Bear Hill, Alvechurch, Birmingham, Worcestershire, B48

A deceptively spacious and beautifully extended three bedroom semi-detached home, occupying an enviable elevated position overlooking Alvechurch Green, in the heart of this sought after Worcestershire village.

Combining period charm with stylish contemporary living, this impressive home has been thoughtfully enhanced by the current owners to create a superb home. At the heart of the property is an impressive open-plan kitchen/diner/family room, complemented by a useful utility room and principal bedroom with en-suite shower room.


Location

Alvechurch is set amid attractive Worcestershire countryside, offering an appealing balance of village life, green open space and excellent connectivity. The surrounding area is ideal for those who enjoy walking, riding and other rural leisure pursuits, while the Worcester and Birmingham Canal and Alvechurch Marina are close at hand.

Just steps from the centre of the village which offers a wide range of everyday amenities, including shops, medical and dental practices, pharmacy and opticians, nursery, first and middle schools, sports clubs, recreation grounds, churches, public houses, bistros and restaurants. Alvechurch railway station, situated a short walk away provides direct links towards Redditch, the University of Birmingham and Birmingham city centre, while the nearby motorway network offers convenient access for local, regional and national travel.

Property

The front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall, with stairs rising to the first floor and a door leading into the comfortable living room. This charming reception space features useful alcove shelving and a log burner set within an exposed brick fireplace, creating a warm and inviting room in which to relax.

From here, the accommodation opens into the impressive open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, undoubtedly the heart of the home. The bespoke kitchen has been carefully designed around a large central island with quartz work surface and is complemented by an excellent range of Shaker-style cabinetry. Integrated appliances include a range-style hob, double oven, extractor fan, integrated fridge/freezer and separate drinks fridge, with further space for small appliances and bin storage. The result is a highly practical yet sociable space, ideal for everyday family life and entertaining.

Engineered wood flooring with electric underfloor heating add warmth, character and continuity. Large double doors open directly onto the private rear garden, cabin/garden room and outdoor entertaining areas, creating a seamless connection between inside and out.

An adjoining utility room provides a practical extension to the kitchen, with space for a dishwasher and washing machine, together with a butler sink and drainer, and direct side access to the side elevation. A useful storage cupboard houses the gas combination boiler and provides additional space for everyday essentials. while a ground-floor cloakroom completes the ground-floor accommodation.

To the first floor are three bedrooms, comprising two generous doubles and a well-proportioned single bedroom. The principal bedroom is particularly appealing, with double doors opening to a Juliet balcony and bringing in excellent natural light. The room is further enhanced by a walk-in wardrobe and a modern en-suite shower room with marble wash hand basin and vanity unit.

The beautifully appointed family bathroom provides a luxurious retreat, featuring a large walk-in shower, marble wash hand basin set upon a stylish vanity unit and a freestanding clawfoot bath.

Outside

At the front of the house is approached from ‘Church Walk’, a service road off Bear Hill which runs behind the village’s memorial green and provides additional on-street parking. The property is set back behind a small fore garden and includes a side driveway with EV charger and outdoor tap. Double driveway gates lead to a further parking area/yard and timber workshop to the side of the property which has a connection to mains electricity. This gated area also provides direct access to the utility room via a side door, making it ideal or cleaning off muddy boots (and paws) after a countryside walk.

The private rear garden is accessed either from the gated driveway/yard or directly from the kitchen/dining/family room or via the expansive double doors, providing a seamless flow between the internal and external entertaining / accommodation spaces.

A patio extends across the rear of the property, ideal for entertaining and alfresco dining, while wide sandstone steps and walling lead up to the remainder of the garden. Predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by mature hedging, shrubs and trees, the garden offers an excellent degree of greenery and privacy. Informal stone pathways and a circular paved seating area add further interest and create additional places from which to enjoy the peaceful setting.

At the far end of the garden is a substantial timber cabin/garden room with its own en-suite shower room and WC, approached across the lawn and benefiting from a private decked terrace. With electric storage heating, mains water, sewerage and power supplies, this versatile additional space offers excellent potential for use as a home office, studio, gym, hobby room or accommodation, subject to individual requirements.

THE CONSUMER PROTECTION REGULATIONS
These details are for guidance only and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point which is of particular importance, verification should be obtained before viewing. The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixture or fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are connected, in working order or fit for the purpose intended. Items in photographs are NOT necessarily included. All measurements are approximate. These details do not constitute a contract or part of a contract. The Agent has not checked legal documents to verify the Freehold/Leasehold status of the property or that necessary planning permissions have been obtained. Interested parties are advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor.

MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
Under government regulations we are required to carry out prescribed identity checks on all purchasers and also obtain precise details of funding for their purchase. This must be done before agreeing a sale. We will carry out these checks, electronically and as soon as you make an acceptable offer on a property. There is a charge of £36 for one person and £54 for two or more. Prices are inclusive of VAT and are non-refundable.

FLOOR PLANS
Where shown, the plan is for illustration purposes only and is not to scale. The floor area shown is taken from the EPC calculations and is therefore approximate and will include only habitable areas.

PROPERTY INFORMATION QUESTIONNAIRE
A copy of the Property Information Questionnaire is available about this property at our office. This has been completed by the Seller to provide comprehensive information about the property which will be of relevance to any intending Purchaser.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
Only those items mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. All other items are excluded.

GENERAL ADVICE
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REFERRAL FEES
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