3-bedroom house · SY4 5QX
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Set in a peaceful rural spot just under two miles from Wem, this charming detached cottage offers a practical three-bedroom layout with two reception rooms, useful boot and utility rooms, a bright lounge with log burner, a sociable kitchen, and extensive outside space including a large barn, two outbuildings and a stable, along with open countryside views, a well-maintained front garden and ample off-road parking.
Brief description This charming detached cottage sits in a peaceful rural setting just under two miles from Wem, offering the appeal of countryside living with easy access to the town's amenities, schooling, shops and transport links.
The property features a number of period touches and a spacious, practical layout throughout. You enter into a generous entrance hall with plenty of room for coats, shoes and everyday storage.
To the right is a bright, spacious lounge centred around a log burner, creating a warm and welcoming living space.
To the left, the cottage-style kitchen offers ample storage and room for a dining table and chairs, giving it a sociable, family-friendly feel.
Off the kitchen is a separate dining room which could equally serve as a playroom, home office or snug.
A boot room and a separate utility room add further practicality.Upstairs, there are three bedrooms: Two are good-sized doubles, while the third is a comfortable single.
The family bathroom includes a corner bath with shower over.
Outside, the property benefits from excellent storage and versatility, including a massive barn, two additional outbuildings and a stable, subject to any local authority consents that may be required for storage, hobbies or workshop use.
The property is surrounded by open countryside field views, enhancing its rural setting. To the front is a well-maintained garden, and the property enjoys plenty of off-road parking.
Location The property is situated in the rural hamlet of Rye Bank, which is less than 2 miles from the North Shropshire market town of Wem offering facilities for daily requirements with leisure and recreational facilities including a football and cricket club, both primary and secondary schools, train station and doctor's surgery.
The village of Prees which benefits from a train station, convenience store/post office, newsagents, doctors surgery, hairdressers, recreational facilities and a highly regarded primary school is around 2 miles away.
The larger centres of Shrewsbury, Telford, Chester, Wrexham and Crewe are all within 14 - 26 miles.
Front entrance kitchen/diner 23' 9" x 11' 5" (7.24m x 3.48m) lounge 15' 9" x 13' 8" (4.8m x 4.17m) dining room 10' 6" x 9' 4" (3.2m x 2.84m) bootroom/utility room 13' 3" x 5' 8" (4.04m x 1.73m) bedroom one 15' 6" x 13' 9" (4.72m x 4.19m) bedroom two 11' 5" x 9' 4" (3.48m x 2.84m) bedroom three 11' 5" x 6' 4" (3.48m x 1.93m) bathroom 8' 6" x 6' 7" (2.59m x 2.01m) outside barn 47' 1" x 29' 2" (14.35m x 8.89m) storage 17' x 15' 4" (5.18m x 4.67m) storage 16' 9" x 10' 4" (5.11m x 3.15m) stable 16' 8" x 10' 7" (5.08m x 3.23m) tenure We are advised that the property is Freehold and this will be confirmed by the Vendors Solicitor during the Pre- Contract Enquiries.
Vacant possession upon completion. Local authority Council Tax Band E. Shropshire Council, Shirehall, Shrewsbury, SY2 6nd. Tel: Services We are advised that mains electricity and water are available.
Electric Heating. Private Drainage via Septic Tank.
Barbers have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings etc or services to this property, so cannot confirm that they are in working order or fit for purpose.
A buyer is recommended to obtain confirmation from their Surveyor or Solicitor. Property information We believe this information to be accurate, but it cannot be guaranteed.
The fixtures, fittings, appliances and mains services have not been tested. If there is any point which is of particular importance please obtain professional confirmation.
All measurements quoted are approximate. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.
Viewing arrangements By arrangement with the Agents Office at 34 High Street, Whitchurch, Shropshire, SY13 1BB: Tel: Or email: How to find the property From Whitchurch proceed on the B5476 towards Wem for approximately 6.5 miles, then take the right turn signposted for Loppington.Continue on down this road until you reach the junction, take a right turn and the property can be found shortly after on the right hand side.
Energy performance EPC tbc. The full energy performance certificate (EPC) is available for this property upon request.
Aml regulations We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property.
Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Movebutler who will contact you once you have had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy.
The cost of these checks is £30 (incl. VAT), which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required.
This fee will need to be paid by you in advance, ahead of us issuing a memorandum of sale (in the case of a buyer), directly to Movebutler, and is non-refundable.
Method of sale For Sale by Private Treaty. WH40051 070526
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