* An exciting opportunity to acquire a four bedroom detached cottage with a range of outbuildings * Offering enormous potential for improvement and also with the benefit Outline Planning Permission for demolition of the existing dwelling and erection of a new five bedroom detached house of circa 2,532sq.ft., set in an established plot extending to 1.5 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

Lapworth is a most delightful unspoilt village in which to reside, enjoying a rural environment, yet being only a few minutes drive from the larger villages of Knowle and Dorridge, whilst Solihull town centre is some five miles distant. Lapworth village contains local shops, excellent local inns, rail commuter service from Lapworth Station, village hall, St Mary the Virgin Parish Church, plus a junior and infant school in Station Lane. Surrounding Lapworth is lovely greenbelt countryside with many rural, canalside walks and bridle paths. There are two National Trust properties close to Lapworth, the historic houses of Baddesley Clinton and Packwood House. Stratford-upon Avon is some 14 miles away and Warwick approximately 9 miles. Furthermore, the N.E.C., Birmingham Airport and Railway Station the M.42 and M.40 motorway links are all within very easy reach.

Chestnut Cottage comprises a four bedroom detached character cottage dating back to the mid 19th century, set in glorious established gardens extending to some 1.5 acres with countryside views. The present cottage offers enormous scope for modernisation and improvement and there is also the benefit of outline planning permission for demolition of the existing dwelling and the erection of a new five bedroom detached house of some 2,532 sq.ft.
Outline planning permission was granted by Warwick District Council, dated 9th October 2009 under reference W09/0842 and a copy of the planning permission and proposed plans can be inspected at the Agents' offices during normal working hours.

The present accommodation comprises as follows:

ON THE GROUND FLOOR

DINING HALL

5.52m(18'1'') x 3.64m(11'11'')with two radiators, quarry tiled fireplace with space for stove, fitted display shelves and storage cupboards to either side of the chimney breast. Window to front.

LOUNGE

6.90m(22'8'') x 3.64m(11'11'')having marble fireplace with cast iron surround and fitted log effect gas fire. Wall mounted convector heater, secondary glazed windows to the front, window to the rear with fitted recessed display shelves.

INNER HALLWAY

with radiator, door to outside and doors to:

CLOAKROOM

having low level w.c., stainless steel single drainer sink with base cupboard below and tiled splashback. Chrome heated towel rail and side window.

BUILT IN CLOAKS CUPBOARD

with hanging rail.

BUILT IN BOILER ROOM

housing the Euro Star oil fired central heating boiler.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM

5.73m(18'10'') x 3.58m(11'9'')having a range of oak units with roll top work surfaces including inset stainless steel single drainer sink unit, fitted base cupboard and drawer units. Space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Shelved pantry cupboard, radiator, coved ceiling cornices, windows on two sides and french doors leading into:

LEAN TO CONSERVATORY

5.27m(17'3'') x 3.05m(10'0'')with ceramic tiled floor and windows and sliding door to the garden.

ON THE FIRST FLOOR

LANDING

with two hatches to roof space, built in airing cupboard with insulated hot water cylinder and slatted shelves. Additional walk in linen store and doors to:

BEDROOM ONE

5.04m(16'6'') x 3.64m(11'11'')with radiator, display recesses with fitted shelves, windows to the front with superb open views, upvc double glazed rear window, double and single door built in wardrobes. Door to:

EN SUITE BATHROOM

having a panelled bath with Dolphin shower unit over, vanity unit with inset wash hand basin, bidet. Two wall light points, radiator, upvc double glazed window.

BEDROOM TWO

3.97m(13'0'') max. x 3.64m(11'11'')with radiator, double door wardrobe, wash hand basin with splashback, upvc double glazed window to the front.

BEDROOM THREE

3.04m(10'0'') x 3.57m(11'9'')with built in double door wardrobe, radiator, window to front with attractive open aspect.

BEDROOM FOUR

2.69m(8'10'') x 2.69m(8'10'')with radiator and window to rear.

BATHROOM

2.62m(8'7'') x 1.79m(5'10'')having a pink suite comprising panelled bath and pedestal wash hand basin, heated chromium towel rail, rear window, shaver/light unit.

SEPARATE W.C.

having a pink low level suite.

OUTSIDE

VIEWS TO REAR

GARAGE/STORAGE BUILDING

7.46m(24'6'') max. x 6.56m(21'6'')Detached timber clad garage/storage building providing workshop, stores and garaging with staircase to:

FIRST FLOOR STORAGE AREA

IMPLEMENT STORE

of brick and tile construction with deep white glazed sink and adjoining workshop and store.

OLD BRICK & TILE STABLE

To the side of the property is a built on car port and covered side area.

PROPOSED FRONT ELEVATION

ELEVATIONS & PLANS

PROPOSED FLOOR PLAN

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.
Tenure: The property is Freehold with vacant possession upon completion of the purchase.

Services: Mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Central heating is by way of an oil fired system.
Drainage: A septic tank is located in the gardens.
Local Authority: Warwick District Council.
Postal Address: The correct postal address of the property is understood to be Chestnut Cottage, Lapworth Street, Lapworth, Solihull B94 5QS.
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 southwards along the A3400 Stratford Road and turn immediately left into the Old Warwick Road (B4439) signposted Lapworth and Warwick. Continue down the Old Warwick Road and take the third turning on the right into Lapworth street, signposted Lowsonford. Proceed down Lapworth Street and Chestnut Cottage will be found on the right hand side.

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