3 The Square Church Stretton Shropshire SY6 6DA www.samuelwood.co.uk New House Farmhouse, Ratlinghope Wentnor SY5 0SU A charming three bedroom detached cottage, with 3.6 acres, sitting within the unspoilt rolling South Shropshire hills. EPC rating G Offers In The Region Of 200,000 t: 01694 722723 e: stretton@samuelwood.co.uk
New House Farmhouse has been a wellloved holiday home within the same ownership for 40 years. The house would benefit from some modernisation, however, it offers an oasis of peace and tranquillity for those wishing to escape to the country. Sitting within a rural location, the house benefits from breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Situated just under a mile from a popular country pub and from the main road to Shrewsbury to the north or Bishops Castle to the south, New House Farmhouse is the ideal location for a refreshing break, with endless walking opportunities in the immediate vicinity, including the well-renowned Shropshire Way. Sitting Room With quarry tiled flooring, fireplace with ovens (not in use) and window overlooking the gardens. Bathroom A ground floor bathroom with bath and wash hand basin. Adjacent is the W.C. Rear hall With door to the rear of the house. Stairs rise from the dining room to the first floor landing, with store cupboard housing the hot water cylinder. Bedroom one A generously proportioned double bedroom with windows enjoying the lovely views. This room has an en-suite W.C with wash hand basin. Dining Room A good sized room with part flagstone flooring and fireplace with original bread oven to the side. Kitchen Fitted with base units incorporating a stainless steel sink unit. To view this property call our Church Stretton office t: 01694 722723
Bedroom two A double room with feature fireplace and exposed beamed wall. Land The land, which extends to approximately 3.6 acres, lies to the rear and offers both livestock grazing and fabulous views. The current owners have an informal rental agreement with a local farmer, who uses the land for grazing. The land is partly fenced with posts and wire. There is a brick built store within the closest paddock area, used for storage. Bedroom Three A door from bedroom two leads into a further double bedroom with two windows overlooking the gardens and surrounding countryside. Outside The property is accessed and has a right of way over a farm track, which leads from the village road and through three field gates. The track leads into the property's parking area and a pedestrian gate provides access to the garden and cottage. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn and interspersed with some mature trees. A detached garden store lies to the side of the property. Tenure The property has freehold tenure. Service We understand that mains electricity is connected. The property has a private borehole water supply and septic tank drainage.
Agents note Please be aware that there are two former stone outbuildings which are in a derelict condition and caution is advised on viewing. Our clients inform us that the access to the property during the winter months, or periods of extreme wet weather, can only be gained with a 4x4 vehicle. Whilst a public footpath passes down the access track, through the parking area and beyond past the cottage, the access is private and viewings are strictly by appointment via the selling agents. There is a public footpath (right of way) through the parking area and beyond the cottage down the track. The property also has shared rights to the septic tank. Directions From Craven Arms take the A489 towards Churchstoke. Immediately after passing the junction to Bishops Castle take the right turn on a sharp left hand bend, this road is signposted to More, Norbury, Wentnor and Pulverbatch. Continue on this road for 6 miles until entering the parish of Ratlinghope and turn right signed to Ratlinghope Church and Church Stretton. Turn immediately right again, keeping the Bridges Pub on your left. Proceed over the stream and up the hill until reaching a track on your right, which has a public footpath sign for The Shropshire Way. Access to the property is private and viewings are strictly by appointment. To View To View this property contact the Church Stretton Office on 01694 722723 Tenure We understand the property is Freehold Local Authority Shropshire Council, The Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire SY2 6ND. Tel 0345 678 9000 Council Tax Band: A
3 The Square, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6DA offices at Shrewsbury ~ Craven Arms ~ Ludlow Oswestry ~ Mayfair Office, London www.samuelwood.co.uk We take every care in preparing our sales details. They are checked and usually verified by the Vendor. We do not guarantee appliances, alarms, electrical fittings, plumbing, showers, etc. You must satisfy yourself that they operate correctly. Room sizes are approximate; they are usually taken in metric and converted to imperial. Do not use them to buy carpets or furniture. We cannot verify the tenure, as we do not have access to the legal title; we cannot guarantee boundaries or rights of way so you must take the advice of your legal representative. If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the information. Do so particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view. Applicants are advised that the majority of our shots are taken with a wide angle lens.