1 bed flat for sale

Stafford Street, The Moorings Stafford Street ST15

Tenure: Leasehold

Looking for smooth sailing? Then it's time to drop anchor at The Moorings! This fantastic first floor one bedroom apartment, exclusively for the over 55s, is the perfect port of call for downsizers, with level access via the rear ramp, a gate leading straight into town, and all the ease of low maintenance living ready to welcome you aboard.

Step inside and you'll find a welcoming entrance hall ready to steer you through the home. To the left sits a generous living room, where a lovely window perfectly frames the views and fills the space with natural light. The journey continues into the galley style kitchen, fitted with wood grain cabinetry, contrasting work surfaces, an induction hob, built in oven, stainless steel sink and drainer, along with space for additional appliances. Further along is a generously sized double bedroom, complete with fitted wardrobes, offering excellent storage as well as a peaceful place to moor up at the end of the day. Completing the accommodation is a shower room, fitted with a walk in bath having a shower overhead, vanity wash hand basin and WC.

The Moorings itself offers a peaceful, well maintained community where independent living and convenience go hand in hand. Residents can enjoy a welcoming lounge, a reading room and laundry facilities, while the beautifully kept communal gardens back onto the Trent & Mersey Canal, providing the perfect spot to watch the ducks glide by while someone else takes care of the weeding! There's also a guest suite for visiting family and friends, along with ample parking for both residents and guests. Better still, a short, level stroll through the private gate leads straight into Stone town centre, where you'll find a fantastic selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and an M&S Food just across the canal.

Location

Stone is a charming market and canal town situated on the River Trent, between the larger towns of Stafford and Stoke-on-Trent, close to the A34, M6, and mainline train stations, giving easy access to Stafford, Stoke, and beyond.

The town boasts a vibrant high street filled with independent shops, cafés, and restaurants, alongside regular farmers' and craft markets. Stone is also celebrated for its thriving food and drink scene, most notably the annual Stone Food & Drink Festival, which showcases local produce and artisan talent.

For leisure and outdoor pursuits, the nearby Trent and Mersey Canal provides scenic towpaths for walking and cycling, while Westbridge Park and the surrounding countryside offer plenty of green space.

Stone has a 3-tier schooling system with popular first, middle and high schools all within the town, as well as highly regarded independent schools.

With a blend of historic charm, strong community spirit, and convenient access to both rural and urban amenities, Stone offers an attractive place to live, work, and visit in the heart of Staffordshire.

EPC Rating: E

Lease Information

We have been informed by the sellers that the service charge is £287.93, payable per a month. This covers the maintenance, buildings insurance, gardens & car parking. There is also a ground rent of £219.46 which is payable every 6 months.