keepers cottage, glungunford

Fine & Country McCartneys

Tel: +44 (0)1584 [email protected]/17 High Street, Ludlow Shropshire SY8 1BS

Fine & Country

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KEEPERS COTTAGEClungunford | Shropshire | SY7 0PL

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Nestled in the glorious Shropshire countryside, not far from the villages of Clungunford and Hopton Heath is Keepers Cottage, a stunning family home that in recent years has been extended and beautifully renovated by the current owners.

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Keepers Cottage has been thoughtfully improved and extended to a standard more in the bracket of an affluent country home with features, decoration and facilities that would not be out of place in an exclusive Country Club. Situated in woodland at the edge of the small village of Clungunford in the heart of historic South Shropshire just 12 miles west of historic Ludlow, this private and luxurious property provides executive living in a gentle and secluded setting.

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Entrance Hall – a sheltered stone flagged timber porch leads to double wooden doors with stained leaded glass opening into this very large reception room, immediately dispensing with any remaining idea that you are in a mere cottage. The main stairs split and lead off in both directions to some of the first floor rooms allowing space for a magnificent stained glass window which floods the hall with light, which in turn shines through an enormous chandelier suspended above. The floor is solid oak, wood panelling encases the walls, two heavy cast iron radiators provide heat and there is a large window seat built underneath one of the leaded glass windows. Carved wood pillars are built into the walls and the room is decorated with opulent wallpaper. This space gives an excellent impression of the quality to follow.

Drawing Room – from the entrance hall, further solid wood double doors open into the drawing room, a Clearview wood burner sits in a large inglenook fireplace that is cleverly lit from the back. Exposed beams give character and five leaded glass windows on three aspects flood the room with light, with double French doors providing access to the courtyard beyond. To give an idea of the proportions of this room, the current owners have multiple large sofas, an executive desk and a baby grand piano, with plenty of space to spare. There are all the power and telephone points available for modern living as well.

Cloakroom – from the entrance hall, a solid wood door leads into a cloakroom, appointed with luxurious fittings, WC large basin, tiled floor, half wood panelling, pendant light and decorated with William Morris wallpaper and a radiator.

Study – Wood panelling, pendant light, radiator and leaded window, a large room currently being used as an additional bedroom.

Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Room – this room is the heart of the house and is of huge proportions with the finest of bespoke solid wood fittings and decoration. With oil fired cream four oven Aga, double Belfast sink, window over, mixer tap and Insinc Erator boiling water tap, granite worktops, island unit with breakfast bar and a range of solid wood cupboards, also with granite top, built in dishwasher, a vast built in American style fridge and freezer with separate wine cooler and microwave, ample space for further dining and sitting areas, stone tiled floor, inset spotlights and chandelier, double solid wood French doors to patio and further bay window, radiator, under unit lighting, television point and feature wall. This splendid room could host the largest of gatherings on its own, but the house has considerably more to offer. step inside


Back Hallway – this space forms the link between two distinct parts of the house, offering independent living for a relative or guest accommodation, or in addition there could be scope for a bed and breakfast business with very high class facilities. There are two back doors providing access to either side of the exterior, and providing independent access to this part of the house. With under stair cupboard and radiator.

Games Room – a very large and incredibly well-appointed room, large enough for a pool table and extensive seating for the state of the art home cinema system which may be available by separate negotiation. A bar with kitchen facilities flanks the pool table area on raised decking, this room has to be seen to be fully appreciated, it would not look out of place in a hotel.

Gymnasium – currently used as a gym, but could easily be used as a garden room or additional reception room, it also has a fully equipped en-suite shower room attached to it, an additional stable style door to the rear patio, inset spotlights and two skylights.

Indoor Swimming Pool – as with everything else in this house the heated pool has been fitted out to the highest standards. It has an electrically operated retractable cover, stone flagged floor, inbuilt lighting all around (particularly effective at night, lighting the water from beneath) television point, three sky lights, pump room, in-built Sonos sound system (linked to the games room), bi-fold door to games room and bi-fold doors to patio, allowing the entire space to be opened up to the patio area beyond. The gable end of the Pool Room is completely glass and timber, flooding the area with natural light.

From the back hallway, stairs lead up to the first floor accommodation in this part of the house, which can be run independently of the main bedrooms, and despite being secondary to the central part of the house it still offers high quality living space.

Dressing Room/Bedroom Seven – with built-in wardrobe, skylights and radiator.

Bedroom Six – double bedroom with two leaded glass windows, radiator and views over the courtyard.

Bedroom Five – double bedroom with two leaded glass windows, radiator.

Shower Room – with WC sink, cupboard and heated towel rail.


One enters into a large and welcoming reception hall, which provides the perfect

introduction to the elegant style that flows

throughout the property. “Internally we have

tried to give the cottage the feeling of a country

house,” says Jayne, “so we’ve used lots of

William Morris wallpaper and fabrics to give it a

luxurious feel, and the wood burning stove in the

main living room makes the house feel very cosy,

despite its generous proportions.”

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“As well as the pool and the gym, we also have a beautiful cinema and games room, so we’ve been able to hold some great parties. Just beyond the pool and cinema

area we have a lovely big patio, so in the past we’ve pushed back

the bi-fold doors and attached a marquee so our guests can flow

in and out of the house even if the weather is a little inclement.”

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“I’d describe the house as very much a family home, but it has also been fabulous for entertaining,” continues Jayne.


“We moved to the area just over eight years ago to be nearer to our children’s school,” says Jayne, “the property

was internally outdated in décor which allowed us to put our own stamp on it and we also extended it to incorporate an indoor

pool and gym.”


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 08.09.2015

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Main Stairs and Landing – a deep Tartan pattern wool carpet leads up the main stairway to the mezzanine style landing. It splits in two directions in the style of a grand country house, with wood panelling and the massive stained glass window with grand chandelier providing ample natural light.

Master Suite – a very large and stylish double bedroom with four leaded windows, additional space for sitting area, two radiators, built in wardrobes, television point and feature wall. A further door leads to the en suite dressing room and shower room which are connected by an archway, double basins with wonderful lacquered wood style finish, exposed beams, large walk-in shower, heated towel rail, radiator, underfloor heating with carpet in dressing room and tiles in shower area and inset spotlights.

Bedroom Four – double bedroom with feature wall, leaded window, chandelier and radiator.

Bedroom Three – large double en suite bedroom with feature wall, built-in cupboards, two leaded windows, radiator and door leading to Shower Room with WC sink, corner shower, overhead lighting, leaded window, heated towel rail and tiled floor.

An additional landing area with chandelier and radiator leads to further rooms.


Master Bathroom – extremely luxuriously appointed with leaded window and half wood panelling, WC roll top freestanding bath with handheld shower and mixer taps, cast iron radiator and heated towel rail, archway through to double shower cubicle with large overhead rose and further heated towel rail.

Bedroom Two – double bedroom with two leaded windows and radiator.

OutsideApproached from the road through large double wooden gates and a monumental brick gateway, the driveway leads up to a spacious circular courtyard with ample space for several vehicles to park or drop off guests, set around a large central raised stone flower bed surrounded by private lawns, patio to the front of the Swimming Pool complex and surrounded on all sides by mature woodland. There is space for parking on the Courtyard alone for at least ten cars.

The lawn to the front of the house is bordered by a blend of mature and fresh planting, and was professionally designed. There is also a greenhouse and shed. A six bar gate leads through to a further gravelled Courtyard with additional parking for at least ten cars or a horse lorry, at the far end of which is a bespoke timber double garage, one side of which is lockable for potential buyers concerned about their classic car. There are further raised beds and mature trees and a small pedestrian gate giving access to the woodland beyond.

The house has a secure dog proof area to the side and rear which could also provide additional patio space if required. The house also benefits from recorded digital cctv on all aspects of the exterior for complete piece of mind and security. Heating for the house and the swimming pool is provided by oil fired boilers with large capacity oil tanks hidden to the rear of the main house. Private drainage and mains water and electricity.

ServicesMains water plus well water and mains electricity are connected to the property. Private drainage.

HeatingOil fired central heating.


Viewing arrangements strictly via the vendors’ sole agents Fine & Country on 01585 872153

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

GeneralTenure: Freehold

DirectionsFrom Ludlow proceed north on the A49 signposted Craven Arms. When you reach Craven Arms turn left at the first island signposted Clun. Proceed and take the left hand fork signposted Clungunford. As you come into Clungunford take the left hand turn signposted Leintwardine. Proceed up the lane and Keepers Cottage is on the left hand side.

ViewingBy appointment through Selling Agents – McCartneys LLP - 01584 872153

Opening HoursMon–Fri: 9:00 am–5:00 pm Sat: 9:00 am–1:00 pm

DetailsLast Updated 04 September 2015

NoticeAll measurements and distances are approximate. The electrical, drainage, water and heating installations have not been tested by the Agents. The normal enquiries carried out by a purchaser’s Solicitor 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.

MCCARTNEYS LLP REGISTERED OFFICE: The Ox Pasture, Overton Road, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 4AA.

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CottageKEEPERS COTTAGE“It’s a stunning location that is also wonderfully peaceful, but we have never felt isolated, and I think one of the things that I’ll really miss is the wildlife.”


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