Woodhouse Farm, Wyke, Much Wenlock, Shropshire, TF13 6NZ

A magnificent Grade-II listed country house occupying an idyllic position sitting in 4.31 acres of grounds with a wonderful range of outbuildings.

Much Wenlock 2.6 miles, Telford 6 miles, Shrewsbury 14 miles

Guide Price £1,450,000

Kitchen/family room/breakfast room | Sitting room | Dining room | Drawing room | Utility room | Shower room | Cellar | Principal bedroom with walk-in dressing room and en-suite bathroom | Three further double bedrooms (one en-suite bathroom) | Family bathroom | Gardens | Paddocks | Art Studio | Outbuildings | Large barn | About 4.31 acres | First time on the market for thirty years

The Property

Woodhouse Farm is a truly beautiful period property occupying the most magnificent enchanting position. The property sits centrally within 4.31 acres of its own glorious gardens and grounds and offers true peaceful rural living. The original property dates back over 400 years, boasting a wealth of character and original period features including exposed beams throughout and has been sympathetically extended to create a wonderful spacious family home. The ground floor accommodation comprises: the magnificent open plan kitchen/family room, which has been recently extended by the vendors to create the most wonderful light-filled space. The kitchen is fully fitted with bespoke Kenton Jones units and integrated appliances including an electric Everhot with an induction hob, a Bosch combination oven, a Miele dishwasher and more. The newly extended space offers ample space for dining or sitting area and has a beautiful vaulted ceiling with exposed oak beams and glazed French doors leading on to the terrace, ideal for seasonal al-fresco dining and entertaining. There is also a Clearview wood burning stove. From the kitchen, its leads to the spacious reception hall which the vendors currently use as a study/office, with bespoke filing cabinets and cupboards. Adjacent is a modern shower room and the utility room. The utility room is fitted with units, a wash basin and has plumbing for washing facilities. The sitting room is spacious and enjoys a double aspect overlooking the beautiful gardens. This room boasts character and charm with the original wooden front door and a large Coalbrookdale wood burning stove in an inglenook fireplace. The dining room is also a wonderful room enjoying an abundance of exposed beams. There is a two-sided entertaining cupboard and a Chesney wood burning stove. There is a spacious dry cellar accessed from inside offering ample storage. A magnificent French oak staircase leads up to the first floor, which offers three superbly proportioned bedrooms, one of which benefits from an en-suite bathroom. There is also a large family bathroom to service the first floor. On the second floor, this is the principal floor boasting a large principal bedroom with vaulted beams, a spacious walk-in dressing room with fitted wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom. The dressing room could be used as a further bedroom. All of the bathrooms enjoy antique roll top baths and fittings.

Outside

The property benefits from idyllic gardens and grounds extending to around 4.31 acres in total. The gardens have been immaculately kept and maintained by the vendors creating a truly tranquil setting. They are mainly laid to lawn with exceptionally well stocked herbaceous borders throughout. There are ample wildlife areas and a wild flower meadow. There are also grass paddocks, a productive orchard, fruit cage and kitchen garden. There is an exceptional range of outbuildings. The stables provide ample storage. The brick/stone barn has an active planning permission to be converted in to two 2-bedroom dwellings. There is also a storage shed with solar panels and field shelter. The Art Studio is a superb detached building that was built in 2020. It is currently used as studio space but could provide uses for a variety of purposes as it has a kitchenette, a WC and a mezzanine upper level. The studio also has a Chesney wood burning stove, broadband and TV point. There is an external wet room with a shower which is perfect for dog walks.

Situation

Woodhouse Farm occupies the most enchanting location. The property is nestled away down a track surrounded by wildlife and woodland. It is about 2.6 miles away from the historic town of Much Wenlock, which offers all of the day-to-day amenities required including supermarkets, shops, cafes, restaurants and more. For a wider shopping experience and leisure, Telford and Shrewsbury can be reached at a short distance. Connections in the area are good with a train station in Telford and the M54 can be reached at around 6 miles away.

Directions

From Much Wenlock. proceed towards Telford for about 2.6 mles and turn right signposted for Wyke. Continue along this lane and take the first right hand track and the property will be found at the end of the track.

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General information

Local Authority: Shropshire Council.

Services: Mains electricity. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage (new treatment plant). Private water supply (borehole). Solar panels.

Council Tax: Band G

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.