Barston | 2 Bedrooms | £325,000

A beautiful, renovated character cottage incorporating period features with modern comforts. Situated in a semi-rural location a short distance from Knowle or Hampton in Arden and 10 minutes from Birmingham International Airport, Railway Station and NEC.

At the front of the property is the living room offering a bay window overlooking the surrounding countryside and a wood burning stove which sits within the feature fireplace. The kitchen/ diner is to the rear of the property and overlooks the garden with double doors providing an abundance of natural light. It has a modern kitchen with built in dishwasher, fridge/ freezer and AEG hob and electric oven. There is also a stable door out to the garden from the kitchen. The utility space is separate and incorporates a guest cloakroom.

The first floor accommodation comprises of two good sized bedrooms both benefitting from countryside views and high ceilings. Bedroom one is to the front with exposed brickwork continuing its characterful charm. The second bedroom is to the rear of the property. The bathroom is light and airy with a shower over the bath, WC and wash hand basin.  

The rear garden is south facing and has a strong sense of peacefulness and tranquillity. It is mainly paved for ease of maintenance and currently enjoys a bistro dining set and an abundance of potted plants. There are 3 outbuildings with water and electricity to be utilised and to the front is a small paved area where the current owners park their car.

Location

Barston is a delightful and charming village, often known for The Malt Shovel Bar & Restaurant, and is conveniently situated near to Knowle and Dorridge villages.  Solihull town centre is no more than 4 miles away and the property is located a short drive from Junction 5 and 6 of the M42 providing main road links to both North and South of the country via the M42 / M6 and M40.

Birmingham International Airport and train station is just under 7 miles from the property while Hampton in Arden train station is approx. 4 mins away by car with links to Birmingham New Street and London Euston

Nearby Hampton in Arden is a most picturesque village maintaining traditional street scenes and a handful of everyday amenities whilst also offering the destination landmark Hampton Manor: Situated in 45 acres of gardens and woodland and home to not one but three dining experiences, the bakery for that everyday treat, Smoke for wood-fired dining and Grace & Savour. More casual dining experiences can be found at Soho Tavern and on the high street, The White Lion pub. The Hampton Health and Fitness Club is a bespoke gym on Old Station Road, complemented by the nearby tennis club. 

The location is superb for those wishing to enjoy a more semi-rural lifestyle with no compromise on facilities and lifestyle.

General Information

Tenure: Freehold

Services: Mains water, drainage and electric | Electric Central Heating | Currently fitted with BT Broadband | New double glazing and patio door fitted in 2015

Parking: There is an allocated off road parking space in the nearby courtyard as well as space for a small car on the roadside by the property 

Local Authority: Solihull Metropolitan Council | Council Tax Band D

EPC: Rating E

Postcode: B92 0HS

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