Arran House, Ludlow

Arran House is an imposing period property distinguished by its decorative red-brick elevations, prominent gables, contrasting stone detailing and large bay windows. Arranged over three principal floors, with the addition of a cellar, the property offers substantial and highly versatile accommodation, including five double bedrooms and a useful box room.

The scale and proportions of the rooms, together with features including fireplaces, cornicing, a traditional staircase, timber floors and exposed roof timbers, provide an excellent foundation for restoration.

The entrance opens into a broad reception hall, where timber flooring and the staircase immediately give a sense of the size and character of the building. Three principal reception rooms are positioned across the ground floor and could readily provide a drawing room, dining room and family room or study. The front reception room is particularly attractive, with a generous bay window bringing natural light into the room, together with decorative cornicing and a fireplace.

The two further reception rooms continue the spacious arrangement and offer flexibility for both formal and everyday living. One has a feature fireplace and could create an impressive dining room, while the room towards the rear would make a comfortable sitting room or additional family space.

A kitchen is positioned towards the rear and is fitted with a range of units, work surfaces and a stainless-steel sink. A ground-floor cloakroom, additional storage and access to the rear complete this level. Stairs also descend to the cellar, which provides useful storage space.

The first-floor landing gives access to three generous double bedrooms and a separate box room. The principal bedroom is particularly well proportioned, with a fireplace and ample space for wardrobes and additional furniture. The two further double bedrooms provide excellent accommodation for family members or guests, while the box room lends itself well to use as a nursery, home office, dressing room or additional storage space.

The family bathroom is particularly spacious and currently includes a bath with shower above, pedestal wash basin and WC, together with fitted cupboards.

A further staircase rises to the second floor, where two additional double bedrooms sit beneath the roofline. Both rooms feature exposed structural timbers and characterful sloping ceilings, with windows providing views across the surrounding rooftops and towards the countryside beyond. The sizeable landing also offers further storage or study space.

Arran House is approached through wrought-iron gates onto an extensive driveway running alongside the property. This opens into a particularly generous gravelled parking and turning area to the rear, capable of accommodating numerous vehicles. This outside space may also offer scope to create a more conventional garden or seating area while retaining ample parking.

To the front is an enclosed garden with established hedging, shrubs and planted borders, set behind a traditional brick wall. Mature trees and boundary planting provide further screening around the rear, while a useful external store or outbuilding offers additional storage.

Arran House represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and architecturally appealing period residence in a highly convenient Ludlow location. Its extensive accommodation, five double bedrooms, additional box room and exceptional parking make it an ideal project for purchasers wishing to restore and personalise a distinctive family home.