House For Sale £495,000
Summary
Originally dating back to 1801 as part of the Earl of Plymouth's estate, this former gamekeeper's cottage offers outstanding versatile accommodate boasting two reception rooms, country style kitchen with range cooker, three double bedrooms, stunning contemporary bathroom, garage, an abundance of character features and a south facing rear garden. The property is situated opposite the Lickey Hills Country Park and around a 10 minute walk from the renowned Grade II listed 'Barnt Green Inn, 'Outstanding' Ofsted first school and train station.
Description
The ground floor accommodation comprises: Entrance hall with under stairs storage cupboard and stained glass front door, country style kitchen with range cooker, dual aspect dining room with feature gas inset fire and a split level lounge with log burner, bespoke floating shelves, cupboard and log storage built into chimney alcove. Off the lower lounge is a guest cloakroom and rear stairs to an office area with feature circular window and double bedroom off. The main staircase leads to a master bedroom with built in wardrobes and lower level eaves storage/dressing area, further double bedroom with built in wardrobes and a stunning contemporary bathroom.
The property has been re-painted throughout and new carpets fitted to all bedrooms, front and rear stairs and landing.
Outside
Externally, the property benefits from an attractive south facing rear garden with patio, steps descending to a lawn with planted borders, mature oak tree, decking with LED lighting and BBQ area, outdoor sockets, shed, fenced boundaries and gated side access. Parking includes a garage with electric up and over door and block paved driveway to the front suitable for three vehicles.
Location
Located between both Barnt Green and Cofton Hackett, the property benefits from the delights of both areas. Barnt Green is a thriving village just 0.6 miles away with local shopping facilities, two renowned public houses, doctor's surgery, two churches, several dentists, local school with 'Outstanding' Ofsted status and train station direct to Birmingham. There are many sporting facilities including a renowned sports club (one of the leading racquet clubs in the country), cricket club, Blackwell Golf Club and Barnt Green sailing. Many fine walks are accessible within both the 524 Acre Lickey Woods (located opposite) and 135 Acre Cofton Park once visited by Pope Benedict XVI. There is easy access to M5/M42 motorway links, Birmingham Airport and Birmingham City Centre is approximately 12 miles away.
Room Dimensions
Kitchen: 9' 1" x 8' 11" (2.79m x 2.74m)
Dining Room: 11' 9" x 11' 10" (3.60m x 3.62m)
Lounge: 11' 10" x 12' 0" (3.62m x 3.66m)
Lower Lounge: 7' 4" x 13' 3" (2.24m x 4.06m)
WC: 4' 1" x 5' 4" (1.25m x 1.65m)
Garage: 16' 3" x 9' 6" (4.96m x 2.90m)
Stairs To First Floor
Master Bedroom: 12' 0" x 11' 10" (max) (3.67m x 3.63m)
Bedroom Two: 11' 10" x 10' 7" (max) (3.63m x 3.23m)
Bathroom: 9' 3" (max) x 8' 9" (2.83m x 2.68m)
Bedroom Three: 9' 5" x 8' 11" (2.89m x 2.74m)
Office Area: 6' 1" x 8' 11" (1.87m x 2.74m)
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