Leintwardine, Shropshire

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Barn Owl Cottage33 High Street | Leintwardine | Shropshire | SY7 0LF

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Barn Owl Cottage“We were first attracted by how stunning the Grade II Listed thatched cottage was. It has so much character and style. The brilliant location was also another aspect that drew us to the property,” says Vivienne.

“The local village of Leintwardine is spectacular. There are many local amenities and facilities near by including a local butchers, garage, post office and newsagents. It has everything you could need just a short distance away. The area is also wonderful for going on long scenic walks and each time you can take a different route,” adds Vivienne. “Transport links are also easily accessible with a bus stop just down the road. For the nearest train station you can go to Ludlow which is approximately nine miles away.”

“Over the years of living at Barn Owl Cottage we have made a few improvements to both the cottage as well as the detached barn conversion annexe. The annexe has so many possibilities and could be used as a holiday home or extra accommodation for grandparents/guests to stay. It is a fantastic size and has been immaculately kept. My favourite room in the cottage would have to be the lounge because it is so cosy and warm in the winter due to the beautiful log burner fire. I am really going to miss the size of the house when we leave,” continues Vivienne.

“The garden is large and has a fish pond. It is a superb house for entertaining purposes because of the light that the property gets. The space of the rooms and the garden combined therefore create a brilliant social space for having family and friends over and for having barbecues in the summer. We have had many family celebrations where we have set up a marquee in the garden. It is also great at Christmas time for having all the family around.”

“Barn Owl Cottage will make the perfect home for any individual, retired couple or family. It will lend itself to what you want it to be. We have really appreciated living here over the years. It ticks all the correct boxes offering a brilliant location and friendly community with a light, spacious and comfortable cottage with annexe.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.



A charming 17th Century Grade II Listed timber framed thatched two to three bedroom cottage together with a detached two bedroom barn conversion annexe, large grounds and outbuildings occupying a central position in the popular village of Leintwardine on the Shropshire/Herefordshire border.

LocationLeintwardine is a pretty village in the Welsh Marches some 9 miles west of historic Ludlow. Dating back to Roman times it is on the Shropshire, Herefordshire and Powys borders.

With a thriving local community having a primary school and the well regarded Wigmore secondary school just 4 miles distance, offering a range of village shops, a doctor’s surgery, a post office, a petrol station and two Public Houses including the popular Lion Inn. It is a destination for tourists and an ideal base from which to explore the Welsh Marches and surrounding market towns.

Ludlow 9 miles | Craven Arms 8 miles | Knighton 8 miles | Hereford 25 miles.

Barn Owl Cottage occupies a central position off the High Street whilst retaining privacy and offering large grounds. Approached through a gated driveway with parking.

DirectionsFrom Ludlow proceed north on the A49 to Bromfield and turn left signposted Knighton and Leintwardine. Proceed on the A4113 to Leintwardine and arriving in the village proceed along the High Street where Barn Owl Cottage is found on the left hand side.

ServicesWe are informed the properties connect to mains water and drainage, mains electricity and oil fired central heating.

EPC Exempt

Council TaxHerefordshire Council tel. no. 01432 260360Barn Owl Cottage – Band EDetached Barn Conversion Annexe – Band C

ApproachA gated gravelled driveway leads in off the High Street having ample parking and access to a timber framed open double carport.

Storm PorchA gated pathway leads to Barn Owl Cottage with front door to a tiled hall.

Entrance HallWith a wealth of exposed beams and a door leading into a Cottage kitchen dining room.

Kitchen Dining RoomWith original flagstone floor, a stone inglenook fireplace with open fire. Having a range of kitchen units, an integrated sink, space for an electric range oven, double aspect windows to front and rear overlooking the gardens.

Sitting RoomBoasting character with a wealth of exposed timbers, original doors, quarry tiled floor, centred around a large stone inglenook fireplace with bread ovens and inset wood burning stove. Having a staircase off to the side with original Oak staircase, with rear entrance door to attaching sun room and door through to an inner hallway and access to a utility room, bathroom and broom cupboard.

Utility RoomUtility room with plumbing for appliances and a Belfast sink.

BathroomOffering a modern white bathroom suite incorporating a panelled bath with electric instant shower, WC and hand basin.

Sun RoomTo the rear elevation via stone steps is a lean-to sun room having a tiled floor and Perspex roof, pleasant views to the gardens. A rear entrance door to brick paved patio seating area with BBQ and raised floral beds.

StaircaseAn original Oak staircase ascends from the sitting room with a quirky split-level landing offering access to a good sized:

Master BedroomA double bedroom with exposed beams whilst having original doors and a wooden floor with access to:


En suite BathroomHaving a half sized corner bath tub, WC, hand basin and enclosed Linen cupboard.

Second BedroomA double room having wardrobes and carpet, a radiator and window to side, with exposed wall and ceiling timbers and a doorway leading through to a third bedroom.

Third BedroomA double bedroom having wardrobes and carpet, a radiator and window to the side, with exposed wall and ceiling beams.

Detached AnnexeA detached Grade II listed barn converted and fully refurbished to a high standard now offering an annexe with a wealth of character and featured stone walls and exposed beams.

The Annexe has been refurbished to a high standard incorporating softwood joinery and doors, flooring and staircase whilst retaining the original features of the timber framed construction offering exposed purlin beams and wall structures.The fixture and fittings are modern and the annexe provides substantial and well-appointed secondary accommodation with an opportunity to generate an income as a holiday home subject to planning permissions and requirement or to provide additional residential space to Barn Owl Cottage.

Reception HallWith a galleried staircase and landing having a beautiful vaulted ceiling, sky lights and door to left entering into the

Sitting RoomWith a fitted carpet, a radiator and a stable door to front. Across the reception hall a door leads into the kitchen.

Kitchen Dining RoomHaving a range of kitchen units and work surfaces, integrated electric hob and oven, integrated ceramic sink and drainer with space for dining table and chairs with stone walls and exposed beams. Door to enclosed:

Utility CupboardWith plumbing for washing machine and storage.

Staircase to LandingStairs ascending to the first floor a door to the left leads to a

BedroomA good size double bedroom having a wealth of exposed ceiling timbers with a vaulted ceiling, enclosed walk-in wardrobe and also airing cupboard with immersion. Having a private En suite shower room having cubicle, hand basin and WC.

BedroomA second double bedroom with a radiator and door to private en suite bathroom with a roll top bath, WC, hand basin and partially tiled walls.

OutsideOff the High Street via a gravelled driveway with ample parking having stone walls and raised floral beds. Off the driveway and attaching to the annexe is a

workshop/storage shed housing central heating boilers whilst offering a sink unit and additional white goods space. Having an old hay loft above with potential for adaption.

The carport is found adjacent and leads through to the garage and attaching workshop with large working space under a corrugated roof. To side an archway leads to lawned gardens with fruit trees having featured garden pond.

The property also benefits from a large open fronted Dutch barn of timber framed construction with a corrugated roof and having chicken coup to side. The gardens are well-screened having tall hedgerows and herbaceous borders whilst incorporating well-maintained vegetable gardens with greenhouse, box hedging and a pergola seating area with rockery and lawned pathways interspersed with well-stocked floral and herbaceous beds and Summer House, all providing very attractive grounds.

Agents NoteThis attractive and unique thatched chocolate box cottage offers both history and charm. The staircase is a little quirky and steep but in keeping with the character of the property whilst having original doors, floors and joinery and the exposed timber framed construction.

The large grounds offer lots of opportunity and with substantial outbuildings and the annexe there is great potential for further adaption subject to requirement and permissions.



Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 28.05.2015

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