Summary - The Barns, Asterton SY7 8BJ
3 bed 2 bath Detached
Detached 3–4 bedroom cottage on 1.4 acres with pond, outbuildings and renovation potential.
Detached 3–4 bedroom period cottage on approx. 1.4 acres
Large wraparound gardens, orchard, greenhouse, productive vegetable beds
Pond/pool fed by stream — suitable for wild swimming and wildlife habitat
Detached outbuilding: garage, large workshop, mezzanine and loft room
Flexible layout with vaulted top-floor room and potential annexe access
Solid brick walls assumed uninsulated; insulation upgrade likely required
Heating mainly woodburners and portable electric heaters — needs modern system
Very slow broadband despite excellent mobile signal; remote working limited
A picture-book detached cottage set on about 1.4 acres at the foot of the Long Mynd, this 3–4 bedroom house combines period character with extensive outdoor space. Large picture and sash windows, two woodburners and a conservatory create cosy, light-filled reception rooms that flow well for family living. The wraparound gardens include a pond/pool fed by a stream, orchard, productive vegetable beds, greenhouse and chicken run — excellent for a keen gardener or anyone seeking privacy and wildlife.
Practical outbuildings include an L-shaped detached building with garage, large workshop with mezzanine and loft room above; subject to planning these areas offer annexe or ancillary accommodation potential. The internal layout already provides flexible space: three principal bedrooms, a vaulted top-floor sitting/bedroom with its own woodburner, two bathrooms and several reception rooms that could be adapted to modern family needs.
Buyers should note a number of important practical considerations. The house is of solid brick construction with assumed no wall insulation, heating relies largely on wood logs and portable electric heaters, and double glazing was installed post-2002. Broadband speeds are very slow in this remoter hamlet, so download-dependent working from home will be challenging without alternative connectivity. These factors make the property better suited to buyers prepared to invest in insulation and a modern heating system.
Overall this is a rare rural opportunity for a family or gardener who values space, views and scope to improve energy performance. The location offers peace and excellent walking countryside while still being within reach of market towns and schools; however, the property will reward those willing to undertake selective upgrading to bring it fully up to modern comfort and efficiency standards.
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