A truly beautiful country cottage situated in an exceptional position with about an acre of glorious gardens and grounds.

Leintwardine 2 miles, Ludlow 6.5 miles, Hereford 26 miles, Shrewsbury 28 miles

Guide Price £695,000

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The Property

Four Winds is a fantastic character-filled country cottage situated in the most magnificent position, a short distance from the superb village of Leintwardine. The cottage has been immaculately renovated and cared for by the current vendors to create a truly beautiful home. The property is situated within about an acre of manicured gardens and grounds with panoramic far-reaching countryside views.

Four Winds boasts a wealth of character and period features throughout including exposed stone work, oak doors and beams. The vendors have contrasted the perfect combination of modern and character in the property. Upon entering the property, there is a long private driveway that leads to ample gravelled parking.

The ground floor comprises: a spacious hallway leading to the beautiful sitting room. The sitting room has oak flooring and numerous exposed beams. There is a large inglenook stone fireplace that houses a Clearview wood burning stove, set on a flagstone hearth. The vendors have retained many of the character features, including the exquisite open bread oven. The vaulted kitchen is a superb room that is fully fitted with bespoke units and integrated appliances, including a Rangemaster cooker, a Belfast sink, a dishwasher, a wine chiller and many useful storage compartments. The Rangemaster sits within an inglenook space. There is beautiful travertine flooring with underfloor heating. The kitchen is double aspect and enjoys the fantastic far reaching countryside views the property has to offer. There is a useful utility room that also has fully fitted units, with a wash basin and space for a refridgerator or freezer. There is plumbing here for washing machine and tumble dryer. A study room also enjoys a double aspect with exceptional views, this room has exposed stone walls boasting a wealth of character. Adjacent is a superb boot room with an external door accesing the gardens, ideal for dog walking and storage. There is a ground floor bedroom that could be used as further reception space if required, including a larger study room, it is a spacious, light and airy room. A modern shower room services the ground floor.

On the first floor, there is a master bedroom that is vaulted and has superb built-in wardrobes. This room enjoys views over the beautiful gardens and beyond. There is also a further bedroom. The modern family bathroom offers superb proportions and has a free standing roll-top bathtub, a walk in shower, a wash basin and a WC.

Outside

The gardens and grounds at Four Winds extend to just under an acre in total. Mainly laid to lawn, there are some superbly well-stocked herbaceous borders and shrubs throughout. The gardens have been immaculately kept and are particularly beautiful. There is patio area ideal for seasonal al-fresco dining and entertaining which enjoys some of the fantastic views all around. There is a small paddock that is fenced and houses stabling that provides superb storage.

There is a large summerhouse that houses a superb sun room ideal for tranquillity and has a shaded dining/seating area. There is also a large double timbered carport with a concrete base.

Situation

Four Winds is situated within the rural Shropshire countryside just 2 miles from the vibrant local village of Leintwardine. Leintwardine offers all of the day-to-day amenities required including a village shop, pubs, doctors, a garage and much more. Just further afield is the historic market town of Ludlow, which offers further amenities required and is particularly well known for its Food Festival held annually in Ludlow Castle. There are numerous walking and riding opportunities nearby and there are golf courses at Ludlow and Church Stretton. There is a train station in Ludlow and the A49 can be reached easily, connecting to the wider motorway network. For a wider shopping experience, nearby Hereford and Shrewsbury offers just that.

Schooling in the area is very good with a primary school in Leintwardine and high schooling in nearby Wigmore or Ludlow. For the private sector, Bedstone College, Moor Park and Hereford Cathedral are all easily reachable.

Directions

From Ludlow, head north on the A49 for about 2 miles and turn left signposted to Knighton. Proceed on this road for about 4.2 miles and turn right signposted 'Wassell Barn'. Continue up this track and find the entrance driveway to Four Winds directly in front to the left slightly indicated by its name plaque.

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General information

Local Authority: Shropshire Council.

Services: Mains electricity. Private water supply. Private drainge. Private LPG. High speed broadband.

Council Tax: Band C

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.

Four Winds, Mocktree, Leintwardine, Shropshire, SY7 0LY