About this property
Nightingale House is a welcoming semi-detached holiday home set in the historic town of Stafford, offering a relaxed and comfortable base for families or friends keen to explore this well-connected corner of Staffordshire. Walking distance to Stafford town centre and Stafford train centre. Excellent road connections to the M6 and M6 Toll, the home provides easy access to Birmingham and Manchester. It is also a short drive from Cannock, Stoke and Alton. Pet-friendly and thoughtfully laid out, it suits both laid-back breaks and days filled with sightseeing, walking and eating out. Step inside and you’ll find a bright kitchen and sitting area that naturally becomes the heart of the home. It’s well equipped for preparing everything from quick breakfasts to proper evening meals, before settling down by the electric fire to unwind after a busy day. A separate dining room provides space to gather, linger over supper and plan where to head next. Upstairs, three inviting bedrooms offer flexible sleeping arrangements, including a super-king-size room that can be arranged as twins if needed, alongside two comfortable doubles. A smart shower room serves the bedrooms, while a handy cloakroom downstairs adds extra practicality. Outside, the enclosed garden offers a pleasant mix of patio and lawn, ideal for relaxed mornings with a coffee or quieter evenings outdoors. It’s also a great space for dogs to stretch their legs safely. To the rear of the property you are surrounded by mature trees ideal for walking your dog. Off-road parking makes arriving and coming and going refreshingly easy. From the doorstep, Stafford’s shops, cafés and traditional pubs are all within walking distance, making it simple to enjoy the town without needing the car. Don’t forget your swimwear, as Stafford Leisure Centre is in walking distance from the property and for the more adventurous you can go open water swimming or skiing at Chase Water Country Park or visit Waterworld at Stoke on Trent for a fun day out.
Only 3 miles from the property is Weston Hall a grade II listed building surrounded by 20 acres of breath-taking scenery which hosts weddings and lovely afternoon teas. The restaurant is situated in the cellar and provides fine dining, or you can just pop in for a light lunch.
Less than two miles from the house is The Staffordshire County Showground which includes Bingley Hall and hosts International and National events throughout the year. The well-known annual County Show the end of May and Antiques Fair in November to name but a few. Shugborough Estate has sweeping parkland, ancient woodland and a landscape peppered with unique follies and monuments. A book shop, plant shop and two tea rooms, one welcoming dogs and providing dog ice cream and dog sausages for your fury companions.
A short drive opens up Cannock Chase an area of outstanding natural beauty, well known for its woodland trails, cycling routes and wildlife.
For those looking to shop or dine out, the McArthur Glen Designer Outlet West Midlands is just minutes away, offering over 65 premium brands, restaurants and coffee shops. Nearby attractions are.
Go Ape – Zip wire.
Wickes Hot Air Balloon Rides.
Canalside Farm Shop.
Narrowboat trips.
Trentham Monkey Forest.
Trentham Gardens.
Waterworld at Stoke on Trent.
Alton Towers – Uk’s biggest rides park.
Nightingale House is a traditional, comfy and relaxed home-from-home, offering convenience, space and a great location for discovering Staffordshire at your own pace.
Stafford is a historic market town in the heart of Staffordshire, offering a relaxed mix of heritage, green space and everyday convenience. A visit often starts at Stafford Castle, perched on a hill above the town with wide views across the countryside, or at the Ancient High House, one of the largest timber-framed town houses in England. Victoria Park provides a pleasant spot for a stroll beside the River Sow, while the town centre blends familiar high-street names with independent shops and cafés. For essentials, visitors are well covered with supermarkets such as Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Aldi all close at hand. Beyond the town, the wider area is well worth exploring. Cannock Chase is nearby for woodland walks and cycling, Shugborough Estate offers grand gardens and riverside walks, and the cathedral city of Lichfield makes an easy day out. Stone and its canal-side pubs are also close by.
EPC Rating: Band CAccommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 2 x double.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Downstairs cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open plan Kitchen/sitting room with electric fire.
Dining room with extendable table to seat 6 / games room
Gas central heating and combi boiler.
Electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher and freezer.
WiFi, Smart TV.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking available.
Enclosed garden with patio and lawned area.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.1 mile