Egerton House, 22 Havelock Road, Belle Vue, Shrewsbury, SY3 7NE

A magnificent Victorian family residence of exceptional character and quality situated in one of Shrewsbury's most desirable residential locations.

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From Shrewsbury town centre proceed over the English Bridge into Abbey Foregate and continue onto Belle Vue Road. Turn left into Havelock Road, where the property will be found after a short distance on the right-hand side, with ample parking for up to 5 cars.

Situation - Egerton House occupies a highly desirable position within the Belle Vue Conservation Area, one of Shrewsbury's most sought-after residential neighbourhoods. Combining the convenience of town-centre living with a strong sense of community, Belle Vue offers attractive period architecture, excellent amenities and easy access to The Quarry Park, Shrewsbury School, independent shops, restaurants and the town's historic centre. The property enjoys a peaceful setting whilst remaining within comfortable walking distance of everyday facilities and transport links.

Road - The A5 provides excellent access to the M6 towards Birmingham and the national motorway network, whilst the A49 offers convenient routes north towards Chester and south towards Hereford.

Rail - Shrewsbury Railway Station provides direct services to Birmingham, Chester, Crewe, Manchester, London and North Wales, offering excellent regional and national connectivity.

Air - Birmingham Airport is approximately one hour away, whilst Manchester, Liverpool and East Midlands Airports provide a comprehensive range of domestic and international destinations.

Schooling - The property lies within easy reach of highly regarded state and independent schools, including Shrewsbury School, Prestfelde, Shrewsbury High School and Priory School. The property lies within easy reach of highly regarded state and independent schools, falling in the catchment area for Coleham Primary School which has an Outstanding Offsted Rating.

Sporting - Excellent recreational facilities include The Quarry Park, Shrewsbury Golf Club, Meole Brace Golf Course, Pengwern Rowing Club, tennis facilities and the David Lloyd Health & Leisure Club.

Description - Egerton House is a distinguished Victorian home built between 1879 and 1881 as part of an elegant terrace of four substantial residences commissioned by local builder Richard Price. Rich in local history, the property was formerly occupied by Thomas Pidduck Deakin, twice Mayor of Shrewsbury and a prominent figure in the town's commercial life. Retaining much of its distinctive Victorian character, attractive brickwork and original craftsmanship, the house has since been sensitively restored to provide exceptional family accommodation in one of Shrewsbury's most desirable residential locations.

A magnificent reception hall provides a striking first impression, featuring original Minton encaustic tiled flooring, restored period panelling, a bespoke stained glass entrance surround and an elegant staircase with original balustrading. A Victorian roof lantern floods the space with natural light.

The principal reception room is beautifully proportioned and centres around a recently restored Carrara marble fireplace with decorative Minton tile inserts. Original floorboards, fitted cabinetry and a large bay window create a wonderful setting for both formal entertaining and family living.

The second reception room currently serves as a study and library, enhanced by bespoke full-height bookcases, plantation shutters and a wood-burning stove, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

At the heart of the home lies a superb kitchen and dining room. Updated by the current owners, the space combines impressive ceiling heights with oak flooring, attractive cabinetry, open shelving and extensive storage. A practical boot room and pantry area further enhance everyday functionality. The upper floors provide five well proportioned bedrooms and three bath/shower rooms. The principal bedroom features bespoke fitted storage, decorative panelling, William Morris wall coverings and an original fireplace with Carrara marble surround and Minton tiled detailing. The accompanying en suite bathroom has been comprehensively refurbished with quality Burlington sanitaryware and brass fittings.

Further bedrooms retain original fireplaces and period detailing, whilst the second floor offers versatile accommodation with exposed timbers, additional fitted storage, bathroom facilities and useful attic space. Throughout the house, original sash windows, panelled doors, historic ironmongery and numerous Victorian features have been carefully updated and preserved, creating a home of wonderful character and authenticity.

Gardens And Grounds - The property is complemented by mature and thoughtfully landscaped gardens that provide a wonderful extension to the living accommodation. The current owners have undertaken significant improvements including the creation of attractive planting beds, newly laid lawn areas, raised vegetable gardens and a productive greenhouse.

A delightful south-facing and private courtyard provides a sheltered and private space for outdoor dining and entertaining, whilst a separate patio area enjoys the evening sun and overlooks the main garden. Mature boundaries, established planting and an impressive historic yew hedge help create both privacy and year-round interest.

The gardens have been designed to balance practicality with visual appeal, providing excellent spaces for family enjoyment, gardening enthusiasts and outdoor entertaining alike.

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.

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

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.

Services - We understand that the property benefits from mains water, mains electricity, mains drainage and gas-fired central heating. Ultrafast broadband is available at the property with predicted download speeds of up to 2300 Mbps. Interested parties should make their own enquiries with their chosen provider. None of these services have been tested by Halls.

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

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