East Castle Street, Bridgnorth, Shropshire

The property has been expertly converted from part of The Habit, formally known as The Ball which was a public house dating back to the 1700’s. This fantastic family home has been sympathetically restored to the highest specification, brimming with character which is complemented by a contemporary finish.

The Ball is set on a prestigious street steeped in history which follows the natural curve of the Castle’s outer bailey, also reminiscent of a Georgian crescent. The property offers a delightful outlook towards St Mary Magdalene Church which stands majestically at the end of the street before the castle gardens and the castle remnants.

Accommodation comprise a welcoming entrance hall with oak flooring, character panelled walls and staircase down to the useful cellar rooms.

This double fronted property features two reception rooms which are currently used as a study/ snug, and a comfortable sitting room with woodburning stove and feature fireplace surround. Just off the sitting room is a fantastic art room which again could make an ideal place to work from home, or a children’s playroom.

To the rear is a truly impressive open plan kitchen/ dining room which affords an abundance of light via the roof light and full width bifold doors opening out to the patio terrace, perfect for entertaining in the summer months. There is a generous range of base units with quartz worktops which are also fitted to the large central island/ breakfast bar. The kitchen also features, twin ovens, integrated dishwasher, recess for American style fridge/ freezer, walk in pantry and utility room.

A particular feature of the property is the authentic bar room, retaining the properties heritage as a former public house. With large elements sympathetically reclaimed from a similar public house, the room is brimming with character and is a real showpiece for the property.

The first floor gallery landing leads to three generously proportioned bedrooms and includes a superb master bedroom with stylishly appointed en-suite shower room. The luxury family bathroom is beautifully appointed and features both bath and double walk in shower cubicle. The second floor landing displays a wealth of exposed timbers and leads to two further double bedrooms.

Externally, the property offers a superb family friendly garden which provides an excellent space for entertaining and a practical area for children to play. A large paved patio terrace steps out from the rear of the property and continues to a level lawn with raised flower beds and paved pathways. A versatile garden room is positioned to an excellent bbq area with pergola. There are useful stores/ sheds. Another particular feature is gated access directly onto the historic Castle Walk.

There is gated access to the side of the property that will allow access for a small vehicle. There is also on street parking with two permits available via Bridgnorth Council.

The AREA: The ancient market town of Bridgnorth is geographically divided into High Town and Low Town, linked by several sets of historic steps, the famous cliff railway and by Cartway, a meandering street steeped in history. The local area enjoys excellent amenities including high street shopping, supermarkets, a wide range of leisure facilities, doctors and dentists. Bridgnorth offers excellent educational facilities boasting four primary schools and two secondary schools.


Directions
From our Whitburn Street office, turn right on the High Street and head past the Town Hall. Continue past the Post Office taking a left hand turn onto East Castle Street where after a short distance the property can be found on the left hand side.