The Wrekin, Shropshire

The property: Treetops stands in an elevated position nestled into the side of The Wrekin, an iconic Shropshire hill, offering an extraordinary location amongst the serene tree canopies and above the reservoir. Architecturally designed and constructed in 2003, Treetops offers versatile accommodation with a layout that maximises on its enchanting environment. Infrastructure and future proofing was carefully considered in the design with a heat recovery system, underfloor heating to both levels, sound proofing and a mobility lift.

To the ground floor are three spacious double bedrooms each with an en-suite and doors onto the veranda. Completing the accommodation on this level are cold and dry stores, a utility room and gardeners W.C.

A spiral staircase rises to the first floor where the light flooded principal bedroom is served by an en suite shower room. At the heart of the house and most notable is a superb open plan living and dining room with vaulted ceiling and full height windows, providing an atmospheric entertaining space from where to enjoy the woodland views.
There are unique features to either end of this magnificent room with a wood burning stove set into a striking Guard stone surround and a floating bow window. Leading off the reception space is the fitted kitchen with range of integrated appliances. A study opens from the reception room with pull down ladder to useful storage space above. Running the full length of the house and accessed through two sets of sliding doors is a balcony with westerly aspect overlooking the grounds and surroundings.

General
Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage. Heat source air pump.
Local authority: Telford and Wrekin
Council tax: Band G
Tenure: Freehold

The long driveway leads up to a turning area with garaging to the front of the house.

The grounds at Treetops are predominantly woodland arranged over varying levels with meandering footpaths and a delightful powered waterfall. Within the grounds are a log store, shed and greenhouse.

Nearby is the charming village of Little Wenlock with an active local community offering year round events organised by the village hall, Church and well reputed public house – The Huntsman. There are a number of footpaths and bridle ways giving access to The Wrekin and surrounding countryside for walking and riding, along with a golf course nearby.

The area is renowned for its excellent schools within the state and independent sectors. Coalbrookdale Primary school is a short drive while Wrekin College, Thomas Telford, Newport Grammar and the range of Shrewsbury schools are all easily accessible.

The village is well placed for commuting to Wellington, Shrewsbury, Telford and Midland Business centres, while the nearby town of Much Wenlock offers a range of local amenities, individual shops and weekly farmers market. Regional airports include Birmingham, Manchester and East midlands.