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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · SY10 8JB
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About
Pennal Cottage is a charming three-bedroom detached cottage located in the picturesque hamlet of Measbury Marsh, close to the Montgomery Canal and surrounding countryside.
The property offers well-proportioned accommodation, ample driveway parking and a lawned garden enjoying views towards the canal.
Currently operating as a successful Airbnb, it presents an excellent opportunity as a permanent home, holiday retreat or investment property, conveniently situated approximately 5 miles from Oswestry.
Description - Pennal Cottage is a charming and characterful three-bedroom detached cottage situated in the picturesque hamlet of Measbury Marsh, enjoying a delightful semi-rural setting close to the Montgomery Canal and the surrounding Shropshire countryside.
The property offers well-proportioned accommodation throughout together with generous parking, attractive gardens and the added benefit of currently operating as a successful Airbnb holiday let.
The property is approached via a spacious driveway providing ample off-road parking for several vehicles, together with a small lawned garden area positioned to the front which enjoys attractive views towards the nearby canal, creating a particularly pleasant outdoor setting.
The accommodation briefly comprises a welcoming entrance hall leading through to a spacious reception room which provides an excellent living and entertaining space, benefitting from good natural light and character features typical of a cottage of this style.
The kitchen/breakfast room is well proportioned and fitted with a range of units together with space for appliances and ample room for dining, making it a practical and sociable space for everyday living.
To the first floor the property provides three bedrooms, including a particularly generous principal bedroom together with two further bedrooms offering flexibility for use as guest accommodation, a home office or holiday letting use.
The accommodation is served by a family bathroom fitted with a bath, separate shower, wash hand basin and WC.
Pennal Cottage is currently run as a successful Airbnb, offering an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a property with established income potential in a popular countryside location.
The property is conveniently located approximately 5 miles from Oswestry, which provides a comprehensive range of amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, restaurants, schools and leisure facilities.
The surrounding countryside offers numerous opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits.
Outside - The property is approached over a generous driveway providing ample off-road parking for several vehicles and offering easy access to the front entrance.
The driveway also provides space suitable for visitors or holiday guests, making it particularly practical for the property’s current use as a successful Airbnb.
To the front of the property there is an attractive lawned garden area together with a paved seating space, ideal for outdoor dining and relaxing.
From here there are particularly pleasant views towards the nearby canal, creating a peaceful and picturesque setting.
The outside space offers a lovely balance of parking and garden, with areas suitable for seating, entertaining or enjoying the surrounding countryside.
The proximity to the canal further enhances the setting, providing an appealing backdrop and easy access to scenic walking routes.
W3w - What3Words///olive.wordplay.campus Directions - From Oswestry town centre proceed south out of the town on the A483 in the direction of Welshpool.
Continue through the roundabout at Mile End and follow the A483 for approximately 3 miles towards Maesbury Marsh. Continue through Ball and follow the road into Maesbury Marsh.
Pennal Cottage will be found a short distance along on the right-hand side, identified by a Halls For Sale board.
Situation - Pennal Cottage enjoys an attractive position within the rural hamlet of Measbury Marsh, a picturesque location well known for its proximity to the Montgomery Canal and surrounding Shropshire countryside.
The area is particularly popular with those seeking a peaceful setting while still remaining within convenient reach of nearby towns.
The nearby market town of Oswestry, approximately 3 miles away, provides a comprehensive range of amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, restaurants, schools and leisure facilities.
The area also benefits from excellent access to countryside walks, canal-side paths and outdoor pursuits, making it ideal for those who enjoy an active lifestyle.
The location offers a delightful balance of rural charm and accessibility, with good road connections via the A483, providing links to Welshpool, Shrewsbury and Chester, making Pennal Cottage well suited for both permanent living and holiday accommodation.
Schooling - The property is well placed for a range of schooling facilities in both the state and private sectors.
Nearby primary schools include Criftins CofE Primary School, West Felton CofE Primary School and The Meadows Primary School in Oswestry.
Secondary education is available at The Marches School in Oswestry, while further educational facilities can be found in the surrounding towns.
Independent schooling in the area includes Oswestry School and Moreton Hall School, both of which are well regarded and located within a short drive of the property.
Services - We understand the property benefits from mains electricity, water and drainage. Heating is understood to be via oil-fired central heating.
Tenure - The property is understood to be Freehold, although purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries through their solicitor.
Local Authority - Shropshire County Council, The Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Council Tax Band - The property is currently banded in Council Tax Band D.
Viewings - Via the Agents, Halls, 20 Church Street, Oswestry, SY11 2SP - . Anti-Money Laundering - We are legally obligated to undertake anti-money laundering checks on all property purchasers.
Whilst we are responsible for ensuring that these checks, and any ongoing monitoring, are conducted properly; the initial checks will be handled on our behalf by a specialist company, Movebutler, who will reach out to you once your offer has been accepted.
The charge for these checks is £30 (including VAT) per purchaser, which covers the necessary data collection and any manual checks or monitoring that may be required.
This cost must be paid in advance, directly to Movebutler, before a memorandum of sale can be issued, and is non-refundable. We thank you for your cooperation.
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