# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (ST15 8QX) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | PARK LODGE, UTTOXETER ROAD, STONE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST15 8QX | | Price | £695,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | F | | Last sold | £535,000 May 2018 | ## Description “Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all?”—why, Park Lodge, of course. Set proudly on a generous 0.23-acre corner plot on the edge of the sought-after Aston Lodge estate, this executive four-bedroom detached home has been beautifully upgraded to offer sleek, open-plan and versatile living spaces that adapt effortlessly to your lifestyle. A home where modern elegance and everyday comfort truly reflect something special. Step inside to a spacious porch that provides the perfect spot for kicking off your coats and shoes before entering. The bright entrance hall guides you into every corner of this home, starting with the stunning open-plan space with a bright bay window, glazed French doors and central tunnel multi-fuel burner with doors opening into both sides of the living room. The open-plan kitchen/living/dining space is the perfect place for entertaining friends and family for all occasions. The kitchen offers sleek cabinetry, integrated appliances including a dishwasher, fridge/freezer, oven, and wine cooler, plus a breakfast bar that leads to a further living/dining space with a bright sky lantern. The utility room offers additional storage space, an integrated fridge and washer/dryer, plus access into the W/C. Downstairs also boasts a versatile family room, a large studio with adjoining storage rooms that have potential to be en suites and a fifth double bedroom (STNPP). Continue upstairs with a stunning glass balustrade, where you’ll find an expansive master bedroom with its own study space and fitted wardrobes; a further dressing room with fitted wardrobes; and its very own en suite bathroom with a bath, walk-in rainfall shower, his-and-her vanity sinks, and a W/C. Three further double bedrooms await with a stunning family bathroom with his-and-her vanity sinks, a bath and a further walk-in rainfall shower. Outside is a treat to be enjoyed with a stunning landscaped rear garden with a wraparound block-paved patio seating space that continues onto a further patio with a fitted pergola, plus beautifully maintained grass lawns, decorative slate, lush shrubberies and flower beds. Convenient side access guides you to a low-maintenance frontage with a block-paved driveway with ample off-road parking, offering space for at least 2 cars with space to turn around too. You will also find an upgraded double garage with a further workshop space to the rear. The property also benefits from a lot of 16 fully fitted solar panels with two batteries, and an EV charger. **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 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. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663229) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663230) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663231) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663232) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663233) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663234) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663236) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663238) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663240) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663242) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663244) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663246) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663248) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663251) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663252) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663254) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663256) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663258) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663260) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663262) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663264) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663266) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663268) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663270) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663272) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663274) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663275) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663278) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663280) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663283) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663286) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663287) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663289) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663291) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663293) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663295) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663298) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663300) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89506950/663303) ## Floorplans - ![All](/listings/photos/89506950/663305) - All - ![Site Plan](/listings/photos/89506950/663307) - Site Plan ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | PARK LODGE UTTOXETER ROAD, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8QX | £535,000 | 22/05/2018 | Detached | | PARK LODGE UTTOXETER ROAD, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8QX | £290,000 | 12/02/2014 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 1 LYNDHURST GROVE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8TP | £420,000 | 12/12/2025 | Detached | | 22 LYNDHURST GROVE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8TP | £330,000 | 09/12/2025 | Detached | | 2 OAKLEIGH COURT, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8LA | £515,000 | 22/08/2024 | Detached | | 5 LYNDHURST GROVE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8TP | £377,500 | 22/11/2023 | Detached | | 1 GEORGE LANE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SA | £570,000 | 04/11/2022 | Detached | | 21 HARROW PLACE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8ST | £382,000 | 04/11/2022 | Detached | | 4 GEORGE LANE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SA | £375,000 | 16/08/2022 | Detached | | 4 BLACKIES LANE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8QY | £290,000 | 09/08/2022 | Detached | | 10 TAVERNERS DRIVE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8QF | £250,000 | 01/04/2022 | Detached | | 20 SHERIDAN WAY, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8XG | £375,000 | 25/02/2022 | Detached | | LIA FAIL UTTOXETER ROAD, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8RZ | £535,000 | 28/10/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 23 UTTOXETER ROAD, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8QX | £226,500 | 26/08/2021 | Terraced | | 4 JOHNSON GROVE, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8SS | £340,000 | 29/06/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £226,500 (1 sale) **Area average:** £396,625 (12 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £409,613 (32 Detached, ST15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +69.7% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Stafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £799/mo - **Realistic:** £888/mo - **Optimistic:** £977/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Staffordshire North (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £798/mo ## Rental Comparables *Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.* | Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on | |------|------|------|------|------| | 4 Bed Detached House, Blundell Drive, ST15 | £1,750/mo | 4 | 0.99 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,750/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.25% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £218,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £175,000 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,750/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 3% - **Cost-to-rent:** 33.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-1,187/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -7.1% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 10.2% - **10y growth:** 26.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Stafford; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.1% - **5y growth (index):** 25.5% - **10y growth (index):** 50.7% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)