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This property is no longer on the market
Floorplan
Map4 bedroom property
Study
Sold STC
Property
4 beds
2 baths
345.00 acre(s)
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Ask agent
Features and description
- Excellent Location
- Outbuildings
- Sales Farm
- Equestrian
- 336 Acres (136 Ha)
- One Bedroom Annexe
- Sales Farm Cottages
- Woodland
- Far-Reaching Views
- EPC: D
Excellent Location, Outbuildings, Sales Farm, Equestrian, 336 Acres (136 Ha), One Bedroom Annexe, Sales Farm Cottages, Woodland, Far-Reaching Views, EPC: D
Situation: Somerwood Estate occupies a glorious elevated position just outside Shrewsbury and comes to the market for the first time in many centuries.
Somerwood House is an imposing country house dating back to the 1950's boasting stunning countryside views.
The principal rooms are the kitchen, which leads to the conservatory and the dining room, and the drawing room beyond. This is dual aspect and has an attractive bay window looking out towards the garden. The hallway provides access to all of the principle rooms and further along there is a separate hallway with its own access outside to the study next door. There is also a utility room and a cloakroom on the ground floor.
Upstairs, there are three large double bedrooms being served by two family bathrooms. The master bedrooms suite is very generous with fabulous views and ample space for wardrobe / storage space. On the landing there is also access to the loft which has the potential of being converted.
Outside, there is a generous south facing garden overlooking fields and a small spinney of woodland.
In addition to the house itself, the property benefits from a garage and a large one bedroom flat above. There are two extensive ranges of brick outbuildings which will appeal to purchasers with equestrian interests.
Farm and Agricultural Land
There is an extensive range of traditional brick farm buildings and larger, more modern, portal frame buildings located with easy access to the road. The land is mostly Grade 3 and has been used to grow a variety of crops through the years. The fields are mostly separated by native hedging and are for the most part level or on a slight southeasterly gradient. It is in a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.
The land is currently under a Farm Business Tenancy until September 2023 and there is a Mid Tier Stewardship Agreement currently in place.
Sales Cottages are a pair of semi-detached three bedroom cottages which are currently let on ASTs.
Services: Mains water and electricity. Oil fired heating. Septic tank drainage.
Council Tax: House Band: G. Flats Band: A
Postcode: SY4 4RQ
Local Authority: Shropshire County Council[use Contact Agent Button])
Broadband Speed: Our research has indicated that Fast Broadband is available at Somerwood House. Please conduct your own research to ensure the speeds meet your requirements.
Flood Risk: Somerwood House: Rivers, the sea and surface water: Very low risk.
Fixtures and Fittings: Whilst all attempts have been made to accurately describe the property in regard to fixtures and fittings, a comprehensive list will be made available by the seller’s solicitors.
Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way: The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
Please Note: Asbestos cement sheeting to ceiling of old Boiler House. Private right of way to the southeast of the estate. A bridlepath and footpath go past the Farm. The Executor of the Estate is a consultant at Balfours LLP.
Directions: From the A5 / A49 junction, proceed north on the A49. At the next roundabout turn right towards Uffington. Pass Haughmond Abbey on your left and take the next turning on the right signed Upton Magna. At the crossroads turn left and then right. Somerwood House in on the right-hand side after 700 yards.
Directions: From the A5 / A49 junction, proceed north on the A49. At the next roundabout turn right towards Uffington. Pass Haughmond Abbey on your left and take the next turning on the right signed Upton Magna. At the T junction turn left and then right. Somerwood House in on the right-hand side after 700 yards.
what3words: evaded.tamed.formlessAcreage: 345
Situation: Somerwood Estate occupies a glorious elevated position just outside Shrewsbury and comes to the market for the first time in many centuries.
Somerwood House is an imposing country house dating back to the 1950's boasting stunning countryside views.
The principal rooms are the kitchen, which leads to the conservatory and the dining room, and the drawing room beyond. This is dual aspect and has an attractive bay window looking out towards the garden. The hallway provides access to all of the principle rooms and further along there is a separate hallway with its own access outside to the study next door. There is also a utility room and a cloakroom on the ground floor.
Upstairs, there are three large double bedrooms being served by two family bathrooms. The master bedrooms suite is very generous with fabulous views and ample space for wardrobe / storage space. On the landing there is also access to the loft which has the potential of being converted.
Outside, there is a generous south facing garden overlooking fields and a small spinney of woodland.
In addition to the house itself, the property benefits from a garage and a large one bedroom flat above. There are two extensive ranges of brick outbuildings which will appeal to purchasers with equestrian interests.
Farm and Agricultural Land
There is an extensive range of traditional brick farm buildings and larger, more modern, portal frame buildings located with easy access to the road. The land is mostly Grade 3 and has been used to grow a variety of crops through the years. The fields are mostly separated by native hedging and are for the most part level or on a slight southeasterly gradient. It is in a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.
The land is currently under a Farm Business Tenancy until September 2023 and there is a Mid Tier Stewardship Agreement currently in place.
Sales Cottages are a pair of semi-detached three bedroom cottages which are currently let on ASTs.
Services: Mains water and electricity. Oil fired heating. Septic tank drainage.
Council Tax: House Band: G. Flats Band: A
Postcode: SY4 4RQ
Local Authority: Shropshire County Council[use Contact Agent Button])
Broadband Speed: Our research has indicated that Fast Broadband is available at Somerwood House. Please conduct your own research to ensure the speeds meet your requirements.
Flood Risk: Somerwood House: Rivers, the sea and surface water: Very low risk.
Fixtures and Fittings: Whilst all attempts have been made to accurately describe the property in regard to fixtures and fittings, a comprehensive list will be made available by the seller’s solicitors.
Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way: The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
Please Note: Asbestos cement sheeting to ceiling of old Boiler House. Private right of way to the southeast of the estate. A bridlepath and footpath go past the Farm. The Executor of the Estate is a consultant at Balfours LLP.
Directions: From the A5 / A49 junction, proceed north on the A49. At the next roundabout turn right towards Uffington. Pass Haughmond Abbey on your left and take the next turning on the right signed Upton Magna. At the crossroads turn left and then right. Somerwood House in on the right-hand side after 700 yards.
Directions: From the A5 / A49 junction, proceed north on the A49. At the next roundabout turn right towards Uffington. Pass Haughmond Abbey on your left and take the next turning on the right signed Upton Magna. At the T junction turn left and then right. Somerwood House in on the right-hand side after 700 yards.
what3words: evaded.tamed.formlessAcreage: 345
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