Westfield Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
10
- BATHROOMS
5
- SIZE
8,446 sq ft
785 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- 10 bedrooms
- 5 reception rooms
- 5 bathrooms
- 1.07 acres
- The extensive, peaceful rear gardens provide direct access to the Harborne Walkway
- This handsome, Arts & Crafts Victorian family home was built in 1881
- This magnificent house is one of the finest on the renowned Calthorpe Estate, Edgbaston
- There is a large cellar which could be used for extra storage space
- Detached
- Double Garage
Description
The morning room sits at the front of the house with two large sash windows providing much natural light.
The large study enjoys a walk-in bay window and there are fitted bookshelves and a feature fireplace with a tiled hearth.
The delightful sitting room enjoys many period features. The ornate coving draws the eye up to the high ceiling. The art deco wrought iron and glass double doors add interest and provide a natural flow through to the elegant drawing room.
The large drawing room with ornate coving and natural stone fire surround create lovely focal points. Built-in cupboards and shelving to either side of the chimney breast add further interest.
The stunning main kitchen/dining/family room is wonderfully proportioned. This large room is the true heart of the house. With a dual aspect and an overhead glass atrium roof with electronically operated windows, this open-plan space is wonderfully light and offers a relaxing, colonial feel.
Fitted with a full range of hand-painted floor and wall-mounted units, the complimenting granite work surfaces and splashbacks create an elegant yet light feel. There is a superb range of integrated appliances and the matching granite-topped central island provides good storage and has an extra, useful preparation sink.
French doors to the rear, provide views and access directly into the stunning gardens whilst a further set of French doors to the side provide access to the tranquil courtyard with its Japanese-style garden. Also, a feature fireplace with an in-set, wood-burning stove makes the whole area very cosy during the cooler winter months.
There is a fitted office area, built-in stylish, matching cabinetry and complete with a pull-out desk and ample storage. Adjacent to this, there is an intercom phone/control for the front gate.
A door provides access to another WC and the gym from which there is another door to the rear garden and one more, opening to the courtyard garden. The kitchen, entrance lobby and gym have the benefit of underfloor heating.
There is a well-equipped second kitchen/utility room, located at the front of the house.
The principal bedroom suite is a wonderfully comfortable and relaxing space with a triple sash bay window and a superb range of newly-fitted, bespoke bedroom furniture providing excellent wardrobe and storage space. French doors with a Juliet balcony flood the room with natural light and provide a stunning view of the rear gardens. The large en suite bathroom boasts a feature, a circular raised bath to the centre of the room and a separate large shower enclosure.
The studio has independent access from the second entrance hallway, the garage and the kitchen courtyard. This large and comfortable space has the benefit of a well-fitted en suite shower room. There is a free-standing cupboard housing a mini kitchenette complete with appliances. This space can be used as a large sitting room/bedroom/study and would be perfect for multi-generation living.
The extensive, peaceful rear gardens have many mature, large trees and shrubs, planted borders and beautiful flowers all providing interest throughout the year. Of particular note are the wonderful rhododendron bushes and azaleas.
**For a full and thorough property description please refer to the brochure**
Harborne Nature Reserve 0.5 miles, Botanical Gardens 1.1 miles, Harborne Village 1.4 miles, Edgbaston Priory Tennis & Golf Clubs 1.5 miles, Edgbaston Cricket Club 1.5 miles, Queen Elizabeth Hospital A&E 1.6 miles, Birmingham New Street Station 2.8 miles (HST to London Euston from 1hr 19mins), Birmingham City Centre 3.8 miles, Birmingham International Airport 11.7 miles
This magnificent house is one of the finest on the renowned Calthorpe Estate, Edgbaston which is characterised by tree-lined roads and a mixture of historic and contemporary architecture.
The area benefits from outstanding leisure facilities and many attractive open spaces including the peaceful Harborne Walkway and many parks.
Harborne Village High Street is close by and offers a wide range of shops including M&S Food Hall, Waitrose and Sainsbury'sLocal and a range of boutiques, restaurants, pubs and coffee shops.
There are several excellent state and independent schools, both primary and secondary, including Edgbaston High School for Girls, King Edwards Schools for Boys and Girls, The Blue Coat School and many nurseries.
The Queen Elizabeth Medical Complex, several private hospitals and the University of Birmingham are close by as are many general medical practices and dentists.
Brochures
More DetailsBrochure 32 Westfiel- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: H
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Westfield Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- University Station1.3 miles
- Five Ways Station1.5 miles
- Selly Oak Station1.9 miles
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