Clarendon Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham

DESCRIPTON Occupying a generous plot and rich in original character, this substantial period residence offers an exceptional amount of living space arranged across multiple floors, blending impressive Victorian proportions with a warm and highly individual atmosphere.

From the moment you enter, the property immediately showcases its architectural heritage. An impressive entrance hall with original mosaic tiled flooring, high ceilings, decorative cornicing, timber staircase and traditional radiators sets the tone for the accommodation throughout. Large windows allow natural light to flood the interior, enhancing the sense of scale and character present in every room.

The principal reception room is particularly striking; a beautifully proportioned bay-fronted space overlooking the mature gardens, featuring high ceilings, original detailing, feature fireplace and elegant period styling. A second substantial reception room provides further versatile living accommodation and could serve equally well as a family room, music room, library or formal entertaining space. Throughout the home there is an abundance of retained period detail including fireplaces, timber doors, deep skirting boards, original joinery and decorative features rarely found in modern properties.

To the rear, the spacious dining kitchen offers a highly sociable arrangement with ample room for family dining and day-to-day living. Characterful fitted timber cabinetry, open shelving, traditional-style flooring and a feature range cooker create a welcoming farmhouse feel, while the generous proportions provide excellent potential for future reconfiguration or contemporary enhancement if desired. Additional ground floor facilities include a cloakroom/WC and useful ancillary spaces.

The upper floors continue to impress with a range of well-proportioned bedrooms and flexible accommodation adaptable to a variety of lifestyles. Of particular note is the distinctive loft-style living area with vaulted ceiling, spiral staircase and adjoining shower room, creating an ideal self-contained suite for guests, older children, multi-generational living, creative workspace or home office use.

The property enjoys delightful views over mature gardens and greenery from several rooms, contributing to the peaceful and secluded atmosphere of the home. Externally, the gardens provide an attractive setting with established planting and excellent privacy.

While the property would benefit from some updating and modernisation in places, it presents a rare opportunity to acquire a home of significant character, scale and individuality. The combination of original period architecture, generous room sizes and flexible accommodation creates a unique family home with enormous scope for sympathetic improvement while preserving its historic charm and personality.

Early viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the scale, atmosphere and potential this remarkable home has to offer. 

LOCATION Clarendon Road is conveniently located within a popular Edgbaston neighbourhood and the prestigious, quaint "pocket" of Edgbaston with St Augustine's Church at the epicentre, offering excellent road and transport links in to Birmingham city centre and motorway links of M6 /M40 beyond.

The property is very close to Queen Elizabeth and City Hospitals, University of Birmingham, and amenities of Edgbaston with a plethora of independent and quality restaurants in the nearby Edgbaston Village.

Leisure facilities are provided with Edgbaston Priory tennis club and Edgbaston Golf club within a short drive, with world renowned Edgbaston cricket ground offering world class sports entertainment. There are local facilities at Cannon Hill Park and Edgbaston reservoir ideal for a local Sunday stroll or a bike ride. The recently opened Grand Central, exclusive Mailbox and Bull Ring offer shopping boutiques in the city nearby.

When it comes to schooling, excellent primary, secondary and prep schools are very close by with Lordswood High school, St Pauls Girls school and plethora of private schooling options. 

JAMES LAURENCE ESTATE AGENTS 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 particulars are approximate. All material information stated below has been provided by our client, but we would request all information to be verified by the purchaser's chosen solicitor.

Fixtures and Fittings: All those items mentioned in these particulars by way of fixtures and fittings are deemed to be included in the sale price. Others, if any, are excluded. However, we would always advise that this is confirmed by the purchaser at the point of offer.

Tenure: Freehold
Services: All mains' services are connected to the property.
Local Authority: Birmingham City Council
Council Tax Band - G

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