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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · SY4 3JL
For saleListed 43 days
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About
A truly impressive period family home, thoughtfully extended and beautifully presented, with superb indoor-outdoor living, impressive garaging and stunning gardens.
Directions - From Shrewsbury proceed North along Ellesmere Road (A528) through Harmer Hill following signs to Wem.
Proceed along and on reaching a set of cross roads take the right turn signposted Clive.
Follow this lane through to the village, proceed straight up High Street and Dolphin Cottage (number 1) will be found on the left hand side.
Situation - The property is situated close to the centre of this sought after village which is surrounded by beautiful open countryside.
The village itself is popular due to its amenities including a medical centre, church, primary school and village hub, whilst also being in close proximity to some lovely walks along Grinshill and Corbett Woods and only 3/4 mile to Yorton Train Station.
Further amenities can be found at the market town of Wem which include a good range of shops, excellent schools and a rail service.
Commuters are well placed for a number of regional centres which include Shrewsbury, Telford, The Potteries and Chester.
Description - Believed to have been originally built for the local quarry master, Dolphin Cottage is a stunning and beautifully enhanced period house, combining an abundance of original character with a superb level of contemporary refinement.
The current owners have thoughtfully updated, extended and reconfigured the property to create a truly exceptional family home, offering generous and beautifully appointed accommodation arranged over two floors and presented throughout in immaculate decorative order.
A welcoming reception hall, with attractive exposed stonework, provides access to the principal living spaces and immediately establishes the character and quality found throughout the house.
The exceptional living room is a particularly impressive space, featuring a handsome fireplace with log-burning stove and flowing seamlessly into the recently constructed garden room.
Designed to make the most of the beautiful gardens, this light-filled extension features bi-folding doors opening directly onto the outside terrace and overlooking the delightful walled gardens beyond - creating a superb space for both everyday family life and entertaining.
The stunning Neptune kitchen is beautifully appointed with bespoke dual-tone cabinetry, including a fabulous larder cupboard, complemented by an excellent range of Neff appliances and extensive Silestone work surfaces.
A substantial central island provides an excellent focal point together with additional storage and workspace.
The kitchen is both highly practical and exceptionally stylish, perfectly suited to modern family living.
There are two further reception rooms, currently arranged as a cosy snug with its own log-burning stove and a formal dining room.
Completing the ground floor is a useful study/inner hall, guest cloakroom and well-equipped utility room.
To the first floor are four generous bedrooms, including an impressive principal bedroom with a wealth of built-in storage and a beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom two also benefits from a refitted en-suite shower room, complete with a large walk-in shower.
Two further bedrooms are served by a modern family bathroom, fitted with a contemporary white suite.
Outside - The approach to Dolphin Cottage is particularly attractive, with twin timber gates opening onto a sweeping driveway, which extends to the property and provides ample parking as well as access to the large garage, fitted with an electric door.
The walled gardens are a delightful feature of the property, providing an excellent degree of privacy and creating a wonderfully established setting.
Expansive flowing lawns are bordered by mature shrubbery beds, while a number of secluded seating areas provide ideal spots in which to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Some of these areas also benefit from lovely views across the neighbouring countryside.
Adjoining the garage is a substantial and highly useful workshop, benefiting from both power and lighting and offering excellent additional space for hobbies, storage or practical use.
General Remarks - Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Checks - 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 £36 (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.
Fixtures And Fittings - Only those items described in these sale particulars are included in the sale. The AGA is available by separate negotiation. Tenure - Freehold.
Purchasers must confirm via their solicitor. Services - Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are understood to be connected. None of these services have been tested.
The property also has the benefit of solar panels. Council Tax - The property is in Council Tax band 'F' on the Shropshire Council Register.
Viewings - By appointment through Halls, 2 Barker Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1QJ.
Value & comps
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