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49 ETCHING HILL ROAD

RUGELEY, RUGELEY, STAFFORDSHIRE WS15 2LW

4 beds 3 baths 390 m² Listed 18 Dec 2025 (-174d)

£1,750,000

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Reduced on 3 Feb 2026

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

390 m²

Council tax band

G

Last sold

£700,000 Jul 2008

Local average

£541,891 (+222.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (28,300 of 33,755)

Street crime

51 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Accommodation exceeding 4,000 sq. ft in total
  • Set within a delightful 0.8 acre plot
  • Beautiful, unobstructed countryside views
  • Just two miles from Rugeley Town centre
  • Large open plan kitchen lounge diner
  • Two further ground floor reception rooms
  • Four double bedrooms, two en suite
  • Detached one bedroom, two storey annexe
  • Freehold | EPC Rating: D | Council Tax Band: G

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Broadband
FTTP (fibre to the premises), FTTC (fibre to the cabinet)
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

Westring is a substantial four-bedroom detached family home, occupying a delightful plot of 0.8 acres on the fringes of the highly renowned Cannock Chase national landscape. The property offers exceptional versatility with four well-proportioned reception rooms / areas, four double bedrooms including two en-suites, and a detached two-storey one-bedroom annexe. Positioned behind electric gates and set within generous gardens, the home has been thoughtfully arranged to maximise natural light, the stunning views on offer and a seamless connection to the outdoors. Westring delivers spacious, contemporary accommodation ideally suited to modern family life, set within a private and highly desirable location.

Ground Floor
The front entrance opens into a statement reception hall extending the full depth of the property. Bathed in natural light from its dual aspect and centred around a log burner, this luxurious space sets an immediate sense of quality and elegance for the accommodation to follow.
To the left of the reception hall is a versatile triple-aspect room, currently used as a home office, though equally well suited as a snug or playroom. Also on the left-hand side is the principal sitting room, an impressive space arranged into two distinct zones. The main sitting area benefits from a bay window to the side aspect, a central fireplace with inset log burner and a stone surround and mantel, flanked by alcove display shelving. This room flows seamlessly into the orangery, a beautiful, fully glazed reception room with roof lantern and bi-fold doors opening onto the garden, offering wonderful views out and an abundance of natural light.
To the right of the reception hall is the true heart of the home and a real family / entertaining area; the expansive, open plan kitchen, lounge dining space. The generous kitchen is fitted with a collection of high-gloss base and wall units, complemented by a central island with breakfast bar seating and a comprehensive suite of integrated appliances including two electric ovens, an electric grill, a dishwasher, five-burner gas hob and extractor above. Bi-fold doors open from the kitchen directly onto the garden, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.
The dining area links effortlessly with the kitchen and the adjoining lounge space, which provides a relaxed seating area enjoying fantastic, far reaching countryside views and further bi-fold doors opening to an additional patio area. A utility room sits off the dining area, while a ground floor WC is accessed from the reception hall, completing the ground floor accommodation.

First Floor
Stairs ascend from the reception hall, to a bright, spacious landing and onto the extent of the accommodation at first floor level. The principal bedroom is a particularly impressive suite, spanning the full depth of the property and enjoying superb far-reaching countryside views, particularly towards the north-east. The principal bedroom incorporates a walk-through dressing area, a generous bedroom with two banks of fitted wardrobes, and a large en-suite bathroom. The modern, fully tiled en-suite is fitted with a dual vanity wash basin with backlit LED mirrors, low-level WC, fitted bath with shower attachment, and a sauna.
There are three further generous double bedrooms at first floor level. One is positioned to the rear, one to the front, and one to the side elevation, the latter enjoying a bay window to the side elevation and its own en-suite shower and separate WC.
A contemporary family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms and is fully tiled, featuring a freestanding bath, a large dual sided shower enclosure, wall-mounted WC and vanity wash basin. A separate WC sits adjacent to the family bathroom.

Annex
What was formerly a detached double garage has been cleverly converted to provide high-quality ancillary accommodation. The ground floor comprises an open-plan lounge and dining space, adjoining a contemporary, fully fitted kitchen with breakfast bar seating. The first floor hosts a double bedroom with an adjacent three piece en-suite shower room. The annexe is ideal for guests, extended family, home working or potential income, subject to any necessary consents.

Outside
The property is accessed via electric double gates off Etching Hill Road, leading onto a substantial gravel driveway providing ample off-road parking, in addition to the two bay, oak framed car port. The front boundary is attractively tree-lined, offering excellent privacy from the road, while the front of the property is appealingly framed by areas of lawn and established planting including hydrangeas and box hedging.
The rear garden is private and predominantly laid to lawn, interspersed with several patio seating areas. Two of the patios are positioned directly off the kitchen/diner, another is accessed from the orangery, and a further feature patio sits centrally within the garden, providing an ideal space for outdoor entertaining. The boundaries are well established, with a combination of mature trees, shrubs and evergreens creating a secluded and peaceful setting.

Location
Westring is just 2 miles from the popular market town of Rugeley and 9 miles from Lichfield, yet is nestled within the scenic Staffordshire countryside, sat on the fringe of Cannock Chase, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, renowned as one of England’s most picturesque landscapes - ideal for walking, cycling, and horse riding in a serene setting. Blithfield Reservoir (6 miles) and Chasewater Country Park (8 miles) offer further opportunities for recreational activities.
Families are well served by excellent schooling in the area, with notable, nearby schools to include; St Marys Primary School, Lichfield Cathedral School, Repton School, and Denstone College.
There are excellent transport links, with direct train services to London available from Rugeley (2 miles), Lichfield (9 miles), and Stafford (9 miles). The property is within easy reach of major road networks including the M6, M6 Toll, M42, A50, and A38 — making it an ideal location ideal for commuters.
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Services, Utilities & Property Information
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: G
Local Authority: Staffordshire County Council and Cannock Chase District Council
EPC Rating: D (Valid until 30 November 2035)
Property Construction: Standard
Electricity Supply: Mains
Water Supply: Mains
Drainage & Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Mains Gas
Broadband: FTTC / FTTP Ultrafast Fibre Broadband connection available. We advise you to check with your provider.
Mobile Signal/Coverage: 4G/5G mobile signal is available in the area. We advise you to check with your provider.
Parking: Garage and Driveway

Listed by

Birmingham

Newman Estate Agents

Reference: 170422019

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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Price history

159% since 1998

Event Date Price % change
Sold 31/07/2008 (17 years ago) £700,000 +159.3%
Sold 23/04/1998 (28 years ago) £270,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
3 WEST BUTTS ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LS £640,000 28/11/2025 Detached
21 EAST BUTTS ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LU £630,000 07/11/2025 Detached
7 HENLEY GRANGE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2FE £665,000 13/12/2023 Detached
49 MOUNT ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LR £655,000 04/08/2023 Detached
19 EAST BUTTS ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LU £450,000 10/03/2023 Detached
9 LARKHOLME CLOSE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LP £320,000 09/12/2022 Detached
10 WEST BUTTS ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LS £485,000 24/05/2022 Detached
7 LARKHOLME CLOSE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LP £293,000 25/02/2022 Detached
4 OAKFIELD CLOSE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2FJ £660,000 10/12/2021 Detached
1 HENLEY GRANGE, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2FE £699,995 11/08/2021 Detached
191 CHASELEY ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LN £340,000 08/07/2021 Detached
164 CHASELEY ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LN £370,000 28/06/2021 Detached
166 CHASELEY ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LN £485,000 21/06/2021 Detached
3 WEST BUTTS ROAD, RUGELEY, CANNOCK CHASE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 2LS £490,000 11/06/2021 Detached

Area average: £513,071 (14 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 67.7%
10y growth 110.9%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cannock Chase. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) -0.8%
5y (index) 22.7%
10y (index) 60.3%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Cannock Chase. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £761/mo
Realistic £845/mo
Optimistic £930/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cannock Chase.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Mid Staffs: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Etching Hill Crossroads 0.1 miles
Shop Spar 0.7 miles
Shop Unknown 0.8 miles
Train station Rugeley Town 1.4 miles
Train station Rugeley Trent Valley 1.5 miles
Hospital Cannock Chase Hospital 5.6 miles
University Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site 5.7 miles
Hospital Beacon Park Hospital 5.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 28
Public order 5
Criminal damage and arson 4
Anti-social behaviour 3
Other theft 3
Shoplifting 3
Possession of weapons 2
Bicycle theft 1
Robbery 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 51

Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
The John Bamford Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 30 Nov 2013
Etching Hill CofE Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles Good — 17 Dec 2013
The Hart School Secondary 0.7 miles Good — 27 Apr 2018
Forest Hills Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Requires improvement — 9 Oct 2023
JP Alternative Education Other 0.9 miles Good — 20 Nov 2023

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.05%
Max investor price (0.8%) £105,625
Target investor price (1%) £84,500
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).