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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · SY16 3HX
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This beautifully converted former chapel, originally built in 1800, blends historic character with spacious modern living.
An elegant entrance hall leads to versatile reception rooms, a generous family lounge and an impressive open-plan kitchen, dining and vaulted family area overlooking woodland.
The principal bedroom features a striking stained-glass rose window and a luxurious ensuite, complemented by three further bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom.
A galleried landing and mezzanine enhance the home’s light and architectural drama.
Impeccably maintained, the property includes a landscaped garden, garage and ample parking, offering privacy, rural views and convenient access to local amenities.
General Remarks - Originally constructed in 1800 as a chapel, with a school room added in 1810, this remarkable conversion blends rich period character with contemporary open-plan living to exceptional effect.
Approached via the original gates, the property immediately captivates with a hand-carved entrance porch and traditional tiled flooring setting an elegant and historically significant tone.
Stepping inside, the original doors open into a welcoming entrance hall where a central staircase rises to an impressive galleried landing.
Flooded with natural light, this striking architectural feature retains an original chapel pew offering a beautiful reminder of the building’s heritage.
The ground floor also provides two versatile reception rooms—one currently arranged as a guest bedroom, the other as a cosy snug, ideal for quiet relaxation or home working.
From the entrance hall, double doors open into the spacious family lounge, a wonderfully generous room designed for comfortable modern living.
With ample space for entertaining, relaxing and family life, this impressive area forms the heart of the home.
Double doors from the entrance hall open into the impressive kitchen/ dining/ family room, the true centrepiece of the home.
The contemporary kitchen is beautifully appointed with a central island, composite work surfaces, and a full range of integrated appliances.
For enthusiastic cooks, a professional Rangemaster cooker (included in the sale) provides exceptional capability, whilst two pull-out larder cupboards and an integrated dishwasher ensure excellent storage and practicality.
The space transitions effortlessly into the vaulted family room; a stunning, light-filled area with elevated views across the established woodland beyond.
Bathed in natural light and offering a peaceful connection to nature, this enchanting space forms one of the most distinctive features of this exceptional chapel conversion.
Flowing on from the kitchen is a well-appointed shower room, finished to a high standard and ideally positioned for day-to-day convenience.
Adjacent to this is the utility room, providing additional storage, work surfaces and space for laundry appliances.
From here, a door leads directly out to the rear garden, offering an effortless connection between indoor living and the outdoor spaces.
The principal bedroom is of an exceptional size and is beautifully illuminated, with the original stained-glass chapel rose window forming a truly unique and captivating feature.
Ample storage is provided by three built-in oak-fronted wardrobes alongside two additional linen cupboards, ensuring practicality.
This space leads through to a generous four-piece ensuite bathroom, complete with a dual-ended bath enjoying serene views over the woodland beyond.
There are three further bedrooms, each offering flexibility for family, guests or home-working, and all served by a well-appointed four-piece family bathroom.
Flowing from the galleried landing is a striking mezzanine area positioned above the kitchen and family room, complete with a glazed balcony that enhances the sense of light, volume and architectural interest.
The layout throughout is highly adaptable, making the accommodation suitable for a wide variety of lifestyles and buyers.
The property has been exceptionally well maintained and offers a genuine turn-key opportunity with no immediate works required.
Externally - There is a generous landscaped, fenced and lawned garden to the rear that backs onto established woodland.
There is a single garage with parking for multiple vehicles with further communal parking just in front of the chapel.
Viewing is essential to appreciate the high standard of this unique character property that offers rural views and a high degree of privacy, yet convenient location only a 50 minute drive from Shrewsbury and also the coast.
Services - Mains electricity, water, drainage and oil central heating are connected at the property. None of these services have been tested by Halls.
Local Authority/Tax Band - Powys County Council, Ty Maldwyn, Brook Street, Welshpool, SY21 7PH.
Telephone: The property is in band 'G' Directions - Postcode for the property is SY16 3HX What3Words Reference is dairy.notices.studs Viewings - Strictly by appointment only with the selling agents: Halls, 14 Broad Street, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7SD.
Anti Money Laundering 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 £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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