The Summer House, Near Wroxeter

About this property

A unique and luxuriously appointed Grade II listed tower, formally a banqueting house and now a stunning holiday home located north east of the beautiful Shropshire Hills National Landscape. The Summer House is surrounded by spectacular countryside in a very secluded setting, a perfect romantic escape.

The Summer House and Octagonal Tower, built circa 1607 by Sir Francis Newport, was originally used as a banqueting house for entertaining his dinner guests. Sadly the main house was destroyed by a fire and never rebuilt, therefore The Summer House, now part of the Raby Estate, is the only remaining structure from that time. Today, this Grade II listed tower provides a very special and romantic retreat, set within the rolling Shropshire countryside, enjoying excellent views to the east, and views of the Shropshire Hills to the south and the west.

With exposed oak beams, doors and windows, inside The Summer House is bursting with character and charm. The ground floor open-plan living space enjoys two sets of french doors with full height glazing, taking full advantage of those far-reaching views. Clever use of space here provides a dining area, a couple of armchairs for relaxing in front of the television, and a 'secret' kitchen, hidden away inside a cupboard when not in use; how it conceals a dishwasher, fridge with ice-box, sink, hob and multi-function microwave is a mystery, but it does! Another ingenious design is the modern shower room, snuggling inside the void beneath the spiral turret staircase. Climb the winding stairs (with care) up to the spacious bedroom, enjoying its own sitting area in front of a cosy wood burning stove and a television, along with a comfy king-size bed, and windows to each aspect of the tower to frame those magnificent views. Outside, a private terrace houses outdoor dining furniture, perfectly positioned to capture the views as you fire up the barbecue and dine al-fresco.

The property is tucked away in the hamlet of Eyton-on-Severn, near the ancient Roman settlement at Wroxeter, and is surrounded by stunning countryside. Immediately to the east rises the Wrekin, a formidable hill said to be the result of a giant depositing a spade of earth he had intended to use to bury Telford. To the south lies the River Severn; and beyond the Shropshire Hills, the last English heights before the Welsh border. All of the surrounding countryside can be readily explored from The Summer House. Guests can stroll amongst the fields and lanes directly from the front door via nearby public footpaths. Or explore further afield into Shropshire and the border counties. Attingham Park is only 4 miles away, and with a short twenty minute drive you can be in the black and white medieval market town of Shrewsbury.

Additional Information:

Sorry, no children, infants or pets.

Due to the age of the property there are low beams and uneven steps.

Roof access is not permitted for health and safety reasons.

There is a drop at the end of the garden, please approach with caution and not in low light.