# Equestrian facility for sale (WV7 3AD) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | BLACKWELL COTTAGE, DONINGTON LANE, WOLVERHAMPTON, ALBRIGHTON, SHROPSHIRE WV7 3AD | | Price | £899,950 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | G | | Construction age | England and Wales: 2007-2011 | | Floor area | 220 m² | | Last sold | £695,000 Jul 2010 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 10/03/2020 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting) - **Current heating cost:** £545/year ### Recommendations - Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets - Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp - Wind turbine ## Description Blackwell Cottage is a distinctive and attractive detached Grade Two listed residence standing in a lovely rural setting with fine views over adjoining countryside near the sought after village of Albrighton, seven miles northwest of Wolverhampton in the delightful county of Shropshire. With its listed central structure dating back to the 17th century Blackwell Cottage is a building of immense character beautifully combining period features with tasteful modern appointments. Retaining a wealth of exposed timbers, Inglenook fireplace and beamed ceilings throughout. Its well-presented accommodation blends charming rustic features with contemporary appointments to create a comfortable family home with a unique and captivating ambience. The outdoor space and additional external buildings presents unique development potential for further Change of Use subject to Planning Permissions. Blackwell Cottage is set within approximately 0.8 Acres of Beautifully Landscaped Gardens with Sweeping Lawns and Mature Boarders offering Stunning Countryside Views, Heated Outdoor Swimming Pool, Multiple Outbuildings providing a great opportunity for Equestrian Uses or Alternative Developments. Ample Parking can be found behind Wrought Iron Gates providing both Security and Privacy The Ground Floor flows conveniently from the Delightful Beamed Sitting Room, with Inglenook and a Nordpeis Wood Burner, through Oak Double Doors to the Secondary Sitting Room / Dining Room. This leads to a Charming Inner Hall / Study Area with Character Features and provides access to the Guest Cloakroom and through to the elegant 22ft Breakfast Kitchen with its Cream Four-Door Aga and Granite Worktops. From here, French Doors open into the delightful rose garden with extensive views over hundreds of acres of countryside making the kitchen and its south-west facing terrace the perfect setting for alfresco living during the summer months. Both the Laundry and Boiler Room are also accessed via the Inner Hallway providing Practical Family Living Space. Upstairs the Large Dual Aspect Master Bedroom with its recently fitted Modern Ensuite Shower Room enjoys views over open countryside as does the Second Double Bedroom and the Two Single Bedrooms and Stylish Family Bathroom with separate Bath and Shower. Externally Blackwell Cottage offers the facility to accommodate differing lifestyles. The recently relined heated swimming pool with electrically operated cover, Roman-End steps and Terrace Surround. The Large Detached Three-Bay, Two Storey Centrally Heated Garage Block features one Bay which has been converted into a Workshop and Servery with Cloakroom plus a First Floor Leisure Room ideal as a Home Office or Hobby Space. The stable block, yard and potential paddock all offer the opportunity for change of use, subject to the necessary permissions, should this be desirable. Blackwell Cottage is well placed for families seeking access to schools with very good educational opportunities in both the independent and state sectors and within easy commuting distance. A particular feature of Blackwell is the manageable south facing grounds, making it the ideal residence for those looking for a country property offering complete privacy. The village of Albrighton has a range of local shops, cafés and amenities, with its train station providing direct services to Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton and Birmingham. The nearby A41 allows easy access to the M54 at Tong (J3) making it ideally situated for commuters. Set in beautiful countryside Blackwell Cottage is a truly characterful home offering exceptional charm, space and versatility. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | BLACKWELL COTTAGE DONINGTON LANE, ALBRIGHTON, WOLVERHAMPTON, SHROPSHIRE, WV7 3AD | £695,000 | 29/07/2010 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | THE OLD STATION WORCESTER ROAD, COSFORD, WOLVERHAMPTON, SHROPSHIRE, WV7 3EY | £135,000 | 28/08/2025 | Other | | BIRCHCROFT HOLYHEAD ROAD, BONINGALE, WOLVERHAMPTON, SHROPSHIRE, WV7 3DA | £600,000 | 16/08/2023 | Other | | 4 GRIFFITHS CLOSE, ALBRIGHTON, WOLVERHAMPTON, SHROPSHIRE, WV7 3JR | £1,460,000 | 24/07/2023 | Other | | 14 STATION ROAD, ALBRIGHTON, WOLVERHAMPTON, SHROPSHIRE, WV7 3QG | £226,500 | 12/12/2022 | Other | | 63A HIGH STREET, ALBRIGHTON, WOLVERHAMPTON, SHROPSHIRE, WV7 3JA | £100,000 | 25/08/2022 | Other | | 26 HIGH STREET, ALBRIGHTON, WOLVERHAMPTON, SHROPSHIRE, WV7 3JF | £276,000 | 26/04/2022 | Other | | THE WEIGHBRIDGE SHAW LANE, ALBRIGHTON, WOLVERHAMPTON, SHROPSHIRE, WV7 3DS | £350,000 | 02/02/2022 | Other | | ALBRIGHTON SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB CROSS ROAD, ALBRIGHTON, WOLVERHAMPTON, SHROPSHIRE, WV7 3QT | £425,000 | 14/01/2022 | Other | **Area average:** £446,563 (8 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £135,000 (1 Other, WV7, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +566.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Shropshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £735/mo - **Realistic:** £817/mo - **Optimistic:** £899/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Shropshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £972/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.09% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £102,125 - **Target investor price (1%):** £81,700 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £6,617/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -78.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Shropshire; All dwelling types series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.5% - **5y growth (index):** 21.3% - **10y growth (index):** 47.7% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)