Meerbrook, Leek, Staffordshire

Situated in the rolling Staffordshire countryside, Gunside Barn is a set within a substantial open countryside plot in the picturesque village of Meerbrook.


Converted by the current owners in 1997, Gunside Barn is a highly individual barn that has been lovingly renovated to provide impressive accommodation with wonderful character and charm.

Ground floor
Accessed from the courtyard, the ground floor of Gunside Barn offers a wonderful living space full of traditional features. Situated off the entrance hall, with its fired earth African multicolour slate floor, is a large bedroom with two stable doors leading on to the front of the property and an en suite shower room. There is also a separate WC.

To the right of the entrance hall is the heart of the house. A large characterful lounge is warmed by a log burner set within an impressive brick inglenook fireplace with beam mantle. The lounge and dining area bi fold doors leads to Sun room. Both have traditional oak flooring.

Double doors lead through to a stone-built orangery, which offers wonderful views over the countryside. Bi-fold doors lead onto the garden and meadow.

A step up from the dining area leads to the large country kitchen with exposed stone and brickwork, oak beams and supporting pillars, and fired earth terracotta floor. There is plenty of antique pine storage units on offer within the wall and base units and central island. A separate utility room provides space for appliances and further storage.

Underfloor heating provides warmth throughout the property, served by a ground source heat pump.

First floor
Stairs from lounge area upto first floor and master bedroom to the right en suite with Jacuzzi bath and separate shower.

The first floor is accessed from a second set of stairs in the hallway or the kitchen via an open-tread wooden staircase that leads to a mezzanine area situated underneath the beamed, vaulted ceiling. Overlooking the open plan living space below, the mezzanine is currently used as a tranquil reading and office space.

Off the mezzanine is a long landing that leads to three large double bedrooms and two bathrooms (one en suite). As with the downstairs, there is a plethora of traditional features including beams and handcrafted wooden doors with black ironmongery.

Gardens and grounds
• Accessed via a long, private, shared driveway bordered by rolling countryside and dry-stone walls.
• Cobbled and paved frontage, providing ample parking. Ohme electric vehicle charging point.
• Pedestrian gate to the enclosed front courtyard.
• Wonderful rear garden comprising small area laid to lawn with border planting, plus a large, paved patio ideal for entertaining and enjoying the uninterrupted views across the countryside.
• A two-acre plot including the adjoining meadow.
• Workshop providing ample storage for garden maintenance and DIY equipment.
• Access to the rear meadow via the side of the property.
• Septic tank drainage, meeting year 2000 building regulations.

Situation
Gunside Barn is located in Meerbrook, a small rural village four miles north of the town of Leek in Staffordshire. On the borders of Cheshire and Derbyshire and on the edge of the Peak District National Park, the surrounding countryside is a designated area of outstanding national beauty, with The Roaches – an historical outcrop of Millstone Grit – and Tittesworth Reservoir just two of the attractions located below Gunside Barn. There is no doubt that this is a spectacular location for countryside enthusiasts to live and enjoy a variety of outdoor recreational activities within this picturesque countryside.

There is a large village hall and a pub in Meerbrook, providing a social hub for local residents. Local amenities can be found in nearby Leek town centre, an historic market town that offers a mix of traditional independent shops, restaurants and bars, plus specialist producers and supermarkets.

On the educational front, there are ten state primary schools and four state secondary schools within a five-mile drive of the property.

Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Private water, propane gas, under floor heating and septic tank. The property also has hot water solar panels and an EV charger. None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around 60 Mbps, however please note that results will vary depending on the time a speed test is carried out. The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 8 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 18/03/2025). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage outdoors (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 18/03/2025). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

Local Authority
Staffordshire Moorlands District Council

Council Tax Band: G

Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – ST13 8SH

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