Seechem Lodge Icknield Street | Alvechurch | B48 7DS SEECHEM LODGE

Set back behind a private gated entrance and surrounded by outstanding views, Seechem Lodge has been beautifully renovated throughout and presents the perfect balance between period charm and luxurious modern family living. Having an acre of gardens and a South facing aspect really makes the most of this stunning location, and with three large double bedrooms, a large dressing room/forth bedroom, an open plan family kitchen / living space and two further lovely reception rooms, this property works for families on so many levels. Seechem Lodge Pages.indd 1 05/01/2021 15:57 This beautifully presented and sympathetically renovated property offers the following accommodation: A spacious reception hall with a guest wc and the first of two staircases in the property, from here you can access the generous study with delightful rural views. The breakfast kitchen is light, airy and contemporary in style, with ample space for the whole family to dine and entertain. This open plan design has allowed ample space for seating and dining and has created a real hub of this home. The upstairs space is well-proportioned and beautifully decorated and presented with three double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a large dressing room. To the far end of the family room downstairs is a spiral staircase that also leads directly up to the principle bedroom. This stunning bedroom has a fabulous fitted dressing room and a beautiful contemporary en-suite. There are two further delightful double bedrooms and a lovely family bathroom. If a fourth bedroom is required, the dressing room has direct access from the landing and is extremely spacious as a further double bedroom.

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Set in a glorious countryside location, just a couple of miles from the pretty village of Alvechurch, is Seechem Lodge, a beautiful home that has been much enhanced by the current owner. “There were a whole host of things that attracted me to the property when I happened upon it four years ago,” says the owner. “The space and this superb location, which has a countryside and at the same time villagey feel. I also fell in love with the grounds, which are just beautiful, and the wonderful old character of the house itself.”

“The house was definitely in need of a large amount of TLC when I bought it. Internally it was very old, and whilst I was keen to retain a lot of the original features, I also wanted to modernise the living area for family time and socialising. An awful lot of work has been done. Among other things, we knocked through the kitchen/ diner to create a large open-plan area, and the downstairs washroom was also removed to create more space in the kitchen – it’s now the real heart of the house. We installed underfloor heating throughout the downstairs, which is operated by a digital system that creates a better and more efficient way of heating the house, and we added bi-fold doors to the side of the property, which offer extensive views of the countryside and garden from the comfort of the kitchen/diner. In short, the whole house has been renovated from top to bottom to create a warm and spacious family home that I’d say now has an incredibly welcoming atmosphere.”

“The gardens and grounds are absolutely stunning and completely envelop the whole house. Most of our family time is spent at the rear of the property where there is approximately an acre of garden, a large patio for BBQs and socialising, and loads of room for children to play in. There are also many areas to potter around in, which I love because I’m really quite green-fingered, and we have a particularly magnificent tree that has to be around three hundred years old, which is a gorgeous feature. The grounds are outstanding and something that I’ll really miss when the house is sold.”

“The beautiful new kitchen is definitely one of my favourite rooms. It has all the latest technology so it’s a very functional space, but it’s also great for family time and socialising.”

“What I love most about the location is the fact that it has a lovely village feel, it’s very peaceful and picturesque, but at the same time the property is within close proximity of local amenities, the airport and the train station.”

“What makes the property so unique is that it effortlessly combines original features with a modern living approach. To top it all, it’s set in a beautiful location and has extensive private grounds that I’ve always considered to be a little slice of paradise.”

I will miss everything about Seecham Lodge,” says the owner. “I wish I could pick up the whole property and take it with me to my new location. I hope its new owners will love it every bit as much as I do.”*

* 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.

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The village of Alvechurch is situated about 4 miles north of Redditch in a hollow upon the main road to Birmingham. The village centre is a designated conservation area and host to a number of listed buildings originating from the 15th century. The parish church of St Laurence is listed grade II. The parish is host to good transport links of all types including (by road) the north/south A441 and the east/west M42, (by rail) the Redditch/Lichfield cross-city service, and (by canal) the Worcester Worcestershire canal. The river Arrow flows from its source in the nearby Lickey Hills through the parish and out towards Alcester. The village is comprehensively served with a wide range of numerous amenities and highly regarded schooling. These include village stores, Post Office, pubs, takeaway restaurants and a number of professional services. Residents can choose to be involved in a variety of community activities and sports within a lively atmospheric village personified by an active Parish Council and thriving football club.

Close by is also the village of Barnt Green that encapsulates an intoxicating mix of accessibility and lifestyle in a village that retains a timeless charm. Blessed with a full range of local amenities, including a bustling shopping area, destination pubs and sports and recreational facilities, doctor’s surgery, two churches, a dentist and St Andrews Primary School. Barnt Green also gives its name to both long-established cricket clubs and sailing clubs. This thriving settlement, established as a result of the coming of the railways during the reign of Queen Victoria, has evolved as a result of its wonderful setting in the hills of North Worcestershire and its proximity for easy commuting to the second city providing direct services to Birmingham New Street where direct trains connect to London Euston and a range of important commercial centres within central England.

In addition to the “Cross-City” railway line (Redditch to Lichfield, via Birmingham Grand Central), the village is strategically positioned for ready access to the “Greater” Birmingham motorway network that embraces the M42, M5, M6 and M6 Toll. Junction 2 of the M42 is 2 miles away. This enables fast onward travel to London and the South East and Birmingham International Airport, now an internationally recognised hub for travel to most major European cities as well as Asia and North America. Birmingham International Train Station offers commuting times of just over an hour to London Euston.

The regional centres of Bromsgrove, Redditch, Stratford-upon-Avon, Solihull and Central Birmingham are easily accessible, as is Junction 2 of the M42. The M5 is just a few miles to the west whilst it is only about 9 miles to the top of the M40, the principal route to London from the West Midlands. Birmingham International Airport, the NEC and Birmingham International Railway Station are located off Junction 6 of the M42, approximately 18 miles distant.

Seechem Lodge Pages.indd 16 05/01/2021 15:58 Seechem Lodge Pages.indd 17 05/01/2021 15:58 The property has the following services connected: Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage High Speed Broadband Electronic Gate Entry System Fully Alarmed

Council: Worcestershire Council

The property is Freehold

Seechem Lodge Pages.indd 18 05/01/2021 15:59 Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 06.01.2021

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