Lower House Farm, Chetton, Bridgnorth

Full Property Description:

Location

Lower House Farm is a fabulous six bedroom family home located in the quiet village of Chetton which has an active local community including a Church and village hall. Being rural with outstanding views, the location boasts some of Shropshire's finest countryside, yet is within 4 miles from the historic riverside town of Bridgnorth where there are an excellent range of facilities including good schooling, shopping, sports clubs, eateries, hospital and places of interest such as the Severn Valley Steam Railway, river walks and the iconic Cliff Railway.

Description

This large farmhouse has undergone extensive modernisation and provides large accommodation on three floors with outstanding views across farmland and hills to the south. Original oak beams have been exposed and the house has two staircases that could facilitate two families living together given the extensive flexibility of the layout. With a range of garaging and outbuildings, the surrounding gardens lead onto the fenced paddocks. This is a private and quiet position with a couple of neighbours at the end of a lane with no through traffic. Within walking distance are the village Church and an abundance of public footpaths and bridleways for the outdoor enthusiasts.

Accommodation

Entered from the covered porch the front door opens into the RECEPTION HALL having a tiled floor, stairs rising to the first floor with cloaks area and storage cupboard to the rear. The DRAWING ROOM which is well proportioned features exposed solid wood flooring and high beamed ceilings with a fireplace housing a cast iron log burner and a window overlooking the front elevation with far reaching views. Leading off is a further RECEPTION ROOM/STUDY having windows to the front and side elevations along with a GUEST CLOAKROOM and UTILITY ROOM to the rear which provides provision for a washing machine and dryer with work tops and a window and door the rear. The LIVING ROOM has exposed solid wood flooring with a feature fireplace housing a cast iron log burner with beamed ceiling and a window to the front elevation. Leading through into the OPEN PLAN DINING KITCHEN having a spacious dining area with windows and sky lights with the kitchen area fitted with a range of fitted units to include matching base and wall cupboards with work tops over, inset sink unit and a centre island along with a built in dishwasher. A side door opens out to the gardens. An inner hallway gives access to a further SITTING ROOM with a window to the elevation with views along with access to the CELLAR and STORE. There is also a secondary staircase leading to the first floor bedrooms.

The principal staircase rises from the RECEPTION HALL to the first floor landing. The MASTER DOUBLE BEDROOM SUITE has a light and airy aspect enjoying far reaching views to the front with a DRESSING ROOM and a well appointed EN-SUITE BATHROOM which includes a free standing bath with dual wash hand basins set within a vanity unit, WC and heated towel rail. The SECOND SUITE (which also gives access through to the second landing) has a large double bedroom with built in storage and windows to the front aspect enjoying elevated views. There is an EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM comprising a white suite to include a WC, wash hand basin and a corner tiled shower cubicle. From the landing a staircase leads to a large SECOND FLOOR DOUBLE BEDROOM within the roof space having low level storage and windows to the front and rear elevations.

A secondary staircase from the inner hallway gives access to a further TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS one of which benefits from an EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM and balcony off the bedroom overlooking the rear gardens. The FAMILY BATHROOM is fitted with a white suite to include a free standing bath with separate tiled shower, WC and wash hand basin having windows to the front, side and rear aspects. A further staircase rises to a further SECOND FLOOR 35ft BEDROOM within the roof space featuring exposed beams and trusses with windows to the front and rear aspects.

Outside grounds

Lower House Farm stands behind a fine frontage with a gravelled driveway leading to secure STORAGE AND GARAGING having lights and power points connected. The formal gardens extend to the front and around to the rear with mature well stocked borders and an orchard with a specially selected variety of apple and pears trees. A paved terrace extends out to the front capturing the wonderful elevated views across the Shropshire countryside. The grounds and gardens extend around the property creating a most private setting with a lovely courtyard terrace providing a wonderful external entertaining area to the rear. Beyond is a large timber outbuilding for storage and workshop space, or indeed could be used for stabling. In total the grounds extend to around 4.66 acres.

Services:

We are advised by our client that mains electricity and water are connected. Oil fired central heating and drainage via a septic tank. Verification should be obtained by your surveyor.

Tenure:

We are advised by our client that the property is FREEHOLD. Verification should be obtained by your Solicitors.

Council tax:

Shropshire Council www.mycounciltax.org.uk/content/index

Fixtures and fittings:

By separate negotiation.

Viewing arrangements:

Viewing strictly by appointment only. Please contact the BRIDGNORTH OFFICE.

Directions:

Leaving Bridgnorth heading out on the Ludlow Road B4364. At the island proceed straight over continuing on the B4364. After approximately 4 miles take a right turn sign posted Chetton. Continue to follow the lane past the Church and at the top take the left fork where the property can be seen on the right, with the driveway just being to the front.