The Penthouse solely occupies the top floor of The Tracery, a prestigious development of just four dwellings within the former Swan Hill Congregational Church which dates back to 1868. Sympathetically converted in 2019 by reputable local house builders Charters Homes, there is a meticulous attention to detail along with the use of high quality materials giving an a superb finish throughout. Features include original stone walls, engineered oak flooring and impressive high ceilings.

The front door to the apartment opens into a ground floor hallway with study area to the end and off which leads a guest bedroom with vaulted ceiling. This is complemented by a spacious en suite bathroom featuring a pair of decorative lancet windows.

An elegant wrought iron, glass and oak staircase rises to the first floor past the spectacular Gothic Tracery window from which the building takes its name. Opening into a light and atmospheric open plan kitchen/living/dining room with vaulted ceiling and windows to three elevations framing the surrounding roofscapes. This social space is ideal for both comfortable everyday living and larger scale entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with stylish inline cabinetry under Quartz counter tops, a range of Neff appliances and central island.

The principal bedroom has a decorative arched alcove and en-suite with large shower. A further bedroom with built in wardrobes and a bathroom complete this floor.

Services: Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage Tenure: Share of the freehold. Ask agent for further details. Agents note: The property is unlisted 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. Wayleaves, rights of way and easements: The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

Outside

Approached along a private driveway, there is an allocated parking space to the front of the building. Internally, the apartment is serviced by both a lift and staircase rising from the foyer and from where there is access to an individual secure lock up for additional storage.

Situation

The Tracery occupies an enviable position within the much coveted “Loop” of the River Severn, close to the excellent amenities of Shrewsbury town centre and with access to charming rover walks. The town also enjoys a range of bespoke shops, prize winning covered market, bars and restaurants along with year round events including the popular Shrewsbury Flower Show, Food Festival and Regatta.

Shrewsbury is noted for its excellent schools both within the state and private sectors. Across the Severn is Shrewsbury School, while the GDST High School is just along the road. Further schooling in the area includes Prestfelde and Packwood Preparatory schools, Moreton Hall, Ellesmere College and Wrekin College.

Road communications are excellent with the A5 M54 linking through to Telford, the West Midlands and the national motorway network beyond. There is a train station in Shrewsbury with a regular service to the Midlands and London. International airports are available at Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool and East Midlands.

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