4 Bedroom Detached House For Sale
A beautifully renovated detached former Duke of Sutherland estate cottage with south-facing gardens, generous parking, home office and useful outbuildings, enjoying a peaceful semi-rural setting between Wellington and Shrewsbury. Combining period charm with modern family living, Chestnut Cottage offers four bedrooms, versatile reception space and wonderful gardens ideal for families, gardeners and home workers alike.
DESCRIPTION
Chestnut Cottage is a beautifully restored detached former Duke of Sutherland estate cottage, blending period charm with the comforts of modern family living. Dating from around 1880 and thoughtfully extended over the years, the property offers spacious and versatile accommodation, attractive south-facing gardens and a peaceful semi-rural setting.
Approached via a generous gravel driveway providing ample parking, the cottage immediately impresses with its picturesque fa硤e, adorned with climbing roses and mature planting. Inside, the home retains a wealth of character while offering the practical layout required for contemporary living.
The welcoming entrance hall leads to a bright dining room overlooking the front garden and a spacious sitting room, where a striking floor-to-ceiling window fills the space with natural light. At the heart of the home is the stylish kitchen, fitted with solid wood worktops and complemented by a useful utility room and cloakroom. A cosy breakfast room with a multi-fuel burner set within an inglenook fireplace provides the perfect place to gather with family and friends throughout the seasons.
A separate home office with its own independent entrance offers excellent flexibility for remote working, running a business from home or creating a dedicated hobby space.
Upstairs, exposed beams and vaulted ceilings add to the cottage's character. The principal bedroom benefits from an ensuite shower room, while three further bedrooms and a family bathroom with a freestanding roll-top bath provide comfortable accommodation for growing families and visiting guests.
Outside, the gardens are a particular highlight. South-facing and beautifully established, they offer a wonderful balance of open lawn, colourful borders, vegetable beds and secluded seating areas. A covered decked entertaining space allows for outdoor dining and relaxation throughout much of the year.
The property is further enhanced by a range of useful outbuildings including a workshop with mains electricity, potting shed and additional garden stores, making it an ideal home for gardeners, hobbyists and those requiring extra storage.
Combining heritage, character and modern convenience, Chestnut Cottage offers a rare opportunity to enjoy country-style living within easy reach of Wellington, Telford and Shrewsbury.
LOCATION
Chestnut Cottage enjoys a peaceful setting in the small rural village of Crudgington, nestled in the heart of the North Shropshire countryside. Despite its tranquil surroundings, the property is conveniently located for access to nearby towns, including Shrewsbury (11 miles), Telford (8.4 miles), and Newport (8.1 miles). These towns offer a wide range of amenities such as supermarkets, high street and independent shops, restaurants, pubs, and cultural attractions—including the popular Theatre Severn in Shrewsbury. Within the village itself, there is a local shop and post office for day-to-day essentials.
Crudgington Primary School, established in 1877 and one of the oldest in the country, has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted. The area is also well served by a selection of highly regarded educational institutions, including the Grammar Schools in Newport and prestigious independent schools such as Packwood Haugh, Prestfelde, Ellesmere College, Wrekin College, and both Shrewsbury School and Shrewsbury High School.
The surrounding Shropshire countryside is renowned for its beauty, and Crudgington is an ideal location for those who enjoy the outdoors. There are excellent opportunities for walking, cycling, fishing, and horse riding, with golf available at nearby Hawkstone Park.
Transport links are excellent, with the M54 just 6 miles away, providing easy access to the national motorway network. Stafford railway station offers regular direct services to London Euston, with journey times from approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes.
For international travel, major airports at Manchester, East Midlands, and Birmingham are all within reasonable reach.
DIRECTIONS
From Telford, follow the A5223 (Whitchurch Drive) continuing onto the A442 following signs to Whitchurch. After approximately 3.5 miles and upon entering the village of Crudgington, turn right into Crudgington Green. After approximately 130 yards, turn right and the property will be found on your left hand side.
ROOMS
GROUND FLOOR
ENTRANCE HALL
The front door opens into a welcoming hallway with solid oak flooring. A staircase leads to the first floor, and a generous cloak cupboard is tucked neatly beneath, providing practical storage space.
DINING ROOM
Located to the left of the hall, the dining room overlooks the front lawn and enjoys natural light. It also includes a useful store room, ideal for additional storage or pantry use.
SITTING ROOM
Flowing from the dining room, the sitting room is a bright and inviting space featuring an electric fire and a striking floor-to-ceiling window that fills the room with light.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
Added in 2015, the modern kitchen is well-equipped with a range of fitted units and solid wood worktops. It includes an oven, electric hob with extractor fan, tiled flooring, and Velux windows that bring in plenty of natural light.
UTILITY ROOM
Accessed via glazed doors from the kitchen, the utility room provides additional storage, a WC, and a door opening out to the rear patio—perfect for practical day-to-day use.
GYM
Accessible from the kitchen and with its own external door, the gym is a versatile room that would also make an ideal office, offering a quiet, flexible space ideal for a range of uses.
SNUG
Completing the ground floor is a cosy snug, featuring a multi-fuel burner set within an original inglenook fireplace—a perfect spot for relaxing, reading or a morning coffee.
FIRST FLOOR
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
The staircase rises to a landing with exposed beams and vaulted ceilings, creating a sense of space and character.
PRINCIPAL BEDROOM
The spacious principal bedroom benefits from a built-in wardrobe/store area and a modern ensuite shower room, offering comfort and privacy.
BEDROOM TWO
A well-proportioned double bedroom, ideal for guests or family.
BEDROOM THREE
Another double bedroom, light and airy, suitable for children or guests.
BEDROOM FOUR
A single bedroom with fitted wardrobes, making it ideal for use as a child’s room, study, or nursery.
FAMILY BATHROOM
The family bathroom is tastefully appointed with a freestanding roll-top bath, offering a relaxing space to unwind.
EXTERNAL
DRIVEWAY & APPROACH
A gravelled driveway provides ample parking for multiple vehicles. A stone pathway leads through a well-maintained lawn with box hedging to the front door, and continues around the property for easy access.
OUTBUILDINGS
The garden includes several practical structures: a workshop with mains electricity, a timber lean-to store, a potting shed, and a further garden store—perfect for gardening tools or DIY projects.
FRONT GARDEN
The attractive south-facing fa硤e is adorned with climbing roses and a Rembrandt vine. The garden itself is mainly laid to lawn and framed by colourful herbaceous borders, rich in wildflowers and spring bulbs.
DECKING AREA
A covered decked area with electricity offers a fantastic outdoor dining and entertaining space.
REAR GARDEN
At the back, a raised lawn features enclosed vegetable beds—ideal for keen gardeners. A small patio provides a peaceful nook, perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or evening drink.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
Telford and Wrekin Council.
COUNCIL TAX BAND
Council Tax Band -
POSSESSION AND TENURE
Freehold with vacant possession on completion.
VIEWINGS
Strictly by appointment with the selling agent.
ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) CHECKS
We are legally obligated to undertake anti-money laundering checks on all property purchasers. Whilst we are responsible for ensuring that these checks, and any ongoing monitoring, are conducted properly; the initial checks will be handled on our behalf by a specialist company, Movebutler, who will reach out to you once your offer has been accepted. The charge for these checks is £30 (including VAT) per purchaser, which covers the necessary data collection and any manual checks or monitoring that may be required. This cost must be paid in advance, directly to Movebutler, before a memorandum of sale can be issued, and is non-refundable. We thank you for your cooperation.
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