Willow House, Picklescott, Church Stretton, SY6 6NR

A striking and most impressive border oak house, set with an oak framed barn and large gardens in this idyllic sough Shropshire village.

Directions - From Shrewsbury take the A49 south to Dorrington.  In the centre of the village turn right signposted Picklescott. Proceed for approx. 4 miles to the village of Picklescott.  Continue down the bank into the centre and turn right signposted Pulverbatch and the driveway will be found after a short distance on the right hand side.

Situation - The property is situated in one of South Shropshires most sought after and pretty villages, which remains largely unspoilt. The village provides an active village hall and the well known Bottle and Glass Inn/Restaurant.  The surrounding area to the village offers an expanse of unspoilt farmland, with ready access onto the Longmynd, which provides mile upon mile of walks.  Local amenities can be found at Church Stretton, which is a thriving tourist town, with its tea shops and antique shops, together with the advantage of a wide range of amenities, including a rail service.  The village of Dorrington has a number of basic amenities including a medical centre, shop/post office, restaurant, primary school and church.  The county town of Shrewsbury is ready accessible with its comprehensive range of amenities and the gateway through to the West Midland conurbations via the A5 and M54 motorway.

Property - Willow House is a truly individual and beautifully constructed detached Border Oak residence, set in the heart of the picturesque village of Picklescott, within the Shropshire Hills an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.  Built approximately 30 years ago, this attractively presented property offers a superb combination of character and modern comfort, with underfloor heating throughout, spacious and sociable living areas, and extensive gardens including a detached barn with planning permission for holiday accommodation.

The accommodation is accessed via an oak-framed porch with solid oak front door, opening into a striking dining hall with flagstone flooring and French doors leading out to the rear gardens.  The living room is generously proportioned, featuring oak flooring, a magnificent stone fireplace, and dual-aspect windows with French doors to the outside.

A separate family room/home office offers bespoke fitted oak cabinetry, ideal for work-from-home use or informal living. The breakfast kitchen is fitted with a range of units, integrated appliances, a log-burning stove set into a stone fireplace, and a substantial central island with seating, creating a highly sociable space with direct access to a sun terrace ideal for al fresco dining.  A rear porch and guest WC complete the ground floor.

A solid oak staircase rises to the first-floor galleried landing, leading to the spacious principal bedroom suite with vaulted ceiling, bespoke fitted furniture, and a stunning arched window with shutters, offering far-reaching views over the village and beyond. The room is served by a stylish ensuite shower room with travertine tiling.  

Three further bedrooms are well-served by a modern family bathroom which contains a separate shower.

Outside - Externally, the property is approached via a gated gravel driveway, providing extensive parking, including space suitable for a motorhome, and scope for the construction of a garage, subject to any necessary planning consents.

Gardens - Willow House is wonderfully set in its plot, the beautifully maintained gardens wrap around the property and include spacious lawns, mature hedgerows, a range of ornamental trees and shrubs, an orchard area, and excellent sun terraces designed for entertaining.

A particularly unique feature is the detached oak-framed barn which has planning permission for change of use to a holiday dwelling, offering income potential or scope for additional accommodation.  The ground floor currently comprises add a number of storerooms and workshops, whilst the first floor provides a stunning open-plan space with oak flooring, underfloor heating, and a shower room.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a character-filled family home in a highly sought-after village location, offering peace, privacy, and the flexibility to suit a  variety of lifestyle needs.

General Remarks -

Anti-Money Laundering (Aml) Checks - We are legally obligated to undertake anti-money laundering checks on all property purchasers. Whilst we are responsible for ensuring that these checks, and any ongoing monitoring, are conducted properly; the initial checks will be handled on our behalf by a specialist company, Movebutler, who will reach out to you once your offer has been accepted. The charge for these checks is £30 (including VAT) per purchaser, which covers the necessary data collection and any manual checks or monitoring that may be required. This cost must be paid in advance, directly to Movebutler, before a memorandum of sale can be issued, and is non-refundable. We thank you for your cooperation.

Fixtures And Fittings - Only those items described in these particulars are included in the sale.

Tenure - Freehold. Purchasers must confirm via their solicitor.

Services - We understand that the property has the benefit of mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating. None of these services have been tested.

Council Tax - The property is in Council Tax band 'G' on the Shropshire Council Register.

Viewings - By appointment through Halls, 2 Barker Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1QJ.