# 2 bedroom detached house for sale (ST17 0RA) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Acton Gate, Stafford, ST17, ST17 0RA | | Price | £399,999 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | G | ## Description Can we tell you a secret? But you must promise to whisper it… With warm bones and waiting potential, we present to you a home that’s ready to be reawakened, reshaped, and written into your next chapter. Whispering Winds is a welcoming two-bedroom detached bungalow in Acton Gate where time slows to leave space for something wonderful to begin. Inside, this home boasts a generously sized open-plan kitchen/dining space that currently offers a practical U-shaped kitchen with ample cabinetry, a breakfast bar, and dining space with glazed French doors into the garden and into the living room. The living room is a bright and spacious area that’s perfect for relaxing with friends and family and has direct access to a conservatory with an upgraded warm roof and views of the garden. Off the kitchen you have a long hall which doubles as a utility space and has a W/C. Two generously sized bedrooms await, both with fitted storage spaces. You also have a shower room with a shower, sink, and W/C. Outside, the extensive plot offers a generously sized driveway with ample off-road parking for several vehicles and access into a large double garage. The gardens wrap around this home beautifully and boast a mixture of a grass lawn, low-maintenance patio seating spaces, mature shrubberies and more. **Location** Set amidst the rolling Staffordshire countryside just South of Stafford, Acton Gate is one of the area’s most desirable villages, offering an appealing blend of rural charm, community spirit, and convenient access to major transport links. Located within easy walking distance of Acton Trussell, a picturesque village situated along the Staffordshire & Worcestershire canal and the River Penk, it is renowned for its beautiful countryside views and elegant properties. The village is home to the highly regarded **Moat House Hotel and Restaurant**, a popular destination for fine dining and special occasions, and enjoys a peaceful setting while being only a few minutes’ drive from Stafford town centre and the M6 motorway (Junction 13).** Stafford railway station** provides regular direct services to Birmingham, Manchester, and London The surrounding area offers **a wealth of leisure and lifestyle opportunities**, including country walks, cycling routes, golf clubs, and the nearby Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Well-regarded schools, both state and independent, are easily accessible, making the villages particularly popular with families and professionals alike.  ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651450) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651451) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651452) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651453) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651454) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651455) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651456) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651457) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651458) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651459) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651460) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651461) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651462) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651463) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651464) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651465) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651466) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651468) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651470) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651471) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651473) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651475) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651477) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651479) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651481) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651483) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651485) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651488) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651489) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651491) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651492) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651494) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651496) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651498) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651500) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651502) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651503) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89507127/651505) ## Floorplans - ![All](/listings/photos/89507127/651506) - All - ![Site Plan](/listings/photos/89507127/651509) - Site Plan ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £398,663 (49 Detached, ST17, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +0.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (South Staffordshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £854/mo - **Realistic:** £949/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,044/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Mid Staffs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £623/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.24% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £118,625 - **Target investor price (1%):** £94,900 *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:** 13.8% - **10y growth:** 49.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for South Staffordshire; Detached series; as of June 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4.6% - **5y growth (index):** 23% - **10y growth (index):** 58.2% ## 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)