Detached house for sale in Ford Heath, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY5

A central hallway gives access to the primary ground floor rooms. The drawing room, kitchen/breakfast room and sitting room are found to the south of the house, their orientation filling them with natural light and making the utmost of the open views. The kitchen breakfast room has a range of fitted units and a beautiful bay window, giving an excellent feeling of connection to the gardens. Adjacent is a large, useful utility/boot room (with separate external access) and a comfortable sitting room with French doors out to a rear terrace. The drawing room is found nearby, an elegant space with an open fire and views of the gardens from two aspects. A large dining room completes the reception space, with its characterful beamed ceiling, arched windows and open fire.

Stairs rise to the first floors where a split landing gives access to five double bedrooms and two bathrooms (one en-suite). Many of these bedrooms have delightful views over the grounds and surrounding countryside. A useful study or additional bedroom complete this floor, along with an airing cupboard and storeroom.

Lot two: An adjacent property (Corner Cottage) and a further 10.7 acres is available by separate negotiation.

Gardens and Grounds
A long driveway gives a wonderful approach to the property, sweeping up to the house and its range of outbuildings.

Immediate formal gardens have been beautifully maintained, surrounding the property and divided into several interesting spaces. To the south of the house is a large lawned area flanked by mature borders and a beautiful
selection of established trees. Adjacent is a productive kitchen garden which includes a greenhouse. Near to the driveway is a range of outbuildings which includes stabling, a barn and garaging. Beyond the formal gardens is a tennis court, backed by an area of woodland. A generous paddock sits to the south, protecting the integrity and views of the house.

Agents Note
Willow Field shares its access with the adjacent property, Corner Cottage. Corner Cottage, along with an additional 10.7 acres is available by separate negotiation.

There is a footpath that passes along part of the driveway, please see the land plan and ask the agent for further information.

Services
Mains electricity and water. Private draining via septic tank. Oil fired central heating.

Situation
Willow Field occupies a private rural setting on the outskirts of the quiet hamlet of Ford Heath, approximately seven miles west of Shrewsbury, surrounded by lovely open countryside, with far reaching views. The nearby County Town of Shrewsbury offers a fine selection of shops and restaurants, along with excellent recreational and educational facilities. Several highly regarded preparatory and public schools are close by, including Prestfelde, Shrewsbury School, Shrewsbury High School for Girls, as well as a number of popular state schools.

Road links are convenient, with the A5/ M54 providing access to Telford, Birmingham, and the national motorway network. There is a national train station at Shrewsbury providing direct rail links to London.

Distances: Shrewsbury 6.8 miles, Welshpool 13.5 miles, Oswestry 19 miles, Church
Stretton 18 miles (Distances are approximate)

Directions (SY5 9GG)
From the A5, west of Shrewsbury, take the B4386. After approximately three miles, take the right-hand turn signposted Ford and Montford Bridge. At the T junction, turn left and after a short distance, at the crossroads, turn left again. The driveway for Willow Field will be found after a short distance on your left-hand side. Pass over the cattle grid and along the driveway and Willow Field will be found in front of you.

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