Shugborough, White Barn Farm, ST17
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
Key Features
- Cosy evenings by the fire with the log burner glowing and beams overhead.
- Morning walks, bike rides or horse rides straight out onto Cannock Chase.
- Space to grow into – three bedrooms, a galleried landing and a nook for home working.
- Summer days in the garden, surrounded by greenery and leafy countryside views.
- A peaceful escape that still keeps you connected, with Stafford and Rugeley close by.
Description
Tucked away within the idyllic grounds of the Shugborough Estate, this Grade II listed barn conversion is more than just a home, it’s a slice of countryside living at its very best. Surrounded by rolling greenery and opening directly onto Cannock Chase, this is a place where you can truly slow down, breathe, and enjoy the beauty of rural life. From the moment you step inside, the charm is undeniable. The entrance hall welcomes you with soaring ceilings and exposed beams, setting the tone for what’s to come. The living room is a cosy haven with a log burner and French doors spilling out to the garden, perfect for long winter evenings or summer gatherings. The dining room is light and airy, with countryside views from both sides, and the kitchen carries that timeless country feel, made for hearty breakfasts and Sunday suppers. Upstairs, the galleried landing creates a sense of openness, leading to a wonderful master bedroom with fitted storage, two further generous bedrooms, and a luxurious bathroom complete with roll-top bath and separate shower. There’s even space for a home office or study nook, making it practical as well as beautiful. Step outside and the dream continues. The garden is peaceful and private, with views stretching across leafy fields and Cannock Chase itself, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty right on your doorstep, offering endless walks, cycling trails, and bridleways. A double carport and brick-built shed add convenience without compromising the charm. Here you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds, a countryside retreat with history and character, yet only a short drive from Stafford, Rugeley, and excellent commuter links.This is more than a house. It’s a a rare chance to own your own piece of rural Staffordshire paradise.
Agent note
Please be aware that this is a Grade II listed leasehold property with an annual ground rent of £260.
A 99yr lease starting October 1996.
Additional costs include:
Sewage charges: £108 per annum (paid via the National Trust)
Building insurance: Approximately £500 per annum (also paid to the National Trust)
The property is decorated in line with National Trust specifications.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-08-08
Leasehold Information
- Annual Ground Rent
- £260
- Length of Lease
- 71 years remaining
Tenure is one layer. The full report checks the location itself: planning activity, flood history and heritage.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Gas Central Heating, Wood Burner
- Broadband
- Ask Agent
- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Private Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Listed Property
- Yes
- Restrictions
- Yes
Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
- Ask Agent
- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
29 Mbps
Standard (10-30 Mbps)
Suitable for
- Web & social
- Music streaming
- Standard video calls
Mobile signal
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Anson CofE Primary School0.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 98
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- St John's Catholic Primary School1.1 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 54
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Colwich CofE Primary School1.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 97
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Berkswich CofE (VC) Primary School2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 214
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Oakridge Primary School2.4 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 216
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- Walton High School2.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,262
- Type
- Academy converter
- The Weston Road Academy2.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 978
- Type
- Academy converter
- The Hart School3.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,157
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Blessed William Howard Catholic School4.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 950
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- King Edward VI High School4.7 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 646
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.
Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Planning map: Flood Zone 1.
Surface water
Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.
These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.
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