCTIONEER COMMENTS
This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period"). Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold).If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Any payment that will be received by the Agent or Auctioneer will be confirmed to you in writing before services are taken. Services are optional.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
Maer Lane, Standon, Staffordshire, ST21
Additional Information
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Property refECC260142
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EPCE
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TenureFreehold
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Council TaxB
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Local authorityStafford Borough Council
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The kitchen is fitted with a range of matching wall and base units, providing useful storage and worktop space. A stainless-steel sink and drainer are positioned beneath the window, which overlooks the side garden and driveway. The cooking area is positioned to the opposite side, with tiled splashbacks completing the kitchen. An archway leads through to the dining room, while doors provide access to the entrance porch and bathroom, with a further external door also serving the kitchen.
separate dining room positioned off the kitchen, providing a dedicated space for dining. The room has a window overlooking the rear courtyard area, with views towards the outbuildings beyond. An open archway connects the dining room with the kitchen, creating a practical flow between the two spaces.
The bathroom is fitted with a white suite comprising a panelled bath with shower over, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. The walls are fully tiled, with a decorative border providing a contrasting detail. A wall-mounted mirrored cabinet and extractor fan complete the room.
A well-proportioned lounge forming the principal reception room, with ample space for a range of furniture arrangements. A feature fireplace provides a focal point, while the front-facing window allows natural light into the room. The room retains character through its painted timber cottage-style doors, complete with traditional black iron strap hinges and latches. The lounge also provides access to the entrance porch and the staircase rising to the first floor.
A generous double bedroom with fitted wardrobes providing useful built-in storage. A front-facing window allows plenty of natural light into the room, while the generous proportions offer ample space for a range of bedroom furniture.
A well-proportioned second bedroom with a rear-facing window offering views across the surrounding countryside. The room benefits from a useful built-in storage cupboard and provides ample space for bedroom furniture.
outbuilding has 2 storage rooms, left is larger than right with loft space, power and lighting, potential to convert or renovate subject to planning or even connect to house to provide further ground-floor space.
A generous side garden, predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by established hedging and fencing. The garden features a number of mature trees and established planting, with views across the surrounding countryside.
The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and enjoys far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. The garden features a number of established trees and mature planting, including a large mature tree and several fruit trees. A gravelled area provides access to the brick-built outbuilding, while timber fencing, hedging and low trellis-style fencing provide a good degree of enclosure.
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