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Floorplan
Map3 bedroom country house
Country house
3 beds
1 bath
1457
EPC rating: F
Key information
Features and description
- Desirable detached house
- Generous reception rooms
- Scope to extend (STPP)
- Outbuildings & Paddocks
- In all nearly 1 acre
- Additional land/building to rent
A most desirable and interesting detached country house with scope to extend (STPP) together with gardens, versatile range of outbuildings including stabling and amenities paddocks in a stunning unspoilt rural location facing Wenlock Edge. IN ALL NEARLY 1 ACRE.
Additional land and buildings may be available to rent.
Directions - From Shrewsbury take the A458 Bridgnorth road to Much Wenlock and just before entering the town turn right along the B4371 road signed Church Stretton. Follow this road for about 6 miles to Longville. Turn right signed Plaish, follow this lane to a set of crossroads, then turn right signed Church Preen School. Follow this lane for about 0.3 mile and the entrance driveway will be seen on the left hand side.
Situation - The property is situated in a picturesque location, set well back off a country lane with extensive farmland views, including a wonderful aspect towards Wenlock Edge to the front. The immediate countryside offers delightful walks and riding out opportunities along the network of lanes. A full range of amenities can be found in the popular market towns of Much Wenlock and Church Stretton, whilst more comprehensive amenities can be found in either Telford or Shrewsbury.
Description - The Larches offers a rare opportunity in the market to acquire an individual and appealing detached country property, which will particularly appeal to those seeking outbuildings and land for a range of purposes. The house enjoys a traditional layout, whilst being well proportioned, including two generous size reception rooms and three double bedrooms. There may also be scope to extend (subject to planning consent and further investigation), which will no doubt enhance the living accommodation.
Outside, the property is set off a delightful long driveway with a lovely parking courtyard and ample space for a number of vehicles. Set around are a versatile range of outbuildings, currently used for storage and equestrian use, however, they could with adaption offer scope for workshops, offices or leisure use (stpp). One of the current main outbuildings is divided into a stable barn with a central work area. There is in addition a former open Shippon, which would make an excellent workshop, with rear storage and potential for kennels adjacent.
The Land is divided into two amenity grazing paddocks at the front and rear. THE WHOLE EXTENDS TO APPROXIMATELY 0.98 ACRE.
Additional Building & Land To Rent - The current vendors own the adjacent portal frame agricultural building and a separate grazing field extending to 5.01 acres which may be available to rent by agreement.
Accommodation - Entrance hall.
Sitting Room - With feature period decorative cast iron fireplace and tiled hearth. Window aspect to the front with views towards Wenlock Edge.
Living/Dining Room - With brick fireplace having inset enclosed fire grate with quarry tiled hearth. Triple window aspect with wonderful views.
Breakfast Kitchen - With tiled floor. Generous black granite work surfaces with mainly tiled splash and built in Belfast sink with chrome mixer tap. Attractive range of solid wood (oak/pine) base and eye level units including cupboards and drawers with plate rack. RAYBURN RANGE COOKER (twin hot plate and two ovens) which also serves the domestic hot water and central heating systems. High level display mantel and wall shelving. Serving hatch to dining room area. Walk-in understairs PANTRY CUPBOARD.
Utilty/Boot Room - With tiled floor. Fitted granite effect work top with built in stainless steel sink unit. Selection of oak faced base units, space and plumbing for washing machine, rear entrance door giving access to the outbuildings and yard.
Cloaks/Wc - With tiled floor. Close coupled WC, pedestal wash hand basin.
First Floor Landing - With part exposed timberwork, access to loft space.
Bedroom 1 (Double) - With feature period cast iron fireplace and tiled hearth. Window aspect with wonderful views towards Wenlock Edge.
En-Suite Washroom - With pedestal wash hand basin and splash, fitted pine toiletry shelf over with mirror. Close coupled WC.
Bedroom 2 (Double) - With attractive period fireplace, recess with fitted shelving. Window aspect with wonderful views towards Wenlock Edge.
Bedroom 3 (Double) - With triple window aspect offering wonderful views over surrounding countryside.
Bathroom - With contemporary wood effect vinyl flooring. Modern suite to include contoured bath with tiled and aqua style panelled splash, wall mounted Grohe chrome shower unit with rainhead and hand held attachment, glazed splash screen, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Mirrored wall cabinet, wall accessories, electric shaver socket. Airing cupboard containing factory insulated hot water cylinder with immersion heater and slatted shelving.
Outside - The property is approached through a gated, post and railed entrance onto a long sweeping gravelled driveway flanked by grassed areas. This then links around the rear of the house with a GRAVELLED COURTYARD and ample parking space for numerous vehicles.
The Garden - This has been designed for ease of maintenance and lies to the front, laid to a good size lawn divided by a central pathway. Adjacent to the house are well stocked shrubbery and rose beds. The garden is enclosed by either post and rail fencing or hedgerow, whilst being south facing. To the side of the house, adjacent to the rear entrance is a small concreted area enclosed by timber picket fencing with cold water tap.
The Outbuildings - These surround the courtyard and comprise as follows:
LIVESTOCK HOUSING built of concrete block, part timber clad and corrugated sheeted, divided into UNIT 1 - approx. 13'5" x 11'10" and UNIT 2 - approx.13'5" X 11'11". The building is served by electricity.
FORMER SHIPPON RANGE built of concrete block, part timber clad, beneath a corrugated sheeted roof and comprising: former SHIPPON approx. 36'5 x 15'5"; BARN/STORE 1 - approx. 15'9" x 15'6"; STORES 2 - approx. 15'" x 13'9" overall and sub-divided in two.
STABLE BARN built of concrete block, part timber clad, with a corrugated sheeted roof and comprising: CENTRAL WORK/STORE AREA with wall mounted horse rug rack - approx. 17'4" x 11'2"; STABLE 1 - approx. 17'4" X 10'0'; STABLE 2 - approx. 17'4" X 10'1". Lighting is provided to both stables.
Adjoining TACK ROOM/FEED HOUSE - approx. 13'9" x 10'2".
OLD DAIRY/STORE - approx. 9'9" x 7'11" with lighting and power.
The Paddocks - These are provided in two useful grazing enclosures, separated with one to the front of the gardens and the other to the rear of the courtyard and buildings.
General Remarks -
Fixtures And Fittings - Only those items described in these particulars are included in the sale. The fitted carpets as laid are included.
Services - Mains water (sub metred) and electricity are understood to be connected. Foul drainage is to a septic tank. Oil fired central heating. None of these services have been tested.
Tenure. - Freehold. Purchasers must confirm via their solicitor.
Council Tax - The property is currently showing as Council Tax Band E. Please confirm the council tax details via Shropshire Council on[use Contact Agent Button] or visit .
Viewings. - Halls, 2 Barker Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY1 1QJ. [use Contact Agent Button]. [use Contact Agent Button]
Additional land and buildings may be available to rent.
Directions - From Shrewsbury take the A458 Bridgnorth road to Much Wenlock and just before entering the town turn right along the B4371 road signed Church Stretton. Follow this road for about 6 miles to Longville. Turn right signed Plaish, follow this lane to a set of crossroads, then turn right signed Church Preen School. Follow this lane for about 0.3 mile and the entrance driveway will be seen on the left hand side.
Situation - The property is situated in a picturesque location, set well back off a country lane with extensive farmland views, including a wonderful aspect towards Wenlock Edge to the front. The immediate countryside offers delightful walks and riding out opportunities along the network of lanes. A full range of amenities can be found in the popular market towns of Much Wenlock and Church Stretton, whilst more comprehensive amenities can be found in either Telford or Shrewsbury.
Description - The Larches offers a rare opportunity in the market to acquire an individual and appealing detached country property, which will particularly appeal to those seeking outbuildings and land for a range of purposes. The house enjoys a traditional layout, whilst being well proportioned, including two generous size reception rooms and three double bedrooms. There may also be scope to extend (subject to planning consent and further investigation), which will no doubt enhance the living accommodation.
Outside, the property is set off a delightful long driveway with a lovely parking courtyard and ample space for a number of vehicles. Set around are a versatile range of outbuildings, currently used for storage and equestrian use, however, they could with adaption offer scope for workshops, offices or leisure use (stpp). One of the current main outbuildings is divided into a stable barn with a central work area. There is in addition a former open Shippon, which would make an excellent workshop, with rear storage and potential for kennels adjacent.
The Land is divided into two amenity grazing paddocks at the front and rear. THE WHOLE EXTENDS TO APPROXIMATELY 0.98 ACRE.
Additional Building & Land To Rent - The current vendors own the adjacent portal frame agricultural building and a separate grazing field extending to 5.01 acres which may be available to rent by agreement.
Accommodation - Entrance hall.
Sitting Room - With feature period decorative cast iron fireplace and tiled hearth. Window aspect to the front with views towards Wenlock Edge.
Living/Dining Room - With brick fireplace having inset enclosed fire grate with quarry tiled hearth. Triple window aspect with wonderful views.
Breakfast Kitchen - With tiled floor. Generous black granite work surfaces with mainly tiled splash and built in Belfast sink with chrome mixer tap. Attractive range of solid wood (oak/pine) base and eye level units including cupboards and drawers with plate rack. RAYBURN RANGE COOKER (twin hot plate and two ovens) which also serves the domestic hot water and central heating systems. High level display mantel and wall shelving. Serving hatch to dining room area. Walk-in understairs PANTRY CUPBOARD.
Utilty/Boot Room - With tiled floor. Fitted granite effect work top with built in stainless steel sink unit. Selection of oak faced base units, space and plumbing for washing machine, rear entrance door giving access to the outbuildings and yard.
Cloaks/Wc - With tiled floor. Close coupled WC, pedestal wash hand basin.
First Floor Landing - With part exposed timberwork, access to loft space.
Bedroom 1 (Double) - With feature period cast iron fireplace and tiled hearth. Window aspect with wonderful views towards Wenlock Edge.
En-Suite Washroom - With pedestal wash hand basin and splash, fitted pine toiletry shelf over with mirror. Close coupled WC.
Bedroom 2 (Double) - With attractive period fireplace, recess with fitted shelving. Window aspect with wonderful views towards Wenlock Edge.
Bedroom 3 (Double) - With triple window aspect offering wonderful views over surrounding countryside.
Bathroom - With contemporary wood effect vinyl flooring. Modern suite to include contoured bath with tiled and aqua style panelled splash, wall mounted Grohe chrome shower unit with rainhead and hand held attachment, glazed splash screen, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Mirrored wall cabinet, wall accessories, electric shaver socket. Airing cupboard containing factory insulated hot water cylinder with immersion heater and slatted shelving.
Outside - The property is approached through a gated, post and railed entrance onto a long sweeping gravelled driveway flanked by grassed areas. This then links around the rear of the house with a GRAVELLED COURTYARD and ample parking space for numerous vehicles.
The Garden - This has been designed for ease of maintenance and lies to the front, laid to a good size lawn divided by a central pathway. Adjacent to the house are well stocked shrubbery and rose beds. The garden is enclosed by either post and rail fencing or hedgerow, whilst being south facing. To the side of the house, adjacent to the rear entrance is a small concreted area enclosed by timber picket fencing with cold water tap.
The Outbuildings - These surround the courtyard and comprise as follows:
LIVESTOCK HOUSING built of concrete block, part timber clad and corrugated sheeted, divided into UNIT 1 - approx. 13'5" x 11'10" and UNIT 2 - approx.13'5" X 11'11". The building is served by electricity.
FORMER SHIPPON RANGE built of concrete block, part timber clad, beneath a corrugated sheeted roof and comprising: former SHIPPON approx. 36'5 x 15'5"; BARN/STORE 1 - approx. 15'9" x 15'6"; STORES 2 - approx. 15'" x 13'9" overall and sub-divided in two.
STABLE BARN built of concrete block, part timber clad, with a corrugated sheeted roof and comprising: CENTRAL WORK/STORE AREA with wall mounted horse rug rack - approx. 17'4" x 11'2"; STABLE 1 - approx. 17'4" X 10'0'; STABLE 2 - approx. 17'4" X 10'1". Lighting is provided to both stables.
Adjoining TACK ROOM/FEED HOUSE - approx. 13'9" x 10'2".
OLD DAIRY/STORE - approx. 9'9" x 7'11" with lighting and power.
The Paddocks - These are provided in two useful grazing enclosures, separated with one to the front of the gardens and the other to the rear of the courtyard and buildings.
General Remarks -
Fixtures And Fittings - Only those items described in these particulars are included in the sale. The fitted carpets as laid are included.
Services - Mains water (sub metred) and electricity are understood to be connected. Foul drainage is to a septic tank. Oil fired central heating. None of these services have been tested.
Tenure. - Freehold. Purchasers must confirm via their solicitor.
Council Tax - The property is currently showing as Council Tax Band E. Please confirm the council tax details via Shropshire Council on[use Contact Agent Button] or visit .
Viewings. - Halls, 2 Barker Street, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY1 1QJ. [use Contact Agent Button]. [use Contact Agent Button]
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