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"EXHIBITED IN WOODHEADS AUTUMN EXHIBITION IN PARK LANE, LONDON - WITH NO CHAIN - WOODHEADS are delighted to offer for sale this former school dating back to 1753 which now offers spacious, flexible family accommodation with original features in a village location. A real feature of the property is the bell tower and clock, both of which still currently work. The property offers potential for small business use (subject to the necessary consents) and has previously been used as a B & B, an art gallery & craft centre and a home office or the large schoolroom could be used as an office/small business.

DIRECTIONS From Oswestry take the A5 East towards Shewsbury. Continue approx 8 miles until you reach a roundabout and take the first exit signposted Nescliffe. On entering the village the property can be found approximately 100 yards on the left after the petrol station. The number 70 bus from Oswestry to Shrewsbury passes the door. (get off at The Three Pigeons.) LOCATION Nesscliffe is a small village with a primary school, village hall, shop, pub, petrol station and Post Office. There is a bus that runs to Shrewsbury (approximately 8 miles) and Oswestry (approximately 9 miles) and good road links to the same as well as Wrexham and Chester. There are country walks directly from the property to Nesscliffe Hill and beyond. SURROUNDING TOWNS Oswestry is a market town located on the border of England and Wales. Famous for its outside markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays and livestock market, Oswestry is one of the country's oldest recorded border towns. The town centre boasts a number of independent and high street shops along with a number of specialist retailers and has a number of popular restaurants. Oswestry show ground plays host to a variety of annual fairs, music festivals and the Oswestry show. The area is renowned for its excellent state and private schools including Oswestry School, Moreton Hall Girls School, Adcote School for Girls, Ellesmere College and Packwood Haugh.Road links to Chester, Shrewsbury and Welshpool with Gobowen railway station with links to Shrewsbury, Chester and Birmingham.
SHREWSBURY - The historic market town of Shrewsbury has an annual Flower Festival is held in the Quarry Park close to the River Severn and the town is a popular with tourists because of it's ancient timber framed buildings, some of which date back to the 15th Century, Abbey, Castle and the wealth of independent shops. DESCRIPTION ?God prosper and prolong the Publick Good, A School erected where a Chapel stood? 1753

Along with this quote, dating from 1753, a working bell and clock stand above this former school house. Before becoming a school, this unique property has had a number of different uses throughout the centuries. It was named in a 1300?s map as ?St Mary of the Rocks?, was once a hostel for travellers, and was then a chapel before becoming consecrated ground and being transformed into a school for poor children. The school was rebuilt in 1879 with two schoolrooms and a house for the headmaster. It continued in use until 1968 when it was replaced by a new village school. Since then it has been a comfortable family home and for a time, an art gallery and craft centre.

This rich history gives The Old School House a friendly-feel which attracted the current owners to the property some 35 years ago. Built half in brick and half in local sandstone sourced from a nearby quarry, the house blends in perfectly with the local area, plus, the sandstone has a lovely soft look which gives the house warm kerb appeal.

Inside, the property has traditional elegance yet country-style charm throughout with tall ceilings, cast iron fireplaces, wooden beams and a bottle-green AGA. The sitting room remains a firm favourite, especially in the winter-time when the wood-burning stove is crackling away; it?s cosy and peaceful.

With its large reception rooms the property is perfectly adept for entertaining. There?s a large dining room with a strikingly high ceiling and a formal sitting room with double doors which open onto the pretty courtyard. Altogether, the property has a spacious, bright and airy feel which is so rare to find in a property with such a history. There?s little wonder that The Old School House has played host to various New Year?s Eve parties, local concerts, talks and charity events.

Shaped in a ?U?, the courtyard is a great sun trap, well-sheltered and perfectly positioned for long evenings spent chatting over a meal with friends and family. But the gardens don?t end there; beyond the courtyard there?s plenty for a keen gardener to enjoy including an abundance of mature trees. Along with a mature bay tree, there are a number of different fruit trees including pear, cooking apple, cox orange pippin and a mulberry tree. Plus, the surrounding wooded area comes right up to the house giving access onto Nesscliffe Hill Country Park and extensive off-road walking. There are frequently birds of prey overhead, especially buzzards, ravens and sometimes peregrines, and numerous small birds (including spotted flycatchers and other seasonal migrants) resident and/or nesting in the adjoining woodland and in the thick hedges and shrubs in the garden. Also included in the sale is an additional patch of wild garden adjoining the woodland. There are frequently birds of prey overhead, especially buzzards, ravens and sometimes peregrines, and numerous small birds (including spotted flycatchers and other seasonal migrants) resident and/or nesting in the adjoining woodland and in the thick hedges and shrubs in the garden.

The Old School House is situated in the centre of thriving Nesscliffe; a traditional village with a real sense of community. There?s a primary school, a shop; offering a Post Office and service station, transport to take you into town and across the road sits a cherished pub. Nestled halfway between Shrewsbury and Oswestry, Nesscliffe is a sought after village, especially with those who love the great outdoors. Woodlands, rolling hills and wide valleys, along with treasured heritage castles makes this part of the Welsh border a gem for those looking for plenty to do throughout the year. HEADMASTERS ENTRANCE Curved double doors, built in shelving and a tiled floor. ENTRANCE HALL Wooden staircase to the first floor, tiled floor and doors to the kitchen and music room. MUSIC ROOM 3.61m x 3.63m

(11'10 x 11'11) Triple glazed window overlooking the front garden, radiator, coved ceiling, dado rail, two display recesses with lighting and door to:- OLD SCHOOL ROOM/DINING ROOM 7.01m x 4.42m

(23'00 x 14'06) A very impressive dual aspect room with a high exposed wood curved ceiling and a large double glazed window to the front aspect and double glazed window to the side aspect. Original wooden parquet flooring, 2 wall mounted heaters, doors to the side entrance, utility room and glazed double doors to the living room. MAIN ENTRANCE PORCH Wooden curved doors, double glazed window to the side and curved wooden ceiling. LIVING ROOM 8.05m x 5.51m

(26'05 x 18'01) Dual aspect with windows to the side and 2 UPVC double glazed French doors leading onto the patio and gardens, original wooden parquet flooring, brick fireplace with tiled hearth and inset multi fuel stove, 3 radiators, coved ceiling, television point, telephone point, wooden staircase to the first floor and wood and glazed door to:- REAR HALLWAY Door to the rear of the property, radiator, tiled floor, built in paperback bookshelves and doors to the second kitchen and:- CLOAKROOM White suite comprising low flush W.C., vanity wash hand basin with double cupboard under and part tiled splash back and built in cupboard to the side, window to rear, wooden parquet flooring, hatch to loft and inset ceiling light. SECOND KITCHEN 2.87m x 1.65m

(9'05 x 5'05) Dual aspect with windows to the side and rear aspects, fitted with a range of base cupboards and drawers with work surface over, stainless steel sink unit, part tiled splash backs, radiator, appliance space, tiled floor and hatch to loft. UTILITY ROOM 3.63m x 1.73m

(11'11 x 5'08) White sink with mixer tap with double cupboard under, part tiled walls, plumbing and space for washing machine, wall mounted cupboards and shelving, tiled floor, floor standing Potterton oil fired central heating boiler, wood and glazed door to the sun room and door to the kitchen. LEAN TO SUN ROOM 3.25m x 1.55m

(10'08 x 5'01) Tiled floor, sloping ceiling and stable door to the patio and gardens. KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 5.69m x 4.90m max (18'08 x 16'01 max) KITCHEN AREA Fitted with a range of base cupboards and drawers with tiled work surfaces over, matching eye level cupboards, glass display cupboards, end display shelving, one and a half bowl sink with mixer tap, part tiled walls, oil fired AGA, under counter appliance space, tiled floor and UPVC double glazed window overlooking the front gardens. BREAKFAST AREA UPVC double glazed window overlooking the patio, white aluminium double glazed patio doors leading to the patio and gardens, glazed window to the side, tiled floor, radiator, under stairs storage cupboard and exposed beams. FIRST FLOOR LANDING UPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect, wood panelling, hatch to loft and doors to the bedrooms and bathroom. MASTER BEDROOM 5.11m x 3.51m max (16'09 x 11'06 max) (Currently used as a sitting room)
Dual aspect with two UPVC double glazed windows to the front aspect and two UPVC double glazed windows to the side aspect, original cast iron fireplace and mantle piece, coved ceiling, ceiling fan/light fitting, radiator and telephone point. BEDROOM TWO 3.78m x 3.76m

(12'05 x 12'04) UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect, original cast iron fireplace, radiator and picture rail/shelving. DRESSING ROOM/BEDROOM FIVE 2.13m x 1.40m

(2.79m x 2.01m excluding wardrobes) Measurement excludes built in wardrobes and drawers to two walls, radiator and UPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect. BATHROOM Suite comprising original roll top bath with claw feet and mixer tap with shower attachement, close coupled W.C., vanity wash hand basin, part tiled walls, radiator, dual aspect with UPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect and double glazed circular window to the side aspect, airing cupboard with tank and slatted shelving, inset ceiling lights and wooden panelling to the walls and ceiling. SECOND LANDING With staircase leading up from the living room. Hatch to loft, radiator and exposed wooden floor boards. Doors to the bedrooms and bathroom. BEDROOM THREE 4.90m x 2.49m

(16'01 x 8'02) Dual aspect with UPVC double glazed window to the rear aspect and window to the side aspect overlooking the gardens, wood lined in pine, ceiling light/fan, radiator, exposed wooden floorboards and built in shelving, drawers and hanging rail to the eaves. BEDROOM FOUR 4.83m x 2.64m

(15'10 x 8'08) Window to the side aspect overlooking the gardens, radiator, ceiling light/fan, hatch to loft, exposed wooden floorboards and built in shelving, drawers and hanging rail to the eaves. BATHROOM TWO Suite comprising bath with mixer tap, W.C. and wash hand basin, built in airing cupboard and windows to the side aspect. OUTSIDE FRONT The front gardens are laid to well stocked flower and shrub beds. Gate and path to the front door and continuing to the rear of the property. Bounded by mature hedging. SIDE AND REAR Private south facing patio entertaining area with raised beds and a water feature. The gardens are a particular feature with well stocked flower and shrub beds and a selection of mature fruit trees including a mulberry, pear and apple. From the patio steps lead to the lawned area and there are two raised vegetable beds and gooseberry and raspberries. There is a useful brick built shed which used to be the head masters privvy! Outside tap and lights. Large bunded oil tank. DOUBLE GARAGE 5.54m x 4.75m

(18'02 x 15'07) Newly built with electric up and over door, door to rear onto the patio, power and light and pitched roof. OFF ROAD PARKING There is off road parking for at least three cars. STABLE/WORKSHOP 5.41m x 2.16m

(17'09 x 7'01) Brick built. AGENTS NOTE The owners advise us that the oil fired AGA also heats the water on the kitchen side of the house and runs two radiators in bathroom 1. The oil fired boiler runs the central heating throughout the house and can be controlled in 2 parts and most radiators have thermostatic valves. The property also benefits from from mains drainage/sewage. D1 CLAUSES VIEWINGS Anytime by appointment through the selling agents. Woodheads Oswestry Sales & Lettings Ltd, 12 Leg Street, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2NL. Tel: (01691) 680044. PARTICULARS These particulars are believed to be correct but their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not constitute or form any part of any contract. All measurements, areas and distances are approximate and floor plans and photographs are for guidance purposes only. Woodhead Sales and Lettings has no authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property. If you are travelling some distance contact the office if you require any further information or clarification. TENURE It is believed that this property is Freehold but we are unable to verify this as we have no access to the documentation. If you proceed with the purchase of this property this will need to be verified by your solicitor/conveyance. SERVICES NOT CONNECTED We have been informed by the seller that the property benefits from mains water, mains drainage and oil central heating. We have not tested any services, therefore no warranty can be given or implied as to their working order. FIXTURES AND FITTINGS Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned above to be agreed with the Seller. LOCAL AUTHORITY/ PLANNING Woodhead Oswestry Sales & Lettings Ltd have not checked rights of way, footpaths, covenants, easements, wayleaves, nor existing or proposed planning permissions concerning this property or the surrounding area. VIEWINGS By appointment through the selling agents. Woodhead Oswestry Sales & Lettings Ltd, 12 Leg Street, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2NL. Tel: (01691) 680044. HOURS OF BUSINESS Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm Saturday 9.00am - 1.00pm Sunday Closed. A 24 hour answer phone service is available."