2 bed cottage for sale

Ladywood, Ironbridge, Telford, Shropshire. TF8

Stunning period grade II listed cottage: A two bedroom cottage enjoying views out to the world famous Iron bridge being sold with the benefit of no upward chain. The accommodation comprises of;

Hallway, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Bathroom/wc, Two Bedrooms, Cellar, Front Garden, Rear Courtyard, Tiered Rear Garden, Residents Allocated Parking Area. EPC Rating: Exempt.

Situation:

This beautiful home boasts charm, comfort and history tucked away in the picturesque setting of Ironbridge. Ironbridge is a renowned and historic area nestling in the Severn Gorge which forms one of the most striking and distinctive landscapes in England, with a charming town centre adjoining the River Severn and the slopes of the Gorge combining a delightful mix of imposing, detached period residences mingling with charming cottages up the hillside. This remarkable area was at the heart of the Industrial Revolution and became world famous in 1779 when the world's first iron bridge was constructed over the River Severn and from which the town derives its name. It is steeped in the industrial heritage of the area with local museums forming part of the World Heritage Site and is now recognised as a premier tourist area.

The property is within close proximity of the world-famous Iron Bridge itself.

How to get there - from Ironbridge proceed down Waterloo Street (B4373 towards Broseley) and turn right over the free bridge and bear right again; at the hairpin bend fork right along Ladywood following the signs for the Ironbridge Central car park; turn into the car park and proceed halfway down. Private Parking is available in the designated private spaces on the left. Proceed on foot, taking the steps down to the property.

The Property:

This beautiful gem of a cottage amalgamates period charm with modern convenience. On the ground floor there is an entrance hallway leading through to a cosy living room complete with a welcoming fireplace, ideal for those autumnal / winter evenings. From the living room access leads to the kitchen offering a wealth of exposed beams and fitted base units with space for cooker and additional appliance, as well as a stable door leading out to the rear courtyard, and access down to the cellar. There is an original period style door opening through to the dining room, perfect for housing those intimate dinner parties. The property also boasts a functional cellar. The vendor utilises a pumping system for when water levels rise.

The first floor houses an elegant bathroom fitted to a contemporary style with half roll top bath with shower over, vanity basin and low flush wc. There are also two spacious double bedrooms.

Outside:

To the front there is a pedestrian gate and footpath with adjacent gravelled garden area enjoying views towards the Iron Bridge itself. The rear garden has a paved patio ideal for entertaining with steps leading to a further raised garden area which has a covered gazebo, 2 garden sheds, decorative gravelled area with shrub and tree borders and further steps leading to the parking area where there is allocated off road parking. Residents of Ironbridge gorge are also currently entitled to 2 free residents parking permits. Vehicular access is also available to the front of the property.

Right of Way: We have been advised that pedestrian access to the rear of No. 5 is via No. 6 Ladywood's rear courtyard. Please note this is not public access, this is only for the residents of 5 and 6 Ladywood.

Services: The property has mains electricity and gas. Drainage is via a septic tank.

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax Band: C

Anti Money Laundering & Proceeds of Crime Acts: To ensure compliance with the Anti Money Laundering Act and Proceeds of Crime Act: All intending purchasers must produce identification documents prior to the memorandum of sale being issued. We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those selling or buying a property. Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Lifetime Legal who will contact you once you have agreed to instruct us in your sale or had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £45 (incl. VAT), which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance of us publishing your property (in the case of a vendor) or issuing a memorandum of sale (in the case of a buyer), directly to Lifetime Legal, and is non-refundable. We do not receive any of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal for its role in the provision of these checks. We will also require confirmation of where the funding is coming from such as a bank statement with funding for deposit or purchase price and if mortgage finance is required a mortgage agreement in principle from your chosen lender.

Important

We take every care in preparing our sales details. They are carefully checked, however we do not guarantee appliances, alarms, electrical fittings, plumbing, showers, etc. Photographs are a guide and do not represent items included in the sale. Room sizes are approximate. Do not use them to buy carpets or furniture. Floor plans are for guidance only and not to scale. We cannot verify the tenure as we do not have access to the legal title. We cannot guarantee boundaries, rights of way or compliance with local authority planning or building regulation control. You must take advice of your legal representative. Reference to adjoining land uses, i.e. Farmland, open fields, etc does not guarantee the continued use in the future. You must make local enquiries and searches. We currently work with a number of recommended conveyancing partners and we currently receive a referral fee of up to £300 for each transaction.