A well situated individual detached period residence, offering extremely versatile accommodation with the benefit of a self contained wing ideal for relative/home office use and set in glorious and well tended grounds which extend to 1.25 acres. Briefly - Gas central heating, enclosed Porch, reception Hall, guest cloakroom, well proportioned lounge, separate dining room, kitchen and breakfast room, garden room, family room, utility. Four bedrooms, family bathroom, two attic rooms and two box rooms. Self contained wing offering entrance hall, lounge, cloakroom, separate shower, office, double bedroom and kitchen. Double Garage. Outstanding established gardens - 1.25 acres.

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

Tanworth in Arden is a delightful and sought after village well situated for quick access to Henley in Arden (4 miles), Redditch (6 miles), Stratford upon Avon (9 miles), Solihull (8 miles) and Hockley Heath (four miles). The village contains a good range of amenities including local inn and picturesque parish church. In addition, Tanworth in Arden boasts a junior and infant school as well as the renowned Ladbrook Park Golf Club and is approxiately 5 minutes from Wood End Railway Station and local GP Surgery and is also well placed for access on to the M40 and M42 motorways which, in turn, provide links to the M1, M6 and M5 thus enabling fast travel to the larger centres of commerce including Birmingham, Coventry and London. The N.E.C., Birmingham International Airport and Railway Station are all within an approximately twenty minute drive.

The Firs occupies an excellent location at Wood End set in glorious and well established gardens which extend to 1.25 acres. The property was built in the early 1900's and offers delightful character accommodation with the benefit of an excellent self contained wing, which has, in the past been utilised as consulting rooms but would be eminently suitable as a home office or for relative use offering an entrance lobby, lounge, office, bedroom, shower room, cloakroom and kitchen.

The main house offers delightful character accommodation with a spacious reception hall, guest cloakroom, well proportioned lounge, separate dining room, kitchen and breakfast room, garden room, family room, utility, four bedrooms and family bathroom. On the second floor are two useful attic rooms/occasional bedrooms, plus two excellent box rooms. In addition there is a large detached double garage. The Firs offers extremely versatile and extensive accommodation which is fully complemented by the magnificent and well tended gardens with a tree lined rear aspect with open land beyond.

The property enjoys a wide frontage to Broad Lane and is set back behind an in and out driveway, with mature foregarden, having a variety of established trees and ornamental shrubs.
The accommodation is arranged as follows:

ON THE GROUND FLOOR

ENCLOSED ENTRANCE PORCH

having quarry tiled floor, matwell, panelled glazed outer door, fitted bench seating, ornate decorative window to the front and panelled front door leading into:

SPACIOUS RECEPTION HALL

4.24m(13'11'') x 3.57m(11'9'')having a parquet floor, stone fireplace with hardwood mantel, double radiator, three wall light points, picture rail/display rack and feature beamed ceiling.

CLOAKROOM

having recess with fitted coat hooks and shelf. Low level w.c., vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and cosmetic cupboards below, radiator, port hole window to rear and art deco glazed door.

WELL PROPORTIONED LOUNGE

4.25m(13'11'') x 5.73m(18'10'')having a marble fireplace with fitted carved stained pine surround and mantel and coal effect real flame living gas fire. Two wall light points, moulded ceiling cornices, two radiators, panelled glazed window to the front and wide sealed unit panelled glazed windows with central french doors opening on to the outstanding rear garden.

SEPARATE DINING ROOM

5.47m(17'11'') x 3.68m(12'1'')having brick open fireplace with under draught grate, high level plate/display rack, feature beamed ceiling, two double radiators and panelled glazed window with lovely views over the rear garden.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM

6.69m(21'11'') x 3.92m(12'10'')having a range of oak panelled units with laminate work tops with oak trim and including inset Leisure single drainer sink unit with centre drainer and mixer tap. Range of fitted base cupboard and drawer units which include integrated Bosch dishwasher, integrated refrigerator, Bosch stainless steel four ring gas hob with pull out extractor above and Bosch double oven set into housing unit with storage cupboards above and below. Further base cupboard and drawer units with ceramic tiled splashbacks, range of wall units above with down lighting. Radiator, sealed unit panelled glazed window to the front. A peninsular unit divides the kitchen from the

BREAKFAST AREA

having corner display shelving with built in wine rack and further base cupboards. Double radiator, sealed unit panelled glazed window to the front, coved ceiling cornices.

SUPERB WALK IN PANTRY

with fitted shelves and electric light.

GARDEN ROOM

4.02m(13'2'') x 3.55m(11'8'')with quarry tiled floor, coved ceiling cornices, sealed unit panelled glazed windows and double french doors opening on to the terrace and garden. Built in cupboard housing the Ideal Mexico gas fired central heating boiler.

FAMILY ROOM

5.08m(16'8'') into recess x 3.34m(11'0'')with radiator, sealed unit panelled glazed window to the front.

UTILITY

4.00m(13'1'') x 2.57m(8'5'')with ceramic tiled floor, roll top work surfaces, fitted base units, inset stainless steel sink, space for washing machine, ceramic tiled splashbacks, sealed unit panelled glazed window to the rear, double radiator.

SUITE OF ROOMS

To the right hand side of the property is an excellent suite of rooms, ideal as a self contained flat or consulting suite etc., and comprising as follows:

Front door into:

ENTRANCE LOBBY

with matwell and door to:

LOUNGE

3.32m(10'11'') x 4.32m(14'2'')with double radiator, sealed unit panelled glazed window to the front, recessed ceiling halogen lighting.

INNER HALLWAY

with radiator, two domed roof lights, connecting door to the main house, built in full height store room with fitted shelves, further built in store with low level sink and fitted shelves and doors off to:

SHOWER ROOM

having a wide fully tiled shower cubicle with Mira shower unit, wood laminate floor, radiator and domed roof light.

SEPARATE W.C./CLOAKS

having a low level suite and built in wash hand basin, radiator, laminate floor and domed roof light.

OFFICE

3.82m(12'6'') x 2.83m(9'3'')having fitted desk/storage unit on three sides comprising base cupboards, fitted drawers and desk. Double radiator, sealed unit double glazed window overlooking the garden.

BEDROOM

4.18m(13'9'') x 2.89m(9'6'')with double radiator, fitted range of storage cupboards and drawers to one side. Sealed unit double glazed window with views over the garden.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM

4.49m(14'9'') x 3.05m(10'0'')having range of base units with roll top work surfaces including stainless steel single drainer sink with double cupboards below and drawers to either side. Further range of base units, range of wall cupboards, radiator, sealed unit double glazed side window. Door to:

SIDE LOBBY/FREEZER ROOM

with door to outside. Hatch to roof storage space and door to:

BOILER ROOM

housing the Ideal Mexico gas fired central heating boiler and Santon hot water cylinder. Useful fitted storage shelves.

ON THE FIRST FLOOR

LANDING

Approached via a two way staircase from the reception hall with window to rear, recessed display niche, picture rail, ceiling cornices and panelled doors leading off to:

BEDROOM ONE

4.19m(13'9'') x 3.72m(12'2'')A delightful through room with oriel window providing extensive views over the fields to the front, panelled glazed window to rear again enjoying superb garden and tree lined views. Radiator, pine ceiling cornices.

BEDROOM TWO

3.57m(11'9'') x 3.62m(11'11'')plus range of fitted wardrobes to one side with central dressing table recess with mirror and strip light over and wardrobes to either side with top cupboards above. Dado rail, moulded ceiling cornices, radiator, panelled glazed window to the front.

BEDROOM THREE

3.94m(12'11'') x 3.53m(11'7'')with range of fitted bedroom furniture to one side comprising double door wardrobe, bed recess, three drawer chest of drawers, display shelves, high level storage cupboards, double door wardrobe and double doors to vanity unit with inset wash hand basin, tiled splashback, strip light and cosmetic cupboards below. Further dressing table fitment with knee hole, storage cupboards and drawers. Radiator, panelled glazed window to the front with delightful views.

BEDROOM FOUR

3.71m(12'2'') x 3.41m(11'2'')having vanity unit with inset wash hand basin, tiled splashback, cosmetic cupboards below, fitted mirror and strip light above. Radiator, moulded ceiling cornices, panelled glazed windows with superb garden views.

FAMILY BATHROOM

having a coloured suite comprising panelled bath set into tiled surround with overhead Aqualisa shower, long vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and cosmetic cupboards below with tiled splashbacks. Low level w.c., bidet with ceramic tiling to rear. Radiator, coved ceiling cornices, built in airing cupboard with slatted shelves and two side windows.

ON THE SECOND FLOOR

LANDING

approached via a two way staircase from the first floor landing is an excellent suite of attic rooms offering additional bedroom or storage space comprising:

ATTIC ROOM ONE

5.50m(18'1'') x 3.63m(11'11'') max.having sloping ceiling, arched panelled glazed window with panoramic views to the rear. Connecting door to:

ATTIC ROOM TWO

5.49m(18'0'') x 3.71m(12'2'')with arched panelled glazed window to the front and connecting door to:

USEFUL BOX/STORAGE ROOM ONE

4.97m(16'4'') x 1.85m(6'1'')(to purlin height). With window to the gable end, two roof lights.

BOX ROOM/STORAGE ROOM TWO

4.07m(13'4'') x 1.99m(6'6'')(to purlin height). With roof light and strip light.

OUTSIDE

GARAGE

7.80m(25'7'') x 5.00m(16'5'')having sliding concertina door to the front, internal strip lighting and ample power points. Window and door to rear. Fitted work benches.

CEDAR FRAMED GREENHOUSE

with water and electricity supply.

OUTSTANDING GARDENS

The superb gardens are a delightful feature of this family home and to the rear of the property is a paved terrace with arbour and climbing Wisteria, inset rectangular pool and Gazebo with fitted seating and brick floor with pitched tiled roof. Beyond the terrace and expansive shaped lawns with flower borders and central pathway with dry stone walling, inset beds and flower borders. The pathway leads down to the rear section of the garden where there are further lawns, mature shrubbery with steps leading down to a sunken pool and vegetable plot with soft fruit bushes.

The central pathway continues to the rear of the garden with neat clipped boxed hedging on either side, flanked by further lawns with rectangular vegetable beds to one side and orchard to the other plus an abundance of flowering spring time bulbs.

The total area of the gardens extends to 1.25 acres.

LOCATION PLAN

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GENERAL INFORMATION

HIP: HIP through the John Shepherd Hockley Heath office.
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, curtains and light fittings may be available 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. There are two central heating boilers, one serving the self contained wing and one the main residence. N.B. There are separate meters for electricity. We understand that there is a comprehensive security system throughout.
Local Authority: Stratford upon Avon District Council.
Postal Address: The correct postal address of the property is understood to be The Firs, Broad Lane, Wood End, Tanworth in Arden, Solihull, West Midlands B94 5DP.
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 agents office in Hockley Heath, proceed south along the A3400 Stratford Road and proceed over the canal bridge and turn immediately right into Spring Lane, signposted Tanworth in Arden 4 miles. Continue along Spring Lane in the direction of Tanworth in Arden for 3 miles to Wood End and The Firs is the second property to be found on the right hand side just past the junction with The Common.

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