3 bedroom house

A charming period farmhouse that has been substantially and sensitively extended offering flexible living accommodation with attractive country gardens of 0.57 acres set within the desirable hamlet of Crickheath.

White House has a fascinating history as it was initially constructed as a pig farm and indeed the current family room was originally part of the pig rearing shed. The property underwent a significant and sympathetic architectural transformation in 1989 which saw the addition of a large new wing and the hacienda style loggia to the front which deceptively conceals the period character of the original farmhouse within. More recently the charming conservatory was added which is connected to the central heating offering a room for all seasons. Offering flexible living accommodation to the ground floor White House would suit families and downsizers alike and full embraces the rural Shropshire countryside views to all sides. Centrally positioned within its gardens White House is rendered in a crisp off-white colourway and has an immensely attractive appeal from the country lane.

The use of quality natural materials is evident throughout and enhances the friendly atmosphere of this charming country house. Materials and period features include; feature marble fireplace to the drawing room, cast iron log burner, original latch doors, two staircases, quarry tiles, Aga, exposed beams and a bespoke cottage style kitchen with wooden work surfaces.

Accommodation comprises:

• Dining room with Aga
• Kitchen
• Freezer room/pantry
• Conservatory
• Family room with log burner
• Drawing room
• Ground floor shower room
• Three double bedrooms
• Walk-in wardrobe
• Ensuite with shower and bath
• Outbuildings
• 0.57 acres

General
EPC rating: E
Services; Oil fired central heating. Mains water and electricity. Septic tank and soakaway.
Tenure & Possession: Property is being offered for sale with vacant possession upon completion.
Guide Price: £675,000
Method of sale: Private Treaty
Boundaries: Any purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agent are responsible for defining the boundaries or ownership thereof. Agents note: There is recently installed UPVC double glazing throughout.

The White House stands surrounded by unspoilt farmland, with the backdrop of the great Llynclys hills to the west, and to the south, Rodney’s Pillar perched high on the Breidden Hills.

The house is located within the small hamlet of Crickheath, close to the large villages of Knockin, Pant and Llanymynech with their shops, public house and primary school, village halls and renowned golf club. The nearby market town of Oswestry has an excellent range of shops and amenities. The area is well served by a number of respected independent schools, including Packwood Haugh Prep School, Moreton Hall, Oswestry School, Ellesmere College along with Chester and Shrewsbury schools.

Crickheath is well placed for easy access to Chester and the North West via the A5 and to the south, Shrewsbury, Birmingham and the Midlands via the A5/M54.

Regional airports include Liverpool, Manchester and Birmingham.

Centrally located the charming cottage style gardens of White House maximise the staggering rural views across the Shropshire countryside. There are lawned areas, mature specimen fruit trees, cottage style annual planting, rockery area created from a former pond and a pergola that is clad in wisteria. To the rear, and accessed directly from the house there is a paved and gravel terrace perfect for al fresco living and offering sheer enjoyment of the awe inspiring rural views across the fields.

Approached behind a low wall from the lane the tree lined driveway offers an impressive approach to White House. There is space for both parking for numerous cars and turning. As well as the main driveway there is a secondary wide gate that provides useful access to the side of the plot. There is a useful gravel driveway that leads to the rear garden.

The gardens extend to 0.57 acres in all.

Marketed by: Strutt & Parker, Shrewsbury