To Buy £395,000 - House - Semi-Detached
*** SUPERB 18TH CENTURY COTTAGE ON PRIVATE CORNER PLOT WITH DETACHED ANNEXE *** Substantial plot home to a two bedroom cottage with loft room, driveway parking for several vehicles, one bedroom detached annexe and potential to extend. No upward chain.
Blythe Cottage
Foster Lewis and Co are delighted to offer for sale this substantial rural plot comprising of a two bedroom 18th Century Cottage, a one bedroom detached Annexe, private drive shared with one neighbouring home and a large outdoor space with ample off road parking and room for possible extension.
The Cottage
The main residence is a semi detached property built in 1737. Entered from the nearside front, the accommodation comprising of an entrance hallway with built in storage cupboard space for washing machine and tumble dryer alongside a WC.
From the central internal hallway there is a large country style fitted kitchen dining room ideal for gathering and entertaining with stoneware floor, built in pantry and Aga , there is access to the cellar via a lifting hatch.
To the rear aspect there is a cosy living room with multi fuel burner at the heart of the room, side aspect glazing, and access to the conservatory at the rear leading out onto the patio.
The first floor is accessed via a centrally located stairwell leading up to a landing area with large main bedroom to rear having dual aspect views over the gardens, original fireplace and Victorian radiator. To the front aspect is a good size bedroom with glazing to the front and Victorian radiator.
The bathroom is fully tiled with a free standing bath, Victorian radiator, a separate integrated shower cubicle and traditional porcelain sink and toilet.
From the landing there is a drop down ladder for loft access. The room is carpeted and well appointed with original beams running throughout. There is built in storage and combination boiler housed behind discreet frontage.
The property has gas central heating, and has been tastefully re decorated throughout.
Annexe
This makes an excellent addition to the main residence and has been utilised as a rental property creating a steady income to the value of approximately £9000 per annum. It can also be an ideal base for a family member offering independent living space.
The property comprises of a living room, fitted kitchen, fitted bathroom and stairwell to large double bedroom. This is also double glazed and gas central heated throughout.
Exterior
There are currently a minimum of three car spaces opposite the main residence off the private shared drive.
There is a patio area with side path and enclosed lawn with mature hedge line and trees within offering privacy and a real rural feel.
The expanse of garden offers an opportunity for a potential extension.
Located off what is now in theory a cul-de-sac, the lane off Pickford Green is still able to access Meriden or Eastern Green. It is within a short drive of the A45, walking distance of rural walks, main bus routes to Birmingham and is well located for various train stations and main City access.
Money laundering Act – intended purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
Council Tax – please refer to www.voa.gov.uk to verify this information.
Tenure – the vendor has confirmed verbally to us that the property is Freehold but you should check this with your legal advisor before exchanging contracts.
Description – measurements are approximate and some may be maximum on irregular walls. Some images may have been taken with a wide angle lens and occasionally a zoom lens. The plan shows the approximate layout of the rooms to show the inter relationship of one room to another.
Consent – we have not had sight of any relevant building regulations, guarantees or planning consents and all relevant documentation pertaining to this property should be checked by your legal advisor before exchanging contracts.
Agents Opinion – these details imply the opinion of the selling agent at the time of these details were prepared and are subjective. It may be that the purchasers opinion may differ.
Every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, photographs, measurements, floor plans and distances referred to are given as a guide only and should not be relied upon for the purchase of carpets or any other fixtures and fittings, therefore potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense. In accordance with the Property Mis descriptions Act (1991) the following particulars have been prepared in good faith and they are not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested. Lease details, service charges and ground rent (where applicable) are given as a guide only and should be checked and confirmed by your Solicitor prior to exchange of contracts. Foster Lewis and Co has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: B