Welcome to 1 Whitacre Road, Solihull, a cozy and compact semi-detached type home with 3 bed in the B93 9HW area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band E.
This classic property was built
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £496,600 and a rental potential of £3,228 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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"* Extended and much improved traditional semi detached * Enviable corner plot location * Welcoming reception hall * Study/snug * Living room * Superb kitchen family room * Guest cloakroom * Utility * Three well proportioned bedrooms* Family bathroom * Rear garden * Detached single garage and driveway
FLOOR LAYOUT 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. Knowle is a delightful village in which to reside retaining much of its High Street charm with old dwellings, yet conveniently placed for access to Solihull (two miles), Birmingham
(ten miles) and Stratford upon Avon (fifteen miles). Knowle village contains an excellent selection of local shops, good schooling facilities at both junior and secondary level (Arden School) and bus services are available locally. Dorridge Station (1? miles) provides commuter train services to Birmingham. In addition, the N.E.C., Birmingham International Airport and Railway Station are within an approximate 15 minute drive, whilst the M42 provides fast links to the M1, M5, M6 and M40 motorways (mileages approximate). The property is set back from the road and boasts a delightful corner plot and is approached via a part block paved and tarmacadam driveway with block paved border to the surround. There are lawned areas to either side of the driveway.
The accommodation together with approximate room measurements comprise as follows:- CANOPY PORCH Having timber framed front door with inset glazed panel opening through to:- ON THE GROUND FLOOR WELCOMING RECEPTION HALL Having stairs rising up to the first floor with useful understairs storage cupboard, Karndean flooring, central heating radiator, telephone point, UPVC obscured double glazed window to the front elevation, coving to ceiling, ceiling light point, doors to the living room and kitchen and further door which in turn leads through to: STUDY/ SNUG 2.78m(9'1'') x 2.31m(7'7'') Which is currently being used as a study having a UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation with central heating radiator set below, built-in cloaks cupboard having hanging pegs, telephone point, coving to ceiling and ceiling light point. LIVING ROOM 4.53m(14'10'') x 3.56m(11'8'') A well proportioned reception room illuminated by UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation with central heating radiator set below, feature fireplace having timber surround and mantel with raised granite effect hearth and decorative cast iron back drop with inset gas living flame fire, TV aerial point, coving to ceiling and ceiling light point. KITCHEN FAMILY ROOM 8.62m(28'3'') x 3.93m(12'11'') max. A most enviable room comprisinig in two parts:- SUPERB KITCHEN AREA Having a range of contemporary soft close base cupboard and drawer units with Silestone worksurface over incorporating a sunken stainless steel Blanco sink unit with a brushed steel mixer tap over set below a UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation, inset De Dietrich induction hob with electrically operated down draft extractor unit to the rear, built-in De Dietrich fan oven housed within matching units above and below, further UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation, integrated Fisher & Paykel double dish drawer dishwasher, space for free-standing fridge freezer, door to the guest cloakroom and through to the utility room. Further door which leads out to the side of the property, coving to ceiling, ceiling light point, downlighters and Karndean flooring which benefits from under floor heating (IN THE KITCHEN AREA ONLY) continues through to the: DINING FAMILY AREA Having UPVC double glazed french doors with double glazed side screens to either side opening out to the rear garden, feature fireplace having decorative timber surround and mantel with marble effect backdrop and raised matching hearth with space for inset fire, central heating radiator, coving to ceiling and ceiling light point. GUEST CLOAKROOM Having a white suite comprising low flush WC, wall mounted space saver wash hand basin with tiled splashback, tiled flooring, extractor fan, electric radiator, two ceiling light points and door to: UTILITY Having space and plumbing for a washing machine, tumble dryer, extractor fan, continuation of the tiled flooring and ceiling light point. ON THE FIRST FLOOR SPACIOUS LANDING Having a UPVC double glazed window to the side elevation, hatch to roof space, ceiling light point and doors which in turn lead through to: BEDROOM ONE 3.95m(13'0'') x 3.63m(11'11'') excl wardrobes Having a UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation, built-in wardrobes comprising four double doors and two single doors providing excellent storage facilities, central heating radiator and ceiling light point. BEDROOM TWO 3.94m(12'11'') x 3.58m(11'9'') into bay Having a UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, built-in wardrobe offering hanging rail with shelving over with fitted worksurface unit to the side, central heating radiator and ceiling light point. BEDROOM THREE 4.96m(16'3'') x 4.29m(14'1'') max. (2.33m Min) (Reduced Head Height)
A deceptively spacious L shaped room having a UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, central heating radiator and ceiling light point.
FAMILY BATHROOM Having a white suite comprising low flush WC set below an obscured UPVC double glazed window to the side elevation, pedestal wash hand basin, panelled bath with complementary splashback, glazed corner shower cubicle having Meynell shower attachment, full height tiled surround and glazed shower door, central heating radiator, door to airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder with useful shelving, UPVC obscured double glazed window to the rear elevation, extractor fan and ceiling light point. OUTSIDE REAR GARDEN Having a block paved patio area which provides space for garden furniture, well tended lawn beyond which is enclosed by mature hedges and timber panelled fencing to the perimeter. The block paved patio continues round to the side of the property and opens up to a generous patio area which provides a versatile area. There is a timber side gate, courtesy door to the detached single garage, wall lights and water tap. SIDE PHOTOGRAPH REAR ELEVATION DETACHED SINGLE GARAGE 4.59m(15'1'') x 2.96m(9'9'') Having an electrically operated roller shutter garage door, pitched roof providing useful eaves storage space, half height obscured UPVC double glazed door with matching side screen opens through to the side of the property and two ceiling light points. 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.
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 responsibilities disclose the suspicion to the National Criminal Intelligence Service.
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: All mains services are connected to the property.
Local Authority: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council.
Postal Address: The correct postal address of the property is understood to be 1 Whitacre Road, Knowle, Solihull, West Midlands, B93 9HW.
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 Knowle village centre proceed along the High Street turning left into Lodge Road and then immediately right along the slip road adjacent to the Warwick Road. Take the first left hand turn into Blackdown Road and then first right into Whitacre Road where the property can be found a short distance along on the left hand side.
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.
John Shepherd Financial Services: Independent Mortgage Advisers. Telephone: 01564 786611 email enquiries@johnshepherdfs.com
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 enquries@johnshepherdconveyancing.com Residential Letting and Management: If you are interested in letting out your property or considering renting a property from us, please contact our Lettings Department on (01564) 771776.
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. For professional survey and valuation advice therefore, please do not hesitate to contact our Survey Department on (01564) 777737.
John Shepherd for themselves and for the Vendors of the property whose Agents they are given notice that these particulars do not constitute any part of a contract or offer are produced in good faith and set out as a general guide only. The Vendor does not make or give,and neither John Shepherd or any person in his employment has an authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.
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Tax band E
444 sqm plot
