Welcome to 12 Monastery Drive, Solihull, a cozy and compact detached type home with 3 bed in the B91 1DN area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band G.
This classic property was built 1950-1966 and has a reported internal area of 127.1 internal square metres
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £422,500 and a rental potential of £2,746 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Apr 27, 2011. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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"*Spacious, versatile detached bungalow residence *3 double bedrooms *3 excellent reception rooms *2 bathrooms *Fitted kitchen with utility *Spacious conservatory *Truly superb south facing landscaped and extensive rear garden *Double garage *Block paved in/out driveway *Tudor Grange catchment
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 Solihull offers an excellent range of amenities which includes first class shopping centre, Tudor Grange Swimming Pool/Leisure Centre, Park and Athletics track. There is schooling to suit all age groups including Public and Private schools for both boys and girls, plus a range of services including commuter train services from Solihull Station to Birmingham
(8 miles). In addition, the N.E.C., Birmingham International Airport and Railway Station are all within an approximate 10/15 minute drive and the M42 provides fast links to the M1, M5, M6 and M40 motorways (mileages approximate). Enjoying a wonderful location, discretely positioned off St. Bernard's Road and lying with a stroll to Dovehouse Parade shops and within 2 miles to Solihull town centre. This outstanding bungalow stands proudly back on Monastery Drive behind a deep shaped block paved driveway and provides versatile living accommodation presented to a very high standard throughout. An outstanding feature is the magnificent south facing rear garden set in two parts with a deep lawned area and feature landscaped Japanese style rear section.
Attention is drawn to the following features and accommodation.
* Gas central heating
* Double glazing
* Popular discreet residential location
* Ideal wheelchair access with wide doorways
* Ramps to main entrance and to rear garden
* Shaped block paved in and out front driveway
* Welcoming reception hallway
* Lounge overlooking the south facing rear garden
* Separate dining room
* Family room/study
* Spacious double glazed conservatory
* Re-fitted kitchen with utility off
* Spacious master bedroom with large en-suite bathroom
* Second double bedroom
* Ground floor bathroom
* First floor double bedroom 3 with wash hand basin
* Side passageway
* Double garage with electronic up and over doors
* Superb south facing established rear garden
* Internal viewing essential The property is set well back from Monastery Drive behind a most attractively shaped and wide block paved in and out driveway with raised centre island and walled borders. Having a range of coloured conifers providing excellent screening. The delightful accommodation comprises WELCOMING RECEPTION HALL A most attractive entrance to the property through a UPVC entrance door having large double glazed side window with deep coving to the ceiling, wood flooring, double radiator and staircase leading off to the first floor. CLOAKS CUPBOARD With fitted hanging rail and shelf. AIRING CUPBOARD Fitted with the lagged hot water tank, having excellent shelving above and to the side. LIVING ROOM 5.26m(17'3'') x 4.35m(14'3'') Positioned at the rear of the bungalow and providing stunning views over the super rear garden through a double glazed bay window, patterned stone fireplace and hearth incorporating a coal affect living flame gas fire together with double radiator, deep coving to the ceiling and spotlighting. A door leads through to the study/family room and further double opening glass panelled doors lead into DINING ROOM 3.91m(12'10'') x 3.18m(10'5'') Having double glazed double opening French doors overlooking and leading directly out to the rear garden, double radiator, deep coving to the ceiling with spotlighting and door leading into the fitted kitchen. STUDY/FAMILY ROOM 4.51m(14'10'') x 3.20m(10'6'') An excellent, spacious third reception room which has coving and spotlighting to the ceiling, double radiator, double glazed side window, wood flooring and double glazed French door leading to CONSERVATORY 4.42m(14'6'') x 3.52m(11'7'') A spacious conservatory with full height double glazed windows overlooking the rear garden, having ceramic tiled floor and double radiator. RE-FITTED KITCHEN 3.30m(10'10'') x 2.99m(9'10'') Having a range of modern wood fronted base and wall mounted units along with roll top worksurfaces, incorporating a single drainer 1? bowl Franke sink with mixer tap. A four ring Bosch gas hob with extractor fan above, Bosch double oven, space for slimline dishwasher and further space for fridge freezer. Complementary tiling above worktops, spotlighting to the ceiling, double glazed window overlooking the rear garden and archway leading to UTILITY Having a fitted worktop with space and plumbing beneath for automatic washing machine and dryer, wall cabinets, wall mounted Potterton Netaheat central heating boiler, double radiator and door out to the side passageway. MASTER BEDROOM 4.97m(16'4'') x 4.91m(16'1'') A particularly good sized versatile master bedroom with front double glazed bay window, patterned coving to the ceiling with ceiling rose and double and two single full height fitted wardrobes providing excellent hanging and shelving space. Wide archway leading to EN-SUITE BATHROOM 2.77m(9'1'') x 3.09m(10'2'') A spacious re-fitted en-suite bathroom having a white suite with chrome fittings affording a Jacuzzi panelled bath with chrome mixer tap having hand held shower head, wash hand basin with base storage cupboards and low flush wc. Complementary tiling to half height, patterned coving and spotlighting to the ceiling, double radiator and double glazed side window. BEDROOM 2 3.58m(11'9'') x 2.43m(8'0'') A second double bedroom with double glazed side window and radiator. GROUND FLOOR BATHROOM Fitted with a bath set into a tiled surround, pedestal wash hand basin, low flush wc and corner tiled shower cubicle housing the Aqualisa shower with tinted shower screen. Tiling throughout, patterned coving to the ceiling, twin double glazed front windows and double radiator. LANDING A door leads to BEDROOM 3 3.43m(11'3'') max x 4.80m(15'9'') max (measurements taken into the eaves)
A good sized 'L' shaped double bedroom with double glazed window to the rear, double radiator, wood flooring, spotlighting to the ceiling and access into the eaves providing excellent storage space and door leading to EN-SUITE WASH AREA Having a fitted sink within tiled and mirrored surround and built in storage cupboard. DOUBLE GARAGE 4.90m(16'1'') x 4.40m(14'5'') Having remote controlled up and over door, power and lighting supplied, access to useful roof storage space and personal door to the side. SOUTH FACING REAR GARDEN A truly outstanding feature of the property is the good sized, beautifully landscaped and thoughtfully laid out rear garden in two parts. Immediately at the rear there is an extensive paved patio providing an ideal sun trap, leading on to a shaped lawn flanked on both sides by pathways and mature hedged borders providing extreme privacy, interspersed with fish pond and rockery. Trellised seating area, mature trees and leading through to JAPANESE STYLE GARDEN A splendid, thoughtfully planned rear section of garden, once again extremely well screened and having raised winding timber decked area leading through to a further sheltered trellised seating area with side fish pond and rockery and additional lawned area to the side providing splendid screened children's play area or perhaps a vegetable patch. 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 Serious Organised Crime Agency.
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. Carpets and curtains are by separate negotiation.
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 12 Monastery Drive, Solihull, West Midlands, B91 1DN.
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 Solihull town centre, proceed out of Solihull along Streetsbrook Road for approximately a mile. Turn right into St. Bernard's Road at the traffic island and right after a short distance into Monastery Drive where the bungalow can be found on the right 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.
Residential Lettings and Management: If you are interested in letting out your property or are considering renting a property, please contact John Shepherd Lettings Limited on 01564 771776 or email enquiries@johnshepherdlettings.com
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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 786626.
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