Montgomery Road, Bishops Castle, Shropshire

Windmill Cottage is a beautifully presented, light filled home offering a thoughtful blend of character and modern living. The house sits in just over half an acre of beautiful gardens with staggering 360° views of the Shropshire Hills, an Area of Oustanding Natural Beauty.

The ground floor accommodation flows from a welcoming porch into the snug. Both the snug and sitting room feature characterful fireplaces with wood-burning stoves and exposed timber beams. In contrast, the large kitchen/dining room forms the social heart of the home. This expansive space features terracotta tiled flooring with underfloor heating, contemporary cabinetry with a central island, and high-quality integrated appliances. Large floor-to-ceiling windows and glazed doors flood the room with natural light and provide a seamless connection to the gardens. A recently modernised shower room completes the ground floor.

On the first floor, the accommodation is equally impressive. The principal bedroom suite is a particular highlight, featuring an en suite bathroom and a delightful dedicated seating area with large glass windows to maximise the rural views. There are two further well-proportioned bedrooms with great countyside views. Most rooms have bespoke wooden shutters and cast iron radiators.

Outside, the wrap-around gardens are a haven for wildlife with large pond, wildflower borders and over 20 tree species. A gravel driveway provides ample parking and leads to a substantial oak framed garage housing a wood pellet boiler. Also included are four storage sheds and a charming timber-clad summer room with an en suite shower room, ideal for use as a home office or guest studio. An attractive pergola laid with Yorkshire flagstones enjoys the spectacular scenery of the rolling Shropshire Hills.

Local Authority: Shropshire Council
Services: Mains electricity and water. Biomass pellet boiler central heating. Solar pannels. Private drainage to water treatment plant installed in 2022. Council Tax: Band C
EPC Rating: Rating D
Fixtures and Fittings: Only those items known as fixtures and fittings will be included in the sale. Certain items may be available by separate negotiation. Wayleaves and easements: The property is sold subject to any wayleaves or easements, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
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The property is situated on Montgomery Road, on the edge of the historic market town of Bishop's Castle, surrounded by the unspoilt countryside of south-west Shropshire. The town offers a good range of everyday amenities, including independent shops, cafés, traditional pubs, a weekly market and a supermarket, along with both primary and secondary schooling. A wider selection of shopping, leisure and cultural facilities can be found in Shrewsbury and Ludlow, both of which are within comfortable driving distance and renowned for their historic character and excellent dining.

The area is well served by a number of respected independent schools, including Moor Park School and Shrewsbury School. For transport, the A488 provides access to the wider road network, while rail services are available from Craven Arms railway station and Shrewsbury railway station, offering connections to regional centres and onward links to London.