6 bed Older Detached House

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£1,595,000

6 bed Older Detached House

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BR/BA:

6 BR, 3 BA

Location:

Dorridge, W Mids

Description:

First class Victorian home in prime locality
*Superb family accommodation *Original architectural features *Conservatory entrance hallway and reception hall with Minton tiled floor *3 reception rooms *Contemporary style kitchen/breakfast room *Cellar *6 bedrooms *2 bathrooms *Garaging for 3 cars *Gym *Workshop *Established gardens with south westerly aspect

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

Dorridge has always been considered one of the more sought after villages in which to reside being situated on the edge of open countryside and is only a few minutes drive from Solihull with its unrivalled amenities. Dorridge contains an excellent selection of local shops, highly thought of Junior and Infant School, a most useful Station with commuter services not only to Birmingham, but also to London (Marylebone) and bus services to Knowle and Solihull. In addition, Dorridge's natural park is close by and the local village of Knowle is only 1 miles distant. (Mileage approximate).The N.E.C., Birmingham International Airport and Railway Station are an approximate 15 minute drive. The M42 provides fast links to the M1, M5, M6 and M40 (Birmingham to London) motorway.

Granville Road is located just off Dorridge Road in this established and highly regarded area, being within walking distance of Dorridge Station and local village amenities.
Kerrisdale comprises a late Victorian detached residence offering superbly proportioned accommodation, which has been the subject of considerable improvement and refurbishment by the present owners. This outstanding family house combines the inherent architectural features of the era with contemporary living.
Built circa 1895, Kerrisdale retains the superb original tiled floor to the glazed conservatory, reception hall and cloakroom. The property benefits from high ceilings with deep ceiling cornices, subtle recessed ceiling lighting, high skirting boards, panelled doors, sash windows, superb fireplaces and briefly offers -

GROUND FLOOR
*Conservatory entrance hallway *Reception hall *Guest cloakroom *Cellar *Utility room *Butlers pantry/cloakroom *Drawing room *Dining room *Sitting room *Kitchen/breakfast room
FIRST FLOOR
*Principal bedroom with en suite bathroom *Five further bedrooms *Family bathroom
OUTSIDE
*Garaging for three cars, plus gym and workshop
*Established gardens to the side and rear

Set back behind an in and out driveway with ornamental foregarden, a wrought iron gate gives pedestrian access, via a gravel path, to the main entrance porch where the first class accommodation with gas fired central heating offers -

APPROACH

ON THE GROUND FLOOR

CONSERVATORY ENTRANCE PORCH
having original Minton tiled floor, matwell, windows and glazed double doors to the front, and wide stained glass and panelled door with matching side screens leading into:
RECEPTION HALL
with matching original flooring, radiator, high ceiling with deep moulded ceiling cornices, stairs leading off to the first floor, understairs storage cupboard with matching floor and automatic light. Additional cloaks/storage cupboard with coat hooks, fitted shelves, matching floor and automatic light.
EXCELLENT BUTLERS PANTRY
with matching floor, full height range of fitted storage cupboards and glass fronted china cabinets, fitted coat hooks and door to:
CLOAKROOM
with pedestal wash hand basin, high level w.c., original flooring, radiator and sash window.
DRAWING ROOM 6.67m(21'11'') x 4.90m(16'1'')
with magnificent art nouveau marble fireplace with fitted coal effect real flame gas fire, three radiators, deep ceiling cornices, recessed ceiling lighting and sash windows on two sides overlooking the established gardens.
EXCELLENT DINING ROOM 4.52m(14'10'') x 4.66m(15'3'')
with handsome marble cast iron and polished steel art nouveau fireplace with inset coal effect gas fire, two radiators, deep moulded ceiling cornices, recessed ceiling lighting, recessed wide arch to one end and sash windows on two sides.
FAMILY/SITTING ROOM 4.10m(13'5'') x 5.90m(19'4'')
having a recessed fireplace with stripped pine surround, fitted cast iron coal effect gas fire and tiled hearth. Sash bay window overlooking the gardens, three radiators, high level display/plate rack and deep ceiling cornices.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 3.72m(12'2'') x 6.35m(20'10'') max.
having a range of contemporary unit with burnished chrome handles and polished granite work tops which include inset 1 bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap, integrated Fisher and Paykel double drawer dishwasher, Maytag American refrigerator, Rangemaster cooker with five burners, hot plate, two ovens and grill set into tiled recess with spice cupboards to either side. Full height double door pantry cupboard and double door storage unit with pull out computer desk. Range of fitted wall cupboards with down lighting and central island unit with built in spice racks, storage cupboards and pan drawers. Superb oak flooring, radiator, contemporary radiator and recessed ceiling halogen lighting. The double glazed french doors with side screens and folding side shutters open on to the gardens.
UTILITY ROOM 2.44m(8'0'') x 4.56m(15'0'')
having deep white Belfast glazed sink, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Ideal Concord gas fired central heating boiler, excellent range of shelved storage cupboards. High ceiling with the original meat hooks and sash window to one side.
REAR LOBBY
with oak floor and matwell, door to garage and door giving access to:
USEFUL CELLAR 3.66m(12'0'') x 3.33m(10'11'')
with blue brick floor and electric light.

A wide shallow rising staircase leads from the reception hall to:
ON THE FIRST FLOOR

GALLERY LANDING
with radiator, high central roof lantern, recessed ceiling lighting, stained glass and leaded light window to the side, built in airing cupboard with insulated hot water cylinder and fitted shelving. Panelled doors to:
PRINCIPAL BEDROOM 4.32m(14'2'') x 4.90m(16'1'')
with attractive cast iron fireplace with coal effect real flame living gas fire, sash windows on two sides overlooking the garden, two radiators, deep ceiling cornices, t.v. aerial point and door to:
EN SUITE BATHROOM 3.63m(11'11'') x 2.41m(7'11'')
having a white contemporary suite comprising free standing bath with chrome central tap and hand held shower fitment, shaped walk in shower unit with glass screen, chrome shower unit and fitted shower seat. Twin wash hand basins with mono bloc taps, low level w.c., chrome ladder radiator, radiator, ceramic tiled floor, picture rail, moulded ceiling cornices, recessed ceiling halogen lighting, fitted triple door mirror fronted cupboard with overhead lighting and additional cosmetic cupboard with internal fitment and stainless steel roller shutter door.
BEDROOM TWO 6.26m(20'6'') x 4.29m(14'1'')
having Victorian cast iron fireplace with white painted surround and mantel, fitted coal effect real flame living gas fire. Fitted double door wardrobe, two radiators, picture rail, deep moulded ceiling cornices and sash windows on two sides.
BEDROOM THREE 4.34m(14'3'') x 5.90m(19'4'')
having a wood laminate floor, picture rail, moulded ceiling cornices, recessed ceiling lighting, double door fitted wardrobe, radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR 4.29m(14'1'') x 4.54m(14'11'')
having oak laminate flooring, radiator, fitted wardrobe, picture rail, deep moulded ceiling cornices, recessed ceiling halogen lighting and sash windows to the side.
BEDROOM FIVE 3.72m(12'2'') x 3.15m(10'4'')
with wood laminate flooring, recess with fitted shelves, radiator, picture rail, recessed ceiling halogen lighting and sash window.
FAMILY BATHROOM 2.58m(8'6'') x 3.04m(10'0'')
having a white suite comprising free standing bath with chrome mixer tap and hand held shower fitment, pedestal wash hand basin with mono bloc tap, low level w.c., tiled corner shower cubicle with chrome shower unit, ceramic floor and wall tiling, twin sash windows, recessed ceiling halogen lighting, radiator and chrome ladder radiator.
BEDROOM SIX 3.59m(11'9'') x 3.40m(11'2'')
with wood laminate flooring, sash window to the front, fitted wardrobe, recessed ceiling lighting and radiator.
OUTSIDE

GARAGE & RECREATION AREA
comprising:
DOUBLE GARAGE 6.64m(21'9'') x 11.88m(39'0'') max.
with up and over door to the front, personal side door, fitted strip lighting and opening into:
FURTHER GARAGE/STORAGE AREA
to the rear with door to the garden and off which leads:
GYM OR STUDY 3.56m(11'8'') x 3.19m(10'6'')
with wood laminate flooring, sash window to the front, diffused lighting, radiator.
GARDEN STORE ROOM 2.74m(9'0'') x 1.84m(6'0'')
with fitted shelves.
ADJACENT WORKSHOP 2.74m(9'0'') x 2.97m(9'9'')
with fitted work bench, electric lighting and power supply.
ESTABLISHED GARDENS
The gardens lie on two sides of the property and are well established containing good sized crazy paved sun terrace with retaining walls and flower borders with rectangular raised lily pond bounded on the eastern side by attractive brick garden wall. There is an extensive shaped lawn with a variety of inset shrub borders, dry stone walling with raised flower bed and box hedging. Further lawns and all surrounded by mature evergreens and shrubs.
GENERAL INFORMATION

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.
Money Laundering: We have in place procedures and controls which are designed to forestall and prevent Money Laundering. If we suspect that a supplier, customer/client, or employee is committing a Money Laundering offence as defined by the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, we will in accordance with our legal responsibilities disclose the suspicion to the Serious Organised Crime Agency.
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: All mains services are connected to the property.
Local Authority: Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council.
Postal Address: The correct postal address of the property is understood to be Kerrisdale, 7 Granville Road, Dorridge, Solihull B93 8BY.
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 Dorridge Village proceed up Station Approach to the traffic island passing Dorridge Station on the right hand side. Continue straight across into Dorridge Road and turn second right into Granville Road where the property will be found a short way up on the left hand side.

To complete our quality service, John Shepherd is pleased to offer the following:-
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Professional Survey Department: If this property should not meet your requirements and you decide to purchase a property not marketed by ourselves, we would be delighted to offer our professional services to you should you require an independent survey on the property you intend to purchase. We offer a full range of professional surveys including the RICS Home Buyers' Survey and Valuation Reports, and full Building Surveys. For professional survey and valuation advice therefore, please do not hesitate to contact our Survey Department on 01564 786626.
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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.

Property Type:

Single-Family Houses

Amenities:

Dishwasher, Fireplace, Gym, Parking, Patio/Deck, Refrigerator, Storage

For sale by:

Agent/Broker

Phone:

01564 783866

Posted:

October 31 2011 on Facebook

Contact:

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