Widney Manor Road, Solihull

A handsome Victorian family home of more than 4,200 sq ft, where original fireplaces, deep cornicing and bay windows frame generous, light-filled rooms, set behind a sweeping in-and-out drive on one of Solihull’s most established roads.

Set on Widney Manor Road, one of Solihull’s most sought-after addresses, this substantial Victorian home extends to more than 4,230 square feet across three floors and balances period character with the space a growing family needs. A sweeping in-and-out driveway makes a gracious first impression, while inside the original detailing — fireplaces, cornicing, high skirting and bay windows have been retained throughout.

A large entrance hall, complete with its original fireplace, sets the tone for the rooms that follow. To the front of the house, the formal dining room enjoys a bay window and period proportions, ideal for entertaining. The formal living room is a lovely, light-filled space with French doors opening directly onto the rear garden, while a separate snug warmed by a dual-fuel woodburner offers a cosier place to retreat in the cooler months. Adjoining the snug, a conservatory with doors to the garden brings in the light and connects the living space to the outdoors.

At the heart of the home is an open-plan kitchen designed for family life, with a central island, breakfast bar and a dedicated dining area. Integrated appliances include two ovens, a dishwasher and a fridge/freezer. A useful utility room leads off the kitchen, fitted with a Belfast sink, housing the boiler and offering provision for a washer and dryer.

The south-west facing rear garden enjoys the best of the afternoon and evening sun, with a private, sunny aspect for relaxing and entertaining alike.

On the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal double bedroom sits to the rear, overlooking the garden, with fitted wardrobes and an en suite featuring a corner bath and power shower. The second bedroom is a large double to the front of the house, and the third a further double overlooking the garden. On the second floor, two more generous double bedrooms are served by a family bathroom, offering flexible accommodation for older children, guests or a home office.

There are two large garages with electric doors, providing secure parking and storage, complemented by useful cellar space below the house. A Victorian home of this scale and character, in such a convenient and established setting, represents an exceptional opportunity for discerning buyers.

Location - Widney Manor Road is one of Solihull’s most desirable residential roads, prized for its mature, leafy character and its proximity to both the town centre and the open countryside beyond. Solihull town centre, a short distance away, offers the Touchwood shopping and leisure quarter alongside an excellent choice of independent shops, restaurants and cafes, while the nearby villages of Knowle and Dorridge provide characterful high streets, traditional pubs and a genuine sense of community. Families are well served by a number of highly regarded state and independent schools, and weekends are easily filled with golf, walks at the nearby parks and country estates, and the cultural draw of Birmingham close at hand.

Commuters are exceptionally well placed: Widney Manor station, on the road itself, offers regular services towards Birmingham (approximately 15–20 minutes to Moor Street and Snow Hill), with onward connections to London Marylebone in around two hours via Birmingham. Birmingham Airport and the NEC, together with the M42 motorway network, are all within a short drive.

What’s nearby (approximate distances)

•Widney Manor Station — on Widney Manor Road, approx. 0.5 miles (Solihull Station approx. 1 mile)
•Nearest primary — St Alphege CofE Junior School, approx. 0.3 miles
•Nearest secondary — St Peter’s Catholic School, approx. 0.5 miles
•Local shops — Solihull town centre / Touchwood Shopping Centre, approx. 1.5 miles
•Doctors’ surgery — Monkspath Surgery, approx. 0.9 miles
•Vet — 608 Vets, Warwick Road, Solihull, approx. 1.5 miles

General Information - Tenure: Freehold

Services: Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage connected. There is ladder access to a boarded loft space above the smaller of the two garages.

Current Internet Provider: Virgin Media

Local Authority: Solihull Metropolitan Council | Council Tax Band G

EPC: Rating E

Postcode: B91 3JJ

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