Porthill House, 57 Porthill Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8RN

One of the finest period family homes in Shrewsbury occupying a prominent position on the highly regarded Porthill Road.

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From Shrewsbury town centre proceed over the Welsh Bridge to the Frankwellroundabout and take the first exit onto Copthorne Road, after a short distance take the left turn opposite The Bricklayers Arms into Pengwern Road. This road leads to a T junction, turn right onto Porthill Road and the property will be seen on the left hand side before the roundabout.

Situation - The property is most attractively situated in one of Shrewsbury’s most sought after areas and has the benefit of a number of amenities close by. A range of state and private schools are readily available together with a tennis club whilst Shrewsbury town centre is within walking distance via the Porthill footbridge which offers delightful views and walks through the Quarry and along the banks of the River Severn.

Road - Commuters will find ready access to the main A5 commuter route linking east to Telford and the M54 motorway or alternatively north to Oswestry and with further links to Chester.

Rail - Shrewsbury railway station offers direct rail services to London, Birmingham and Chester.

Air - Birmingham Airport – 45–50 miles, Manchester Airport – 50–53 miles, Liverpool John Lennon Airport – 49–50 miles.

Schools - The property is ideally situated for a number of excellent schools, including Shrewsbury School, Shrewsbury High School, and preparatory schools such as Kingsland, St Winifred’s, and Prestfelde. A range of well-regarded state schools are also nearby, including Woodfield Infant School and St George’s Junior School, along with local secondary options such as The Priory School and Meole Brace School.

Sport - There are a range of sporting facilities nearby such as the Pengwern Rowing Club, local tennis and cricket clubs, golf at Shrewsbury and Condover, horse racing at Chester & Ludlow.

Description - Porthill House is an elegant and substantial period residence of considerable architectural merit, occupying a prominent position on the highly regarded Porthill Road. Porthill House displays many of the characteristics associated with the finest town-edge country houses of its era.

Constructed of attractive red brick beneath a pitched roof, the house retains a wealth of original features including well-proportioned reception rooms, sash windows, impressive ceiling heights and elegant architectural detailing throughout.

A welcoming reception hall forms an impressive introduction to the house and provides access to the principal reception rooms. The elegant drawing room is a beautifully proportioned space featuring large sash windows and views over the gardens, while the formal dining room offers an ideal setting for entertaining and family gatherings.

To the rear of the house lies the heart of the home: an exceptional open-plan kitchen and breakfast room which flows effortlessly into the impressive garden room extension. Designed to maximise natural light and capture views across the landscaped gardens, this outstanding space provides a wonderful environment for everyday family living. Large glazed elevations create a seamless connection between the interior and exterior, while doors open directly onto the terrace for summer entertaining. Supporting the kitchen are a practical utility room and separate ironing room, ensuring excellent ancillary accommodation. A well appointed shower room completes the ground floor accommodation.

On the first floor are three generous bedrooms together with the principal bedroom suite, enjoying attractive garden views and the benefit of an en suite bathroom. The remaining bedrooms are served by a well-appointed family bathroom.

The second floor provides further bedroom accommodation and offers flexibility for use as guest rooms, children's rooms, study space or hobbies accommodation depending on individual requirements.

In addition, the adjoining hayloft and stable buildings present exciting potential for further development, subject to any necessary consents, creating opportunities for ancillary accommodation, home offices, leisure facilities or guest suites. Occupying a secluded setting behind mature hedging and accessed through electric gates, the house enjoys a remarkable degree of privacy whilst being within easy reach of Shrewsbury's historic town centre.

Grounds & Gardens - Porthill House is approached through private electric gates opening onto a generous gravelled driveway which provides extensive parking and turning space. The driveway leads to a detached garage block with useful accommodation above, offering further versatility for storage, workshop space or future conversion opportunities, subject to the necessary consents.

The gardens are a particular feature of the property and provide a wonderful setting for the house. Extending predominantly to the south-west, they have been thoughtfully landscaped to create a series of attractive outdoor spaces combining formal structure with mature planting. Immediately adjoining the house is an expansive paved terrace, ideally positioned for al fresco dining and outdoor entertaining while enjoying the afternoon and evening sun.

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 - The property will be sold with the standard fixtures, fittings, and any other items specified in the sale agreement. Any personal items or additional furnishings not mentioned will be excluded from the sale. Please check with the agent for clarification on specific items.

Method Of Sale - The property is offered for sale by private treaty.

Tenure & Possession - We understand that the property is of freehold tenure and vacant possession will be given on completion of the purchase.

Services - We understand the property has the benefit of mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are understood to be connected. None of these services have been tested.

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

Rights Of Way & Easements - The property will be sold subject to any wayleaves, public or private rights of way, easements and covenants and all outgoings, whether mentioned in these sale particulars or not.

Boundaries, Roads & Fences - The Purchaser/s shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries, and neither the Vendor nor the Agents will be responsible for defining ownership of the boundary fences or hedges.

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