Sezincote, GL56

Dating back to 1929, this unique spacious five-bedroom home offers a rare chance to acquire a characterful property in Sezincote with 18 acres of rolling parkland attached and beautiful, far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. The property is full of charm and offers a flexible layout, ideal for family living, country pursuits and entertaining. On the ground floor, the spacious hallway leads to a large dining room with a log burner and stone mullion windows, creating a warm and welcoming space. The formal drawing room, with its stone fireplace and double doors opening onto the front lawns, offers a grander setting and connects seamlessly with another inviting, more intimate, room with its own fireplace and access to the garden. The property benefits from two kitchens: one with a gas range cooker and exposed brickwork overlooking the rear terraced garden, and the second with an oil-fired AGA and access to a walk-in pantry.

Upstairs, the property includes five well-proportioned bedrooms,the principal of which benefits from its own ensuite, with bath and separate shower. The remaining bedrooms offer great flexibility, ideal for family use or as guest accommodation. In addition to the ensuite, the house has three more bathrooms, ensuring convenience for all occupants. 

A centrally situated home office, or creative space, gives plenty of scope for adapting to different or changing lifestyles. 

The property sits in a peaceful, gently sloping setting, and includes a manege, and approximately 18 acres of paddocks and mature parkland. It owns its own far-reaching views, protecting against future development. 

With space for walking or wildlife watching, the land offers both lifestyle and leisure potential, adding real appeal to this unique rural home.

Drawing room

The drawing room is an impressive and well proportioned space, perfect for both entertaining and everyday relaxation. Bathed in natural light thanks to its dual aspect windows, the room enjoys a sense of openness and calm. Two sets of double doors open directly onto the front lawn, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living and inviting in garden views. A striking stone fireplace forms the heart of the room, adding character and warmth, while high ceilings and generous dimensions enhance the feeling of space. Thoughtfully positioned at the centre of the home, the drawing room connects effortlessly with both the sitting room and the relaxed snug, offering a superb flow and versatility for modern family life.

Sitting room

The sitting room is a charming and characterful space, full of natural light. Featuring stone mullion windows to the front, the room enjoys a lovely dual aspect that brings in daylight throughout the day and offers views across the gardens. A log burner adds a welcoming focal point, making it a cosy spot to unwind. The staircase rises from this room to the first floor, giving it a central role in the flow of the house.

Snug

The snug is a cosy and practical space, full of original character and charm. A traditional stone fireplace gives the room a homely focal point with log burner while its more modest proportions create an inviting, intimate atmosphere. An external door leads directly out to the front of the property, making it a particularly useful room for informal gatherings or outdoor entertaining during the warmer months. A secondary staircase also rises from this room, adding to its functionality and connecting it neatly to the upper floor.

Kitchen

The main kitchen is a practical space, well-suited to everyday use and family life. It features a range of built-in units that provide ample storage and worktop space, with a traditional range oven forming the centrepiece. The room has a rustic feel, with exposed brickwork adding warmth and character.Two windows overlooks the terrace garden to the rear, allowing natural light to fill the space and offering a pleasant view. The kitchen is functional and full of potential.

Cloakroom

The cloakroom is a simple and practical space, fitted with a WC and wash basin, ideal for guests and everyday convenience.

Kitchen

The second kitchen/dining room is a flexible space that has served a variety of uses over the years. At its heart is an oil-fired AGA, which provides gentle warmth and adds to the homely, traditional feel of the room. A small area of built-in units offers practical storage and workspace, while the open plan dining area is well-sized and could comfortably host everyday meals or informal gatherings. The current owner used this room as a sitting room, reflecting its versatility and welcoming atmosphere. Two sets of double doors open out onto the front of the property, allowing easy access to the garden and plenty of natural light, while a back door leads to the rear, adding further practicality. There is also direct access to a walk-in pantry, providing useful additional storage. Though modest in finish, the room offers a functional and adaptable space within this home.

Pantry

The pantry, located off the second kitchen, is a traditional walk-in space with built-in shelving, ideal for storing dry goods and kitchen essentials. Practical and functional, it helps keep the main kitchen area tidy and organised.

Principal bedroom suite

The principal suite comprises two connected rooms, with one leading into the other, offering a flexible layout. The main bedroom includes a built-in storage cupboard and opens into a second room, ideal as a dressing area, nursery, or additional sleeping space. The suite also benefits from a private ensuite bathroom, creating a self-contained and functional space.

Study/landing

The first-floor landing is a particularly spacious and versatile area, currently used as a study/library. Its generous proportions and windows and door to the front provide open views and plenty of natural light, creating a pleasant and functional space at the centre of the home. From here, there is access to the principal bedroom suite, as well as bedrooms three and four, allowing for an easy and flowing layout. A staircase also rises from this landing to the second floor, making it a key connecting point within the house. With its open feel and flexibility, the landing offers much more than just a thoroughfare.

Bedroom

A bright and well sized bedroom with space for a double bed and furniture. Two roof light windows offer pleasant views, and the simple layout provides flexibility for various uses. The room benefits from an ensuite bathroom, which unusually leads through to a second bathroom and bedroom, with a secondary staircase. Although an unconventional layout, it adds flexibility and character to the home.

Ensuite bathroom

The ensuite bathroom includes a bath, WC, and basin, offering a private space with a simple, traditional layout.

Shower room

The shower room features a walk-in shower, WC, and basin, providing a practical and compact space with a straightforward, functional design.

Bedroom

A bright and good sized bedroom with space for twin beds. A window offers pleasant views, and the simple layout provides flexibility for various uses.

Bedroom

Tucked away on the second floor, this bedroom offers a cosy and quiet retreat, ideal for guests. With sloping ceilings and a warm, tucked-away feel, it provides a peaceful space away from the main living areas, perfect for overnight stays or as a private hideaway.

Shower room

A shower room with a large shower, WC, and basin, simple and practical, ideal for guest use or busy family life.

Garden

The property sits within approximately 18 acres of beautiful grounds, offering a rare combination of paddocks, mature parkland, and far-reaching countryside views. The land gently slopes away from the house, creating a picturesque setting that enhances the sense of peace and space. There is evidence of a former menage, offering scope for reinstatement subject to the necessary consents. The parkland enjoys mature trees and open spaces, perfect for walking, wildlife watching, or simply enjoying the stunning rural outlook. Whether for lifestyle or leisure, the land is a significant feature of the property and adds real value to this unique countryside home.