8, , , , SY7 0QF Offers in the region of £525,000 8, Hopton Castle, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 0QF

Beautiful gardens, wonderful views, idyllic village setting and a 17th century property waiting for a new owner to put their stamp on it.....this is the escape to the country wish list in all its glory! If you want to live the dream, it starts right here.

Key Features roses, archways, vegetable plots, fruit cages and a Knighton. Slightly further afield finds - A Detached 17th Century Residence luscious green lawn. There is so much space and so town, which is 13 miles away and the county town of - Set in an Idyllic Village Location many interesting elements to the garden that you Shropshire, , which lies 28 miles away. - Large Mature Gardens will never tire of strolling around enjoying the - Spacious Accommodation Packed with Charm and sights and sounds of nature. is an historic village with evidence Character of a settlement being present here since the Roman - 5 Bedrooms, 4 Reception Rooms and 3 Bathrooms If you are looking for your escape to country then times as well as a mention in the Domesday Book. - Useful Cellar you really have just found the ideal property. It has The village itself sits alongside the River - Off Road Parking it all, the location, the history, the views, the Teme/ and offers plenty of useful facilities to - Surrounded by Glorious Views and Countryside garden.....all it needs now is your heart and soul to include a doctor's surgery, a petrol station with - Grade II Listed make it home, a home that you will be happy in for everyday shop and a post office, a church, village The Property many years to come. hall, 2 (The Lion & The Sun), a primary school, a Starting life in the 17th century as three cottages, The Location cafe, a butchers, a garage, a fish & chip shop and a the walls of 6,7 and 8 Hopton Castle, could they Number 8 occupies an idyllic position in the small fire station as well as a number of small business speak, would certainly have some stories to tell. village of Hopton Castle, found between the towns located on the business park at the edge of the Now known simply as 8 Hopton Castle, this lovely of Clun and Craven Arms, in the rural county of village. property is ready to begin a new chapter in its Shropshire. The area is renowned for its story and is just waiting for a lucky new owner to outstanding natural beauty and is a haven for Clun is a place steeped in history with the remains fall in love and call it home. nature enthusiasts and those of an active of a Norman castle, the town hall museum and the disposition. Encompassed by stunning scenic 15th century, famous Clun Bridge, just to mention a Set in a prominent position in the village, number 8 countryside with rolling hill tops as far as the eye few. The town offers plenty of useful facilities enjoys a beautiful outlook across open countryside can see, Hopton Castle and the nearby surroundings including a primary school, a SPAR convenience to the woodland beyond, the perfect setting for such are popular with walkers and cyclists and present a store with post office, a butchers, a hair salon, a charming property. Upon arrival you will be variety of outdoor pursuits owing to the famous antique shops, a tea room, a number of small greeted by a crescent driveway which provides Offas Dyke trail which runs nearby and the many business including a business park, a doctors ample parking, there is further space along the side footpaths within Clun Forest and other surrounding surgery, a fire station, a community centre with a where one could also park, or even erect a garage woodlands. play park, garage/fuel station, a church, a subject to the necessary permissions. Inside, you community hall and 2 public houses. You will also will be met by all the character you would expect Hopton Castle is a close knit and friendly be able to soak up the local culture at one of the from such a historic property, with each room community which embraces the 'laid back', tranquil number of small festivals carried out in Clun presenting a different offering. The dining room has lifestyle. There is a church and the ruins of the throughout the year including the Green Man a bread oven, as does the hallway, the kitchen diner castle from which the village takes its name. The festival in May, the Clun Open Gardens in June, the a large inglenook housing the oil fired Aga, both village of Clunbury, which is approximately 2.5 Clun Carnival and Show at the beginning of August reception rooms have cosy fireplaces, while miles to the north, has a well-regarded primary and the Clun Valley Beer Festival which takes upstairs there are exposed beams and timbers and school as well as a village hall which hosts regular place in the six open pubs in the valley (from yet more fireplaces. Everywhere you turn, there is events, as does the village hall at . 1 mile Anchor to Aston on Clun) in October. a little piece of history to be seen. away to the south is , which conveniently has a village shop and a railway Described as the 'Gateway to the Marches' Craven While it would be fair to say that number 8 is in station which serves on the on the Heart of Arms is located on the A49 and is found within the need of some improvement works and updating, it is Railway Line that runs between Shrewsbury and encompassing Shropshire Hills, historic manor worth noting that in recent years the property has Swansea. Located just 2.5 miles to the north-west is houses, fortified castles and beautiful countryside. benefited from a new roof, insulation and a new oil Purslow, which has a popular called the Offering a good range of facilities including a fired boiler, so it now just needs a new owner to Hundred House Inn, which offers wonderful home supermarket, doctors’ surgery, Post office, petrol come in and put their own stamp on the spacious cooked meals as well as a wide selection of locally stations, butchers, bakery and its own array of accommodation. produced ales and ciders. independent shops Craven Arms offers everything you will need for day to day living. The town also It is no good to have the perfect country home Rural, but by no means isolated, Hopton Castle is benefits from the Welsh Marches railway line and however, if you do not have the perfect country centrally located, just 3 miles from Leintwardine, 6 station, with regular trains throughout the day garden to match. This is not a problem at number 8 miles from Clun, 8 miles from the town of Craven leading north to the county town of Shrewsbury and we are pleased to say, the garden feels like the Arms, 10 miles from the market town of Bishops south to the medieval town of Ludlow and beyond. quintessential English cottage garden, fruit trees, Castle and 10 miles from the border town of The historic tourist town of Ludlow is an architectural gem Nearest Towns with a stunning array of Tudor, Georgian and Victorian Clun - 6 miles properties. A gastronomic centre, Ludlow hosts the famous Craven Arms - 8 miles Ludlow Food and Drink Festival, Ludlow Spring Festival, May Bishops Castle - 10 miles Fair, Ludlow Fringe, Green Fair and the Medieval Christmas Knighton - 10 miles Fayre, meaning there are events to keep you entertained all Ludlow - 13 miles year round. There are also countless antique and local produce Newtown - 27 miles markets and book, craft and garden fairs. For sport lovers days Shrewsbury - 28 miles out at Ludlow Racecourse, Golf Course, Rugby, Cricket, Tennis, Hereford - 29 miles Bowling or Football Clubs could await. Money Laundering Regulations We will require prospective purchasers to A 15 mile journey will take you to , also known produce two original ID documents prior to any as 'little Switzerland'. This pretty market town is nestled at the offer being accepted by the owners. foot of the Shropshire Hills and enjoys direct access to over 20 Consumer Protection square miles of National Trust land known as the . Consumer protection from unfair trading regulations 2008 - Holters for themselves and for Situated north of Hopton Castle is Shrewsbury, the birth place the vendors or lessors of this property whose of Charles Darwin, a vibrant and lively town with a very agents they are give notice that: 1. These cosmopolitan yet traditional atmosphere. The town’s 660 listed particulars are set out as a general outline only buildings are complimented by a host of trendy and for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessors sophisticated bars and restaurants, the medieval streets do and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. however still retain many classic public houses and dining 2. All descriptions, dimensions, reference to establishments. Built on the the town hosts the condition and necessary permissions for use and annual Shrewsbury Flower Show which is one of the largest occupation, and other details are given without and oldest horticultural shows in the country attracting over responsibility and any intending purchasers or 100,000 visitors. Home to 4 shopping centres, 2 significant tenants should not rely on them as statements or retail parks and countless independent retailers the town is an representations of fact but must satisfy excellent place to enjoy some retail therapy. themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the Directions correctness of each term of them. 3. The vendors Head North out of Ludlow on the A49. Upon reaching Bromfield or lessors do not make or give, and neither do turn left signposted Knighton and Leintwardine. Stay on the Holters for themselves nor any person in their A4113 and when approaching Leintwardine you pass the Jolly employment has any authority to make or give Frog on your right hand side. Take the next right turning any representation or warranty whatever in signposted Craven arms. Turn right at the next junction relation to this property. towards Craven Arms, stay on the B3485 turning left towards Hopton Heath. Continue on this road turning right towards Hopton Heath where you pass Ashlea Pools on the left, take the following left over the bridge past the train station sign posted Hopton Castle. Continue on this lane through Hopton Castle, passing the castle on your left after a short distance the property is on your right hand side. Tenure We are informed the property is of freehold tenure. Council Tax - Band F. Services and Heating We are informed the property is connected mains water and electricity, private drainage and oil fired central heating. Broadband Enquiries via British Telecom indicates the property has an estimated broadband speed of 50MB. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries via BT or their own broadband provider.

21 Corve Street, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 1DA Tel: 01584 707079 Email: [email protected] www.holters.co.uk