- Superb 2/3 bedroom Grade II Listed Cottage +
- Full Of Character & History Throughout +
- Overlooking Grindley Brook Staircase Locks +
- Stunning Rural Surroundings +
- Expansive Private Plot With Ample Off Road Parking +
- Detached Double Garage, Annex & Outbuildings +
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Live where history flows — Lock Keepers Cottage at Grindley Brook.
Steeped in history and brimming with character, this Grade II listed cottage offers a rare opportunity to own a truly unique home in a spectacular canal-side setting. Built circa 1805 and attributed to the renowned engineer Thomas Telford, Lock Keepers Cottage once served as the residence for the keeper of the famous Grindley Brook staircase locks on the Llangollen Branch of the Shropshire Union Canal. Today it stands as both a beautiful home and a living piece of Britain’s industrial heritage.
Inside, the property blends period character with modern comfort. A welcoming entrance hallway leads to two generous reception rooms, each with exposed brick surrounds and log burners for cosy evenings by the fire. Traditional beams and charming details feature throughout, alongside practical spaces including a study, a well-appointed kitchen and dining room with rural views, and a convenient downstairs shower room. Upstairs, two double bedrooms are served by a stylish Jack-and-Jill family bathroom, complete with a freestanding bath and separate shower cubicle.
The One-Bedroom Annex
Adding even more appeal is the separate one-bedroom annex — a versatile self-contained space that can be adapted to suit your needs. Whether it becomes a private home office or studio, a personal gym, a teenage retreat or a comfortable guest bedroom, it offers a host of possibilities for modern living. Compact yet independent, it’s the perfect solution for creating extra space without compromising the main house.
Externally, Lock Keepers Cottage is just as impressive. Electric gates open onto a sweeping driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to a detached double garage. The property sits on a private, expansive plot with a large lawned garden, mature trees and shrubs, and stunning countryside views to the rear. Outbuildings offer further storage or scope for hobbies.
Perfectly positioned, the cottage is within walking distance of local amenities such as the Lockside Café, The Horse and Jockey pub, and DA Roberts fuel station and shop. A short drive takes you to the bustling market town of Whitchurch, with its wide range of shops, services and facilities.
A home of rare character and heritage, Lock Keepers Cottage combines historic significance, flexible living and timeless charm. Offered with no upward chain, early viewing is strongly advised to fully appreciate all that this unique property has to offer.