Highbury, Berkswell Road, Meriden CV7 7LB • • Guide Price £1,795,000 • Freehold •
T: 01564 783 866 E: [email protected] W: www.johnshepherd.com Meriden is located at the heart of England and comprises and steps lead down to a larder and through to a a small village enjoying a semi-rural atmosphere with separate utility. Below stairs, stone steps lead to a two local shops, hotels, restaurants and country pubs. chambered cellar. The family room is perfectly positioned Meriden is surrounded by open countryside, yet is well just off the kitchen, warmed with oak flooring and two sets placed for access to Solihull, Coventry and Birmingham of bi folding doors invite the garden in on warmer days. with fast routes to the National Exhibition Centre, motorway system, Birmingham International Airport and On the first floor, an open landing radiates to five Railway Station. bedrooms; the master bedroom suite has been created to provide a peaceful haven and boasts far reaching Occupying a truly delightful and secluded parkland setting countryside views from the full width bi-folding doors, stands this substantial 1920's property, offering versatile which lead to a large balcony. There is a fully equipped and spacious accommodation, which has been lovingly dressing area with surplus wardrobes just off the landing and thoughtfully extended and upgraded by the present and a luxuriously appointed ensuite has a walk in double owners. Even with the remodelling there are still plenty of width shower, 'his and hers' vanity units and a Villeroy & character features such as detailed coving and decorative Boch freestanding bath with stylish marble tiling and plaster mouldings which have been complemented by benefits from underfloor heating. There are four further modern conveniences such as integrated music speakers generous sized bedrooms with deep sash windows and in the dining room, drawing room and master bedroom. three well-appointed bathrooms. The family bathroom has twin vanity basins, a fitted Jacuzzi bath and an enclosed The property is set back from the road behind a mature corner shower. screened frontage and approached through a set of electronically controlled gates to a sweeping on/off Ancillary to the main house is the substantial guest driveway flanked by lawns and well-stocked borders to cottage adjoining an additional double garage and is set either side, opening out into a large turning circle with an away from the main house and is suited for a number of inset lawn and ornamental pond to provide generous purposes and even has the capacity of creating a useful parking and supplemented by a substantial garage. income if required and comprises a fitted kitchenette; two large double bedrooms with feature vaulted ceilings and Central stone steps lead up to a most fitting entrance with ensuite bathrooms. handsome stone pillars either side and a glass paned door opens into the hallway with a welcoming appeal. Externally, Highbury is complemented by elegant formal From here, double doors lead into the dual aspect dining gardens extending to 2 acres, which predominately lie to room with a central fireplace and a wealth of natural light the front of the property and sections of the garden have emanates from the bay window and bi-folding patio doors been divided by neatly clipped Yew hedgerow. leading out to the rear garden. A concealed drinks Immediately to the rear of the property is a flagstone cabinet with display alcoves and a fitted wine refrigerator terrace and steps lead up to a raised lawned area with creates a fantastic area to entertain and seamlessly flows ornamental shrub beds which have been planted to into the delightfully proportioned drawing room with a provide all year round colour. To the side a hard standing contemporary fireplace with further bi-folding doors to the area houses a good sized garden store and a stone rear terrace. Off the hallway, an inner corridor leads to a walled garden with a gravel pathway divides a beautifully downstairs cloakroom with an English Heritage suite and tended lower lawn, which is bounded by hedgerow to one a fitted cloakroom wardrobe, a useful storage room and a side and creates privacy from the detached guest spacious study. cottage.
The breakfast kitchen offers a high specification finish The middle section of the garden offers an extensive with limestone flooring and has an extensive range of lawned area with a pretty wild flower bed and a rockery hand-painted cream units beneath polished granite work leading down to a pond which is bounded by well stocked tops and includes a central island unit with NEFF borders and beds and complete an enjoyable setting for integrated appliances. A lovely bay window provides this desirable family home. ample space for a dining table with views of the garden
MAIN HOUSE - 5,572.1 sq.ft. (517.7 sq.m.)
GROUND FLOOR * Reception Hall with Cloakroom & Store * Dining Room 8.30m (27'3") x 5.57m (18'3") * Drawing Room 7.43m (24'5") x 11.62m (38'1") max. * Study 4.72m (15'6") x 4.10m (13'5") * Sitting Room 3.96m (13'0") x 4.77m (15'8") * Playroom 2.51m (8'3") x 3.57m (11'9") * Kitchen/Breakfast Room 5.66m (18'7") x 7.14m (23'5") with Pantry * Utility Room 2.71m (8'11") x 2.65m (8'8") * Garage 5.38m (17'8") x 5.21m (17'1")
BASEMENT * Cellars 3.78m (12'5") x 3.91m (12'10") and 3.78m (12'5") x 1.41m (4'8")
FIRST FLOOR * Landing * Master Bedroom 7.54m (24'9") x 5.23m (17'2") with Balcony, Dressing Room & en Suite * Bedroom Two 4.03m (13'3") x 5.62m (18'5") * Bedroom Three 3.98m (13'1") x 4.76m (15'7") with En Suite Bathroom * Bedroom Four 3.58m (11'9") x 3.24m (10'8") * Bedroom Five 2.42m (7'11") x 2.96m (9'9") * Two Further Bathrooms
ANNEX - 1,699.8 sq.ft. (157.9 sq.m.)
GROUND FLOOR * Living Room 6.09m (20'0") x 7.66m (25'2") with Kitchen Area * Garage 6.15m (20'2") x 4.28m (14'1")
FIRST FLOOR * Landing * Bedroom One 6.04m (19'10") x 7.66m (25'2") with En Suite * Bedroom Two 6.04m (19'10") x 4.27m (14'0") with En Suite
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 deemed to be included in the sale price. Others, if any, are excluded. However, we would always advise that this is confirmed by the purchaser at the point of offer.
Tenure: The property is Freehold with vacant possession upon completion of the purchase.
Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property. Drainage is to a private system.
Local Authority: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council.
Postal Address: The correct postal address of the property is understood to be Highbury, Berkswell Road, Meriden CV7 7LB.
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 traffic roundabout in the centre of Meriden take the Main Road B4104 in the direction of Coventry and drive past the Bulls Head Public House on your left, continue the road taking the right hand turn before the duck pond onto Berkswell Road. Follow the road for nearly half a mile and the property will be found on the left hand side approached through a set of remote controlled gates.
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