Wentnor, Bishops Castle, Shropshire SY9

A comfortable and elegant home, Birch Cottage has been thoughtfully improved and extended by the current owners, creating well-balanced and versatile accommodation. The flexible layout includes a ground floor bedroom, ideal for a variety of living arrangements, while all principal rooms enjoy delightful views over the gardens, surrounding fields and the hills beyond.

The ground floor centres around a well-appointed fitted kitchen, featuring an Everhot stove, which opens into the sitting room with a Clearview wood-burning stove, creating a warm and sociable living space. Further accommodation includes a dining room, study, and a ground floor double bedroom with an ensuite shower room. There is also a useful utility/pantry, along with a boot room and separate WC to the rear of the house.

On the first floor are three double bedrooms, complemented by a dressing area and two bathrooms, providing comfortable and well-proportioned accommodation for family living or guests.

Gardens
The property is complemented by attractive and well-maintained gardens, featuring a series of terraces, well-stocked borders, and established planting. Pathways meander through the lawns, leading to a studio and garden store positioned at the upper end of the garden.

To the front and side of the house is a large, gravelled driveway providing ample parking, with space for the construction of a garage, subject to the necessary planning consents.

Stables, Barn and Paddock
The property benefits from a well-arranged stable yard accessed directly from the driveway, with a range of stabling, tack room, and a useful storage barn/garage, both with water and electricity connected.

The adjoining paddock is well fenced and has gated access onto the drive. It extends to approximately 2.8 acres, is well-fenced, and benefits from a water supply feeding a drinking trough.

Services
Mains electricity and water; oil-fired central heating; PV panels installed; private drainage to a septic tank. The house has double glazing throughout.

Accessed via a long, tree-lined driveway, the property is set within idyllic rural Shropshire, close to the hamlet of Wentnor. It lies within the Shropshire Hills National Landscape (formerly an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), renowned for its unspoilt scenery, rolling countryside and far-reaching views. The area offers a peaceful lifestyle, with excellent opportunities for walking, riding, and other outdoor pursuits directly from the doorstep.

Wentnor itself has a local shop and public house, while a wider range of amenities can be found in the nearby historic market towns of Bishop’s Castle and Ludlow. Both provide an excellent selection of independent shops, pubs, cafés, and a supermarkets, along with both primary and secondary schooling.

The area combines exceptional natural beauty with convenient access to surrounding market towns and regional centres, making it ideal for those seeking a tranquil rural setting without compromising accessibility.

Directions
From Ludlow, proceed north on the A49 towards Craven Arms. At Craven Arms, turn west onto the A489 towards Bishop’s Castle. After approximately 5.5 miles, turn right signposted towards Wentnor. Continue this road for around 3 miles, passing through the village.

On leaving Wentnor, descend the hill for just under one mile, where the entrance to Birch Cottage (SY9 5EN) will be found on the right-hand side, accessed via a long, tree-lined driveway.

The adjoining paddock extends to approximately 2.8 acres and is well-fenced, with a water supply feeding a drinking trough.

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Distances
Bishop’s Castle 5 miles, Church Stretton 12 miles, Craven Arms 14 miles, Ludlow 18 miles, Shrewsbury 22 miles
(Distances and times are approximate)