Available for the first time in over two decades, The Hawthorns is an attractive period property built in 1870 originally as two workers cottages. Serving as a much-adored family home, it has been sympathetically modernised and extended by the current owners and continues to radiate a wealth of original features throughout. These include exposed timber beams, original fireplaces and pitch pine panelled doors.

The ground floor accommodation flows from the entrance porch with four primary reception spaces; a drawing room, dining room, snug and study. Most notable is the atmospheric drawing room with a striking inglenook fireplace housing a Clearview stove, built-in shelving and a bay window. A superb single storey extension at the rear of the property incorporates an open plan kitchen/breakfast room which provides further living and entertaining space, with its part-vaulted ceiling and bi-fold doors opening onto the rear garden. The kitchen is fitted with timeless farmhouse-style units, a central island, electric AGA and range of integrated appliances. Adjoining is a utility room and separate WC.

Upstairs there are four individually styled bedrooms all with views over the grounds and gardens. The principal bedroom has built in wardrobes and an ensuite featuring a bespoke Albion free standing bath with shower over. A family bathroom completes the first floor accommodation.

Local Authority: Shropshire CouncilServices: House and annexe: Oil fired central heating, mains electricity. Private water supply. Private drainage to septic tank. Council Tax: Band G Fixtures and Fittings: Only those items known as fixtures and fittings will be included in the sale. Certain items such as garden ornaments, carpets and curtains may be available by separate negotiation.

This property has 1.06 acres of land.

Outside

The delightful gardens at The Hawthorns are a particular feature of the property, being carefully curated by the current owners. The fully enclosed grounds offer a wonderful blend of expansive lawned areas and borders stocked with a wide variety of herbaceous flowering plants, specimen shrubs and mature trees. A striking ornamental raised pond stands on a paved terrace extending from the property that provides a number of seating and al fresco dining areas. Looking back towards the house is a timber summerhouse. Stepping stones lead down the garden to a picket gate which opens into a large orchard. The gardens and grounds total 1.06 acre in all.

At the front of the property, the gravel driveway provides ample parking for several vehicles and gives access to the double carport. At the rear of the car port are a workshop and store.

The annexe is located above the carport and provides a versatile space with an open-plan studio, kitchen and shower room. Ideal for many uses such as a gym, home working space or games/entertainment room.

Situation

The Hawthorns is located on the edge of the historic market town of Bridgnorth, which offers a wealth of amenities such as a cinema, shops, cafés and restaurants including The Royle and The Atrium restaurant and bar. Bridgnorth and the surrounding area offers excellent schooling facilities for all ages. Leisure opportunities in the area include regular events such as the English Haydn Festival, Ludlow Food Festival, Much Wenlock Literary Festival and the Shrewsbury Flower Show. The open countryside and rolling hills of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are close-at hand, providing excellent walking, cycling and riding routes.

There is an excellent range of schooling within both the state and private sector, including nearby primary and secondary schools in Bridgnorth. Further afield are Concord College, Wrekin College and The Royal School Wolverhampton.

The property is within easy commuting distance of the County town of Shrewsbury, and the commercial centres of Wolverhampton and Telford. There are main line train services running direct trains to London from Stourbridge and Wolverhampton and Manchester to Cardiff from Ludlow. Airports can be found at at Birmingham, Manchester and East Midlands.

Directions

From Shrewsbury, take the A458 southeast towards Bridgnorth and follow the A458 for 17 miles, after which you will find the property on your left.

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