Ratlinghope, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5

A unique opportunity to acquire two country cottages and a newly converted barn sitting in 3 acres of idyllic grounds surrounded by rolling countryside.

Birchope Farm is an idyllic countryside retreat offering a wonderful 3-bedroom stone cottage, a 2-bedroom cottage and a newly converted barn. The properties sit in 3 acres of gardens and grounds, located in stunning and picturesque countryside in the heart of The Shropshire Hills National Landscape. The views are exceptional. The property offers tremendous flexibility including multi-generational living, holiday letting and much more.

Birchope Farm
Reception hall with original period front door.
Large open plan kitchen/family room with exceptional vaulted ceiling with exposed beams throughout. The kitchen is fully fitted with solid hardwood units and integrated appliances including a Falcon range cooker with electric oven and gas hob, a Bosch dishwasher and kitchen sink. The garden room is fully glazed with views over the formal gardens, the wider landscape, and French doors to the terrace area.
A cosy sitting room with parquet flooring and a large inglenook fireplace housing a Parkray Aspect 8 wood burning stove.
A snug with a further Clearview wood burning stove.
Study room.
Principal bedroom with glorious views and an en-suite shower room.
Two further bedrooms, one of which is ground floor.
Family bathroom and 2 en-suite shower rooms.
Utility room with central heating boiler and plumbing for washing facilities.

Birchope Byre
A wonderful 2 bedroom cottage boasting character and charm.
Open plan kitchen/sitting room with exposed beams, Clearview wood burning stove. Kitchen with fitted units and appliances, ample space for dining.
Two double bedrooms.
Shower room and separate bathroom.
Utility room with units and plumbing for washing facilities.

Birchope Barn
A newly converted barn offering modern living.
An open plan kitchen/living area with newly fitted kitchen units and appliances.
One bedroom.
Modern shower room.
Sitting room with idyllic countryside views.

Outside
The property sits in around 3.34 acres of idyllic gardens and grounds.
There are a range of well stocked herbaceous borders, landscaped gardens and mature trees throughout.
Spacious paddocks providing ample space for a variety of purposes.
Terrace area ideal for seasonal al-fresco dining and soaking in the exceptional, unspoilt countryside views.
Kitchen garden area with apple, pear and cherry trees.
A range of stores providing useful storage.

Situation
Situated in an idyllic and tranquil rural setting with the most exceptional far reaching views.
Nearby market towns of Church Stretton and Bishops Castle provides supermarkets, shops, cafes, restaurants and much more.
Just further afield Shrewsbury and Ludlow offer a wider range of facilities.
Primary and secondary schools within easy reach.

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Local Authority: Shropshire Council.

Services: Private borehole. Mains electricity and solar panels. LPG central heating. Wet under floor heating in kitchen. Private drainge.

Council Tax: Birchope Farm: F
Birchope Byre: D

EPC’s: Birchope Farm: E
Birchope Byre: E
Birchope Barn: D

Wayleaves, easements and rights of way: The property will be sold subject to and with the benefits of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these sales particulars or not.

Viewings: Strictly by appointment via Mark Wiggin Estate Agents.