Property description
WITH MANY CHARACTER FEATURES: An early to mid 19th century grade II listed cottage with views over the gorge to the front.
Living Room,
Kitchen, Double Bedroom, Shower Room/WC, Front Garden, Off Road Parking, Energy Rating: Exempt.
Potential Rental Income: £525 pcm.
Situation
Hodge Bower is delightfully situated in an elevated position at the top of The Gorge and comprises a pleasant mix of predominantly period properties of varying architectural design.
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. Some five miles to the north is the excellent range of shopping and recreational facilities at Telford town centre, together with the railway station and M54.
The property
Is a beautiful period cottage which has a southerly aspect with the garden situated at the front and off road parking at the other side of the road. The accommodation comprises a living room with many character features including exposed beams, timber front door and period style fireplace (gas); staircase ascending to the first floor, useful under stairs store cupboard and access to the kitchen. The kitchen has tiled flooring, a range of base and wall units, space for cooker, space for two additional appliances and wall mounted central heating boiler.
On the first floor there is a small landing area with access to bedroom and shower room/wc. The bedroom has exposed beams, lovely period style fireplace and views over the front garden and The Gorge beyond. The shower room/wc also has exposed beams and a white suite.
Outside
The front garden has a metal gate, block paved footpath, steps leading to a further footpath and patio area with various inset flowers and shrubs.
How to get there – from Ironbridge proceed up Madeley Road and turn sharp left into Belmont Road; proceed up the hill and this in turn becomes Hodge Bower where the property is on the right hand side indicated by a Nick Tart for sale board.
Tenure – we are advised the property is Freehold.
Services – we are advised all mains services are connected. Gas fired central heating system.
Council Tax – Band A (Buyers should be aware that improvements carried out by the seller may affect the property’s council tax banding following a sale).
A property information questionnaire is available at any time upon request.
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