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2 Old School HouseShobdon | HR6 9ND

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2 Old School House“We spent a long time looking around a number of houses, but as soon as I saw this beautiful village property I instantly fell in love. It has such a wonderful architectural structure with spectacular views. You really get the best of both worlds living here,” says John.

“The local village of Shobdon is a popular village having a number of amenities including a pub, primary school, village hall, church, thriving shop and post office. Transport links are also easily accessible with Leominster and Ludlow train stations a short distance away and a local bus service.”

“When we purchased the property, it had been completely refurbished and modernised to an immaculate standard. It has comfortable accommodation of three bedrooms and a huge amount of character. The house is extremely cosy and warm especially in the winter because of the wood-burning stove. The rooms are also extremely light and spacious. The house retains character features yet is modern and easily maintained. The combination of both really works well,” continues John.

“The house benefits from having beautifully landscaped gardens. It would be great for a keen gardener to continue this. In the summer it is wonderful for having dinner in the courtyard. The large kitchen/dining room is also extremely spacious and fantastic for entertaining purposes when you want to have friends and family over. There is enough space for everyone without it feeling overcrowded.”

“2 Old School House would be the perfect home for a family or couple looking to relocate to a rural area with beautiful surroundings. We have really enjoyed living here and I am sure the next owners will be just as happy,” concludes John*

* 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 beautifully presented character property, having been sympathetically restored to create a wonderful village home. Having generously proportioned accommodation over two floors to include large dining kitchen with utility and cloakroom, lounge with wood burner, three bedrooms, en suite and family bathroom. All set in beautiful gardens overlooking open fields with detached garage and driveway parking. Viewing strongly recommended to appreciate this unique property.

The village of Shobdon offers a good range of amenities including village shop/post office, primary school, church, public house/restaurant and a bus service. In addition, at Shobdon airfield, gliding and flying lessons can be undertaken. The nearby market towns of Leominster, Ludlow, Kington and Presteigne are all within 20 minutes’ drive and offer a wider range of social, shopping and leisure facilities. The countryside surrounding is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty with an abundance of wildlife plus excellent walking and riding.

The Property The current owners have created a lovely period home with bespoke double glazed stone mullion windows, oak doors, underfloor heating to the ground floor, beautiful fitted kitchen with Rangemaster creating a wonderful space for cooking and entertaining. The owners have installed a wood burner into the living room with feature arched door leading out onto the gardens.

The property comprises the following accommodation (measurements are provided for identification only):

Dining Kitchen 20’3” x 14’3” (6.17m x 4.34m) Fitted with a range of ivory coloured Shaker style base and wall mounted cabinets, wooden worksurfaces, ceramic sink with mixer tap, integrated freezer, gas fired Rangemaster, feature arched stone mullion double glazed windows to front, tiled floor, underfloor heating, spotlights, smoke alarm, doors to front and rear, cupboard housing controls for underfloor heating, doors off.

Utility Housing the boiler for central heating, double glazed window to rear, plumbing and space for washing machine, worksurfaces, tiled floor, loft hatch.

CloakroomFitted with a low level WC, wash hand basin, radiator, tiled floor, double glazed window to rear.

Sitting Room20’10” x 14’8” (6.35m x 4.47m)Double glazed window to rear, feature arched double glazed door to side, double glazed window to front, tiled floor, wood burning stove

on tiled hearth with wooden surround, two TV points, exposed beams, wall lights, oak staircase rising to first floor.

First Floor Landing A large landing with feature arched double glazed window with seating area, two radiators, two loft hatches, built in cupboards, two smoke alarms, doors off. Would make an ideal office/study space.

Master Bedroom14’2” x 14’1” (4.32m x 4.3m) Velux window, arched double glazed window to rear, exposed beams, two radiators, TV point.

En Suite Shower Room Fitted with a suite comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, enclosed shower cubicle with chrome shower, tiled floor, splashback wall tiling, chrome heated towel rail, spot lights, extractor fan.

Bedroom Two9’ x 10’ (2.74m x 3.05m)Arched stone mullion double glazed window to front, radiator and TV point.


Bedroom Three 8’5” x 8’1” (2.57m x 2.46m)Double glazed window to rear, radiator and TV point.

Bathroom Double glazed window to rear. Fitted with a suite comprising roll top bath with claw feet, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, tiled floor, heated towel rail, radiator, splashback wall tiling, extractor fan, spotlights.

Outside The property is approached off the village road, via School Lane which leads round to the:

Garage 12’6” x 18’11” (3.8m x 5.77m)Detached timber and brick garage with double doors to the front, storage space over, light and power and ample parking to the front.

Gardens The delightful gardens have been landscaped and lovingly cultivated, well stocked with flowering plants, shrubs and mature trees providing privacy, seating areas with formal lawned area to the front of the property.

Having brick paved courtyard ideal for outside dining and entertaining, courtesy lights with sensor, cold water tap, outside power point, lawn and gravelled areas and large willow tree.

TenureWe are informed that the property is of Freehold Tenure

ServicesWe are informed that the property is connected to mains electricity, mains gas, mains water, mains drainage, broadband connected.

HeatingGas fired central heating, underfloor heating to ground floor.

NoteThe selling agents wish to remind prospective purchasers that the services, service installations, heating & electrical appliances have NOT been tested.

Council TaxBand D - £1584.00 (2015/16)

DirectionsOn entering Shobdon from Leominster, pass the Bateman Arms on the left hand side, turn right past the Old School House into School

Lane, continue to the end and around to the right, the property can be identified by the Agents For Sale board.

ViewingBy appointment through selling agents – McCartneys LLP: 01568 610222

Opening HoursMonday – Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

NoticeFloor Plan for illustrative purposes only, not to scale. All measurements and distances are approximate. The normal enquiries carried out by a purchaser’s Solicitor and the type of inspection undertaken by a purchaser’s Surveyor have not been carried out by the Selling Agents for the purpose of preparation of these particulars.

Messrs McCartneys LLP for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that: the particulars are produced in good faith, are set out as a general guide only and do not constitute any part of a contract; no person in the employment of McCartneys LLP has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.


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 04.09.2015

MCCARTNEYS LLP REGISTERED OFFICE: McCartneys LLP, The Ox

Pasture, Overton Road, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 4AA. Tel: 01584 872251. REGISTERED NO: OC310186


Fine & Country Leominster 7 Broad Street, Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 8EP

Tel 01568 610222
