5 bedroom country house for sale

Brunslow Farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial residence, set in approximately 4.37 acres, with commanding views of the surrounding countryside.

Description - Brunslow Farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial residence, set in approximately 4.37 acres, with commanding views of the surrounding countryside. The original building has origins back to the 1600's, before a significant front extension was added in the 1930's creating the attractive house that, up until recent years, was a thriving bed and breakfast.

The farmhouse is not lacking in character including flagstone floors, exposed ceiling beams, a grand oak staircase and a timber panelled reception room. Several storage rooms, to the rear of the property, form part of the original living quarters but now offer a fantastic opportunity to be converted into an annexe or could even be incorporated within the current property's footprint, due to their access to the ground and first floor.

Accommodation is briefly comprises an entrance hallway, reception room, living room/dining room, kitchen diner, study, downstairs cloakroom and boot room, cellars, five double bedrooms, three ensuites and a family shower room. Additional rooms to the rear include three storage rooms, a large pantry and a boiler room.

The property has been well maintained through its current ownership, however modernisation is required throughout the property. There is uPVC double glazing to the front of the property with part single glazing to the rest, an oil-fired central heating system and a mains connected fire alarm system. Mains water is available (connection required) and the property requires a new form of private drainage.

The grounds are accessed via a sweeping, private, drive to the front of the property leading to further parking and turning space, to the rear. Well maintained garden and a sizeable paddock, incorporating a large pond, equate to approximately 4.37 acres of land.

Location - Located 1.7 miles from Lydbury North, the property benefits from a rural setting whilst having quick access to a stunning Shropshire village that includes the popular Powis Arms and a village hall. For further amenities, the historic market town of Bishops Castle is 4.3 miles from the farmhouse and includes a range of excellent public houses and eateries, a number of local shops and a well regarded community college. Transport links include the A488 and A49 for routes towards Shrewsbury and Ludlow as well as access onto other major road networks. The local area is described as a 'ramblers paradise' with nearby landmarks including The Stiperstones and The Long Mynd.

Services - Oil-fired central heating system
Mains Electricity
Mains Water Available (Requires Connection)
Private Drainage Required
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax Band D - Shropshire County Council

Directions - From Bishops Castle take the B4385 East (signposted Lydbury North) Continue on this road through the village of Lydbury North taking a sharp righthand bend. continue for approximately 0.5 miles taking a lefthand turn followed by a righthand turn into the property's driveway.