Instantly explore your home, road, or area

"* Beautifully presented 3-storey attached cottage * Having part Georgian/ part Victorian connotations * Gas central heating and double glazing * Reception Hall * Lounge * Dining Room * Magnificent Kitchen * Lobby * Guest Cloakroom * Utility + Boot Room * 3 Bedrooms * En Suite Area * Bathroom * Detached Garage * Parking for numerous vehicles * Gardens

FLOOR PLAN THIS PLAN IS FOR IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES ONLY
It is not to scale and is intended to show the approximate relationship of one room to another, with an indication of the main fixtures and fittings Berkswell is a delightful country village close to Balsall Common and Meriden. This historic village, probably dating from late Anglo Saxon times and having links with the Earls of Warwick and with Cromwell in the Civil War, has a Church, village green, post office and stores, museum, popular local pub and a primary school, which has been awarded an excellent Ofsted Inspection report, as has the well regarded Heart of England School offering senior and sixth form places in nearby Balsall Common. Although Berkswell is surrounded by beautiful countryside, the cities of Coventry and Birmingham are within daily commuting distance, and Berkswell Railway Station gives onward access to London. The towns of Solihull, Kenilworth, Leamington Spa and Warwick are also within easy reach as are the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham Business Park, Birmingham International Airport and Railway Station and the Midlands motorway network. Further information on the amenities and history of the village can be found in our office at Balsall Common. The house was formally part of 'The Moat' and 'Berkswell Hall' estate owned by Sir John Eardley Wilmot circa 1840 and occupied by Thomas Mathews. The farmland stretched between Spencers Lane and Benton Green Lane. Between 1844 and 1874 it came into the hands of Joseph Arch who may have bought the farm at a time when the Wilmots were facing increasing financial difficulties.
Arch's estate had grown from 75 acres to 222 acres by the time the property was sub-divided off in 1953. Joseph Arch died on 23rd April 1873 and his trustees sold the properrty to millionaire John Feeney of 'The Birmingham Post and Mail'. John Feeney was born in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, on 24th September 1839. He progressed from working for a firm of art metal workers in Broad Street, Birmingham in 1857 to training as a newspaperman around 1863. In 1872, after the death of his father, Feeney entered into a partnership with John Jaffray to run the Birmingham Post and Mail newspaper empire. He became one of the great Victorian patrons of the Arts in Birmingham and was the main trustee for the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, donating many works which he hoped would inspire the city's own architects and designers. Feeney substantially enlarged the estate during his time at 'The Moat' adding Lower Berkswell Farm

(now Lower Farm and Sorrell House) in Spencers Lane (occupied by Thomas Spencer in 1840). The surrounding site today incorporates a number of substantial buildings dating from the Feeney era and the earlier centuries of farming in this parish: The Moat, the two lodges, Lower Farm, Sorrell House and Yew Tree Farm. There is also the more modern house, The Spinney, part way along the south drive. The Moat estate subsequently came to a Mr Jarrard, who sold it in twenty separate lots in 1953. The 222 acres comprised The Moat, Moat Farm, Sorrell House, The North and South Lodges and nine cottages in the vicinity. RECEPTION HALL having an oak reception door with a feature double glazed leaded light insert, an oak double glazed window, a quarry tiled floor, a built-in cloaks/storage cupboard with a matching storage cupboard over, a radiator, a wall mounted thermostat control and ceiling light points. LOUNGE 4.54m(14'11'') x 4.40m(14'5'') + inglenook
a delightful dual aspect room having oak double glazed windows to two elevations, a cast iron fireplace with a traditional timber display surround set on a raised quarry tiled hearth with a feature exposed timber over and an integrated storage and bookshelving units to the side, darkwood effect flooring, two radiators, a TV aerial point, an exposed ceiling timber, a dado rail and a ceiling mounted surround sound speaker. DINING ROOM 7.12m(23'4'') max x 4.23m(13'11'') to recess
having an cast iron open fireplace set in an exposed brick fireplace with a distressed timber display mantel and raised quarry tiled hearth, a built-in shelved log store to the side with a further storage unit below, three radiators, a TV aerial point, exposed ceiling timbers, a ceiling light point, three wall light points, a ceiling mounted surround sound speaker, twin oak double glazed French doors to the gravelled foregarden and a feature dog-leg staircase to the first floor landing. ANOTHER DINING ROOM PHOTO MAGNIFICENT FITTED KITCHEN 4.36m(14'4'') max x 3.07m(10'1'') to recess
having a range of fitted units in white with contrasting sparkling black polished granite work surfaces and splashbacks, briefly affording: twin inset stainless steel circular sink units with a chrome contemporary mixer tap, a double base unit below, two corner double base units, four double base units, two single base units and a matching range of wall mounted cabinets. There is an inset 5-burner gas hob with a stainless steel extractor hood over, a complementary stainless steel split-level oven having a cupboard above and pan drawer below, an integrated dishwasher with a dummy cupboard front, a built-in wine rack, two gas centrally heated kickboard heaters, a slate tiled floor, a ceiling mounted surround sound speaker, ten downlighters and oak double glazed windows to two elevations. ANOTHER KITCHEN PHOTOGRAPH LOBBY having a radiator, a quarry tiled floor, a ceiling mounted natural 'light tube' and a downlighter. GUEST CLOAKROOM having a refitted 2-piece suite in white with chrome fittings comprising of a low level w.c. and a wash hand basin with a ceramic tiled splashback. There is a radiator, a quarry tiled floor extending from the Lobby, a ceiling mounted natural ' light tube' and a single downlighter. UTILITY ROOM 5.27m(17'3'') max x 2.76m(9'1'') max being triangular in shape and having an oak entrance door with double glazed inserts and oak double glazed windows at either side, an enamel Belfast sink with a tiled splashback, timber block work surfacing with appliance spaces and plumbing for an automatic washing machine. There is a wall mounted gas fired boiler, a radiator, a glazed skylight, two downlighters, a further walk-in store having a ceiling light and a glazed skylight, boot room. ON THE FIRST FLOOR LANDING having a feature ornamental fireplace and a quarry tiled hearth, a double glazed Velux skylight window to the sloping ceiling, two radiators, a ceiling mounted surround sound speaker, two ceiling light points, a staircase to the first floor landing and a built-in shelved airing cupboard housing an insulated cylinder tank. MASTER BEDROOM 4.50m(14'9'') max x 4.42m(14'6'') max approached via a lobby which has a built-in wardrobes with lounvered doors, hanging rails and storage shelving, a matching shelved storage cupboard and two downlighters. The main room enjoys a dual aspect and has an oak double glazed window to the front elevation, twin double glazed French windows with a 'Juliette' balcony to the side elevation affording views over rural countryside and a further range of fitted wardrobes with hanging rails and storage shelving. There is a cast iron ornamental fireplace with a feature tiled backdrop and painted quarry tiled hearth, two radiators, three wall light points and an exposed ceiling timber. ANOTHER BEDROOM PHOTOGRAPH VIEW FROM MASTER BEDROOM views across to Ram Hall. EN SUITE AREA incorporated within the Bedroom and having a polished tiled floor and a white 2-piece suite with chrome fittings comprising of a double width shower enclosure with a wall mounted electric shower unit and glazed sliding shower screen and a wash hand basin set in a traditional style vanity unit. There is complementary ceramic tiling to the suite forming a splashback, a wall mounted extractor fan, two downlighters and an oak frosted double glazed window to the side elevation. BEDROOM 3 3.70m(12'2'') x 1.81m(5'11'') to wardrobes
having a range of fitted wardrobes with louvered doors and hanging rails, matching shelved storage cupboards, a radiator, a TV aerial point, a ceiling light point and two oak double glazed windows. BATHROOM having a white 3-piece suite with chrome fittings comprising of a Victorian style bath with chromed clawed feet having a mixer tap incorporating an antique telephone style shower head, a pedestal wash hand basin and a separate low level w.c. There is complementary ceramic tiling to the suite forming a splashback, a matching polished tiled floor, a radiator, a chrome vertical heated towel rail/radiator, a feature sloping ceiling with three downlighters, a further downlighter, an exposed ceiling timber and an oak frosted double glazed window. ON THE SECOND FLOOR SECOND FLOOR LANDING having a radiator, a useful built-in shelved storage cupboard with louvered doors, a feature sloping ceiling, a ceiling light point and a featture 2-sided leaded double glazed window. BEDROOM 2 5.25m(17'3'') max x 4.47m(14'8'') max to recess
having fitted wardobes with louvered doors with hanging rails and storage shelving, a cast iron ornamental fireplace with a feature timber display surround and a painted quarry tiled hearth, feature sloping ceilings, three ceiling light points, access to the loft void and an oak double glazed window to the front elevation. OUTSIDE DETACHED GARAGE 5.10m(16'9'') x 3.94m(12'11'') being recently erected and having a pitched boarded roof with storage potential, an up-and-over door to the gravelled driveway and benefiting from an additional brick built store to the side. GARDENS the property is approached through oak remote controlled gates is via a gravelled driveway offering parking for numerous vehicles. There is a raised shaped York paved patio with a brick built barbecue, a further circular paved seating area with a walled gravelled surround, a neatly shaped lawn and a raised decked seating area. The garden is screened by brick built walls, timber fencing and mature foliage. GENERAL INFORMATION Subjective comments in these details imply the opinion of the selling Agent at the time these details were prepared. Naturally, the opinions of purchasers may differ.
Agents Note: We have not tested any of the electrical, central heating or sanitaryware appliances. Purchasers should make their own investigations as to the workings of the relevant items. All room measurements and mileages quoted in these sales particulars are approximate.
Fixtures and Fittings: All those items mentioned in these particulars by way of fixtures and fittings are included in the sale price. Others, if any, are excluded.
Tenure: The property is Freehold with vacant possession upon completion of the purchase. Services: Mains gas, electricity and water are connected to the property. Drainage is to a shared septic tank.
Local Authority: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council.
Postal Address: The correct postal address of the property is understood to be Sorrell House, Spencers Lane, Berkswell, Coventry, CV7 7BB.
Land: It is suggested that prior to exchange of contracts, prospective purchasers walk the land and boundaries in order to satisfy themselves as to the exact area of land they are purchasing and also to check all fixtures and fittings either included or excluded in the sale.
Directions: From the office of JOHN SHEPHERD in Balsall Common turn right and proceed along Station Road towards Berkswell station. At the island proceed straight across, under the railway bridge and continue to the T-junction. Turn left onto Spencers Lane and the property is along on the right hand side, identified by the Agent's 'For Sale' board.
Money Laundering: We have in place procedures and controls which are designed to forestall and prevent Money Laundering. If we suspect that a supplier, customer/client, or employee is committing a Money Laundering offence as defined by the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, we will in accordance with our legal responsibility disclose the suspicion to the National Criminal Intelligence Service. To complete our quality service, John Shepherd is pleased to offer the following:-
Free Valuation: We would be pleased to carry out a free valuation and market appraisal of your property entirely without obligation. Please contact us to make the appropriate appointment.
Residential Letting and Management: If you are interested in letting out your property or considering renting a property from us, please contact John Shepherd Lettings Limited on (01564) 771776 or email enquiries@johnshepherdlettings.com.
Professional Survey Department: If this property should not meet your requirements and you decide to purchase a property not marketed by ourselves, we would be delighted to offer our professional services to you should you require an independent survey on the property you intend to purchase. We offer a full range of professional surveys including the RICS Home Buyers' Survey and Valuation Reports, and full Building Surveys which will give you, the purchaser, peace of mind knowing that your dream home has been professionally surveyed and will not turn into a nightmare. For professional survey and valuation advice therefore, please do not hesitate to contact our Survey Department on (01564) 786626.
John Shepherd Conveyancing: Very competitive fixed price rates agreed with our panel of local, experienced and well respected solicitors. Please contact this office for further details or email enquiries@johnshepherdconveyancing.com.
FINANCIAL SERVICES John Shepherd Financial Services: Independent Mortgage Advisers. Telephone: 01564 786611 or email enquiries@johnshepherdfs.com This footer paragraph is an example only and should not be relied upon as complying with current legislation. These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.
"