A remarkable eco-conscious country home with a luxury annexe, exceptional entertaining spaces and beautifully crafted interiors, set amidst the rolling countryside of North Shropshire.
Meadow Bank Farm is an exceptional lifestyle property, combining the character of a traditional farmhouse with sophisticated contemporary design, outstanding energy efficiency and beautifully curated interiors. The original farmhouse has been thoughtfully extended over the years, with the most recent extension completed in 2022, creating a substantial home perfectly suited to modern living and entertaining.
A defining feature of the property is its advanced heating and energy infrastructure. The house benefits from air source heating and solar panels with additional Battery Storage that service both properties, while a highly sophisticated underfloor heating system serves the entire ground floor and first floor accommodation. Each room is individually thermostatically controlled, providing excellent comfort and efficiency throughout. The attention to detail continues with bespoke skirting boards and architraves, together with numerous designer finishes including striking Tom Dixon light fittings.
At the heart of the home lies a truly spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and family space. Designed by Smallbone, the handmade bespoke kitchen has been thoughtfully planned to create a seamless connection between the interior and surrounding gardens. Two substantial islands provide generous preparation and social space, while a cleverly designed larder and drinks cabinet make the room ideal for hosting family and friends. Full-height glazed sliding doors span the dining area, opening directly onto the terrace and gardens and allowing natural light to flood the room while creating a wonderful sense of indoor-outdoor living.
The kitchen is exceptionally well equipped, with a comprehensive range of premium integrated appliances including Miele appliances throughout, a built-in coffee machine, combi microwave oven, dishwasher and induction hob, together with a Gaggenau fridge freezer. There is also an electric three-oven AGA with companion unit, a Luzzo Pot tap positioned above the induction hob and a Blanco tap to the main sink. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the bespoke handmade utility and boot room with a double Lusso Belfast sink, with a separate WC and access beneath a covered porch incorporating a practical log store.
Beyond the kitchen, a series of beautifully presented reception rooms provide flexible living accommodation. The principal sitting room features a Clearview wood-burning stove set within a buff limestone surround with an attractive herringbone brick insert. Bi-fold doors open directly onto the gardens, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining.
A separate snug offers a more intimate retreat, complete with a limestone fireplace, wood-burning stove and bespoke fitted cabinetry. There is also a dedicated home office with bespoke bookcase extending across one wall.
The first floor continues the home's impressive design quality. The principal bedroom suite enjoys a walk-in dressing room and a stylish en suite shower room, together with bi-fold doors opening onto a glass Juliet balcony overlooking the surrounding gardens and countryside.
There are four further double bedrooms, all beautifully presented and filled with natural light. One bedroom benefits from an en suite shower room featuring distinctive contemporary tiling, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a well-appointed family bathroom with separate shower and high-quality modern fittings.
Throughout the house, careful attention has been given to both design and functionality. Many rooms are dual aspect, allowing excellent levels of natural light, while the cohesive interior scheme successfully combines modern luxury with the warmth and character expected of a distinguished country home.
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For me this offers the ultimate wow factor, whilst offering such a great home where you can walk in with muddy boots and still feel stylish!
Beccy Theodore-JonesProperty agent