The Limes, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3

Beaufort House is a striking Grade II listed property with a superb walled garden, set within an exclusive enclave in the heart of one of Shrewsbury's most sought-after residential areas. Built between 1850-1860, and in parts dating back to the 17th century, Beaufort House makes up one portion of The Limes, which was designed and lived in by famous Shrewsbury architect Samuel Poutney Smith. Renowned for his church architecture, most notably within the town St Mary's and St Giles on Wenlock Road, Poutney Smith's success enabled him to start building for himself.

The house is notable for its elegant, spacious, south-west facing accommodation, which is ideal for both comfortable every-day living and larger scale formal entertaining. Embellished with original period features including neo-gothic panelling, medieval stained glass windows and encaustic tiling, Beaufort House boasts a wealth of history.

The front door opens to a portico with large timbered gable porch and a further impressive entrance hall, off which leads the two principal reception rooms and a snug.

Both the elegant drawing room with medieval fireplace, and the dining room have deep sash windows and concertina shutters. To the rear of the house is a kitchen/breakfast room fitted by Scottswood of Nottingham, featuring a range of traditional cabinet built oak cupboards and marble worktops, along with gas fired Britannia range cooker. Doors lead to the southwest facing garden, ideal for outdoor dining. A utility area with integral appliances leads from the kitchen and a cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation. There is also a cellar providing ample storage, accessed from the kitchen. Five bedrooms are laid out over the first and second floors. All of the bedrooms have retained their original fireplaces and all enjoy an outlook over established trees in the grounds of the house and surrounding area. The principal bedroom has an attractive fireplace with delft tiles and spacious en-suite shower room with 'his and hers' sinks. Three further bedrooms are served by a family bathroom, with raised roll top bath and feature fireplace. A further principal bedroom on the second floor is of particular note, with original panelled flooring and spacious ensuite bathroom with large shower and roll top bath, providing a dressing area to one end.

Gardens and Grounds
The Limes is approached through electric gates, at the end of a 'no-through' road, with driveway parking and a garage. There is a garden to the front of the house with a variety of established trees, including a rare American tulip tree, and a stone folly that Poutney Smith removed from one of his church works to sit nestled in the grounds of the Limes.

The rear walled garden is another particular feature of the property, being carefully landscaped and providing a tranquil, private space for the house. Box hedging that surrounds stocked feature beds and a paved terrace extend from the house.

Property Information
Local Authority: Shropshire Council
Services: Mains gas and electricity. Mains water and drainage.
Council Tax: Tax band G
Tenure: Freehold

Belle Vue is a popular residential area approximately 1 mile from the centre of the County Town of Shrewsbury. The historic Town Centre offers an excellent range of shopping, leisure and social facilities including a number of restaurants and bars. There is also the Theatre Severn and the popular Quarry Park where there are a number of events held throughout the year.

Shrewsbury is noted for its excellent schools both within the state and private sectors. These include the prestigious Shrewsbury School, while both St Winifred's Convent and Shrewsbury High School are just along the road. Road communications are excellent with the A5/M54 linking through to Telford, the West Midlands and the national motorway network beyond.

There is a train station in Shrewsbury with a regular service to the Midlands and London. International airports are available at Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool and East Midlands.

Directions (SY3 7NU)
Leave Shrewsbury Town Centre via the English Bridge and follow signs toward Belle Vue (under the gyratory). After a short distance and after passing the pedestrian crossing and bus stop, turn right into Pountney Gardens. Follow this road to the end where the entrance and electric gates to The Limes can be found.