Smiths Lane, Knowle

Nestled within an exclusive, private gated development of just ten residences, The Paddock enjoys a truly privileged position – one of only two properties with its own private gated entrance from Smiths Lane. Perfectly placed just two miles from both Knowle and Solihull town centres, this exceptional home was converted in 2023 to exacting standards, combining contemporary luxury with thoughtful design.

A high-specification, detached home in an exclusive gated setting – offered with No Upward Chain.

Nestled within an exclusive, private gated development of just ten residences, The Paddock enjoys a truly privileged position – one of only two properties with its own private gated entrance from Smiths Lane. Perfectly placed just two miles from both Knowle and Solihull town centres, this exceptional home was converted in 2023 to exacting standards, combining contemporary luxury with thoughtful design.

Set within a generous 0.33-acre plot and boasting 1,726 sq ft of accommodation (plus a versatile outbuilding), this property is a rare opportunity for those seeking modern sophistication in a tranquil, countryside-edge location.

From its private position and high-end finishes to its adaptable spaces and exceptional outdoor setting, The Paddock offers a rare combination of luxury and lifestyle. Whether entertaining, working from home, or simply enjoying the tranquillity of its surroundings, this is a home that delivers on every level.

Accommodation & Features

Ground Floor

Principal Suite – An indulgent retreat with air conditioning, dressing area, bespoke fitted wardrobes, a freestanding bathtub, and an elegant en-suite shower room. Double doors open directly onto the landscaped Japanese-style garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

Entrance Hall – Welcoming and practical, with storage cupboards and a guest cloakroom.

Open-Plan Living – The heart of the home is a spacious, light-filled living/dining/kitchen space with underfloor heating throughout. The kitchen features a central island, Siemens appliances (including full-height fridge and freezer), and striking Dekton worktops with matching splashback.

First Floor

Bedroom Two – Generous double with stylish en-suite shower room.

Bedroom Three – Ideal as a guest bedroom, study, or creative workspace.

Outside

Versatile Outbuilding – Currently used as a fully powered and connected gym, equally suited to a home office or creative studio.

External WC – Adjacent to the outbuilding, complete with heated towel rail and basin.

Driveway & Storage – Gravel driveway with electric gates, electric vehicle charging point (3-phase power), and a large store/shed.

Landscaped Gardens – Encompassed in the whole 0.33 acre plot, the gardens are a peaceful blend of lawn, vegetable and fruit growing, planting, and Japanese-style design, with open greenbelt countryside views. There is a large external utility area with raised vegetable beds, greenhouse and garden store shed.

Location - The property offers excellent access to the M42, Birmingham International Airport & Railway Station with direct links to London Euston, along with future HS2 connections.

Local Amenities

Touchwood Shopping Centre: 2 miles
Tesco Express, Knowle: 2 miles
Dorridge Train Station: 1.9 miles
608 Vets, Bentley Heath: 0.8 mile
Co-Op, Bentley Heath: 0.8 mile
Solihull School: 2.8 miles
Waitrose, Solihull: 2.2 miles

Knowle is a large village approximately 1 mile from Junction 5 of the M42 motorway and some 3 miles from Solihull town centre. Village amenities are centred around a traditional high street, offering a high-end local butcher, luxury bakery, hairdressers, boutique dress shops for both men and women, a handful of bespoke wine, gin and ale bars, with new acclaimed eatery and bar ‘Cheals’. The Greswolde Hotel and Wilsons Arms offer an ongoing traditional presence, whilst local residents are able to satisfy all shopping needs not only from individual stores but also a small Tesco as well as picking up a Costa along the way. The picturesque sight of whites on the cricket pitch are often seen on a summer’s afternoon at the well-supported cricket and tennis club off Station Road. Knowle football club off Hampton Road and excellent rugby facility at The Old Silhillians ground appeal to all age groups and new members are most welcome.

To the end of the high street, Grade I Listed Knowle Parish Church is over 600 years old, still to this day promoting and maintaining the community ethos within the village. Birmingham NEC, International Airport and Railway Station are within about 5 miles and offer excellent network connections throughout the UK, with direct links to Birmingham city centre and services of approx. 1hr 10 mins to London Euston. Arden Academy invites pupils from age 11 to 18 and has become an aspirational focus for local junior schools. Whilst maintaining village characteristics, Knowle has maintained itself to be one of the most desirable locations for all generations, also proud to be home to two National Trust properties at Baddesley Clinton and Packwood House.

General Information - Tenure: Freehold

There is a Resident’s Management Committee to run The Chase Development of which there are 10 properties. One member per household is a Director of the Management Company (The Chase (Knowle) Management Company Limited.) There is an annual service charge of £1,000 for The Paddock covering maintenance of the communal grounds, gates, intercoms and fences.

Services: All main services are connected to the property | 2 x Electric vehicle car charging points, 1 of which is a fast charger on a dedicated Three Phase Supply private to the property | Mains drainage | Gas central heating boiler | CCTV is in operation at the property.

Broadband/Internet: Fibre Available

Parking: Within title for the property – 3 spaces adjacent to the property plus additional space for 2 further cars on the gravel parking area.

Local Authority: Solihull Metropolitan Council | Council Tax Band G

EPC: Rating C

Directions: Smith’s Lane, B93 9AD. Please note Smith’s Lane is a one-way road, accessed from Widney Manor Road.

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. Floor plans are for identification purposes only and not to scale. All room measurements and mileages quoted in these sales details are approximate. 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. These sales details are produced in good faith to offer a guide only and do not constitute any part of a contract or offer. We would advise that fixtures and fittings included within the sale are confirmed by the purchaser at the point of offer. Images used within these details are under copyright to EB&P and under no circumstances are to be reproduced by a third party without prior permission.

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