Kinnerton House, Ratlinghope, Shrewsbury, SY5 0SU
A unique contemporary property situated within the most exceptional position with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Church Stretton 6.3 miles, Bishops Castle 9.3 miles, Shrewsbury 14.3 miles
Guide Price £825,000
Entrance hall | Drawing room | Sitting room | Dining area | Kitchen/breakfast room | Five double bedrooms (One en-suite) | Family bathroom
Offices | Family room | Study | Outbuilding/potential annexe | Gardens | Paddock | Wildlife pond | Stream | Views
About 12 acres in total | EPC: D
The Property
Kinnerton House is a beautiful detached property that has been exceptionally well cared for and updated by the current vendors to create modern, light-filled and immaculate accommodation throughout. The modern aspect combined with the original Victorian features creates a truly special and unique property. The property is nestled within the Shropshire countryside with the most exceptional panoramic views.
The property benefits from tremendous space throughout with accommodation laid over three floors. Upon entering the property, the entrance hall is a large glass 'sleeve' which connects the original Victorian property with its modern extension. This area displays exposed brick and a beautiful oak, glass and steel staircase accessing the first floor and lower ground floor. The ground floor comprises: the drawing room which benefits from glass bi-folding windows and doors with a triple aspect showing tremendous views of the surrounding hills and allows access to the balcony outside with a seated-area ideal for seasonal al-fresco dining and entertaining. There is also a Clearview wood burning stove in the drawing room. The sitting room/dining area is of great proportions and also benefits from a Clearview wood burning stove. This room features a wooden floor and a beautiful exposed oak beam. The kitchen/breakfast room benefits from modern fitted units and appliances throughout, there is a fitted breakfast bar and further units for ample storage and a utility area. There is a French door accessing the gravelled area outside, also ideal for seasonal al-fresco dining. The property benefits from two staircases to access the first floor, with one being in the entrance hall and also the other in the kitchen/breakfast room.
The first floor comprises five double bedrooms, one of which benefits from an en-suite bathroom. A family bathroom serves the other bedrooms. The property has exceptional space throughout and a further bedroom could be provided on the first floor or even more on the lower ground floor. Two of the bedrooms benefit from fitted wardrobes and bi-folding doors and glass accessing separate balconies, which also enjoy the most exceptional views of the Long Mynd and beyond.
The lower ground floor is currently used as a large office/ study space. It could provide further bedrooms, family rooms, workshop or much more.
Situation
Kinnerton House is situated in the gently rolling valley between the landmark Stiperstones and Long Mynd hills. The house enjoys remarkable views and the benefits of rural living, while being within close proximity of the market towns of Shrewsbury, Bishops Castle and Church Stretton. Ratlinghope has an active local community spread across the Onny Valley with a church at its heart and the well renowned public house 'The Bridges'. The larger village of Wentnor is just 2 miles away, with pubs, a village shop and post office, while primary schools are to be found in the nearby villages of Norbury and Longden. Longden has a village store and post office and an active village hall. Secondary schools include Mary Webbs at Pontesbury and in the private sector there are excellent schools in Shrewsbury along with Packwood Haugh Prep at Ruyton XI Towns.
The property is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is noted for its riding and walking. There are also a number of well-respected golf courses nearby including Church Stretton. Shrewsbury is renowned for its good shopping, restaurants and has a direct rail service to Birmingham and London. There are good road links via the A5/M54 to the Midlands and regional airports include Liverpool, Manchester and Birmingham.
Outside
Kinnerton House is accessed by a gravelled driveway with ample parking all around for numerous vehicles. The property sits within a generous plot of around 12 acres in total, with a variety of lawned areas and paddocks. The grounds all enjoy the exceptional panoramic views and provide a private space all around. The grounds are interspersed with a variety of specimen trees and shrubs together with a pond and a stream which attracts an abundance of wildlife, including otters. The property has three balconies and a further patio area on the lower ground floor allowing exceptional space for seasonal alfresco dining or entertaining, all of which enjoy views.
The property benefits from a superb outbuilding/annexe which provides tremendous potential for a variety of uses. It is currently used as a workshop, however could be an annexe or more (subject to the necessary consents).
Directions
Directions: From Ludlow, head North on the A49. Continue through Craven Arms and after about a mile after Craven Arms turn left signposted 'Newtown, Bishops Castle & Welshpool'. Continue on the A489 for about 5.5 miles and turn right for 'Wentnor'. Continue on this road for about 2 miles and turn left and the triangle in the road. Continue along here for about a mile and turn right. Continue along this road for about 3 miles and find Kinnerton House on your right-hand side indicated by our for sale board.
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General information
Local Authority: Shropshire Council.
Services: Mains electricity. Private water supply. Private drainage. Oil-fired central heating. Solar heated water.
Council Tax: Band G
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.
Agents notes: Please refer to the land plan for public footpaths.