Quarry House, Norbury, Bishops Castle, Shropshire, SY9 5EA
An attractive traditional stone-built country home set within beautiful gardens with exceptional panoramic far-reaching views.
Wentnor 1.6 miles, Bishops Castle 4.5 miles, Ludlow 16 miles, Shrewsbury 16 miles
Guide Price £725,000
Entrance hall | Kitchen/breakfast room | Dining room/snug | Utility/boot room | Pantry | Sitting room | Study | Shower room | Five bedrooms Family bathroom | Gardens and grounds | Terrace | Stable block | About 0.5 of an acre | EPC: F
The Property
Nestled amongst some of South Shropshire’s finest countryside, Quarry House enjoys stunning views from every aspect of the property including views of the Long Mynd. Located on the edge of the beautiful village of Norbury and within a conservation area and the Shropshire Hills’ Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Upon entering the property you are greeted to a charming and spacious entrance hall that benefits from original quarry floor tiles and a beautiful wooden staircase that gently spirals.
The kitchen is fully fitted with bespoke oak units and integrated appliances including a large Range cooker. The room opens up in to the snug/dining area which benefits from a dual aspect overlooking the gardens, an open fireplace and provides superb space for entertaining. The living room boasts superb proportions, is double aspect and benefits from a beautiful stone inglenook fireplace housing a wood burning stove.
There is double doors accessing the terrace. Adjacent is a useful study area which has an original bread oven. The utility/boot room is fitted with integrated units, a Stanley stove and a wash basin. The pantry provides ample storage for the kitchen. There is a shower room to service the ground floor. The first floor has five superb bedrooms all benefitting from exceptional countryside views. The family bathroom benefits from a magnificent cast iron roll top bath and Sanitan WC.
Outside
The mature gardens extend to about half an acre and are mainly laid to lawn with some herbaceous borders throughout. Surrounding the property the gardens enjoy panoramic countryside views. There is a terrace area ideal for al-fresco dining and entertaining. A stable block consists of two stables and a tack room, ideal for storage.
Situation
Quarry House sits on the edge of the popular rural hamlet of Norbury, 4.5 miles from the pretty market town of Bishops Castle which has all the everyday facilities, schools, leisure centre, independent shops, pubs and restaurants. Just further afield is the historic town of Ludlow and Chuch Stretton both offering further amenities. Nearby is Norbury Primary School and further schooling can be found in the towns. Communications are very good in the area.
Directions
Proceed north on the A49 passing through Craven Arms before turning left onto the A489 signposted Bishops Castle. Stay on this road for approximately 7 miles following the S-bends before turning right to Norbury. Continue for approximately 2 miles. Continue past the first signpost for Norbury towards the Village Hall. The property is located on the right hand side, identified by the For Sale board.
General information
Local Authority: Shropshire Council.
Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating.
Council Tax: Band F
Wayleaves, easements and rights of way: The property will be sold subject to and with the benefits of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these sales particulars or not.
Viewings: Strictly by appointment via Mark Wiggin Estate Agents.