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Long Meadow Barn, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury

PROPERTY TYPE

Barn Conversion

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Unique refurbished grade II listed barn conversion boasting character and quality throughout
  • Located in the highly sought after and convenient area of Abbey Foregate just a short walk to the townn centre
  • 0.3 acre grounds and immaculate enclosed rear garden with reclaimed tiled patio area
  • Three good bedrooms with the principle benefiting from high class en-suite
  • modern well-equipped kitchen with feature travertine flooring
  • Tastefully refitted heritage themed main bathroom with freestanding bath and high calibre tiling
  • Scope for further expantion subject to planning
  • Useful detached garage ideal for storage

Description

127b Long meadow is a stunning grade II listed barn conversion which has been sympathetically refurbished by the current owners to the highest of standards whilst retaining many original features. Located in Abbey Foregate, just a short walk from Shrewsbury centre, this spacious property boasts character throughout and must be viewed to appreciate the high-quality fittings and accommodation on offer. The property is situated down a secluded private drive within a 0.3 acre plot which has been thoughtfully landscaped for enjoyment and maintenance. The ground floor comprises an entrance hallway with original parquet floor, cloakroom with refitted W.C, separate useful utility/boot room, contemporary attractive kitchen with a range of integral appliances including a built-in fridge, integral microwave and dishwasher, range style cooker, solid oak worktops and breakfast/bar, feature travertine floor and access to the rear garden. A well-lit living room offers stunning parquet flooring with feature wood burner and enjoys views of the rear garden with dual aspect windows and patio doors. There is a separate office which allows access to a further workshop/store room which also has access from the front of the property. On the first floor the property enjoys fantastically high ceilings, three bedrooms with one having an elegant ensuite shower room and a further family bathroom which oozes class with a heritage feel. The property is adjoined by a further loft room which could offer expansion subject to planning. The rear garden is enclosed by perimeter fencing and has a delightful patio area ideal for outdoor dining which overlooks the well-maintained lawn, views of the Lords Hill column can be found at the bottom of the garden. To the front of the property is a large garage with high celling height ideal for storage, large gravel driveway for numerous vehicles and pleasant front garden area leading to the road. The front garden is within current development boundary and can be developed (subject to planning permission and relevant approvals).

Situation

The property is delightfully positioned in a most sought after location being in a conservation area and within a short distance of the excellent range of town centre amenities which include a wide variety of shops, restaurants and social facilities. The property is positioned within walking distance of the Quarry Park which has some delightful walks along the banks of the River Severn. Shrewsbury provides excellent schooling including both state and private whilst the town centre also offers a rail service. Commuters will be delighted to note that there is excellent road access to the A5 which leads to the M54 motorway and West Midlands beyond.

Listing

Barn, now dwelling, and cottage. Largely later C18, but possibly incorporating timbers from an earlier building on the site. Barn converted in 1948. Timber-framed with brick plinth and panel infill, and brick, with plain tiled roof. Long Meadow, the former barn, is 2 storeys, framed in square panels for 11 bays with high brick plinth. Small section of wall to rear renewed in brick, probably late C19. To the right, small store of 4 bays, the timber encased in brick on the front elevation. Doorway to left in small gabled porch, with Mannerist posts said to be taken from a house in Dogpole. Inserted metal-framed windows on each floor. Cross vents in right hand section, and in cross wall dividing what is now the house from the storage bays beyond. Loft door in this right hand section. Queen post roof construction internally. Pear Tree Cottage forms a continuation of the barn range to the left. Single casement window in front elevation, the doorway to the left of the gable wall, with...

Agents note

Superfast wifi, we have Fibre 150 with a current 156MBS connection, ethernet points wired into the study (2). 3 points in sitting room for TV / digital radios etc, one in back large bedroom, one in kitchen, one in garage for cctv and spares in loft area (2) in readiness for if convert this. Hard wired CCTV cable will be remaining in situ to front and back of house (4 cameras)

Barn has a separate electric feed cable already put into this (by loft hatch) boiler and tanks are big enough to take 2 more complete bathrooms if converted and ethernet cables wired and coiled up on wall in steel conduit ready for connection.

Three phase electricity cable present under the stairs, would be suitable for a EV charging point as is a separate electricity supply to the property.

Front garden is within current development boundary and can be developed (subject to planning permission and relevant approvals),

Entrance Hallway

W.C

Boot room/utility

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

15' 11'' x 9' 2'' (4.85m x 2.80m)

Understairs Store

Living Room

19' 8'' x 17' 11'' (6.00m x 5.45m)

Study

9' 2'' x 7' 10'' (2.80m x 2.40m)

Workshop/store

19' 8'' x 15' 5'' (6.00m x 4.70m)

Stairs rising from hallway to first floor landing

Bedroom One

12' 2'' x 10' 2'' (3.70m x 3.11m)

En-suite

Bedroom Two

18' 1'' x 11' 6'' (5.50m x 3.50m)

Bedroom Three

14' 1'' x 9' 2'' (4.30m x 2.80m)

Family Bathroom

Loft Area

21' 2'' x 15' 9'' (6.45m x 4.80m)

Garage

21' 2'' x 9' 2'' (6.45m x 2.80m)

NOTE

The agent has not been able to verify the availability and nature of services. All interested parties should obtain verification through their solicitor or surveyor before entering a legal commitment to purchase.
Please note that our room sizes are quoted in metres to the nearest one tenth of a metre on a wall to wall basis. The imperial equivalent (included in brackets) is only intended as an approximate guide. We have not tested the services, equipment or appliances in this property; also, please note that any fixture, fittings or apparatus not specifically referred to in these details, is not included in the sale, even if they appear in any internal photographs. You are advised to commission appropriate investigations and ensure your solicitor verifies what is included in the sale, before entering a legal commitment to purchase. While we try to make our sales details accurate and reliable, Spencer & Jakeman does not give, nor does any Officer or employee have authority to...

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