Alder Lane, Balsall Common

PROPERTY IN BRIEF .. 

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Approach

The property set within a desirable location set back from the roadside behind a deep driveway, complimented by a mid-height fence, a stone driveway polished with block paved edging. There's access along the side of the driveway down to the garage.

Porch

Welcome inside. The porch is beautifully cladded on the outside to offer a subtle hint to the style and finish within the house. The porch delivers space for a storage cupboard, boot and shoe placement, coats, and umbrellas.

Hallway

The moment you step into the hallway, your first impression is that of an opulent space. As you gaze along the hallway, through the double doors into the extended kitchen/ dining/ sitting area, and onward views into the south facing garden you can really appreciate the extent of space this extended home. The hall is beautifully complimented by oak flooring which flows along the ground floor. A wide area with stairs rising up to the first floor accommodation.

Living room.

The family living room is a superb space, zoned in two areas separated by folding glazed doors where you can close off the front section should you wish to separate uses. Currently, the owners use the middle area as a secondary living space, featuring a gas, coal-effect fire, plenty of floor space and a door leading through to the rear focal living area. The oak floors continue into this room from the hallway with large window to front elevation.

Further reception room

In addition, the internal original garage has been converted into a multi-use reception room. Currently used as a gym, alternatively, could be a separate reception for the children, additional formal dining room or a spacious office. Dual aspect windows with access into the side passageway.

Inner lobby, utility and cloakroom.

A door from the hallway leads to this lobby area which has some built-in storage, gives access out to the side passage and the garden, as well as access to the utility and downstairs WC.

The utility provides provisions for your washing machine, dryer as well as a sink and drainer, storage and worktop space.

Cloakroom

The downstairs cloakroom provides a WC, and a traditional style vanity storage cupboard with freestanding oval wash basin and tap. There is a Victorian style radiator, and window to the side elevation.

Focal family hub- Kitchen/ diner/ sitting space.

The key feature to this stunning home is the extended kitchen/ dining/ seating area to the rear of the house. The hub of this family home, whether entertaining, family time relaxing, or just everyday living to enjoy this open-plan lifestyle.

You will be amazed at the space the moment you walk through the double doors from the hall, the gorgeous finish and particularly the amount of natural light flowing through the bi-fold doors at the rear, the abundance of windows on three sides and the sky lighting. The south-facing garden is another showstopper and the view you receive as soon as you step into this room.

The kitchen area boasts a feature bespoke oak breakfast bar, with good storage, a six-ring gas burning hob, and space to the opposite side to place several barstools to enjoy your morning breakfast and coffee. The kitchen has a good range of hi-gloss cupboards, a built-in fridge, dishwasher, and mid-height double oven, as well as twin sinks, and space for an American size fridge freezer. Furthermore, the continuation of the oak work surfaces compliments the breakfast bar and the oak floors.

The other sections to this space have been thoughtfully zoned, with a dining space to the rear to sit and enjoy the view of the garden through the bifold doors, and the middle section, a seating area which is spacious enough for multiple sofas and chairs and boasting a feature log burning fire.

This amazing addition to this house is perfect for modern open-plan living and the owners have made this work so well. You will love it.

 

FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION As you arrive at the first-floor landing gives access to the four bedrooms, and the Jack and Jill bathroom/ en-suite. There is also a handy storage cupboard for towels and linen with additional stairs to top floor bedrooms.

Principal bedroom

The principal bedroom is located to the rear of the property, having twin windows enjoying the views of the extensive south facing rear garden. A lovely feature to this space is the amount of woodwork, particularly with the vaulted ceiling incorporating oak beams complimenting the character of this space. The floor area is generous, and having twin, double built in wardrobes. This is a really nice space to wake up to, particularly with the aspect, and having the benefit of a large en-suite bathroom.

Ensuite

The principal en-suite bathroom is simply gorgeous. Beautifully styled and spacious, offering a freestanding bath with side-standing waterfall tap and shower attachments. A stunning wood vanity unit with twin sinks, splashback tiling, shavers point and vanity lighting. A separate step in shower, offering handheld and drench attachments complimented by a glass shower screen. This beautifully styled on en-suite has a door to the landing as well as the principal bedroom.

Second bedroom
The second bedroom is located to the rear of the house also enjoying the south-facing garden view and having a built-in single size wardrobe. This second bedroom is spacious, delivering excellent floor space, beautifully styled and similar to the main bedroom, boasting vaulted ceiling with oak beams.

Second en-suite

The second bedroom enjoys the benefit of an en-suite showroom, neutrally presented with contrasting tiles around the wet areas, offering a shower with mains-fed attachments, toilet and vanity unit with freestanding oval sink and mixer tap. There's also a window to the side elevation and Victorian-style radiator.

Bedrooms Three and Four

Bedrooms three and four are located on the first floor, both delivering excellent floor space, perfect for large beds, and good storage furniture. Perfect for teenagers, delivering plenty of space for their beds, gaming/ homework desk, and ample space to invite their friends over.
 

TOP FLOOR ACCOMMODATION The current owners have converted the loft space to provide an additional two bedrooms. Ideal for the younger member of the family to have their own top floor bedroom, and a separate sitting/games room.

Bedroom 5

The top floor fifth bedroom is a great size and delivers good space, a bed zone, with additional space perfect for wardrobes and even a comfy two-seater sofa. The fifth bedroom has some eaves storage, and an opening skylight to the front elevation, with a split-level vaulted ceiling.

Bedroom 6

The sixth bedroom on the top floor is a flexible space; working well as a smaller double size bedroom or large single, having skylight to the front elevation with eaves storage as well. As spoken about earlier, this area works well as a sitting space for the bedroom opposite, or should you work from home, would make a private office space.
Within this room is also the airing cupboard which delivers storage, as well as a large water cylinder.
 

EXTENSIVE SOUTH-FACING GARDEN A key and popular feature is the extensive south-facing rear garden. A secludes garden, offering a generous lawn, landscaped with planted areas, trees and to the rear of the garden an orchard / natural garden space. In addition, there is a decking area which runs from the bifold doors moving around the rear of the property. There is access along one side to the undercover storage area, and on the opposite side leading to the rear of the garage. This is an enjoyable space, perfect for entertaining, relaxing and loads of space for the kids and family dog to run wild. The best of all worlds.

Summer house

Towards the rear of the garden is a tucked away summer house which is a nice retreat. Having the benefit of lighting and power, is perfect as a party space, home office, or perhaps a gym.
 

GARAGE The garage is located to the side of the property with dual access from the front, with an up and over door, and to the rear of the garage having a further up and over door. The garage has excellent storage in the roof space, as well as offering light and power.