Ice House Close,Apley, 2 bedroom, House

Available April 2025 - February 2026

It is very rare that we get such a gem of a property surrounded by so much history placed in a very delightful row of mews cottages.. Thomas Hardy himself would of been delighted to sit down and write ''Far from the madding crowd'' knowing he truly was! Located within the grounds of Apley Castle the property offers; hallway, modern fitted kitchen, lounge and dining area and conservatory. To the first floor are two double bedrooms, with the master coming complete with an en suite shower room, and a family bathroom. Gas central heating and double glazing. Beautiful private and enclosed rear garden with a range of mature shrubbery and plants fronting Apley Woods. Allocated parking is available. Terrific access to local road networks and the M54 Motorway. Our, or indeed any, pictures could not hope to encapsulate the peace and serenity that this property offers, which makes viewing a must!

Apley Castle was a moated, fortified manor house which was expanded considerably into an Elizabethan mansion during the late 16th and early 17th century. The castle was sacked by Parliamentary forces during the war, £1,500 of damage was done and the lead from the roof was stolen for use at Shrewsbury Castle!

A second mansion, also called Apley Castle, was subsequently built between 1791 and 1794 containing remains of original castle When King Charles II had cherries, strawberries and ice cream served at a special occasion in April 1667 it caused quite a sensation. An outside ice house which permitted the King to present such delicacies in Spring was soon a feature of many wealthy estates. Exactly when Apley's ice house was built is unknown but presumably led to the name ICE HOUSE COURT.