Alderbrook Road, Solihull, B91 1NN

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An Imposing Edwardian Home of Grand Proportions and Exceptional Character

Dating back to 1906 and held within the same family for 57 years, this magnificent residence stands as one of the last remaining properties of such grandeur on Alderbrook Road. Positioned on an exceptionally wide plot and set behind tall hedging for complete privacy, this grand residence offers a rare blend of charm, space, elegance, and significant further potential.

Exterior & Approach

Approached via a large sweeping gravel driveway, this magnificent property sits well back from the road behind an expansive landscaped fore garden adorned with beautiful mature maples, acers, magnolias, and camellias. Tall hedging to either side ensures total seclusion. The driveway can accommodate 10 vehicles with ease, and a wide pathway leads around to the main entrance and quarry-tiled storm porch.

Ground Floor

Reception Hall
Upon entering, you immediately get a sense of the grandeur of this generous family home. The welcoming reception hall, with its high ceilings, ornate plasterwork, and deep skirting, sets the tone for the rest of this character-filled home.

Sitting Room
To the front of the home, the formal sitting room is bathed in natural light from a stunning tall bay window that frames views of the private front gardens. The room’s focal point is a beautiful Victorian pine fireplace, complete with a cast-iron coal-effect gas fire and vintage tiled detailing. Overflowing with period charm, this elegant space is further enhanced by ornate plasterwork, arch detailing, and vintage cast-iron radiators. In recent years, a discreet walk-in shower and hand basin were added to one side of the room for convenience—both can be easily removed to restore the space to its original splendour.

Formal Dining Room
Opposite the sitting room lies the elegant dining room—an inviting space perfectly suited for hosting family gatherings or more formal dinner parties. A generous bay window floods the room with natural light while offering charming views across the manicured fore garden. Rich in period character, the room exudes timeless appeal with its original features and graceful proportions. A convenient connecting door provides seamless access to the kitchen, enhancing the flow for both everyday living and entertaining.

Family Living Room
Positioned at the rear of the home, the expansive family room is a truly impressive space designed for both comfort and connection. Striking arched windows to the side and rear bathe the room in natural light, while large sliding doors create a seamless transition onto the enclosed terrace patio—ideal for alfresco dining or summer gatherings. A vintage-style fireplace adds a warm, nostalgic touch, complemented by soaring ceilings and captivating views over the landscaped gardens. It’s a wonderfully atmospheric space where the whole family can unwind, entertain, and enjoy precious time together.

Guest WC
A well-appointed downstairs WC includes a fitted vanity hand basin, low-level WC and wood-panelled walls. It also offers useful cloakroom storage.

Cellar
Tucked discreetly behind the staircase, a set of original blue brick steps leads down from the hall to a surprisingly spacious cellar, brimming with potential. Boasting excellent head height and divided into two sections, this versatile space could easily accommodate a bespoke wine cellar to the smaller space alongside a "man cave" retreat—perfect for use as a games room, private gym, or even a stylish home cinema. With its characterful charm and practical proportions, this hidden gem adds an exciting layer of opportunity to the property.

Kitchen, Laundry, Boot Room & Rear Access

Breakfast Kitchen
Upgraded in recent years, the bright and contemporary breakfast kitchen is the true heart of the home—generously proportioned and thoughtfully designed to bring family and friends together. Stylish cream-toned Shaker-style cabinetry provides an abundance of both base and wall-mounted storage, beautifully complemented by sleek, solid granite worktops and upstands. A superb range of integrated and freestanding appliances includes a premium Miele double oven and grill, freestanding dishwasher, and a large American-style fridge freezer—making this kitchen both functional and sophisticated. A freestanding butcher’s block-style island enhances the space, offering additional preparation surfaces, storage, and a natural gathering point. Framed by a large picture window, the kitchen sink features a 1.5 bowl layout and mixer taps, and boasts serene views across the beautifully landscaped rear garden. The open-plan layout extends into a generous family seating area, perfect for casual dining and relaxed breakfasts, with a second expansive picture window and French doors seamlessly connecting the indoors with the terraces and gardens beyond.

Boot Room & Laundry
A generous boot room (known by the family as the "bike room") offers side access and substantial storage. Adjacent is the utility room, equipped with countertop space, a laundry sink, and a skylight. There is also an excellent pantry accessed from the kitchen and further storage areas leading to the side door to the rear garden.

Garage
The double garage includes a mechanic’s pit, electric Henderson up-and-over door, and rear garden access. Above the garage is a large, dry room with window, offering great potential as an office or studio.

Upstairs

First Floor
The first floor is home to a generous landing and five double bedrooms, the first of which is a spacious principal bedroom featuring a magnificent bay window that frames delightful views of the beautifully landscaped front gardens. This grand double room also offers built-in storage and two recessed arches creating useful bookshelves. The generous en suite bathroom is fitted with a charming claw-foot bathtub adorned with a gold telephone-style mixer tap, a separate shower cubicle, a Berkeley pedestal hand basin, and a discreetly sectioned low-level WC, set behind a tiled dwarf wall. Triple-aspect windows flood the space with natural light.

In addition to the principal suite, there are four further generously proportioned double bedrooms, each offering its own unique charm and delightful outlooks—ideal for family members or guests alike.

The family bathroom is finished with smart limestone tiling and features a full-sized bath, a Berkeley pedestal hand basin, and a low-level WC. A large inset mirror and twin built-in storage cupboards complete the space.

For added convenience, a separate WC with hand basin is also located on this floor—perfectly suited for the demands of a busy household.

Second Floor
Occupying the top level of this already expansive family residence, the second floor presents outstanding potential for further development. With ample space to comfortably accommodate two generously sized bedrooms and a stylish bathroom, it offers exciting possibilities for personalisation. Currently featuring a large, carpeted room bathed in natural light from a Velux window, the floor also includes multiple adjoining areas, convenient loft access, and an unused bathroom and WC. There is also an abundance of storage, enhancing the practicality and future flexibility of this inviting upper level.

Magnificent Gardens and Outdoor Living
Set on an exceptionally wide plot, this generous family home is graced by an equally impressive, south-facing rear garden—bathed in sunlight and beautifully landscaped for year-round enjoyment. The mature garden showcases a stunning array of trees and flowering shrubs, including vibrant acers, golden laburnum, fragrant roses, and cascading honeysuckle, all surrounding a large lawn and expansive terraces that span the full width of the property.

Both sides of the home offer front-to-back access, each with its own charm. To one side, a picturesque pathway meanders beneath mature wisteria, leading from the front garden through a gated archway into a delightful courtyard framed by lush planting, and continuing into the main garden beyond. On the opposite side, a wide access point with double gates, situated next to the garage, connects the front driveway to a spacious red brick courtyard at the rear.

With multiple outdoor spaces ideal for entertaining or dining al fresco, the garden can be seamlessly accessed from the family living room, the breakfast kitchen, and a side entrance. Enclosed by tall hedging and mature borders, this private and tranquil oasis offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of daily life.


Services, Utilities & Property Information:

Utilities – Mains Electric, Water, and Gas
Property Type – Detached
Construction Type – Standard
Council Tax – Solihull
Parking – Garage and Driveway parking
Tenure: Freehold | EPC: TBC | Council Tax Band: H
Mobile phone coverage - 4G and 5G mobile signals available in the area - we advise you to check with your provider.
Internet connection - Ultrafast FTTP Broadband connection available - we advise you to check with your provider.