An extraordinary opportunity to restore a fantastic country property with outbuildings, gardens and woodlands situated in a private and peaceful location.

Leintwardine 2.5 miles, Ludlow 6 miles, Wigmore 8 miles

Guide Price £450,000

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The Property

The Property Burrington House is a detached, Grade II listed property of unique gothic character; a former Vicarage, designed alongside Burrington church by the notable English architect George Frederick Bodley. The property is ideally situated in a prime position 6 miles from the desirable town of Ludlow, tucked away down a private drive, yet within the heart of Burrington village. Having remained in its original, unspoilt condition, the property does require considerable modernisation and renovation throughout, but offers the true potential to create a wonderful, spacious family home with immense country charm. Entering from an impressive medieval style porch, you are welcomed in to a striking entrance hall, from which the rest of the house is elegantly introduced. Three spacious reception rooms with original large windows, wooden flooring and fireplaces follow; as well as a generous coat room, a grand staircase benefitting from beautiful tall windows. A cellar, and a long hallway linking various parlours and kitchens, downstairs bathroom, and an exterior door opening on to a potential kitchen garden area. The property features high ceilings and large stone mullion windows throughout, providing bright, airy spaces and wonderful garden views.

Upstairs are seven bedrooms, a family bathroom and a further cloakroom. The master bedroom is a wonderful large room which enjoys double-aspect windows and a high ceiling. Burrington House enjoys wonderful original stone mullion windows.

Outside

The gardens and grounds at Burrington House extend to 3.57 acres and are mostly woodland. The property is in a rural and idyllic position, surrounded by wildlife and mature trees. The garden requires substantial pruning and maintenance. There is a two story stone outbuilding, 'old stables and cartshed to the rear of the property which is also grade II listed, suitable for conversion subject to planning permission.- there is a large, open-fronted pole barn ideal for storage.

Situation

Burrington House is situated in Burrington, a quaint village on the border of North Herefordshire and Shropshire, merely 6 miles southwest of the historic Ludlow. The closest village, Leintwardine, is 2.5 miles away and offers a local store, a doctor's surgery, two pubs, and a primary school.

The A49 connects you to motorways and other main roads. There is also beautiful countryside on your doorstep offering footpaths and bridleways. Excellent primary and secondary schools are in Wigmore, which a school bus will collect and drop off. For the private sector, Moor Park, Bedstone College, and Lucton School are a short drive away.

Directions

From Ludlow, River Teme head south and take a right onto Whitecliffe Road. Continue onto Killhouse Road for 3.6 miles. Turn right signposted for Burrington. Follow the road for 1 mile and turn right, the property will be on your first right, signposted by our sign.

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General information

Local Authority: Herefordshire Council.

Services: Mains electric. Oil central heating, Please Note the septic tank has failed and is not compliant.

Agents Notes - The vendor has had a survey done, which could be made available by request. All fireplaces are blocked and not in use.

Council Tax: Band D

Wayleaves, easements and rights of way: The property will be sold subject to and with the benefits of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these sales particulars or not.

Viewings: Strictly by appointment via Mark Wiggin Estate Agents

Burrington House, Burrington, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 2HT