Rednal Manor, Rednal, Oswestry

Rednal Manor is a remarkable half-timbered country house, believed to originate from the 17th century. Originally composed of three half-timbered cottages connected by a barn, it has since been transformed into a spacious and stylish family home of outstanding character and merit.The property is primarily constructed of mellow red brickwork with half-timbered sections and is topped with pitched slate roofs.All rooms within the manor are generously proportioned, offering ample natural light throughout. The home features two staircases, one of which is a spiral staircase leading from the drawing room to an upper gallery. Period features abound, including exposed wall and ceiling timbers, visible roof trusses in the drawing room, decorative brickwork panels, and open fireplaces, all contributing to the property's historic charmThis five-bedroom detached country house offers approximately 4,000 sq ft of well-appointed living space, complemented by a range of garages and beautifully landscaped south-facing gardens, spanning around 1.2 acres. This property is idyllically situated in the rural hamlet of Rednal, near Oswestry, with stunning views of the surrounding open countryside.The property features a wealth of thoughtfully presented accommodations spread over two generously proportioned floors, showcasing traditional features throughout. On the ground floor, you'll find an Entrance Hall/Sun Room, an impressive Living Room with a mezzanine Gallery, a Dining Room, a Kitchen/Breakfast Room, a Cloakroom, a substantial inner hallway that could serve as a Study or Reading Nook, and a Family Room. The first floor offers five Bedrooms, including one with an en suite, two with access to a "Jack and Jill" Bathroom, and a separate Family Bathroom.At the rear of Rednal Manor, you'll find expansive gardens, primarily laid to lawn and adorned with attractive floral and herbaceous beds, a variety of mature fruit trees, and a delightful patio area, perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining.The spacious rear gardens offer ample room for the creation of a paddock, suitable for grazing horses, ponies, or other livestock, if desired.Additionally, we are informed that up to approximately 12 acres of adjoining grazing land may be available to rent from the neighbouring estate on a long-term basis.The sale of Rednal Manor presents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished five-bedroom country property with generous gardens, located in a private and tranquil setting within easy reach of OswestryLocation - Rednal is a tranquil rural hamlet nestled within the picturesque north Shropshire landscape, conveniently situated between the towns of Ellesmere and Oswestry. Ellesmere is renowned for its beautiful Mere, while Oswestry is the county's third-largest town, offering a wide range of recreational, educational, and shopping facilities. Rednal combines the charm of the English countryside with easy access to transport links, including the A5, making larger centres such as Shrewsbury, Wrexham, Chester, and Telford within reasonable commuting distance.Accommodation Details:Entrance Hall/Sun Room: A charming wooden entrance door opens into a welcoming space featuring exposed brickwork and timber beams. The room is bathed in natural light from double-glazed windows overlooking the front gardens and driveway. Full-height windows and a tiled floor complete this inviting entrance.Drawing Room: This impressive room boasts a vaulted ceiling, exposed brickwork, and timber beams, creating a grand atmosphere. A standout feature is the exposed brick fireplace with bespoke lighting, housing a cast iron log burner on a tiled hearth. Double-glazed windows on both the front and rear elevations fill the space with light, while patio doors and side panels lead out to the rear garden and patio area. The room also features a spiral staircase leading up to a mezzanine gallery, ideal as a study or library, with access to Bedroom Two.Dining Room: This elegant dining room features exposed brickwork and timber beams, with an internal glazed window overlooking the Reception Hall. Double-glazed windows and patio doors open to the rear garden, offering a seamless indoor-outdoor flow.Family Room: With double-glazed windows overlooking the front gardens, this spacious room features exposed wall and ceiling timbers. An exposed brick fireplace with a cast iron log burner on a tiled hearth adds warmth, and a large walk-in under-stairs storage cupboard provides ample space. Another double-glazed window offers views of the rear gardens.Kitchen/Breakfast Room: This well-appointed kitchen features double-glazed windows overlooking the side and rear gardens. A wooden exterior door provides direct access to the rear garden. The kitchen is equipped with an integrated electric Rangemaster cooker with an oak beam above an extractor fan, a fridge, and plumbing for a dishwasher. A feature island with granite countertops complements the range cooker. A variety of fitted wall and floor units, a double stainless steel sink with a mixer tap, part-tiled surrounds, and a tiled floor complete this stylish space. An internal door with steps leads down to:Pantry/Utility Room: This functional space includes a wooden exterior door, planned space for appliances, a fitted base unit with a stainless steel sink and drainer, fitted shelving, a double-glazed window, exposed ceiling timbers, and a tiled floor.Study/Reading Nook: Located at the heart of the ground floor, this versatile space is perfect as a study or reading nook. A double-glazed window overlooks the front gardens, and the room features a former range with exposed brickwork and an oak beam, a tiled floor, stairs to the first floor, and exposed wall and ceiling timbers.Cloakroom: The cloakroom includes a hand basin, low flush WC, extractor fan, exposed beams, a heated towel rail, and partly tiled walls.First Floor Landing: The landing features a double-glazed window overlooking the side elevation and a door leading into an airing cupboard.Bedroom One: This spacious bedroom has a double-glazed window facing the front aspect and a selection of fitted wardrobes with a central dressing table. A door leads into the:En-Suite: The en-suite includes a vanity wash hand basin with a mixer tap, low flush WC, shower unit with Triton shower and glazed door, tiled walls, cast iron radiator/towel rail, tiled wood effect flooring, extractor fan, and exposed ceiling timber.Bedroom Two: This bedroom features a double-glazed window overlooking the front garden, exposed wall and ceiling timbers, a Velux roof-light, and a loft hatch.Bedroom Three: This bedroom offers stunning views over the unspoiled countryside to the rear, with a Velux ceiling light, exposed wall timbers, and a storage cupboard.Family Bathroom: The family bathroom includes a double-glazed window overlooking the front garden and a contemporary suite comprising a roll-top bath with mixer tap/shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, low flush WC, shower unit with Triton shower, tiled surround, shower screen/door, cast iron heated towel rail, tiled wood effect flooring, exposed brickwork, wall and ceiling beams, loft hatch, and recessed spotlighting.Bedroom Four: Currently used as the master bedroom, this room offers wonderful dual-aspect windows with excellent views of the surrounding landscape. Features include double-glazed windows to the side and rear elevations, exposed wall and ceiling beams, recessed spotlighting, a built-in wardrobe, and a door leading into the:Jack and Jill Ensuite: With a Velux window and a contemporary suite comprising a double vanity bowl sink unit with mixer taps and storage below, tiled splashback, low flush WC, roll-top bath with shower attachment/mixer tap, heated towel rail, exposed wall/ceiling timbers, shower unit with aqua-board surround and Triton shower, extractor fan, and steps leading down to:Bedroom Five: This bedroom features double-glazed windows overlooking the rear gardens and Reception Hall, a triple-fitted wardrobe, radiator, exposed wall and ceiling beams, and an internal door leading to:Mezzanine: The mezzanine gallery overlooks the Living Room and includes a spiral staircase leading down.Outside: The property is approached via a gravelled driveway, flanked by substantial and well-established high-level hedging that provides a great deal of privacy. The driveway leads to a generous gravelled area with ample space for parking and maneuvering multiple vehicles, continuing on to both the dwelling and the:Double Garage/Workshop:The garage/workshop includes double-opening wooden front access doors, concrete floors, glazing to the side aspect, and power and light.Single Garage: Features twin wooden doors, a wooden part-glazed door to the rear garden, and power and light.Office: Located above the garage, the office includes a ground-floor access door, quarry tiled floor, and stairs leading to the first floor. The office space has double-glazed windows to the front and rear elevations, a loft hatch, and power and light. The office and single garage offer excellent potential for conversion into various uses, such as dependent living or an Air B'n'B (subject to local authority consent).Gardens: Rednal Manor is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens, extending to approximately 1.2 acres, with a delightful southerly aspect facing unspoiled countryside. The gardens include a significant lawn area, with a portion accessible via a secondary entrance from the adjacent country lane. This area could be fenced off to create a paddock for grazing horses, ponies, or livestock. Closer to the dwelling, the gardens feature a variety of floral and herbaceous beds, a pond beneath a weeping willow, and an attractive paved patio area ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Additional features include mature fruit trees, a cottage garden, a greenhouse, and a timber summerhouse.Further Land: We are advised that an adjoining parcel of up to 12 acres of grazing land may be available to rent from the neighbouring estate on a long-term basis. Please contact the office to discuss this opportunity further.Location: The charming hamlet of Rednal provides a serene rural setting while conveniently situated near the Montgomery Canal. Nearby, the village of West Felton offers a range of essential services, including a shop, post office, primary school, pub, church, and village hall, all catering to the community’s daily needs. Additionally, the town market town of Oswestry is just 14 minutes drive away and boasts a diverse selection of shopping and leisure facilities, as well as a variety of regarded both private and state-run schools.Services: We are informed that the property benefits from mains water and electricity. Drainage is to a private system, and the heating is oil-fired.Tenure: The property is understood to be of Freehold tenure, with vacant possession granted upon completion.Local Council and Council Tax:Shropshire Council, Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 6ND.Viewings: Strictly by appointment.What3Words W3W - ///perform.syndicate.initialViewings by appointment