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Tel: 01694 722288 THE ORCHARDS [email protected] 4 High Street Church Stretton Ticklerton | Church Stretton | Shropshire | SY6 7DQ Shropshire SY6 6BU
The Orchards_COVER V1.indd 1 20/10/2014 11:02 Originally built just over 10 years ago to provide a bed and breakfast and market garden business, this attractive six-bedroom detached family home is set in large gardens THE ORCHARDS with an established orchard, paddocks and outbuildings in the hamlet of Ticklerton. Situated within the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this versatile property has Thebeautiful countryside views all around.
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The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 1 20/10/2014 11:04 The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 2 20/10/2014 11:04 The Orchards, Ticklerton is a very attractive, modern and extremely spacious detached country house set in approximately 4.67 acres of gardens and grounds, to include well stocked garden areas with lawns, patios and floral beds, a well-established orchard offering numerous trees including apple, pear, cherry, plum, peach and nectarine together with Walnut and Hazelnut trees, a very productive soft fruit garden, which has black/white/red currant bushes, blueberries, gooseberries, raspberries, loganberries and josta berry bushes. There are also two pasture paddocks adjacent to the gardens ideal for equestrian uses, which extend to the eastern boundary brook. One hundred metres from the main house, in one of the paddocks, is a large barn, with power and lighting and nearby, mains water supply to a trough. There is a third small paddock containing grape vines and a large wood framed greenhouse with mains water. The property offers superb open views 360° around the property to include the Wenlock Edge and Hope Bowdler Hill scenery. The Orchards lies on the edge of the hamlet of Ticklerton in the parish of Eaton-under-Heywood, all within an area of outstanding natural beauty.
The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 3 overview 20/10/2014 11:04 The property was constructed in 2004 by local builders, Bennett Homes Ltd with a great deal of attention made in regard to its design and specifications. It incorporates all modern facilities including a superb extensively fitted kitchen with an electric Rangemaster double width oven. It benefits from double-glazed windows throughout, oil fired under floor heating to all floors with individual room thermostats and solar panels erected on the roof of the garage. The high quality extends from the exterior into the interior, with solid oak doors and wood work including the fine oak balustrade staircase ascending to the first and second floor galleried style landings.
The south-facing property undoubtedly inviteds inspection to appreciate the quality and accommodation. It presents as an ideal family home and also has the potential for a Bed & Breakfast business. There is a carport for three cars in a large oak-framed open garage and an attached workshop; there are solar panels on the south facing carport roof.
Oak Front Door with leaded glazed panel with matching side panels and window to side, leading to:
ENTRANCE HALL (2.13m x 1.58m approx) with tiled floor, under floor heating and ceiling down lights. Oak partly glazed door to:
SPACIOUS RECEPTION HALL (4.62m x 3.46m approx) with fitted carpet, under floor heating, ceiling coving, telephone point, smoke alarm and ceiling down lighters.
CLOAKROOM (1.61m x 1.05m) with tiled floor, under floor heating, white suite comprising low level flush wc, wash basin with tiled splash back, frosted window to side and extractor fan. step inside
The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 4 20/10/2014 11:04 LOUNGE (5.88m x 4.53m approx) with fitted carpet, ceiling coving, under floor heating, ceiling down lights, centre light, 4 wall light points and ceiling speakers. Oak surround fireplace with marble hearth and inset housing Clearview multi-fuel burner. French window to side garden, window to side, tv aerial point and telephone point. French doors to:
SUN ROOM (3.86m x 2.87m approx) constructed of part brick with timber framed double glazed windows and solid roof, with tiled floor and under floor heating. Ceiling light, exposed ceiling beams, wall mounted speakers and French windows to garden and patio.
DINING ROOM (5.86m x 2.96m approx) with fitted carpet, under floor heating, ceiling coving, tv aerial point, ceiling speakers, centre light, 3 wall light points, window to front. French doors to garden and patio. Double Oak partly glazed doors to reception hall.
STUDY (3.46m x 2.30m approx) with fitted carpet, under floor heating, ceiling down lights, tv aerial point, telephone point, ceiling speakers and window overlooking rear garden.
BOILER ROOM with tiled floor, under floor heating, large high pressure water system tank, oil fired Grant central heating boiler, emergency lighting system and central heating programmer.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM (5.36m x 3.94m into bay window approx) with tiled floor, under floor heating, ceiling down lights and ceiling speakers. Extensive range of fitted wall and base units including plate rack and 2 glass fronted china cabinets with marble effect work surfaces over. Integrated Bosch dish washer, one and half bowl stainless steel sink unit. Tiled surrounds, tall larder units, smoke alarm and tv aerial point. French doors to side garden, electric double width Rangemaster Classic range with 2 ovens, grill and 6 ring ceramic hob with cooker hood over.
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“We came here about four and a half years ago,” says Diana, “and were attracted by the location, which provides lovely views to Wenlock Edge in the east and Hope Bowdler Hill in the north, with only farmland between. Nevertheless, the house is part of a community and has near neighbours, and yet you’re not normally aware of them.”
The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 6 20/10/2014 11:04 “We also liked the layout and the space, which would insight accommodate the family at Christmas and so on, while during the summer it could be used for bed and breakfast guests. The house was absolutely perfect and we didn’t need to make any changes, except we chose to install solar panels on the roof of the three-bay garage and storage area.”
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UTILITY ROOM (2.74m x 1.93m approx) with tiled floor, under floor heating, matching base units with marble effect work surface over and stainless steel sink unit. Ceiling down lights, tall storage cupboard, plumbing for washing machine and tiled surrounds. Half glazed side entrance door to side garden.
Imposing Oak balustrade staircase with fitted carpet, carved spindles, half landing leading to the first floor galleried landing.
FIRST FLOOR GALLERIED LANDING with fitted carpet, under floor heating, Oak balustrades, ceiling down lights, ceiling coving, window to side and smoke alarm. Airing Cupboard with shelving.
MASTER BEDROOM (5.88m x 4.65m approx) Side double bedroom with fitted carpet, under floor heating, ceiling down lights, tv aerial point, telephone point and 3 windows to side and rear. Double built in wardrobe and centre light. Excellent views of Wenlock Edge to the east. Door to
EN SUITE SHOWER (1.94m x 1.28m) with tiled floor, under floor heating, corner shower with Mira Sports shower fitment. Low level flush wc, vanity unit with wash basin, cupboard, wall mirror and shaver point, fully tiled walls, ceiling down lights and extractor fan.
BEDROOM TWO (5.38m x 3.12m approx) Front double bedroom with fitted carpet, under floor heating, ceiling down lights, tv aerial point, telephone point, windows to the front and side. Double built in wardrobe. Excellent views of the Wenlock Edge to the east. Door to:
EN SUITE SHOWER (1.97m x 1.29m) with tiled floor, under floor heating, corner shower with Mira Sports shower fitment. Low level flush wc, vanity unit with wash basin, cupboard, wall mirror and shaver point, Fully tiled walls, ceiling down lights and extractor fan
The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 8 20/10/2014 11:04 “The nearest shops, including a Co-op supermarket, are close by in Church Stretton,” adds Diana, “which also has a secondary school; there are primary schools at Rushbury and Church Stretton as well. Church Stretton is on the railway line that runs north to Shrewsbury and south to Ludlow, Leominster and Hereford, which are also connected by the A49. So for a wider range of shops, you can easily get to all of these places, and Telford too.”
The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 9 20/10/2014 11:04 BEDROOM THREE (3.44m x 2.95m approx) Rear double bedroom with fitted carpet, under floor heating, ceiling down lights, bedhead spotlights, tv aerial point and telephone point. Vanity unit with wash basin, cupboard under, tiled splash back and shaver point. Window to rear with views towards the Hope Bowdler Hill.
BEDROOM FOUR (2.96m x 2.32m approx) Front single bedroom with fitted carpet, under floor heating, bed head spotlights, tv aerial point, telephone point, window to front and ceiling down lights.
BATHROOM (2.29m x 2.53m approx) with tiled floor, under floor heating, ceiling down lights, Jacuzzi whirlpool bath, vanity unit with cupboards and wash basin with mirror over. Fully tiled walls, storage cupboards, low level flush wc, extractor fan, window to rear and heated towel rail.
Oak balustrade staircase with fitted carpet and half landing leading to
SECOND FLOOR GALLERIED LANDING with fitted carpet, under floor heating, ceiling down lights, smoke alarm, built-in storage cupboard, window to rear offering views towards Hope Bowdler Hill.
BEDROOM FIVE (3.03m x 3.67m approx) Side double bedroom with fitted carpet, under floor heating, ceiling down lights, tv aerial point, window to side and telephone point. Access to eaves and ceiling hatch to loft.
BEDROOM SIX (4.72m x 3.66m approx) Side double bedroom with fitted carpet, under floor heating, telephone point, tv aerial point, access to eaves, windows to side and rear, ceiling down lights. Door to:
The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 10 20/10/2014 11:04 “There are lovely gardens to the front and the rear,” continues Diana, “with well-stocked beds and borders of shrubs, areas of paving and two large expanses of lawn; we’ve actually hosted the village fête here a couple of times, which benefits both the church and the village hall. A gate leads from the garden into the orchard, which has lots of different kinds of fruit trees, such as damsons, cherries, plums, apples and pears, and there are currently two small vegetable plots. Next to that there’s a very productive area of soft fruit bushes including raspberries, black, white and red currants, gooseberries, jostaberries, loganberries and blueberries. There are also grape vines in a separate area and a large wood-framed greenhouse with mains water. We’ve enjoyed the bounty of the previous owner’s vision of a market garden! Then, of course, there are the paddocks, which could be used to keep a horse or pony; there’s a tractor barn in one of the paddocks that could probably be converted into a stable.”
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents 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 20.10.2014
The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 13 20/10/2014 11:04 The property lies close to the traditional scenic market town of Church Stretton often referred to as Little Switzerland is ideally placed midway between the county town of Shrewsbury and the renowned historic town of Ludlow.
Set in the stunning South Shropshire Hills, the town has direct access to 20 square miles of National Trust owned land known as the Long Mynd with valleys and moorland offering a haven for walkers and country lovers generally.
The town offers a comprehensive range of everyday and specialist shops with a full range of facilities including schools, library, public houses and restaurants. There is a mainline railway station with connections to London and a dual carriageway link at Shrewsbury to the national motorway system.
The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 14 local area20/10/2014 11:04 All of these factors add up to a thriving local community with many clubs and societies and a population of approximately 3,500 enjoying a good standard of living in beautiful surroundings.
The county town of Shrewsbury offers excellent facilities, both educational and recreational, with many national retailers as well as excellent health care. To the south is Ludlow, a pretty town famed for its gastronomic reputation, many festivals and architecture.
local area The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 15 20/10/2014 11:04 The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 16 20/10/2014 11:04 DRESSING ROOM (3.57m x 2.68m approx) with fitted carpet, under floor heating, ceiling down lights, smoke alarm and ceiling hatch. Door to:
EN SUITE SHOWER (3.62m x 2.71m approx.) with tiled floor, under floor heating, shower with glazed screens, vanity unit with wash basin, cupboard, wall mirror and shaver point. Low level flush wc, heated towel rail, ceiling down lights and extractor fan.
Outside
OAK FRAMED GARAGE (8.48m x 5.29m approx) with tiled roof, lighting and power.
WORK SHOP (5.12m x 2.74m approx) with stable door, window, lighting and power. Management controls for the solar panels.
Large BARN with lighting and power. Mains water supply to nearby trough.
Services We understand mains electricity and metered water are connected. Septic tank drainage
Council Tax Band G
Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on (01694) 722288
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The Orchards_PAGES V3.indd 18 20/10/2014 11:04 “I will miss having everything so handy, yet also having the views and the quietness of the countryside here,” concludes THE ORCHARDS Diana, “but I will especially miss the local community. The Orchards makes a lovely family home and offers all sorts of Orchardsother possibilities.”
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