Bridgnorth, Shropshire

Wrickton House

Cleobury North | Bridgnorth | WV16 6RS

WRICKTON HOUSE

Wrickton House is almost mid-way between Bridgnorth and Ludlow. The surrounding countryside is outstanding and dominated to the west by the Brown Clee Hill, a well known local landmark rising to a height of 540m above sea level, standing within an area designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Wrickton House is a former barn standing to the South East of Cleobury North, located in outstanding countryside with beautiful views of the local landscape. The house is surrounded by the Boyne Estate and is one of the very few privately owned houses within the prestigious Estate.

The property is also within a convenient distance of two award winning traditional country pubs with rooms. The Pheasant at Neenton and the Boyne Arms at Burwarton. Both can provide additional accommodation locally for extended family if required.

Wolverhampton train station is approximately a 30 minute drive making the commute to London accessible from the property.

ACCOMMODATION

STEP INSIDE…

The barn was thoughtfully and skilfully converted by an architect who succeeded in combining the barns original “rustic” character with a contemporary stylish feel.

The accommodation is centrally heated and double glazed. Internally there are areas of exposed stonework, exposed brickwork and some cast iron radiators. The windows and door frames are solid oak.

Reception Hall

The reception hall sets you up for the rest of Wrickton House. With its welsh slate tiled floor, exposed stone walls and feature decorative beams it guides you through to a large oak framed arched window overlooking the stunning Courtyard gardens. It provides ample storage for your country living attire.

Wet Room

Fitted with a walk-in shower the wet room provides the perfect space for cleaning off those muddy boots, children or dogs before you enter the main house. It has fully tiled walls and floor, a cast iron radiator and recessed spotlights.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room/Utility

An impressive & sociable space, the heart of the home. This enviable room has been architecturally designed with a striking floor-toceiling height, offering a contemporary yet practical feel. The room offers attractive exposed stone walls, exposed roof trusses and two sets of Oak French doors to the adjoining gardens, making it perfect for enjoying Al-Fresco dining.

The Kitchen comprises a matching range of wall and base units of cupboards and drawers. Rangemaster one-and-a-half bowl stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap. Handmade solid oak work surfaces and welsh slate floor tiles compliment the contemporary feel of the room. The kitchen also has an Aga four oven cooker/ boiler and an integrated BOSCH dishwasher.

The Utility area includes an integrated Whirlpool tumble dryer and plumbing for a washing machine. Wine rack. Pantry Cupboard. Belfast sinks with mixer tap and tiled splash-back.

Living Room

At approx.. 38 feet long this is another magnificent family room to compliment your country lifestyle. With its solid hardwood flooring, vaulted ceiling, exposed decorative beams and an impressive contemporary style open fire it has many different uses to serve you across the seasons. It is heated by three radiators and has beautiful Oak French doors leading to the Courtyard garden.

Family Bathroom

The family bathroom serves Bedroom 3 and 4 and comprises of a stylish white suite with an oversized bath. It has a pedestal wash hand basin, low flush WC, radiator, recessed spotlights, tiled floor and also has Oak French doors leading to the Courtyard garden.

Bedroom 4/Gym

A versatile room currently serving as a gym. It has Oak French doors leading to the Courtyard, fitted wardrobes and a single radiator.

Bedroom 3

A double bedroom with Oak French doors leading to the Courtyard garden, fitted wardrobes and a single radiator.

Study/Games Room – Potential for adaption into a self-contained Annexe

Another versatile family room with potential. It currently houses a small log burner with attractive tiled hearth, a single radiator, feature decorative beams and Oak French Doors to the rear gardens and to the central courtyard garden. A wooden staircase rises to the First Floor Guest suite.

Bedroom 4

Currently being used as a twin guest room – houses feature decorative beams and a single radiator.

Bedroom 5

A double bedroom providing French windows which open to the rear of the property allowing unspoilt views of the local countryside. It houses feature decorative beams and a single radiator

Guest Bathroom

Generously appointed guest bathroom which includes a white suite of bath with shower over. A Canova Royal wash hand basin with mixer tap, Low flush WC. It is Part wall tiled, has a tiled floor, recessed spotlights and a heated towel rail

Attic

Currently being used as a significant storage area this full height attic space has the potential for conversion (subject to the required planning).

From the Inner Hall, a separate oak staircase/landing rises to the Master Suite

At almost 22 Feet long this master suite offers both a sleeping and lounging area. With it’s attractive exposed brick walls, feature decorative beams and views over both sides of the property it is a perfect place to unwind after those long walks across the Shropshire countryside.

Dressing Room

A practical dressing area with fitted hanging rails & shelving. This area also houses unspoilt views over the surrounding countryside.

En-Suite Shower Room

A large contemporary style shower room flooded with natural light. The En-suite comprises a shower, low flush WC, wash hand basin, white tiled floor, single radiator, skylight and feature decorative beams

STEP OUTSIDE

Outside there is an extensive gated driveway which can accommodate several vehicles. The driveway provides direct access to a garage with a mezzanine floor – this outbuilding has potential for conversion (subject to the required planning permissions).

The property also benefits from a further two brick-built barns. One single height and currently being used as storage, the second is double height and benefits from full detailed planning permission. Decision Notice 23/02014/CPE .

The garage and the barns provide significant potential for this property (based on the required planning permissions). They could offer solutions such as residential accommodation, workshops, home offices, gyms and other leisure facilities.

The 360 Degree gardens surrounding Wrickton House are particularly attractive. They were designed by a Landscape Architect in a cottage style with a rich informality including a secluded seating/BBQ area with surrounding hedges, a well kept kitchen garden and beyond an orchard and formal lawns on both sides of the property. The Courtyard garden at the centre of the plot also offers a peaceful and tranquil retreat with casual seating for Al-fresco dining.

There is a further small outbuilding in the garden area currently being used for storage but again offers potential for conversion (subject to the required planning consents)

Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg. No. OC310186.

Registered office address: McCartneys LLP, The Ox Pasture, Overton Road, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 4AA.

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Services

Mains electricity and water. Private drainage.

Heating

Oil-fired central heating, log burner & large open fire

Directions

From Bridgnorth, take the B4364 Ludlow Road. Continue through Neenton and into Cleobury North. As you leave Cleobury North, turn left, signposted Stottesdon. After approximately 1.5 miles, turn left for Winterburn & Oldfield. The entrance to Wrickton House will be on the left-hand side.

Council Tax Band: F

EPC Rating: E

Tenure: Freehold

£1,200,000

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 27.06.2023

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