The Gables, Churchstoke

The Gables occupies a lovely position in the small hamlet of White Grit, surrounded by countryside with views towards Corndon Hill. Beautifully presented throughout, the house is complemented by generous gardens, a large garage and a workshop, with plenty of space to enjoy both indoors and out.
The entrance hall leads into a bright living room with windows on two sides and views across the surrounding countryside. A brick fireplace is set up for a wood-burning stove, although the stove currently shown in the photographs is not included in the sale.
The kitchen and dining room is a generous space, with contemporary units, quartz worktops, integrated appliances and a breakfast bar. There is plenty of room for a dining table, and French doors open directly onto the raised patio. A separate utility room provides space for laundry and has a door to the rear, with a WC alongside.
Two bedrooms and the family bathroom are also on the ground floor. The bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests or working from home, while the bathroom has a bath with a shower above.
Upstairs, the master bedroom stretches across much of the first floor and is filled with light from the roof windows. It has a dressing area, walk-in wardrobe and en suite shower room, along with useful eaves storage.
Outside, the raised patio is a lovely place to sit and take in the views. Steps lead down to a lawned garden with established trees and hedging, as well as a vegetable plot. Further lawns wrap around the front and side of the house.
The private driveway provides ample parking and turning space and leads to a large detached garage with an adjoining workshop. There is also a further outbuilding to the rear, adding useful space for storage or hobbies.
With country walks close by and views that are hard to tire of, The Gables offers a beautifully finished home in a peaceful rural setting.
White Grit is a small, scattered hamlet beneath Corndon Hill, where the Shropshire and Powys border winds through open countryside. With quiet lanes, far-reaching views and walking routes close to home, it is a lovely setting for anyone who enjoys spending time outdoors.
Nearby Churchstoke is the natural stop for day-to-day needs. The village has a primary school, community hall, post office and Tuffins supermarket and garden centre. White Grit itself remains peaceful and rural, with the conveniences of a larger village within reach.
There is plenty to explore in the surrounding hills. The Shropshire Way passes through the area, while Stapeley Hill is home to Mitchell’s Fold, a Bronze Age stone circle set in open moorland. Corndon Hill provides a striking backdrop to White Grit and is popular with walkers.
Bishop’s Castle is a characterful market town with independent shops, cafés, pubs and a lively calendar of events. Shrewsbury offers a wider range of shops and services. The A488 provides a route to both towns, while buses run between Bishop’s Castle and Shrewsbury from the White Grit junction. Welshpool has a mainline railway station.