A beautifully situated detached period country cottage offering superbly restored character accommodation of immense appeal and charm, approached down a long private driveway and occupying an idyllic setting in gardens extending to 1.14 acres with country views on all sides. Briefly - reception hall, guest cloakroom, lounge with inglenook, separate dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, study/bedroom 4, utility, three double bedrooms, en suite bathroom and expensively equipped separate shower room. Double Garage and workshop, outstanding gardens.

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

Berkswell is a delightful country village close to Hampton in Arden, Meriden and Balsall Common. The village includes a primary school, post office and stores, church and local pub. The cities of Coventry (6 miles) and Birmingham (15 miles) are within daily commuting distance, and Solihull, Kenilworth, Stratford-upon-Avon. Leamington Spa and Warwick are also within easy reach. The National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham International Airport and Railway Station ( 17 miles) and the Midlands motorway network are all easily accessible.

Meadow House occupies a truly outstanding location, approached down a long private driveway and set in most delightful gardens which extend to some 1.14 acres with open country views on all sides. The property is believed to date from the mid 1600's and is a Grade II listed building which has been carefully restored and enhanced and now affords a charming character home of exceptional appeal and charm with many fine character features which include superb inglenook fireplaces, oak floors and staircase and exposed oak beams.

The beautifully appointed and tastefully presented accommodation benefits from oil fired central heating and offers a reception hall, guest cloakroom, dual aspect lounge with inglenook, separate dining room, fitted kitchen/breakfast room, good sized study, utility, three double bedrooms, en suite bathroom and expensively equipped shower room. There is a detached double garage with adjoining workshop/implement store and the property is surrounded by delightfully landscaped gardens which include natural pond and extend to approximately 1.14 acres.
Here then is a most delightful and charming period country home in an idyllic and private tranquil setting, yet within easy reach of Berkswell and Balsall Common village centres.

The property is approached via a long private gravel driveway from Benton Green Lane flagged by lawn, trees and springtime bulbs. The driveway opens out into a sizeable parking area with garage block to the right and pathway leading to:

ON THE GROUND FLOOR

Raised paved forecourt and front door leading into:

RECEPTION HALL

2.72m(8'11'') x 2.71m(8'11'')having quarry tiled floor, recess with brick arch above and concealed lighting. Radiator, secondary glazed window to both front and rear, hatch to roof space and beamed opening into:

INNER HALL

with quarry tiled floor, exposed ceiling beams, panelled glazed window to rear with delightful views, radiator and door to:

CLOAKROOM/SHOWER ROOM

having a white suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splashback, low level w.c., tiled shower cubicle with Grohe fitted shower unit and glass block shower screen. Radiator/towel rail, quarry tiled floor, beamed ceiling, secondary glazed window with lovely views over the gardens and countryside to the front.

SUPERB LOUNGE

5.05m(16'7'') x 6.12m(20'1'')having a wide inglenook fireplace with raised stone hearth and fitted Jotul wood burning stove, beam above and concealed lighting. Built in storage cupboard to one side of the fireplace, fine exposed wall and ceiling beams, three radiators, two wall light points, t.v. aerial point, secondary glazed window to the front with lovely open gardens and country views. Window to rear with garden views with open aspect beyond.

DINING ROOM

3.80m(12'6'') x 4.89m(16'1'')having wide oak flooring, two radiators, wall light point, exposed wall beams, windows on two sides with delightful views and double french doors to the garden terrace.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM

4.23m(13'11'') x 3.71m(12'2'')having a range of pine units with oak and granite work tops and including inset Belfast sink with chrome mixer tap and cupboards below. Further range of base cupboard and drawer units, integrated dishwasher and cream Rayburn cooker providing cooking facilities and central heating. Full height double door pantry/storage cupboard, freezer and refrigerator recess and adjoining built in broom/storage cupboard. Also walk in pantry/china store. Attractive sandstone and brick fireplace with raised stone hearth, quarry tiled floor, radiator, beamed ceiling and recessed ceiling halogen lighting.

STUDY

5.37m(17'7'') x 2.62m(8'7'')having an oak floor, high cathedral ceiling with exposed roof trusses, windows on two sides, contemporary vertical radiator, additional radiator, two fitted roof lights and oak steps leading up to:

UTILITY ROOM

3.09m(10'2'') x 3.02m(9'11'') max.with roll top work surfaces, inset stainless steel single drainer sink unit, fitted pine base cupboards, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Ceramic tiled floor, two double door shelved storage cupboards, radiator, electric under floor heating, secondary glazed window overlooking the garden and door to outside.

An oak staircase leads from the dining room to the first floor accommodation which is arranged as follows:

ON THE FIRST FLOOR

SPLIT LEVEL LANDING

with exposed beams, two wall light points, double and single radiators, double door airing cupboard with insulated hot water cylinder and walk in wardrobe closet leading off with hanging rails and electric light.

BEDROOM ONE

3.74m(12'3'') max. x 4.00m(13'1'')A delightful room with secondary glazed windows on two elevations providing garden and country views. Original fireplace with painted cast iron fire grate and oak beam above. Range of pine fronted fitted wardrobes, radiator, exposed beams, t.v. aerial point and telephone point.

BEDROOM TWO

3.22m(10'7'') x 2.93m(9'7'')with exposed oak wall beams, radiator, telephone point, windows on two sides and door to:

EN SUITE BATHROOM

having a white suite comprising shaped panelled bath with Aqualisa fitted chrome shower unit and glass shower screen. Low level w.c., pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splashback, double radiator, secondary glazed window to the front and exposed beams.

BEDROOM THREE

3.80m(12'6'') x 4.94m(16'2'')with radiator, exposed beams, TV aerial and window to rear with open country aspect.

REFURBISHED SHOWER ROOM

having Fired Earth sanitary ware and tiles and comprising two circular stone wash hand basins set on tiled and oak cosmetic stand with chrome mixer taps above, towel/cosmetic shelves below and adjacent cosmetic cupboard with shelved storage cupboard and open glass shelf fitment above. Wide dressing mirror with two overhead lights. Recessed tiled good sized shower cubicle with Aqualisa shower with remote start, low level w.c., tiled floor with underfloor heating, chrome towel rail, range of two double and one single door shelved oak storage cupboards, radiator, secondary glazed window to rear and hanging/storage recess.

OUTSIDE

DETACHED GARAGE

of timber and tile construction offering:

DOUBLE GARAGE

7.04m(23'1'') x 5.83m(19'2'') max.having two double timber doors to the front, internal strip lighting and power supply.

ADJACENT WORKSHOP

4.71m(15'5'') x 2.54m(8'4'')having fitted base unit with roll top work surface, inset stainless steel sink, range of storage cupboards and drawers below. Strip light, windows on two sides, double doors to the garden and roof storage space above.

To the rear of the garage is a lean to

INTEGRATED LOG STORE

GARDENS & GROUNDS

Meadow House is set in the most delightful gardens and grounds which encircle the property and provide a most peaceful haven surrounded by pasture land. To the rear, the gardens are laid principally to lawn with a flagstone sun terrace, gravel border and inset lavender and flower beds. In addition there is a natural wildlife pool and weeping willow tree. The gardens continue round to the side of the property with gravelled ornamental flower beds planted with varying grasses.

To the front of the property are well stocked herbaceous and flower borders, ornamental shrubs, springtime bulbs and gravelled pathway and in addition there is a kitchen garden area and good sized timber garden shed with paved surround.

The total area of gardens and grounds extends to 1.14 acres.

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.
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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, water and drainage are connected to the property. We understand that central heating is by way of an oil fired system.
Local Authority: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council.
Postal Address: The correct postal address of the property is understood to be Meadow House, Benton Green Lane, Berkswell CV7 7AX.
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 roundabout in the centre of Balsall Common, take the exit into Station Road in the direction of Berkswell. Proceed along Station Lane and at the roundabout take the second exit onto Truggist Lane. Proceed down through Berkswell village, passing under the railway bridge. Continue along Truggist Lane and at the T junction turn right into Spencers Lane. Proceed along the lane and at the next roundabout turn left into Tanners Lane and then take the next turning on the left into Benton Green Lane. Proceed along Benton Green Lane and the entrance driveway to Meadow House will be found on the left hand side.

To complete our quality service, John Shepherd is pleased to offer the following:-
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John Shepherd, for themselves and for the vendors of the property whose agents they are, give notice that these particulars do not constitute any part of a contract or offer, and are produced in good faith and set out as a general guide only. The vendor does not make or give, and neither John Shepherd and 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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