Spode Cottage

An attractive detached family home with superb flowing accommodation, set with lovely gardens and driveway parking in a popular village location.

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From Wem proceed North on the B5476 Whitchurch Road, north continue past the turning for Edstaston and then on reaching the hamlet of Quina Brook the road drops into a dip and then rises up a bank and approximately half way along, the property will be seen on the left hand side.

Situation - Occupying an enviable rural position in the hamlet of Quina Brook.  The busy North Shropshire market towns of Wem and Ellesmere are a short distance away. Wem is a small and expanding market town which offers an extensive range of amenities including, excellent schools, library, post office and surgery. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, gym and bowling green. Tennis courts and a cricket club. The Town Hall is now a popular arts centre and the railway station provides good rail links. Wem is approximately 9 miles north of the County Town of Shrewsbury and commuting distance to both Telford and Chester.  The County Town of Shrewsbury is approximately 15 miles away.

Description - Spode Cottage is a characterful country residence set in approx. 0.4 acres of garden. The property has a wonderful mixture of period charm with thoughtful modern enhancements. Sympathetically restored and extended, the property offers spacious and versatile accommodation ideally suited to family living, home working, or entertaining. Set within beautifully maintained gardens of approximately 0.4 acres, the home further benefits from double glazing and central heating throughout.

The property is approached via a charming entrance porch, leading into a welcoming reception hall, which provides access to a cloakroom fitted with a low-flush WC and wash hand basin.

The sitting room is a bright, well proportioned room, featuring large windows and French doors opening directly onto the gardens. A traditional brick fireplace with stone hearth has a log burner, complemented by wooden flooring and a radiator.

The dining room enjoys delightful garden views and continues the elegant wooden flooring, creating a cohesive and flowing entertaining space.

The kitchen/breakfast room is well-appointed with a range of wooden base units, drawers, and worksurfaces, incorporating a single drainer sink with mixer taps. A Stanley range cooker provides both heating and hot water, while a freestanding log burner on a tiled hearth adds further warmth and character.

A secondary kitchen offers excellent practicality, fitted with contemporary white units, an integrated double oven with gas hob, space for appliances, and an additional sink-ideal for busy family life or entertaining.

To the rear, a hallway with full-length windows and a UPVC door provides access to additional storage via base and eye-level units.

On the first floor the landing features loft access, a deep storage cupboard, and a window framing attractive rural views. The principal bedroom enjoys delightful outlooks over the gardens and towards Hawkstone Park, and benefits from an en-suite shower room comprising a shower unit, low-flush WC, wash hand basin, and tiled surrounds. Two further well-proportioned bedrooms overlook the gardens, served by a generous family bathroom fitted with a panelled bath, vanity unit with wash hand basin, low-flush WC, and tiled finishes.

Outside - Accessed via a private wooden gate, a stoned driveway provides ample off-road parking and leads to a garage.

The gardens are a particular highlight of Spode Cottage, featuring expansive lawns, mature hedging, specimen trees, and well-stocked flower and shrub borders. Additional features include a vegetable garden, garden store, and a charming summerhouse.

A sun terrace provides the perfect setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, while to the rear, a feature cast-iron well adds a unique sense of history and character.

General Remarks -

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.

Fixtures And Fittings - Only those items described in these particulars are included in the sale.

Tenure - Freehold. Purchasers must confirm via their solicitor.

Services - We understand that the property has the benefit of mains water and electric. Oil fired central heating. Drainage is provided to a private system.

Council Tax - The property is in Council Tax band 'C' on the Shropshire Council Register.

Viewings - By appointment through Halls, 2 Barker Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1QJ.