Netherskyborry Knighton, Shropshire, Ld7 1 Tw

Location Netherskyborry lies within the parish of Llanfair Waterdine, in South Shropshire, yet is conveniently positioned just a few minutes' drive from the market town of Knighton, with the town also accessible on foot for those wishing to enjoy a walk. This provides an excellent balance of rural surroundings whilst remaining within easy reach of a good range of everyday amenities. Knighton offers a selection of independent shops, supermarket, public houses, primary school, leisure centre, library, post office and medical facilities, together with a range of local services. The town is renowned for its attractive surrounding countryside and excellent opportunities for outdoor pursuits. Knighton sits midway along the famous Offa's Dyke Path, providing access to an extensive network of scenic walks and open countryside, with opportunities to enjoy far-reaching views, local wildlife and the surrounding landscape. Transport & Connectivity Knighton benefits from a railway station on the Heart of Wales Line, providing direct services to Shrewsbury and Swansea. The town also has regular bus services connecting Knighton with surrounding villages and larger towns. For a wider range of amenities and services, the historic market towns of Ludlow and Leominster are approximately 18 miles away, with the important regional centres of the cathedral city of Hereford and the historic town of Shrewsbury some 30 and 35 miles away respectively. Education Knighton Primary School provides local primary education, with a number of well regarded secondary schools within reach, including options in Presteigne, Bishop's Castle and Wigmore. A wider selection of state and independent schools can also be found in the surrounding area, including schools in Lucton, Hereford and Brecon. The location offers an appealing combination of rural surroundings and convenient access to local amenities, schooling and transport links. GROUND FLOOR Entering through the front glazed porch, an impressive solid timber door opens into a particularly welcoming reception hall, where the grandeur and character of the property are immediately apparent. A beautiful staircase rises to the first floor, complemented by character tiled flooring and attractive wood panelling. From the reception hall, access is provided through to the drawing room. . The drawing room is a well-proportioned and elegantly presented room positioned to the front of the property, with an attractive bay window and further sash window allowing plenty of natural light to fill the space. The room takes full advantage of the beautiful views across the Teme Valley to the front, together with views over the gardens to the side. Elegant period detailing includes a focal fireplace with inset electric fire and marble surround. . Returning to the reception hall, the formal dining room is another well-proportioned reception room, featuring a large bay window overlooking the garden, timber flooring and a further focal fireplace with inset electric fire. Built-in cupboards and attractive alcove shelving provide useful storage to either side of the fireplace. . From the inner hall, a secondary small staircase leads to the first floor, while a further staircase leads down to the cellar. A door opens into a particularly impressive music room. This is a sizeable and characterful room, featuring parquet flooring, a large front-facing window with window seat, and a further fireplace with inset woodburning stove and built-in shelving. A particularly individual room with plenty of character. A practical ground floor bathroom provides useful additional facilities, fitted with a modern white suite comprising shower, WC and pedestal wash hand basin. . Continuing through to the kitchen/breakfast room, this is a good-sized and practical family space, with exposed ceiling timbers, a window to the front and a door providing side access. Further doors lead through to the utility room and boot room. The kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall units, with an inset range cooker and extractor over, together with space and plumbing for a fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There is ample room for a good-sized family dining table, making this a useful everyday living space. . The utility room provides further practical accommodation, with space and plumbing for laundry appliances, additional storage and a small window. A further door leads through to a versatile adjoining space, currently utilised for storage but effectively an extension of the utility room. With some further enhancement, this could make an excellent boot room — particularly useful for a country residence. Finally, accessed from the main hallway, the cellar is currently divided into two sections, providing useful additional space and, in years gone by, having been home to a rather good selection of wines. FIRST FLOOR A handsome staircase rises from the reception hall to the first floor, where a central landing provides access to the bedroom accommodat