A most appealing detached period residence, dating back some 400 years and set in the most glorious parkland gardens, plus pastureland, extending in all to approximately 6.5 acres with wonderful countryside views. The character accommodation offers reception hall, guest cloakroom, drawing room, separate dining room, sitting room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, four bedrooms, dressing room, two bathrooms, detached garage block with triple car port, garage, workshop and games/recreation room above. Magnificent southerly aspect.

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

GARAGE BLOCK FLOORPLAN

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

The property is well placed for access to the surrounding centres of Alvehcurch 3, Barnt Green 3, Wythall 4, Redditch 7, Bromsgrove 8, Solihull 15, Birmignham 9, Worcester 24, London 117, M42 (Junction 2) 0.5 (all mileages are approximate). Railway stations are available at Barnt Green, Wythall and Alvechurch.
Birmingham International Airport offers regular national and international flights and together with the National Exhibition Centre and Birmingham International Railway Station can be accessed off junction 6 of the M42.

Groveley Hall enjoys a secluded yet convenient position boasting wonderful southerly views being supremely convenient for the entire West Midlands conurbation via the A and M road network. The nearby villages of Alvechurch, Barnt Green and Wythall all provide excellent local facilities including railway stations, individual shops and restaurants, public houses and primary schools. More extensive facilities for shopping, leisure and education can be found within the surrounding centres of Solihull, Birmingham and Bromsgrove. Exceptionally fast access throughout the West Midlands and London can be gained by the M42.

The present Groveley Hall itself dates back some 400 years and occupies the site on a previous residence dating back to around the last 13th Century with further origins regressing to the ancient manorial grounds. Previous owners of the homes include the College of Westbury as well as the Sadlier family and the Lyttletons. There are alleged links to Henry VIII.

Groveley Hall comprises a handsome period detached family home of significant presence dating back some 400 years with later sympathetic additions all set within grounds of exquisite beauty. The interiors offer rooms of significant character, atmosphere and appeal. Groveley Hall is particularly versatile and, with the main residence being complimented by a signficant garaging block it offers outstanding opportunities for the growing or extended family for running a business from home, and particularly for relaxing and entertaining.

ADDITIONAL FRONT PHOTO

The property is approached down a long entrance driveway which leads to a turning circle with inset lawn and the accommodation is arranged as follows:

ON THE GROUND FLOOR

Studded front door leading into:

ENTRANCE VESTIBULE

with quarry tiled floor, coat hooks and door to:

FITTED CLOAKROOM

having a low level w.c., wash hand basin, radiator.

RECEPTION HALL

with radiator, understairs recess with leaded light and stained glass window. Doors to:

SITTING ROOM

4.57m(15'0'') x 4.13m(13'7'')with real flame living coal effect gas fire with raised quarry tiled hearth, display mantel over, radiator, leaded light windows on two sides, three wall light points.

CHARACTER DRAWING ROOM

8.17m(26'10'') x 7.77m(25'6'')with exposed ceiling beams, brick inglenook fireplace with brick chimney breast, brick hearth and beam above with concealed lighting. Three radiators, six wall light points, leaded light windows with matching french doors leading on to the terrace with lovely views over the garden and fields beyond. Steps lead up to:

ADDITIONAL PHOTO

STUDY AREA

with open beam to the drawing room, radiator, three wall light points, beamed ceiling and leaded light windows on two sides with lovely parkland style gardens.

SEPARATE DINING ROOM

5.03m(16'6'') x 4.12m(13'6'')with radiator, leaded light window to the front, exposed ceiling beam, four wall light points and door into:

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM

8.45m(27'9'') x 2.95m(9'8'')having a tiled floor and range of oak units with roll top work surfaces including inset scratch resistent single drainer sink unit with centre drainer and cupboards below, further range of fitted base cupboard and drawer units, bottle green Aga with twin hobs and two ovens, ceramic tiled splashbacks, range of wall cupboards, leaded light window to the front with the breakfast area having a radiator and french doors overlooking the garden.

ADDITIONAL KITCHEN PHOTO

UTILITY ROOM

with roll top work surface, inset stainless steel sink, tiled splashbacks, fitted base cupboard, space and plumbing for washing machine and Keston wall mounted central heating boiler. Radiator, tiled floor, leaded light window to rear and door giving access to deep storage cupboard.

ON THE FIRST FLOOR

LANDING

with radiator, wall light point, walk in linen room off with slatted shelves and also housing the megaflow hot water cylinder.

BEDROOM ONE

6.54m(21'5'') x 4.66m(15'3'')with exposed wall timbers, radiator, leaded light window with far reaching views over the adjoining countryside. Door to:

DRESSING ROOM

4.42m(14'6'') x 2.69m(8'10'')with radiator, leaded light windows on two sides, double and single door fitted wardrobes.

BEDROOM SUITE TWO

4.82m(15'10'') x 3.37m(11'1'')with range of fitted wardrobes, radiator, three wall light points, pedestal wash hand basin, window to rear and door giving access to

MEZZANINE EN SUITE

having ceramic tiled floor, wall tiling to full height and white Heritage suite comprising panelled bath with chrome mixer tap and hand held shower fitment. Pedestal wash hand basin with shaver/light unit over, low level w.c., chrome heated towel rail and leaded light double glazed window. Useful box room leading off with tiled floor and door giving access to the secondary staircase down to the kitchen/breakfast room.

BEDROOM THREE

4.13m(13'7'') x 3.95m(13'0'')having three sets of double door wardrobes with smaller storage cupboards above, radiator, leaded light windows on two sides.

BEDROOM FOUR

3.33m(10'11'') x 2.58m(8'6'')having double door fitted wardrobe with storage cupboard above, radiator, leaded light dormer window to the front.

FAMILY BATHROOM

having a white suite comprising panelled bath with chrome mixer tap and telephone shower attachment. Low level w.c., bidet, twin pedestal wash hand basins, corner tiled shower cubicle with fitted chrome shower unit, wide fitted dressing mirror, ceramic wall tiling to half height, radiator, two wall light points, leaded light window.

SEPARATE W.C.

with white low level suite.

WALK IN STORAGE ROOM

with fitted shelves and electric light.

OUTSIDE

DETACHED BRICK AND TILE OPEN FRONTED CAR PORT/BARN AND GARAGE comprising:

TRIPLE BAY CAR PORT

7.81m(25'7'') x 6.04m(19'10'')with internal strip lighting and power supply.

ADJACENT WORKSHOP

5.63m(18'6'') x 2.35m(7'9'')with strip light, power supply and fitted shelves.

GARAGE

5.40m(17'9'') x 5.34m(17'6'')with double timber doors to the front, strip lighting and power supply. Stairs leading up to

SNUG

5.29m(17'4'') x 2.85m(9'4'')providing bar area with velux double glazed roof light and leading into:

GAMES ROOM

10.36m(34'0'') x 3.47m(11'5'')with electric wall mounted heater and three velux double glazed roof lights.

GARDENS & GROUNDS

Groveley Hall is set in superb parkland gardens which contain extensive lawned areas, fine selection of specimen trees and shrubs, variety of evergreens, ornamental pool with shaped Yew hedge back drop and feature walling with rustic arbour and sitting area. In addition there is a floodlit TENNIS COURT, examples of topiary, woodland walks and bluebell glades. The beautiful farmland back drop and distant views are a pure delight.
The total area of the grounds is approaching 6.5 acres.

ADDITIONAL GARDEN PHOTO

REAR ELEVATION

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

Services: Mains gas central heating, septic tank private drainage, mains electricity and water are connected to the property.
Agents Note: A public footpath skirts the southernly boundary for a short distance. Groveley Hall is not listed.
Local Authority: Bromsgrove District Council. 01527 873 232.
Postal Address: The correct postal address of the property is understood to be Groveley Hall, Redditch Road, Hopwood B31 4UH.
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 junction 2 of the M42 motorway proceed north on the A441 towards Birmingham, proceed through Hopwood noting Groveley Farm on your left hand side and a little further along will be the entrance driveway to Groveley Hall.

To complete our quality service, John Shepherd is pleased to offer the following:-
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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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