3 bedroom detached house for sale

The Old Mill House was built by Lord Sandford in 1728 and replace a former mill on the same site. The property is Grade II Listed mill which still retains the original mill wheel and its gears. The property is well presented and offers spacious accommodation. There is a reception hall with the mill gears, large lounge / diner with feature fire place, kitchen wonderful garden room extension with views over the mill race. There are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, views over Sandford Pool, ample parking, summer house and landscaped gardens.

Location - The property is located in the rural hamlet of Sandford which is 4 miles South of Whitchurch on the A41. Whitchurch, Shropshire's most historic market town, being well-connected to both Shropshire and Cheshire, as well as being a short walk away from the town centre where you will find an array of independent shops, eateries, and amenities. Whitchurch also has a railway station with good access to Crewe and the West Coast Mainline.

The Market Town of Whitchurch in Shropshire, the UK's county named in 'ABTA'S Top 10 Destinations to Watch 2024'. Bordering South Cheshire and Wales, with countryside on your doorstep and the bustle of town-life just a short walk away. Whitchurch benefits from the feel of a small town, whilst providing everything you could possibly need, including the traditional market held every Friday, local butchers, bakeries, pharmacies, a Family Medical Practice, multiple dentists, an optician, hair dressers, a library, a hospital, as well as some of the major supermarkets.

Local recreational facilities include the highly regarded Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel, Spa and Golf Course, with a further quality golf course located at nearby Hawkestone. A short drive to Shrewsbury provides a wider range of facilities of all kinds.

Brief Description - Halls are delighted to be instructed to sell The Old Mill House by private treaty.

The property built in 1728 by the then Lord Sandford replaced a former mill on the same site. The property is Grade II Listed and still retains many of its original features including the mill wheel and gearing. The mill was converted into a home in the early 2000's and it comprises an entrance hall with stone floor and space for a bench. There is a door to the cloakroom with W.C and wash hand basin. There is a large inner hall with feature original gears for the mill wheel and a feature staircase. There is also a useful store room in the hall. From the inner hall is large and open living room with dining area. There is a feature fire place with log burner and elevated windows which once formed the shoots for the grain to be poured into the mill. There are double doors to the gardens and pleasant seating area over looking the mill race. There is a fully fitted kitchen with an excellent range of cupboards, central island, space and plumbing for a dishwasher, washing machine, space for fridge freezer and a range style cooker. Off the kitchen is a new extension which is currently being used as a garden and breakfast room. There are large sliding doors overlooking the gardens and windows to the mill race.

The stairs ascend from the inner hall to the first floor landing where there are exposed timbers and a door that opens and has a pleasant outlook over Sandford Pool. To this floor is a master bedroom with feature exposed timbers, window with view over the lake, fitted wardrobes and an en-suite with shower, wash hand basin and W.C. There is a large second bedroom which has a window overlooking the lake and a mezzanine bed / study area. There is a single bedroom to the front with fitted cupboards and adjacent to this is a room that is currently being used as a small exercise room / gym. Off the landing is a modern bathroom suite with bath, sunken shower, low flush W.C and wash hand basin.

Outside & Gardens - The property is accessed off the A41 to a shared private drive with Sandford Hall. There is full rights of way along the driveway leading to the property. There is a parking area suitable for many cars including either a caravan / motorhome. There are landscaped gardens to the front of the property, round to either side and leading down to the mill races. There is a summer house with power and lighting and this also has a store room to the rear. There is a further garden shed and greenhouse.

To the side of the house there is a door that opens into the wheel house with the mill wheel still in place. This room also houses the LPG boiler and is used as a log store.

Directions - From the centre of Whitchurch, drive out on Sedgeford Road and go straight over the round about onto the Prees Road. Take the second exit at the following round about onto the A41. Stay on the A41 for approximately 2and a half miles, just South of Higher Heath. The property is located down a long, shared private driveway.

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Schooling - Prees - The property lies within a convenient proximity to a number of well regarded state and private schools including Lower Heath CE Primary School, Prees CE Primary School, SJT Secondary School in Whitchurch and Thomas Adams in Wem, Ellesmere College, Shrewsbury School, Oswestry School, Moreton Hall and Adcote School for girls.

Viewing Arrangements - Strictly through the Agents: Halls, 8 Watergate Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1DW
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Local Authority - Shropshire - Shropshire Council, Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, SY2 6ND

Council Tax - Shropshire - The current Council Tax Band is 'E' on the Shropshire Council Register.

Services - We believe that mains water and electricity and are available to the property. Drainage is to a septic tank. There is a holding tank which is then pumped up the lane to the main tank. The heating is via an LPG fired boiler to radiators.

Tenure - Freehold - We understand that the property is Freehold although purchasers must make their own enquiries via their solicitor.