Town centre, centuries intertwined for artistic attitude

Right in the heart of Shrewsbury, past and present centuries are intertwined to great effect.  Old School House, Wyle Cop is a 4-bedroom Grade-II listed townhouse launched to the market by Balfours.

Offering nearly 2000 square feet set over four floors the ground floor draws you in to a character bright and airy hallway, with cloakroom. The 2 adjacent reception rooms expose their age in sympathetically exposed beams, while a balcony invites its inhabitants to relax, continental style in the upper echelons of the courtyard.

Prepare to be wowed stepping into the lower ground kitchen – this room boasts amplified artistic attitude and designer functionality in equal measure. It’s adjacent soulmate snug leads to the courtyard garden, offering a great outside dining experience.

Broad stairs lead to the first and second floor, each with 2-bedrooms served by sleek bathroom facilities. Balfours Amy Meldrum-Beechey observes: “This is an exceptional town house where the vendor really has combined the best of Shrewsbury’s medieval architecture with glossy magazine fixtures and fittings; with remarkable results.

“For those seeking county town and historic appeal with lock up convenience the Old School House really could hit head and heart. I can’t imagine what children who were once taught here, would think. Today with double glazing gas combi boiler and underfloor heating in the kitchen, today’s warmth comes with the flick of a button, though fireplaces and inglenooks are peppered between rooms.”

With restaurants, shops, river walks and the train station all within easy walking, Balfours are marketing this prime location property for offers over £600,000. For more information call 01743 353511.