Summary - Orchard House, Castle Road, Richards Castle SY8 4EW
5 bed 3 bath Detached
Large plot with orchard, garage and motorhome port near Ludlow.
Around 2,000 sq ft of living accommodation
Set on the edge of Richards Castle with far-reaching pastoral views, this five-bedroom detached house offers a substantial family home and extensive outdoor space. The property extends to around 2,000 sq ft and sits on approximately 0.90 acres, with formal lawns, productive vegetable beds, an orchard and a wildlife area — ideal for families who value space and self-sufficiency.
The accommodation includes two reception rooms, a farmhouse-style kitchen with a Rayburn, a ground-floor bedroom with mezzanine and cloakroom, and four first-floor bedrooms including an en-suite to the principal bedroom. Character features such as exposed beams, wood-burning stoves and exposed brickwork combine with practical upgrades like double glazing and solar panels (installed 2011, 25-year agreement) that reduce running costs and provide an income stream.
Practicalities to note: heating is oil-fired (boiler and Rayburn), water is from a private supply and drainage is private, so ongoing maintenance and running costs differ from mains-served homes. The house is solid-brick as built and likely uninsulated in the walls, so energy-efficiency improvements should be considered. Council Tax sits at Band F and will be a notable expense.
Outside, parking and storage are excellent: a gravel driveway, detached double garage with power, and a high open-fronted motorhome port. Surrounded by farmland yet only a short drive from Ludlow, the house suits families seeking rural living with accessible town amenities. An internal inspection is recommended to appreciate the layout and garden fully.
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