Oakham Road, Harborne B17 9DQ

This impressive and spacious five-bedroom residence extends to over 2,300 sq ft, offering superbly proportioned accommodation perfectly suited to growing families seeking both space and long-term potential. 

The property is entered via a porch leading into a welcoming entrance hall, setting the tone for the generous layout beyond. The ground floor provides two well-balanced reception rooms, ideal for both formal entertaining and relaxed family living. A separate home office offers excellent flexibility for home working or study, while the breakfast kitchen sits centrally to the home and flows through to a conservatory, creating additional living space overlooking the garden. A downstairs WC adds everyday practicality.

Further enhancing the ground floor is access to the garage via a useful utility room, which also provides direct access through to the rear garden — ideal for busy households.

Upstairs, the property continues to impress with five well-proportioned bedrooms. Bedroom One benefits from fitted wardrobes and a private ensuite, while the remaining bedrooms are serviced by a modern family bathroom featuring a separate bath and corner walk-in shower. In addition, there is a separate WC — a practical feature for larger families.

Externally, the home enjoys a private rear garden offering excellent space for outdoor relaxation and entertaining, plus the luxury of a spacious driveway with in and out access.

With its substantial footprint, flexible layout and clear scope to personalise or further enhance, this is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term family home in a highly desirable setting. 

Area

The property is situated in a highly regarded Harborne setting on Oakham Road, positioned just off Gillhurst Road and Ravenhurst, placing you within easy reach of the vibrant Harborne High Street. Here you'll find an excellent selection of independent cafés, popular restaurants and everyday amenities, including Waitrose and Marks & Spencer Foodhall, all contributing to Harborne's strong village-style appeal.

The location is particularly convenient for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the University of Birmingham and the wider Medical Quarter, making it ideal for healthcare professionals and academics. Birmingham city centre is readily accessible via nearby arterial routes and public transport links, while the M5 motorway and A38 connections to the M6 and Birmingham International Airport provide excellent regional connectivity.

Families are exceptionally well served by a range of highly regarded schooling options, including Harborne Primary School, alongside respected independent and secondary schools such as Edgbaston High School for Girls, The Priory School, the prestigious King Edward Foundation Schools, as well as Hallfield Preparatory School, West House, The Blue Coat School and St George's School. 

Leisure and recreational amenities are also in abundance, with Harborne Pool & Fitness Centre and Harborne Golf Club nearby. The renowned Edgbaston Priory Club and Edgbaston Golf Club are both within easy reach, alongside the world-famous Edgbaston Cricket Ground. Further green spaces including the Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Martineau Gardens are just a short journey away, offering tranquil settings for weekend enjoyment. 

Approach

In and out driveway with mature shrubs surrounding and access to garage via an up and over electric door, and front door leads to:

Porch

Tiled floor, double glazed windows to front and side with door leading to:

Hallway

Oak wooden flooring, radiator, ceiling light point, ceiling coving, under stairs cupboard, stairs leading to first floor and doors to:

Dining Room

Double glazed bay window to front elevation, carpeted, two ceiling light points, ceiling coving, radiator, fire place and power points.

Kitchen

Wall and base units, roll top counter tops, tiled flooring, ceiling spot lights and further light point, sink with drainage area and mixer tap above, tiling to splash back areas, ceiling coving, radiator, power points, double glazed window to rear elevation, double glazed French doors to conservatory and door leading to:

Utility

Houses 'Worcester' boiler, double glazed window to rear elevation, double glazed door to rear garden, plumbing for washing machine, tiled flooring, worktop with sink and mixer tap above, ceiling spot lights, power points and door for access to garage.

Living Room

Carpeted, two 1930's original stained glass windows to side elevation, fire place with surround, radiator, two wall light points, ceiling coving, radiator, power points, double glazed bay window and French doors to:

Conservatory

Two sets of double glazed doors leading from the living room and kitchen, tiled flooring, brick and PVC build with double glazed windows looking out to the rear garden, two electric heaters, power points, two ceiling light points and double glazed French doors opening to the rear garden.

Office

Double glazed window to front elevation, carpeted, ceiling light point and power points.

Downstairs WC

Double glazed obscure window to side elevation, low level WC and wash hand basin.

Landing

Double glazed window to front elevation, carpeted, three ceiling light points, loft hatch with access to loft, radiator and doors to:

Master Bedroom

Double glazed bay window to front elevation, fitted wardrobes, carpeted, ceiling light point, radiator, power points and door leading to:

Ensuite

Tiled throughout, 'Matki' walk-in shower with rain fall shower head and hand held hose, low level WC, wash hand basin, wall mounted heated towel rail and double glazed window to front elevation.

Bedroom Two

Two double glazed windows to rear elevation, carpeted, ceiling light point, radiator and power points.

Bedroom Three

Double glazed window to rear elevation, carpeted, ceiling light point, radiator and power points.

Bedroom Four

Double glazed window to rear elevation, carpeted, ceiling light point, radiator and power points.

Bedroom Five

Double glazed window to front elevation, carpeted, ceiling light point, radiator and power points.

Bathroom

Fully tiled, 'Matki' corner walk-in shower with rainfall and handheld hose, 'Jacuzzi' branded bath and wash hand basin, wall mounted heated towel rail and double glazed obscure window to side elevation.

WC

Tiled throughout, low level WC, radiator and double glazed obscure window to side elevation.

Garden

Paved patio area, laid to lawn with fence to borders and mature tree shrubs present throughout.

Garage

Electric operated up and over door, ceiling light point and storage cupboard which houses pressurised water tank.

Further Details

Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: GEPC: TBCUtility supply, rights and restrictions: Utility supply Broadband: FTTP Electricity supply: Mains supply Sewerage: Mains supply Water supply: Mains supply Other information Construction materials: Brick Roof material: Tile

Disclaimer

With approximate measurements these particulars have been prepared in good faith by the selling agent in conjunction with the vendor(s) with the intention of providing a fair and accurate guide to the property.However, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or contract nor may they be regarded as representations, all interested parties must themselves verify their accuracy. No tests or checks have been carried out in respect of heating, plumbing, electric installations or any type of appliances which may be included.