ATTRACTIVE VICTORIAN HOUSE IN IRONBRIDGE GORGE WITH VIEWS OVER RIVER

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1 ATTRACTIVE VICTORIAN HOUSE IN IRONBRIDGE GORGE WITH VIEWS OVER RIVER Broomycroft, High Street, Coalport, Shropshire TF8 7HP Freehold

2 Attractive Victorian house in Ironbridge Gorge with elevated views over the River Severn and sits in grounds of just over an acre Broomycroft, High Street, Coalport, Shropshire TF8 7HP Freehold 3 reception rooms kitchen & utility 4 bedrooms (1 ensuite) family bathroom ground floor shower room & sauna gardens & grounds of just over an acre EPC rating = D Situation Broomycroft is located in the pretty hamlet of Coalport and enjoys an elevated position overlooking the River Severn and its glorious wooded gorge. The area benefits from World Heritage status being the site of the world s first iron bridge and the birth place of the industrial revolution. Today, Ironbridge is a tranquil extended village with a number of independent shops, restaurants and public houses together with museums celebrating its fascinating local history. The area benefits from many countryside walks including an old railway tracks which run alongside the river banks of the Severn. There are good schools in both the state and independent sector including Coalbrookdale Infant and Junior School, Thomas Telford Academy, Wrekin College, Shrewsbury School and High School. Telford, less than 5 miles to the north, has a wide range of shops, restaurants, leisure facilities and provides access onto the M54 and wider motorway network. Alternatively, the county town of Shrewsbury is 15 miles away and has independent shops and hosts a number of cultural events throughout the year. Both Telford and Shrewsbury have direct rail links to London and Manchester. Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool International airports are all within travelling distance. Description Broomycroft is a most attractive Victorian house set in a wonderful position overlooking the River Severn and has only been sold twice in 200 years. The property was originally believed to have been the home of a Timber Merchant and has the advantage of owning land immediately in front of the property

3 and next to the river which means that the fantastic view it enjoys can be preserved. The current owner bought the property over twenty years ago and sympathetically renovated throughout leaving as many original features as possible including doors, decorative coving, ceiling roses, wooden shutters, and Maws tiles in the front entrance porch. The two principal reception rooms are beautifully proportioned and found at the front of the property to benefit from the views over the River Severn and wooded gorge. The drawing room has a decorative wooden surround with a cast iron insert with inset tiles believed to come from the local area whilst the dining room has two recessed and arched niches. The kitchen has a wide selection of light wall and base units together with a Belfast sink, integrated dishwasher and granite worktops. An electric AGA sits within a brick inglenook with a decorative wooden surround. A door leads through to a utility with access to the rear of the property. The morning room is a more informal space which has a modern, living flame electric fire and benefits from double doors leading to the side of the property. The ground floor accommodation is completed with a wet room with an adjoining sauna. A staircase with mahogany hand rail and turned spindles lead to a half landing with a stain glass window above providing additional light. The first floor accommodation has been rearranged from originally five bedrooms to now provide a larger master bedroom, reducing the bedroom numbers to four. There are three further bedrooms (one ensuite) together with a well-appointed family bathroom. Outside Broomcroft sits in generous, mature gardens extending to just over an acre. Access is through electric gates onto a block paved drive which leads to the front and side of the house. A pedestrian path leads through to a paddock to the side of the property. The gardens have an array of colour and have a number of specimen plants throughout. Directions: From Ironbridge follow the B4373 towards Broseley, turn left immediately before the bridge onto Waterloo Street. Follow the road for 0.8 miles turn right at the junction and immediately left. Broomycroft can be found shortly after on the left hand side. Services: Mains Water, Electricity and Gas. Private Drainage. The property benefits from double glazing throughout. The property is offered for sale by private treaty.

4 All fixtures, fittings and garden statuary are specifically excluded unless otherwise mentioned in these sale particulars. 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. It should not be assumed that the property has the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents. Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. The Purchaser must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Brochure prepared May 2018 Photographs taken May 2018 Tenure: Freehold Local Authority: Telford & Wrekin Council (Band F) Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Savills

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6 Savills Telford Tony Morris-Eyton savills.co.uk Important notice: Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that 1: They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2: Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise Job ID: User initials: db