Summary - Council House, Council House Court, Castle Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 2AU SY1 2AU
5 bed 3 bath Town House
Elevated riverside residence with extensive terraces and generous living spaces.
Grade II* listed 15th-century townhouse with original historic features
Approximately 0.8 acres of gardens, terraces and riverside paths
Large accommodation: 5 bedrooms, 4 receptions, 3 bathrooms, ~4,183 sq ft
Dual-aspect principal suite with en-suite; guest room with balcony
Private parking, single garage and gated vehicular access
Located within river Loop; close to town centre shops and rail station
Listed status and conservation area — alterations restricted, specialist maintenance
Shared access/parking rights with neighbours; investigate legal arrangements
Set within the Loop of the River Severn, this Grade II* listed townhouse occupies an elevated position with expansive terraces and almost an acre of gardens. The house dates from the 15th century and retains abundant historic detail — ornate carvings, stained glass, high ceilings and tall proportions — arranged around a grand staircase and generous reception rooms. Exceptional south-easterly views sweep across the river towards Haughmond Hill.
The layout suits a family or household seeking formal entertaining spaces alongside comfortable family living: three principal reception rooms, a large kitchen/breakfast/living area and a garden room that opens to terraces. Five well-proportioned bedrooms include a dual-aspect principal suite with en-suite, a guest room with private balcony and three further bedrooms served by a family bathroom. Cellars, utility space and a garage add practical storage and parking.
Buyers should note material constraints: the property is Grade II* listed and lies within a conservation area, so alterations will be restricted and maintenance can be specialist and costly. There are shared access arrangements and parking rights affecting parts of the freehold that require investigation. Council Tax is high (Band F) and local crime statistics are above average — factors to weigh alongside the historic significance.
This is a rare opportunity to own a major historic townhouse in central Shrewsbury with private riverside grounds, excellent transport links and nearby top independent and state schools. It will particularly suit a buyer who values architectural character and is prepared for the responsibilities of conserving a high-grade listed building.
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