Location

Inwood is a peaceful hamlet surrounded by woodland and open countryside offering a charming rural setting with beautiful views and direct access to celebrated landmarks such as Caer Caradoc. Despite its rural feel, Inwood is perfectly placed for day to day convenience.

Set within the South Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Church Stretton and the nearby hamlet of Inwood offer a rare blend of rural tranquillity, stunning scenery and excellent connectivity. Known as “Little Switzerland” for its dramatic hill scape, Church Stretton sits approximately 13 miles south of Shrewsbury and 15 miles north of Ludlow, providing easy access to two of Shropshire’s most vibrant market towns. Church Stretton’s station provides direct hourly trains, reaching Shrewsbury in around 12–15 minutes and Ludlow in approximately 13 minutes, with the regular 435 bus service offering further local connectivity.

Church Stretton itself offers a friendly and thriving centre with independent shops, cafés, restaurants and local bars, making it a welcoming community hub. Families benefit from nearby St Lawrence CE Primary School and Church Stretton School, both around 1.3 miles from Inwood.

With immediate access to the Long Mynd, Caer Caradoc and miles of walking, cycling and riding routes, along with a renowned hilltop golf course, the area provides an outstanding outdoor lifestyle. Together, Inwood and Church Stretton offer refined countryside living in one of Shropshire’s most picturesque and well connected locations.

Description

A beautifully presented country residence set within approximately 2.75 acres, nestled in the heart of the South Shropshire Hills an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Occupying an elevated position on the eastern flank of the Long Mynd, the property commands magnificent panoramic views across rolling countryside, including the Caradoc and Lawley Hills. Perfectly placed within the hamlet of Inwood near the charming village of All Stretton, with its welcoming public house, this exceptional home offers an idyllic rural lifestyle within easy reach of amenities.

The House
Approached directly from National Trust heathland, the property enjoys a wonderfully private position with glorious walks from the doorstep. A gate opens to a generous driveway with ample parking and turning space, framed by formal gardens and woodland.
A recessed porch and glazed entrance door lead into a bright and welcoming reception hall with tiled flooring and access to a cloakroom. The adjoining utility room offers further storage, space for appliances, access to the rear terrace and the double garage with automatic door, above which lies a spacious games room or hobbies room, flooded with natural light from side windows and rooflights.

The open?plan kitchen/dining room forms the heart of the home, finished with tiled flooring and fitted with an attractive range of wall and base units under granite work surfaces. A large central island incorporates a double oven and ceramic hob with extractor, complemented by an oil?fired Aga, integrated dishwasher and space for a full?height larder fridge freezer. Steps lead down to a walk?in pantry with fitted shelving. Adjacent is a cosy snug, perfectly positioned to enjoy the far?reaching views.
The main sitting room is both elegant and inviting, featuring parquet flooring and a Wessex stone open fireplace. A deep bay window frames spectacular views over the gardens and countryside beyond, with French doors opening onto the terrace, ideal for entertaining.

First & Second Floors
The main staircase rises to a generous first?floor landing, from which five double bedrooms are accessed. Each enjoys beautiful views to the rear. Bedroom Two benefits from an en suite shower room, while the well?appointed family bathroom features a freestanding bath, separate power shower, wash basin and WC, with a rear?facing window capturing the scenery.

An inner landing staircase leads to the second?floor third bedroom, a charming space with its own en suite shower room. The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, with a deep bay window to the front and further window to the rear, bathing the room in natural light. Its en suite bathroom offers a bath with central taps and shower attachment, separate power shower, wash basin and WC.

Grounds & Gardens
The grounds, extending to approximately 2.75 acres, are a true highlight. Sweeping lawns, well?stocked borders and an array of mature trees wrap around the house, while an area of sloping woodland provides both interest and privacy. A wide rear terrace offers the ideal setting for outdoor dining and relaxation, all while enjoying uninterrupted, breathtaking views across the Shropshire Hills.