Lawn Lane, Cheswardine, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9

Originally a coach house with stables, Old Castle Moat is a unique, characterful property which has been fully remodelled and refurbished by the current owners to an exceptional standard. The house now offers flexible and versatile accommodation extending to over 3,500 sq ft with highly specified installations such as cast-iron radiators, flagstone flooring and bespoke joinery. Old Castle Moat is set within approx. 5.03 acres of grounds, which includes an expanse of woodland within which lies the remains of Cheswardine Castle, evidenced by the intact circular moat and groundworks associated with the former keep.

Entered via a porch, the entrance hall is an excellent size with flagstone flooring. A door leads to the study/bedroom, with shelving either side of the fireplace with wood burner inset. The sitting room is off the opposite side of the entrance hall and offers a bright dual aspect. There is an abundance of space for seating, whilst a fireplace encloses a wood burner. The adjacent utility boot room is a luxurious space with a range of painted cabinetry all set beneath a granite worksurface and incorporating a Belfast sink. There are double doors to the garden and triple aspect views. A doorway continues on to open to the dining room, which includes exposed sections of the original timber frame. There is plenty of space for entertaining, and a door leads directly into the kitchen. The kitchen breakfast room is an outstanding space which has been completely relocated and remodelled by the current owners. Previously forming the stables to coach house, the kitchen is a vast space which includes an original stall with stable door which opens to a utility boot room. There is a range of bespoke painted cabinetry set beneath a granite work surface. A range of integrated appliances include cream AGA, dishwasher, microwave and double oven. The kitchen has double doors to the front and a stable door to the rear, whilst there is a boot room off the end of the kitchen.

Stairs rise from the dining room to the exceptional principal suite. Divided into three, the staircase opens to a dressing room with range of bespoke fitted wardrobed and seating area. The bedroom is off to one side and offers epic proportions, complete with king truss A frame beams and exposed brick. There are delightful views across the garden via two oversized skylights, whilst the en suite is found off the dressing area. The en suite provides a serene space complete with both a roll top bath and double shower.

A second staircase rises from the entrance hall to a separate landing area. There are two well-proportioned double bedrooms off this landing area, both with front facing views. There is a shower room which services both bedrooms.

Gardens and grounds

A driveway leads from Lawn Lane to a parking area. The driveway leads to a double garage with two doors. A pedestrian garden gate opens to a path which leads to the front door. An expansive terrace leads off from the path to include an oak frame gazebo and a terrace. The path continues round the side of the house to the rose garden, which includes raised beds.

The garden area is mainly laid to lawn and is interspersed by mature shrubs and specimen trees. There is a vegetable growing area with greenhouse and summer house, whilst there is also a large shed and excellent machine store with roller door.

The woodland continues on from the lawned gardens and offers various paths which meander through to the circular moat, which includes a square island to the centre with the remains of Cheswardine Castle.

The setting provides an enchanting environment to enjoy, together with an interesting provenance. All in all, the plot totals 5.03 acres.

Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Biomass heating.

Agents note

The driveway is owned by the neighbouring property, with Old Castle Moat having a right of way.

The property is in a conservation area.

The moat is a scheduled ancient monument.

Location
Set close to the Staffordshire/Shropshire border, the delightful village of Cheswardine is surrounded by idyllic countryside yet is less than 5 miles from the regional centre of Market Drayton. The village itself is mentioned in the Domesday Book and Old Castle Moat retains remnants of a 12th century moat to this day.

There is a community village store which opens 7 days per week, Red Lion pub and Fox & Hounds pub which offers food. St Swithurn's Church and the parish hall offer an extensive calendar of weekly events, whilst the bowling club competes in the local bowling league. The Ofsted rated 'good' Cheswardine Primary School is located just off the high street and also has nursery facilities.

The larger centre of Market Drayton is just 4.7 miles away and offers a much larger range of amenities. There are both local and national retailers, including Morrisons, ASDA, Lidl and B&M. The market town still retains its Wednesday market which has run for nearly 800 years.

Old Castle Moat is well located for the regional road network, with the A41 being just 3.5 miles away and providing efficient access to the M54, M6 and M6 toll. Stafford station is just over a half an hour drive and offers intercity trains to London Euston in as little as 1 hour and 16 minutes.