# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (WS15 3BP) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | SWISS COTTAGE, MARKET PLACE, RUGELEY, ABBOTS BROMLEY, STAFFORDSHIRE WS15 3BP | | Price | £675,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | E | | Last sold | £385,000 Apr 2015 | ## Description Swiss Cottage, Market Place, Abbots Bromley Set opposite the historic Butter Cross at the heart of Abbots Bromley, Swiss Cottage is a home that carries the spirit of the village in its beams and brickwork. It combines the atmosphere of a period property with a layout that feels instantly comfortable and adaptable to modern life. The approach is through a handmade oak door, leading into interiors that balance character and practicality. A welcoming lounge and snug provide spaces for both gathering and retreat, while the dining kitchen is the heart of the home, designed for everyday living as well as entertaining. A utility and cloakroom add convenience on the ground floor, with a return staircase rising from the hallway to a split first-floor landing. Here, three bedrooms include a principal suite with its own bathroom, complemented by a family bathroom that serves the additional rooms. The rear garden is one of the great joys of Swiss Cottage. Fully enclosed and private, it has been nurtured into a space that feels both practical and enchanting. A shaped lawn is framed by established borders that provide colour and interest through the seasons, while paved pathways lead to quiet corners for sitting out. An arbour creates a natural focal point and a paved terrace is ideal for outdoor dining. The greenhouse and powered shed, both included in the sale, extend the garden's appeal for those who love to grow and create. Every part of the garden reflects years of care and attention, offering a sanctuary in the very centre of the village. A gated driveway provides parking for up to four vehicles and leads to a detached garage and workshop with electric roller door, power, lighting and loft storage accessed by ladder. The vendors speak with real affection about their time here. They were drawn to the history of the cottage and took on the project of bringing it back to life. Having grown up in Abbots Bromley, the connection to the village was natural. They love the original features, the beams and the fireplace, and the way the house feels lived in and cared for. For them, it has been a comfortable layout in the middle of the village where you instantly feel part of the community. Now, they are ready to hand it on for the next owner to enjoy in the same way. Life in Abbots Bromley brings the best of village living. Timber-framed houses and historic landmarks give it a unique charm, while everyday needs are met by local shops, cafés and pubs. The village is well known for its annual Horn Dance, a tradition that stretches back centuries, and for its strong sense of community that makes new arrivals feel welcome. There is a wide choice of leisure and sporting opportunities. The cricket club has recently invested in a new all-weather training court, football teams thrive at both junior and senior levels, and tennis courts sit within walking distance. Just outside the village lies Blithfield Reservoir, with its sailing club, birdwatching and panoramic walks. Families are supported by Richard Clarke First School in the village, a well-regarded setting for younger children, with progression through to middle and secondary education at the highly regarded John Taylor schools in Barton under Needwood or Thomas Alleyne's in Uttoxeter For those balancing village life with wider connections, the location is well placed. Rugeley, Lichfield and Stafford are within easy reach, while the A50, A38 and M6 provide swift links across the region. Rail services from Lichfield connect directly to Birmingham and London, and both Birmingham and East Midlands airports are accessible for international travel. Swiss Cottage is more than a house in a historic village. It is a home where history and comfort meet, where every beam has a story, and where community is part of daily life. It is a place that has been lived in and loved, ready now for its next chapter. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81592) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81593) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81594) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81595) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81596) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81597) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81598) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81599) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81600) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81601) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81602) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81603) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81604) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81605) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81606) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81607) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81608) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81609) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81610) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81611) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81612) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81613) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81614) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81615) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81616) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81617) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81618) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81619) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81620) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81621) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81622) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81623) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81624) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81625) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81626) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81627) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81628) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81629) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/81630) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/111388) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/111389) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/168981152/111390) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/168981152/81631) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/168981152/81632) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | SWISS COTTAGE MARKET PLACE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3BP | £385,000 | 16/04/2015 | Detached | | SWISS COTTAGE MARKET PLACE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3BP | £315,000 | 29/01/2015 | Detached | | SWISS COTTAGE MARKET PLACE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3BP | £380,000 | 13/05/2005 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 12 ST NICHOLAS WAY, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3EB | £390,000 | 31/05/2023 | Detached | | 2 IVY CLOSE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3FB | £535,000 | 31/05/2023 | Detached | | NEW COTTAGE GOOSE LANE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3DF | £397,500 | 09/02/2023 | Detached | | 12 ST NICHOLAS WAY, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3EB | £395,000 | 27/01/2023 | Detached | | 6A FRIARY AVENUE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3ED | £500,000 | 09/12/2022 | Detached | | 5 OLD DOLPHIN LANE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3BQ | £590,000 | 29/11/2022 | Detached | | 24 PAGET RISE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3EF | £450,000 | 03/11/2022 | Detached | | COLLEGE FARM LICHFIELD ROAD, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3DH | £600,000 | 12/08/2022 | Detached | | 8 FRIARY AVENUE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3ED | £454,250 | 27/07/2022 | Detached | | 2 CHURCH LANE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3DD | £180,000 | 19/05/2022 | Detached | | KINGSLEY BAGOT STREET, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3DB | £512,000 | 22/02/2022 | Detached | | 30 PAGET RISE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3EF | £445,025 | 17/01/2022 | Detached | | 5 IVY CLOSE, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3FB | £601,000 | 26/11/2021 | Detached | | NORMAN VILLA HIGH STREET, ABBOTS BROMLEY, RUGELEY, EAST STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS15 3BN | £1,150,000 | 24/06/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £514,270 (14 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £541,891 (32 Detached, WS15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +24.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (East Staffordshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £752/mo - **Realistic:** £836/mo - **Optimistic:** £920/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Mid Staffs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £738/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.12% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £104,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £83,600 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 61.5% - **10y growth:** 123.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for East Staffordshire; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4.5% - **5y growth (index):** 25.7% - **10y growth (index):** 56.3% ## 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)