Location

Billingsley is a small, friendly village in the county of Shropshire surrounded by beautiful countryside and local amenities including a post office, a village hall and a pub.

Surrounded by a network of footpaths and bridleways including Shropshire's long distance bridleway; The Jack Mytton Way. This footpath starts in Cleobury Mortimer and splits in 8 routes allowing you to explore some of the most beautiful places in the Shropshire Hills of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Bridgnorth is around 7.2 miles away, with a range of pubs, restaurants, bars, supermarkets, and independent boutiques. It is split into High Town and Low Town, connected by the steepest inland funicular railway in Britain. This town is filled with a rich, interesting history, which can be seen through the historic buildings, fascinating architecture and in the multiple museums. The charming town of Cleo bury Mortimer is nearby, with Ludlow and Shrewsbury also within easy reach. As are historic treasures such as Severn Valley gorge and Ironbridge.

There are many schools nearby in surrounding areas such as, Oldbury wells school (7.4 miles), Bridgnorth Endowed School School (7.6 miles), St Leonards CofE primary School (8 miles), and Stottesdon CofE Primary School (3.2 miles).

There are railway links at Kidderminster, Wolverhampton and also Telford Central around 18.7 miles away. With links to London Euston (2 hours 15 minutes), Ludlow (1 hour 12 minutes), Chester (1 hour 15 minutes), and Birmingham (41 minutes).

All distances and journey times are approximate.

Description

The Owl House is a charming property which offers a wonderful lifestyle, a wealth of original features and contemporary fittings along with triple glazed windows throughout. The property was converted in 2003 and is designed to an impeccable standard which provides a modern home.

A door opens into the entrance hall which has Indian sandstone floor. There is a separate cloakroom, understairs store and French doors opening to the back of the house. A delightful sitting room takes full advantage of the stunning views over the garden and countryside beyond with its full width window and French doors opening on to the patio, along with an inset Clearview log burner. Leading from the hallway, a step leads into the stunning dining kitchen with family area.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of painted American oak units which comprise of wall, base and display cupboards with quartz work surfaces. There is a sink unit with a BRITA water filter/mixer tap. Built-in appliances include a dishwasher, bin store, fridge/ freezer together with a double oven, warming drawer and microwave. There is a separate induction hob with an extractor hood over. The room is also fitted with a ceiling speaker system. A central island incorporates a breakfast bar with a solid oak work top providing extra storage.

The dining/family area benefits from a feature log burner incorporating an oven, with travertine flooring throughout. A separate utility room provides access to the back and houses the oil fired central heating boiler, airing
cupboard, store and a sink unit with space and plumbing for a washing machine. There is also a separate cloakroom.

On the first floor, the landing leads to four spacious bedrooms. The principal suite has a dressing area with eaves storage and an en-suite shower room. The guest bedroom also benefits from en-suite facilities. A separate family bathroom serves the remaining two bedrooms.

Outside & Annex

The barn is approached via a gravel driveway which is shared with the neighbouring barn, this part of the driveway leads to an electric gate which provides access into The Owl House which has its own private gravel driveway with parking. Steps lead to the attractive oak framed canopy porch.

A separate oak framed timber garage and carport offer great storage/parking with light and power together with an adjoining log store.

Within the grounds is a charming separate annex. This comprises of an open plan living and kitchen area. The kitchen is fitted with units and a built-in electric oven. There is separate hob, sink unit and mixer tap. An understairs cupboard provides useful storage space. French doors open to the side of the property.

On the first floor there are two bedrooms and a shower room with wc. Immediately to the back is a decked patio area with views over the garden and beyond.

The extensive, well maintained gardens are mainly laid to lawn with a planted orchard area, hedge screening and a summerhouse (available by separate negotiation).

A selection of raised beds are currently planted with raspberries and blackcurrants. A rear paved terrace provides a sheltered seating area ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining during the summer months.

The gardens enjoy a private aspect with uninterrupted views bordered by neighbouring farmland. There is a adjoining paddock with stables and store which extends to approximately 0.7 of an acre. The grounds in total amount to approximately 1.7 of an acre.

Directions

Leaving Bridgnorth on the B4363 Cleobury Mortimer road. Follow the road along passing through the hamlets of Oldbury, Glazeley and Deuxhill. After approximately 6 miles take a right turn sign posted Stottesdon/Chorley. Continue to follow the lane along for a short distance taking a right turn just before the bridge. Follow the lane along where the barns are located on the left hand side.