Queens Head, Nr Oswestry
- Land size
- 0.62 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
Key Features
- Carefully Converted to Retain a Range of Character Features
- Around 2,400 sq ft
- Gardens ext to approx. 0.62ac
- Garage/Storage
- Rural yet Convenient Location
Description
An attractively converted four-bedroom detached barn conversion boasting around 2,400 sq ft of elegantly presented living accommodation, alongside generous gardens which extend to circa 0.65ac, with a Garage/Workshop and views across open countryside; idyllically positioned within a rural hamlet close to Oswestry and Ellesmere.
Description - Halls are delighted with instructions to offer The Drift House in Queens Head for sale by private treaty.
The Drifthouse is an impressively converted barn combining substantial accommodation with the character of the original building. Extending to approximately 2,400 sq ft, the property retains an excellent range of period features complemented by striking modern flourishes and underfloor heating to the ground floor.
The property occupies an attractive plot extending to approximately 0.62 acres, approached through stone gate pillars onto a sweeping gravelled drive with extensive parking and turning space. Broad lawns surround the house and enjoy an open outlook across the adjoining Shropshire countryside. A detached brick-built garage and store provide valuable additional accommodation.
Schooling - Local primary education is available at West Felton CofE Primary School, with further primary schools at Whittington and in Oswestry. Secondary provision includes The Marches School in Oswestry, with Lakelands Academy and The Corbet School also within the wider area. Independent education is available at Oswestry School and throughout the county.
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Situation - The Drifthouse enjoys an appealing rural position at The Fords, on the edge of Queens Head to the east of Oswestry. The setting combines open countryside with particularly convenient access to the A5, placing Oswestry and the wider road network within easy reach. Queens Head itself lies alongside the Montgomery Canal and has a well-regarded public house and restaurant, whilst the nearby village of West Felton provides further everyday amenities
Oswestry provides a comprehensive range of shops, supermarkets, leisure and recreational facilities, together with restaurants, cafés and professional services. The position is well suited to those requiring access towards Shrewsbury, Chester, North Wales and the Midlands via the A5 and connecting road network
Directions - Leave Mile End Roundabout to the south-east via the A5, continuing for around 2 miles until a left hand turn leads onto the B5009 (signposted Ellesmere/Whittington). Continue on this road for 0.4 miles and turn left onto Twyford Lane where, shortly after, the property will be positioned on the left.
The Property - The Drifthouse offers spacious and characterful accommodation arranged around a striking central entrance hall, where exposed sandstone, oak joinery and full-height glazing immediately reflect the quality and character of the conversion.
The principal reception room is generously proportioned and features exposed timbers and a substantial brick fireplace with wood-burning stove, while the large kitchen and dining room forms an excellent everyday living and entertaining space with oak-fronted cabinetry, central island, range-style cooker and French doors opening directly onto the gardens.
A useful utility room, cloakroom and ground-floor bedroom add welcome flexibility to the ground floor accommodation. Upstairs are three further bedrooms, including a particularly spacious principal bedroom with dressing room and shower-room facilities, together with a well-appointed family bathroom. Exposed roof timbers, vaulted ceilings and attractive detailing continue throughout the first floor, reinforcing the property's appealing balance of traditional character and practical modern living.
The Gardens - The Drifthouse is approached through substantial stone gate pillars onto a sweeping gravelled driveway which curves around the property and provides excellent parking and turning space.
The gardens and grounds extend in all to approximately 0.62 acres and are predominantly laid to generous expanses of lawn, bounded by established hedging and mature trees. The comparatively open nature of the gardens allows attractive views over the surrounding agricultural landscape and gives the property a pleasing sense of space.
Garage/Workshop - Positioned separately from the house is a traditional brick-built outbuilding comprising a garage and adjoining store/shed, extending to approximately 369 sq ft in total and providing useful garaging, workshop or general storage space.
Tenure & Possession - We understand that the property is of freehold tenure and vacant possession will be given on completion of the purchase.
Services - We understand that the property has the benefit of mains water and electric. Drainage is provided to a private system and heating is provided by a ground source heat pump.
Local Authority - Shropshire Council
Council Tax - Council tax band E
Viewings - By appointment through Halls, The Square, Ellesmere, Shropshire, SY12 0AW.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- E
- Date Posted
- 2026-09-11
Utilities & Restrictions
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Rights & Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
80 Mbps
Superfast
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
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Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- West Felton Church of England Primary School and Nursery0.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 167
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School2.8 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 239
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Holy Trinity Church of England Primary Academy and Nursery3.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 1 to 11
- Pupils
- 316
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- The Meadows Primary School3.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 268
- Type
- Community school
- Morda CofE Primary School3.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 126
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- The Marches School3.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,346
- Type
- Academy converter
- Lakelands Academy5.9 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 590
- Type
- Academy converter
- The Corbet School6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 691
- Type
- Academy converter
- St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community)6.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 16
- Pupils
- 703
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- The Thomas Adams School11 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,214
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
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Getting Around
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Typical drive times
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Flood Risk
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Surface water
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