Hillview 20 Road | Radford Semele | | CV31 1TA HILLVIEW

An impressive five-bedroom detached family home with a triple garage nestled comfortably in approximately 0.65 acres of mature private grounds, dating back in part to circa 1914. This great family home is approached off the main Southam Road in Radford Semele into The property offers extremely versatile accommodation with five bedrooms, three a sweeping ‘in/out’ driveway with parking for several cars. The outstanding 0.65 acres bathrooms, three reception rooms, a kitchen, office, and a new additional triple garage of private grounds to the fore and rear are surrounded by mature trees, hedges, well- extension with full electrics and heating which includes a workshop and utility area. stocked borders, and beautifully manicured lawns. The property benefits from gas central heating, double glazing, full alarm system, and security cameras throughout. There is great potential to upgrade and extend this property or develop the land. A previous planning application was granted for an adjacent single dwelling (W/15/1761). Also, a previous pre-app planning application was submitted to replace the main dwelling with four or five houses and approved subject to full planning permission.

KEY FEATURES

Ground Floor An enclosed porch leads into a large reception entrance hall featuring the original wood panelling, picture rail, and windows overlooking the front driveway and giving access to all three reception rooms, kitchen, and staircase to the first floor.

There is a bright and spacious kitchen/breakfast room incorporating a substantial ‘eat at’ breakfast bar and a large window overlooking the mature gardens. It features a double stone sink, ceramic electric hob, an integrated fridge, dishwasher, and water softener. Easy access to the adjoining ‘snug’ reception room and pantry along with a doorway into the very spacious dining room overlooking the rear gardens which leads further through to the living room.

The living room has been tastefully and sympathetically decorated enhancing the original period features such as the detailed wooden surround set within an imposing Inglenook style recess with a gas fire that could be easily converted back to a working fireplace. Unusual and charming layout with double aspect via two bay windows with one set of French doors leading out to the mature gardens and beyond.

There is also a well-proportioned tiled downstairs bathroom with a four-piece suite and small cellar/store.

SELLER INSIGHT

We were coming back from living overseas and this was the closest place we could find comparable to living in Africa and Australia. It is spacious and light, and we knew that it was perfect for us,” recall the current owners.

“We’ve lived here for 37 years and have made a number of changes along the way, including the addition of the en suite to our bedroom and a shower room downstairs which was most useful for our family of 5. We also added a triple garage which is where my husband can often be found. The two workshops have full power and lighting with one used as a metalwork and car maintenance workshop, whilst the other is perfect for woodworking.”

“Leamington is a lovely town for shopping as there are plenty of independent shops providing an interesting alternative to high street stores. We’re close to the Cotswolds, Stowe and Broadway, along with quite a few National Trust properties, so there are plenty of options for days out. It’s a lovely area to live and it’s so easy to travel to places like Stratford which is a huge favourite with our overseas visitors.”

“I enjoy gardening as it’s physical and relaxing for the mind which is wonderful at this particular time. It’s a large garden, mainly laid to lawn and is filled with interesting plants inspired by our time overseas, including an Australian Gum Tree. It’s been a joy to watch the various herbs purchased from the nearby National Herb Centre thriving in the vegetable patch. We’re surrounded by hedges on three sides, so it’s always quiet and peaceful. The garden is filled with birds and wildlife, including green woodpeckers, the occasional pheasant, muntjac deer and even a roe deer. The squirrels love the walnut tree!”

“It’s a wonderful house for entertaining. We’ve enjoyed small, informal parties where we can easily accommodate up to 12 guests in the dining room, as well as a large celebration along with 50 guests. There’s plenty of parking at the front of the property and space at the rear for entertaining, along with the lounge and dining room where our guests could easily mingle.”

“This is certainly a house for hobbyists! My husband spends his time in the workshops, and I enjoy my sewing room. The lounge is another favourite too as is a beautiful room to sit and relax whilst enjoying the views over the garden. The beautiful old fireplace is a lovely feature,” conclude the current owners.*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

KEY FEATURES

First Floor Bright and spacious landing with a wealth of period features to include a painted balustrade and wooden handrail, moulded architrave, and over-door pediments with original wood panelled doors and an internal archway leading through to the five bedrooms an office, and the family bathroom.

The main bedroom overlooks the extensive rear gardens, with a custom-fitted mirrored sliding wardrobe along the sidewall for maximum storage and an adjoining three-piece en-suite bathroom.

There are three further good-sized double bedrooms with period charm two overlooking the rear gardens with in-built wardrobes and cupboards and one with an internal fitted vanity unit and basin and one overlooking the front of the property.

There is also a smaller bedroom with views of the rear gardens and office to the front of the property.

Recently re-modelled family bathroom in a contemporary style briefly comprises tiled walls with charcoal tiled floor, separate bath and curved shower enclosure with electric shower unit and chrome fittings, moulded composite pedestal basin, low flush WC, and a chrome towel rail.

KEY FEATURES

Outside is a detached triple garage, a separate garden shed and workshop, a private sweeping ‘in/out’ driveway with ample parking and fantastic 0.65 acres of private extensive gardens surrounded by mature trees and hedges.

A particular feature of the property is the installation of Solar panels which have been installed on the rear elevation of the roof and are completely owned and therefore free of ‘green deal’ finance - allowing for £1700 of electric tax-free income per annum – electric currently at £1200 running costs per annum, therefore, creating a useful profit.

LOCAL AREA

Radford Semele is approximately 1.2miles (20 min walk, 3 min drive) from Royal Leamington Spa (recently voted the UK’s happiest place to live) a fashionable and elegant town located in the heart of , known for its stunning regency architecture, superb restaurants and bars, boutique shops and magnificent parks and gardens. Easy access to the A46 and motorway network M40, M42 and M69 and the local train station (1.9 miles with a 37 min walk, 5 min drive) with excellent commuting to Birmingham and London, with Leamington to London approximately 70 minutes. Close proximity to neighbouring towns such as and Stratford upon Avon, nearby Birmingham International airport and acclaimed universities Warwick, Coventry and Birmingham.

INFORMATION

Services Mains, gas, water and electric

Local Authority Council Band G

Tenure Freehold

Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01926 455950.

Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/uk/ Leamington-Spa

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday - 9.00 am - 5.30 pm Saturday - 9.00 am - 4.30 pm Sunday - By appointment only

Directions From the office head down Bath Street heading towards the traffic lights under the bridge, turn left onto the Radford Road, keep going straight onto the Southam Road. Once you go over the canal and pass Ricardo, it’s the second right onto the Southam Road which is a private track, the property will be on your left.

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