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"3-BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED VICTORIAN CONVERSION ON A LARGE PLOT

A rare opportunity to acquire this character conversion, situated on a substantial plot that has been beautifully landscaped. The three bedroom property is immaculately decorated throughout and boasts many period features. In addition, the layout of the property is such that a variety of extensions would be possible, subject to the relevant planning permissions.

The property briefly comprises:- porch, reception hall, guest cloakroom, bespoke kitchen, lounge, dining room, inner hall, master bedroom with en-suite, second bedroom, third bedroom, family bathroom and extensive loft. Outside, there are large patios and a detached double garage.

VENDORS COMMENTS

The property is part of an Edwardian hospital built in 1907.   Number 29 was one of the wards. Converted in 1988, it retains many original features, including solid 11" walls and substantial roof trusses. When the development came on the market, we were lucky to obtain the largest plot with a south-facing garden and mature trees.

The property satisfied all our demands for privacy, quietness, countryside interest, light and space, and something different. There is also satisfaction in owning a property with a history and having some beautiful features. And yet, it is easy cycling distance to Solihull and just 5 minutes drive to the motorway and the airport.

Like our immediate neighbours, we have occupied the property since conversion. We made additions at the time of the conversion in keeping with its period, specifically the antique fireplace inset, plaster arches, dado rails, extensive floor tiling and shutters. The roof space was boarded in preparation for use as a studio and a large tarmacadam drive-in laid for freedom of access to the rear.

The property would not be what it is without the gardens, which are beautiful and impressive. Left completely derelict by the builders, we have landscaped them to blend with the surrounding countyside, creating areas that have an identity of their own. The scene changes dramatically throughout the year. The front is landcaped with terracotta chippings and ornamental trees and shrubs, for easy maintenance.

The property and its environment have given us a sense of well-being.

ACCOMMODATION

Porch
Quarry tiled floor, pendant lantern, painted front door with brass door furniture.

Reception Hall
Quarry tiled floor with inset art tile border and original Victorian tile panel. The ceiling has egg and dart coving, centre rose, and Edwardian style spotlights.   Two feature arches with corbels lead to the open plan dining room. Doors lead to the kitchen, lounge and cloakroom. Economy 7 storage heater.

Cloakroom
Fitted vanity unit, wash hand basin with white taps. Laura Ashley tile splash back and vanity mirror. Low level WC. Quarry tile floor.

Kitchen 14.07 x 7.03
Bespoke kitchen with full stave, solid oak worktops, hand painted doors, Villeroy and Boch white ceramic sink. Integrated appliances include Neff induction hob, pyrolytic oven, and dishwasher, Bosch fridge and freezer. Double glazed windows to front and side with shutters, quarry tile floor and plinth heater. Plumbing for washing machine and dryer with deep worktop in laundry/preparation area. Ample power points and TV point.

Lounge 15.03 max x 14.03 max
This bright room has two double glazed south facing windows, fitted cupboards and shelving to either side of an original antique Edwardian cast iron inset fireplace in Art Nouveau style and chimney.   The fireplace has reproduction Art Nouveau tile panels and French glazed hearth tiles. The ceiling has egg and dart coving, centre rose and two Edwardian style spotlights. The room has two Economy 7 storage heaters. Double doors open into the dining room.


Dining Room 11.02 x 10.02

Leading off from the reception hall via a wide feature arch, the south-facing room has large double glazed doors opening directly onto the main patio with a full view of the garden.    In addition, there are full size, solid wood, Plantation shutters. The floor is quarry tiles with an art tile inset. The ceiling has egg and dart coving, centre rose, and a large hatch providing access to the loft. Two wall lights and one Economy 7 storage heater.

Inner Hall
Leading from the entrance hall the inner hall takes you to the three bedrooms, family bathroom and airing cupboard. The ceiling has egg and dart coving.

Master Bedroom   12.00 x 11.02
The main bedroom has two south facing double glazed windows with full views of the garden and beyond.   It has a range of fitted wardrobes, feature wall lights, Economy 7 storage heater, TV and telephone points. The ceiling has egg and dart coving and centre rose.

En-Suite
Fitted with a period style alcove vanity unit with triple wall mirrors, grey mosaic top, white porcelain hand wash basin with Samuel Heath lever taps, and light above.   Period style white low level WC, tiled floor and shower enclosure with chrome fittings.

Second Bedroom   10.3 x 8.9
This West facing room has a double glazed window with shutters, built-in double wardrobe, telephone and TV point.   Plain ceiling coving and panel wall heater.

Third Bedroom   9.07 x 6.11
The front facing room has a double glazed window with shutters, built-in wardrobe and telephone point.   Plain ceiling coving and panel wall heater.

Bathroom
Double glazed obscured window with shutters to front. Fitted cast iron bath with period style tiled fascia and vintage brass taps. Cottage style pedestal hand wash basin with vintage brass taps, low level WC. Tiled floor, plain ceiling coving and panel wall heater.

Loft
Commodious loft space accessed via the hatch in the dining room. With a headroom of 4.4m, this could easily be converted into further accommodation, a precedent for which has already been set locally, should any prospective buyer wish to do so.

Double Garage
A generous size, with two up and over doors, small Belfast sink, electrical sockets and lighting. Rear window and door leads out onto to a large tarmacadam service area.


Front and Rear Garden (27m max wide x 135m long)
The gardens are a special feature of the property and present a rare opportunity for a purchaser to acquire a mature garden designed and maintained to a very high standard. It includes an easy maintenance area to the front with decorative stone chippings and well established ornamental trees and shrubs. Adjacent to the property is a large terraccota feature patio with a formal raised lily pond and fountain. A second patio connects to the service area through a large pergola.   Planted areas include a feature lawn and borders, a shady dell and a large heather bed. Beyond, a bark covered expanse suitable for a garden chalet and finally a small secluded bluebell wood with a natural pond and stream. Mature trees include several large Oaks, a magnificent Beech, masses of wild Cherries, and an abundance of high value ornamental trees, specimen plants and roses.

Driveway
The large driveway sweeps from the front of the property to side and rear allowing easy access. At the rear, it becomes a large hard-standing area which could have a variety of uses.




Porch

Entrance hall

Bespoke Fitted Kitchen14'7" x 7'3" (4.45m x 2.2m).

Lounge15'3" (4.65m) (max) x 14'3" (4.34m) (max). T

Open Dining Room11'2" x 10'2" (3.4m x 3.1m).

Inner Hall

Master Bedroom12' x 11'2" (3.66m x 3.4m).

En-suite

Second Bedroom

Third Bedroom9'7" x 6'11" (2.92m x 2.1m).

Bathroom

Large Loft

Gardens

Double Garage

Driveway

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