Newcastle, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7
Offers in the region of £850,000 | 5 bedrooms

A recently converted, beautifully appointed and expansive three/four-bedroom Grade II listed barn conversion with a detached two-bedroom annexe, both undergone sympathetic and sophisticated renovation interlacing original character and contemporary living, providing a fantastic extended family home or ancillary lodging income. Nestled in rural unspoilt countryside within the popular Clun Valley, within the AONB, enjoying a private edge of village location with uninterrupted views. EPC 'C & D'.

Beretun Old Barns is located on the edge of village of Newcastle on Clun, which offers an active community village hall, church and primary school. The property is within easy reach of the local towns of Newtown and Bishops Castle as well as having Craven Arms, Ludlow, Shrewsbury and Welshpool all within a manageable travelling distance, offering main and essential amenities. Although a remote location, there is a good mobile phone signal and a strong broadband connection. Whereas Beretun Old Barns, the main residence is semi-detached, the Wagon House, the annexe, is detached. Both are constructed of stone, with timber cladding under a tiled roof. The Wagon House is tied to main residence and is not permitted to be sold separately, however, it can be used as a full-time residence or a holiday cottage, if so desired.

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The property is situated within the popular Clun Valley, which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and provides a tranquil and idyllic family residence with the added benefit of an additional income via the holiday cottage, if required, or a self-contained dwelling for a dependent relative or extended family. The property also sits close to the renown Offa's Dyke footpath, together with many other public footpaths and bridleways.

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The historic village of Clun is situated approximately 5 miles away and offers a good range of local amenities to include a range of shops, public houses and cafes, a doctor's surgery, a primary school, and bus services to neighbouring towns and villages, Clun is ideally placed and has a thriving local community, set in beautiful South Shropshire countryside, a destination for walkers, and it is of historic interest with ancient Clun Castle and museum.A wide range of state and independent schools are available in local vicinity, with preparatory, secondary and colleges all within an hours' drive.

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The market town of Craven Arms, some 15 miles east, is a rural market town and parish situated amongst the South Shropshire countryside close to the Welsh borders and the Marches and is located on the A49 carriageway between Shrewsbury and Hereford and the heart of Wales railway line. The town lies in the valley of the River Onny on the edge of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.The town benefits from a railway station linking north to Shrewsbury, Crewe and Manchester, and south to Ludlow, Hereford, Cardiff and Swansea as well as local bus links. Local amenities include, a Post Office, Nursery and Primary Schools, a Doctors Surgery and Dental Practice, two Public Houses, a large Supermarket and many convenience stores amongst other light commercial businesses.

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The town is also a visitor destination being nearby to a number of attractions including the Secret Hills Discovery Centre, the famous Land of Lost Content Museum of Popular Culture, the fortified manor house of Stokesay Castle and the picturesque Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Beretun Old Barns


Entrance Hall
with tiled flooring, radiator, exposed timbers, access to Oak staircase with storage under, and doors to:

Kitchen
with tiled flooring, French doors to front patio, fitted wall and base units with woodblock surface over, tiled splashbacks, heated towel rail, ceramic 1 ½ sink and drainer, integrated dishwasher, electric range style cooker with extractor hood over, window seat, and doors to:

Walk-in Pantry
with tiled flooring, fitted shelving, fuse box, and space for fridge/freezer.

Utility Room
with tiled flooring, oil fired central heating boiler, fitted base units with woodblock surface over, plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, spotlights, and window to rear.

Shower Room
with tiled flooring, WC, walk-in shower cubicle, window to rear, wash basin, heated towel rail, and partly tiled walls.

Open Plan Dining / Living Room
with Oak flooring, vaulted ceiling over Dining Area to galleried landing above providing a fantastic bright and open feel whilst socialising and entertaining, exposed timbers, radiator, French doors to front patio, feature brick fireplace with Oak mantle housing wood burning stove, wall lights, windows to front and rear, and door to:

Hallway
with tiled flooring, radiator, door to rear passage, and doors to:

Office / Bedroom 4
with Oak flooring, radiator, window to front, and BT point.

Garden Room
with tiled flooring, radiator, two sets of French doors leading out onto gravelled patio to side, and lawned garden to the rear, exposed timbers, skylights, and exposed stone walls. NB. This room is currently used a home gym.

Carpeted Stairs ascending to:


Landing
with carpeted flooring, radiator, skylights, and doors to:

Bathroom
with tiled flooring, part tiled walls, heated towel rail, wash basin, WC, rolltop bath, spotlights, and Linen Cupboard.

Bedroom One
Large double with carpeted flooring, wall lights, windows to front, radiator, built-in double and single wardrobes, exposed timbers, and door to:

Ensuite Shower Room
with tiled flooring, WC, wash basin, heated towel rail, large walk-in shower cubicle, spotlights, partly tiled walls, and feature window to rear.

Galleried Landing
with carpeted flooring, window to rear, skylight, and door to:

Inner Hallway
with carpeted flooring, radiator, window to rear, fitted storage cupboard, and doors to:

Bedroom Two
Large double with carpeted flooring, window to front, radiator, fitted double wardrobe, exposed timber, and loft hatch.

Bedroom Three
Large double with carpeted flooring, window to front and side, radiator, exposed timbers, fitted wardrobes, and door to:

Ensuite Shower Room
with tiled flooring, window to rear, WC, wash basin, large walk-in shower cubicle, extractor fan, and shaving light and socket.

The Wagon House - Detached Annexe
Approached over the driveway, to a discreet side entrance at the far side of the property, giving privacy to both residences.

Open Plan Dining Kitchen / Living Room
with wood laminate flooring, bifold doors to front and garden beyond, radiator, spotlights, fitted wall and base units with laminate worksurface over, plumbing for washing machine, dishwasher, electric cooker with extractor over, sink and drainer, tiled splashbacks, undercounter fridge, fuse box, and access to stairs.

Carpeted stairs ascending to:


Landing
with carpeted flooring, skylights, and doors to:

Storage Cupboard
with radiator and fitted shelving.

Bedroom One
Large double with carpeted flooring, skylights, radiator, and window to side.

Bathroom
with vinyl flooring, WC, wash basin, partly tiled walls, skylight, heated towel rail, panelled bath with shower over.

Bedroom Two
Large double with carpeted flooring, radiator, skylight, fire escape door to stone steps leading down the side of property, and Boiler Cupboard with storage.

Agents Note
this property has been used as a commercial holiday let by the current owners, which has ceased trading. However, planning permission has been sought to utilise the property as a full-time residential dwelling, whether that be for an extended or dependant relative, or as income generation.

Outside
Approached off the single-track public highway into a fully concreted driveway to the front of the Beretun Old Barns, with a pull-in parking area for two cars. There is plenty more parking on the driveway up to the Wagon House. To the front of the Beretun Old Barns is a paved seating area amidst mature shrubs and bushes, ornamental trees, and a Log Store and lean too Storage Shed. There is also an enclosed area housing the oil tank and the refuse containers. All enclosed within stone walls and the gated entrance.The formal gardens are to the side of the Beretun Old Barns, and the front the Wagon House, laid to lawn with floral borders and a gravelled patio, with mature trees, raised vegetable boxes, and stockproof fencing. There is also an external tap.