Cottage for sale in Lower Road, Harmer Hill, Shrewsbury SY4

*** charming cottage with adjoining 1/2 acre paddock ***

Bursting with charm, original period features and plenty of character - which truly must be viewed to be fully appreciated - this impressive semi detached cottage has been extended to provide excellent ground floor accommodation, perfect for today's modern lifestyle - a growing family or those who work from home.

Set in large gardens with an adjoining paddock/orchard on the edge of this popular North Shropshire village which is ideally placed for commuters with ease of access to the County Town of Shrewsbury and local market Towns of Wem and Ellesmere. Harmer Hill has an active village hall and public house/restaurant along with wonderful countryside walks.

The accommodation briefly comprises Sitting Room and Lounge each with log burners, Dining Room, Conservatory, Breakfast Kitchen, Utility Room, 3 generous double Bedrooms and well- appointed family Bathroom.

The property has the benefit of a wealth of exposed beams and timbers, quarry tiled floors, original wooden and latched doors. Large garage/workshop and is set in a large garden with adjacent paddock both of which are bordered by open farmland with lovely rural views.

Viewing Essential.

Location

Occupying an enviable position on the edge of the popular village of Harmer Hill, located approximately 0.8 miles along Lower Road. Being a short drive from the edge of Shrewsbury where Battlefield provides a host of amenities and national stores along with a park and ride through to the Town Centre. There is also excellent access onto the A5/M54 motorway network for commuters. The nearby villages of Myddle, Bomere Heath and Baschurch together play host to an excellent range of shops, takeaways, public houses/restaurants and primary and secondary schools and the neighbouring market Towns of Wem and Oswestry are also a short drive away.

Sitting Room

A charming room full of period features and character and having window to the front. Feature brick inglenook fireplace with Clearview log burner, exposed beams and timbers, quarry tiled floor, radiator.

Dining Room

A lovely through dual aspect room having window to the front and double opening French doors to the garden. Exposed ceiling timbers, slate floor, radiator.

Lounge

A great multi-purpose room having windows to the side elevations, quarry tiled floor. Feature Clearview log burner, and charming exposed sandstone wall, beamed ceiling, fitted wall lights, under floor heating, double opening doors to

Conservatory

A lovely light room being of brick, hardwood framed and glazed construction providing delightful open aspect over the garden and adjoining farmland. Underfloor heating, fitted wall lights, double opening doors to the garden and sun terrace.

Breakfast Kitchen

Another characterful room which has bespoke pine units incorporating deep Belfast sink with antique mixer taps set into base cupboard. Further range of cupboards and drawers with beech work surface over, open fronted display shelving and space for appliances. Tiled recess with wooden lintel over housing oil fired Rayburn cooking range, exposed ceiling timbers, quarry tiled floor. Space for breakfast table, two windows to the front and stable door leading onto the garden.

Utility Room

Having single drainer sink unit set into base cupboard with work surface extending to either side with space beneath for appliances, oil central heating boiler, window to the rear and a door leading to the front garden.

First Floor Landing

Staircase leads to the First Floor Landing off which lead

Bedroom 1

A generous sized double room with windows to two elevations with outlooks over the garden and countryside. Radiator.

Bedroom 2

Another generous dual aspect double room with windows to the front and rear, radiator.

Bedroom 3

Again a good sized dual aspect double room with windows to the front and rear, Airing Cupboard, radiator.

Bathroom

A well appointed room with 4 piece suite comprising free standing roll top bath, shower cubicle with direct mixer power shower, wash hand basin and WC. Complementary tiled surrounds, recessed ceiling lights, exposed boarded floor, heated towel rail and radiator. Window to the front.

Large Garage/Workshop

Approached through large double opening doors with additional personnel side access - this is the perfect space for vehicle enthusiasts or those who work from home (with internal dimensions of 22'7 x 12'). Having mains water supply, ample power and lighting. Alongside the Garage is the original sandstone Pig Sty which provides useful storage for logs, garden equipment and tools.

Outside

The property is approached through 5 bar wooden gate onto a gravelled driveway with parking for several vehicles. The Front Garden is laid extensively to lawn with well stocked flower, shrub and herbaceous beds along with a variety of specimen trees and being screened from the lane by mature hedging. Further 5 bar gate leads around to the Rear Garden which is of an excellent size, laid extensively to lawn with a range of fruit trees and paved sun terrace immediately adjacent to the property, perfect for those who love to dine alfresco and out door entertain. Alongside the garden is the Paddock which has its own gated access from the lane and the rear garden is well screened by hedging. This includes an orchard with productive fruit trees including eating, cooking and cider apples, pear and plum. The gardens and paddock are enclosed with post and rail fencing and bordered by open farmland with a lovely open backdrop across to Pim Hill and from where wonderful sun sets can be caught.

Directions

When approaching from Shrewsbury proceed along the A528 Ellesmere Road and into the village of Harmer Hill. At the Bridgewater Arms bear left continuing towards Ellesmere and, after a short distance, turn left onto Lower Road. Continue along this road for 0.8 mile and, shortly after passing the farm, the property will be found on the left hand side. Please do not rely on the postcode.

General Information

Tenure
We are advised the property is Freehold . We would recommend this is verified during pre-contract enquiries.

Services

We are advised that mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating.

Council tax banding

As taken from the website we are advised the property is in Band C - again we would recommend this is verified during pre-contract enquiries.

Financial services

We are delighted to work in conjunction with the highly reputable `Ellis-Ridings Mortgage Solutions’ who offer free independent advice and have access to the whole market place of Lenders. We can arrange for a no obligation quote or please visit our website where you will find the mortgage calculator.

Legal services

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Removals

We are proud to recommend Daniel and his team at Homemaster Removals. Please contact us for further details.

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Electrical and other appliances mentioned in these particulars have not been tested by Monks. Therefore prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to their working order.