An elegant Georgian property well-positioned in a rural village, with a delightful garden and outbuildings with wonderful far-reaching views.

Bishops Castle 6.3 miles , Craven Arms 9.5 miles, Shrewsbury 16.6 miles

Guide Price £725,000

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The Property

The Old Rectory is an elegant and inviting home. Dating back to the 1800s this property boasts a wealth of character features and grandeur throughout, including wonderful ceiling heights and original fireplaces. The Old Rectory is a fine example of a Georgian property. The vendors have restored and improved many features of the property throughout.

You approach the property via a gated gravel driveway with ample parking. The entrance is under a canopied porch, leading into a welcoming reception hallway featuring original wooden flooring with a staircase rising to the first floor. To the left of the hallway are two inviting reception rooms. The morning room is bright and airy, benefiting from two large sash windows and an open fireplace with a marble hearth. The sitting room, also with wooden flooring, features a side window, an open fireplace and abundant built-in shelving. Down the hallway and under an archway, there is a large storage cupboard. The large drawing room has a beautiful bay window which enjoys looking out over the garden and the Welsh hills beyond. There is a brick-built fireplace ready for an open fire or installation of a wood burner.

The well-proportioned kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall units, with space for appliances and also benefits from an electric AGA. The sash windows allow for plenty of natural light and there is space for a family table. Just off the kitchen is a useful utility room with doors from here to the pantry and outside. There is a cloakroom with access to the WC and wash hand basin. Upstairs, there are five double bedrooms, a dressing room and two bathrooms. The principal bedroom has windows with two elevations, enjoying looking out over the countryside views. A door from here gives access to a dressing room, which can also be accessed from the landing. The rest of the bedrooms all enjoy looking out over different aspects, taking in the magnificent views over the surrounding countryside. Accessed from the landing is a large two-roomed attic, offering the potential for further bedrooms. There are stairs down from the hallway to a cellar beneath, offering further storage.

Outside

Outside, the plot extends to slightly under an acre. There is a large parking area to the frontage, with a footpath leading around the house and into the garden which is predominantly laid to lawn, bordered by mature hedges and interspersed with fruit trees. Outbuildings include a garage, artists studio, separate workshop and wood store. Walking routes are spectacular in every direction from directly from the property.

Situation

Wentnor is a small rural hilltop village west of Church Stretton and the Long Mynd, which boasts two pubs, well known locally for their food, as well as a parish Church and village shop - with a post office once a week. There is a highly regarded primary school in the nearby village of Norbury, just two miles away. The nearest town Bishops Castle, is a thriving market town with a great community spirit. There is a mix of independent shops and plenty of locations and eateries. Bishops Castle also has both junior and secondary schools.

Directions

From the village of Wentnor head south through the village, until you pass the Church on the right. Follow the road round for 85 yards and the property will be on your right, signposted by the name plaque.

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General information

Local Authority: Shropshire Council.

Services: Mains water and eletricity. Oil fired heating. Septic tank.

Council Tax: Band F

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

The Old Rectory, Wentnor, Bishops Castle, Shropshire, SY9 5EE