Chester Road, Hinstock, Shropshire

FOR SALE WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN

Character, Space and a Life Less Ordinary

Steeped in history and brimming with charm, Holly House is a truly special four-bedroom home offering around 2,500 sq ft of beautiful living space - and nearly 3,000 sq ft when you include the impressive triple garage and cellar. Once an 18th-century coaching inn, this remarkable property has played many roles in the village’s story, and today it stands as a warm and welcoming family home full of character.

Set within a captivating 0.4-acre plot, the grounds here are far from your average garden - offering a rare opportunity for those with a love of nature, a hobbyist’s eye, or a dream of self-sufficiency. From a wildlife meadow to an orchard, polytunnel, and fruit cage (used currently to contain Bantams and ducks), this is a place where you can truly live the good life.

And with the substantial triple garage and charming outbuildings, there’s also real potential for business opportunities (subject to planning), whether that’s holiday accommodation, a workshop, or simply a fantastic work-from-home setup.

Location: Hinstock - A Charming Village with Excellent Connections

Holly House enjoys a prime position within the vibrant village of Hinstock, nestled amidst the rolling Shropshire countryside. A thriving community spirit runs through the village, with amenities including a highly regarded primary school, pub, post office, church, tennis courts, a fishing pool, and a network of beautiful countryside walks right on your doorstep.

For broader connections, you’re just 10 minutes from the bustling market towns of Newport and Market Drayton, and around 30 minutes from Telford and Stafford. Rail links from Stafford offer a direct train to London Euston in just 75 minutes, making city connections surprisingly easy. Shrewsbury, Chester, Birmingham and even Manchester are also within comfortable reach.

The Property: Steeped in History, Lovingly Restored

Dating back to around 1720 – the same era as the village church – Holly House is one of Hinstock’s oldest and most storied properties. So much so, in fact, that the current owners even commissioned a trace of its history. Over the centuries, it has served as a coaching inn, an almshouse, and even a butcher’s shop, before being carefully transformed into the stunning family home it is today.

Inside, you’ll find an abundance of character across multiple reception rooms – from exposed original timbers and handmade oak kitchen cabinetry to quarry-tiled floors and wide original oak floorboards (still tucked beneath the upstairs carpets).

The large kitchen-diner is a particular highlight. With both Aga and Rayburn ovens, hand-built cupboards topped with granite worktops, and leafy views from the window that invite daydreams, it’s a perfect space for culinary enthusiasts and family gatherings alike.

Just off the kitchen and hallway is a versatile reception room – currently used as a cosy reading space, but equally ideal as a formal dining room, ready to host your most lavish dinner parties.

Then there’s the fabulous family room, the welcoming sitting room with its impressive inglenook fireplace and Clearview wood burner, and the sun room – added in 2020 – with its striking sky lantern and aluminium bi-fold doors that flood the space with natural light. When opened on warmer days, those doors create a seamless flow out to the garden – perfect for sunny afternoons and unforgettable garden parties.

Upstairs, the charm continues. Exposed beams run throughout, and all four bedrooms are generously sized and full of period character. A beautifully styled bathroom – complete with bath, double shower, and underfloor heating – completes the picture.

Beneath the house, a practical cellar offers excellent storage. The current owners have also carried out a number of sensitive improvements, including new windows and a damp-proof course – all in keeping with the home’s heritage and charm.

Outside Space: An Opportunity to Live the Good Life

The outside space here is truly something special. The southwest-facing plot has been thoughtfully developed into a haven for nature lovers, gardeners, or those keen on self-sufficiency. There’s a wildflower meadow, an orchard, a fruit cage (used currently to contain Bantams and ducks), a polytunnel, lawns, and even a former pigsty and stores for keeping livestock or equipment.

The patio area is perfect for entertaining – or just relaxing and making the most of that sunny south-westerly aspect.

With two entrances to the property – one with electric gates – access is easy and secure. The triple garage, built in traditional stone, benefits from electric doors and charming period details inside.

Subject to the necessary planning permissions, there’s real potential here to create holiday lets, a home business space, or even an annexe. And further outbuildings, including a large carport, workshop and stores, offer huge flexibility for any number of uses.

Small Holding Licence

The vendors advise that the property will be sold with the benefit of a small holding licence. This allows for the keeping of animals — a rare advantage in such a domestic village setting, and a fantastic opportunity for those with an interest in smallholding or rural living.

Solar Panels: An Eco-Friendly Bonus to your Wallet

A 4kW solar panel system, fitted in 2012 and owned outright, provides a fantastic boost to the home’s sustainability. The current owners enjoy an annual saving of around £1,600 on electricity bills, adding to the self-sufficient lifestyle that Holly House so naturally promotes.

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Important Information: Anti-Money Laundering Checks

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