3-bedroom house · SY7 9DY
For saleListed 488 days
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About
Situation: The Plough is a rare opportunity set in an idyllic position in one of Shropshire’s most sought-after areas, surrounded by countryside designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (Shropshire Hills National Landscape).
This spacious country cottage offers excellent and flexible accommodation arranged over two floors.
The property comprises of a contemporary style kitchen with an Aga and Island, a lounge with dual aspect windows offering views of the garden and countryside beyond, a dining room with a working stove under a bressumer, utility room, two halls and a study.
The ground floor also provides a good-sized bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a downstairs bathroom. On the first floor there are two bedrooms and a family bathroom.
In addition to the main house there is a studio space with separate access that includes a working stove.
This could be utilised as a fourth bedroom / guest suite / multi-generational living subject to some alterations and the necessary planning permission.
Outside the property comprises of a gravel driveway through a gated entrance, plenty of off-road parking, a Cart Style two bay detached garage and a workshop which has light and power.
The gardens at The Plough have been creatively landscaped by the current vendors and are a really special feature.
To the left of the driveway a fenced area leads to the garden pond which is a haven for wildlife. A path continues around the pond to the fruit orchard and wild meadow.
From the driveway a path leads to the property and the main gardens which wrap around the cottage with a vast range of mature plants, trees and shrubs.
The greenhouse also stands as a feature in the kitchen garden.
The garden has been very well thought out and provides various places to sit and enjoy the views and the stunning surrounding countryside.
The Plough sits at the foot of Nordy Bank (an Iron Age Hill Fort) enjoying an attractive rural setting in the heart of the Shropshire Hills National Landscape, only 10 miles from the historic market town of Ludlow.
The property is surrounded by wonderful countryside for outdoor pursuits with excellent walking and riding as well as being within easy reach of a selection of first class independent and state schools.
The village of Clee St. Margaret has a thriving local community centred on the Village Hall.
Ditton Priors has a Doctors Surgery, Mini Supermarket, Fuel Station, highly rated Primary School, family Butchers, Pub (The Howard Arms) and a Post Office.
Travel links within the area are good with the A49 linking the county towns of Hereford to the south and Shrewsbury to the north where you can connect to the A5 / M54 to Telford, Wolverhampton and Birmingham.
Ludlow is on the main Manchester to Cardiff railway line. Regional International airports are at Liverpool, Manchester and Birmingham. Services: Mains water and electricity. Septic tank drainage.
Oil fired central heating and Aga. Two log burners.
Council Tax: Band E Postcode: SY7 9DY Local Authority: Shropshire Council Mobile Signal: EE Y (Limited) Vodafone Y (Limited) O2 Y (Likely) Three Y (Limited) Broadband Speed: Our research has indicated that Airband is available at this property.
Please conduct your own research to ensure the speeds meet your requirements. Flood Risk: Surface Water, Rivers and the Sea: Very Low Risk.
Fixtures and Fittings: Whilst all attempts have been made to accurately describe the property in regard to fixtures and fittings, a comprehensive list will be made available by the seller’s solicitors.
Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way: The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
Please Note: The property is located within a Conservation Area. Directions: From Ludlow take the second exit on the Rocks Green roundabout heading towards Clee Hill.
After approximately ½ mile take the left turning towards Bridgnorth.
Proceed along this road for approximately 4.5 miles then take the left turning towards Stoke St Milborough, continue through the village and Clee St Margaret is in approximately 3/4 mile.
Once you reach a crossroads, turn right sign posted Cockshutford, follow this along and the property can be found on your left hand side. What3Words: outsmart.barbarian.makes
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