Oswestry's Oakhurst Hall on sale for eye-watering £1.85 million
If you have a spare £1.85 million and fancy a change of direction, an historic country house with the potential to become a wedding venue or boutique hotel has been put on the market on the outskirts of Oswestry.
Oakhurst Hall, in Oakhurst Road, has been put on the market by the current owners, who live in part of the hall with the main body being used for their business.
Tony Morris-Eyton, of Savills estate agents in Telford, which is handling the sale, said the house is full of character and nods to its history.
He said: "The main essence and original features of the house very much remain, including the decorative cornicing, original deep cornice, sash and casement windows with original Victorian shutters, original fireplaces, ornate plaster work and an elegant staircase.
"The master suite has a Juliette balcony and wonderful views over Oswestry Hill Fort.
"We have spoken with Shropshire Council who, in principle, would not be averse to Oakhurst Hall being returned entirely to a private dwelling, residential subdivision or commercial use. This might involve such entities as a wedding venue or a boutique hotel."
Oakhurst Hall was built in about 1854 by the Venables family. The family, originally of Cheshire, became connected with Oswestry in the 18th century. Oakhurst Hall remained in the family until 1946 when it was sold to Shropshire Council.
In 1948 the hall became the boarding house for the Oswestry Girl's High School, for the children of military personnel living abroad. The present owners converted and renovated Oakhurst Hall in 1986 to create a private residence and separate commercial premises.
