Lakeside Little Aston | Sutton Coldfield
LAKESIDE Imposing spacious 486m2 5-bedroom executive home set in a private gated development in the heart of Little Aston with fabulous indoor swimming pool. Situated within the grounds of Little Aston Hall and its delightful grounds and lake. This property requires minor cosmetic updating.
A storm porch leads to an impressive grand hallway with oak staircase and galleried landing. The hallway offers access to 3 reception rooms and breakfast kitchen with separate utility. The lounge has a large walk in bay window which streams light into this large relaxing room with a grand stone carved fireplace and gas fire to add to the elegant but cosy atmosphere.
A dining/entertainment room offers a fabulous bar, dining room and doors leading to the garden terrace or the swimming pool. The perfect room for entertaining A beautiful carved wooden fireplace with gas fire is central focus of the family room. At 23’ x 13’ this vast octagonal shaped kitchen is a cook’s dream. The light oak units offer ample storage with a fabulous central aisle and extensive worktop space.
Seller Insight Lakeside is a handsome family home that forms part of an exclusive gated development on the fringes of the city of Birmingham. It enjoys a location that is not only extremely convenient, but also just a stones throw from many miles of beautiful open countryside. One enters the property into an imposing reception hall, which features an impressive central staircase leading up to a galleried landing; a wonderful introduction to the grand scale and elegance of this lovely home. The generously proportioned living areas all flow from this space, which creates a layout ideal for busy family life. There is a huge kitchen with a wonderful panorama of the garden beyond, a comfortable sitting room and a much larger living room that opens seamlessly into the formal dining room. Double doors lead straight into the indoor swimming pool, which is another very impressive feature and one that has been fully enjoyed by the current owner and his family. This splendid home also benefits from a spacious garden that has been designed with ease of maintenance in mind. Patio doors from both the swimming pool room and dining area open out onto a terrace and lawn beyond. The entire space is edged with a mature border of shrubs and trees, which gives the whole garden a feeling of peaceful seclusion. The open plan living and dining room is an extremely impressive space and a part of the house that is said to be wonderfully conducive to entertaining. The current owner comments that he has particularly enjoyed the peaceful nature of his immediate surroundings, but also the fact that everything one could possibly want or need is extremely close at hand. As the name would suggest, the central feature of this exclusive development is a beautiful lake. It is just a short distance from the house, and it is said to be a lovely place to take a gentle stroll or bicycle ride. “This has been a wonderful home for the past eleven years, and we have enjoyed the location to such an extent that we’re hoping to downsize to another property within the development.�
These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
The first floor of the property boasts an exceptionally large landing which could be used as a study with 5 double bedrooms. Fibre optic broadband is available for those who need to work from home. The spacious master bedroom suite has a 7’ Emperor four poster bed, extensive fitted wardrobes and ensuite with corner bath and shower cubicle. An exceptionally large family bathroom has sheer Hollywood glamour with circular Jacuzzi bath on a central pedestal.
Outside there is a detached double garage block and extensive parking with in and out block paved driveway. To the rear of the property is a private, low maintenance garden with mature trees. Lakeside is accessed via electric gates with CCTV onto the prestigious and private grounds of Little Aston Hall with extensive landscaped gardens and a beautiful lake.
SUTTON COLDFIELD A green and pleasant suburb, just eight miles from the city centre of Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield is famed for its beautiful park and nature reserve. At 2,224 acres, it is one of the largest urban parks in the country. A site of Special Scientific interest, it provides habitat for a variety of birds and wildlife. A former borough town, Sutton Coldfield is the largest place to shop and relax within Birmingham outside of the city centre. There are three distinct shopping environments provided by the Red Rose Centre,The Mall and New Hall Walk, which brings ‘out of town’ shops into the heart of Sutton Coldfield. With a broad range of High Street names located on The Parade there is something for everyone. There are ample swimming and dry sports facilities at Wyndley Leisure Centre, a short walk from the town centre, as well as a feast of cultural, hobby or interest groups on offer throughout the area. You could try your hand at sailing at Powells’ Pool or enjoy a round of golf – the Sutton Coldfield circuit is truly excellent! With four private golf courses set within the constituency boundary and two additional municipal golf courses, there is something here for the keen golfer, no matter what your handicap. The schooling in the area is fantastic with grammar and private schools all within easy reach. The town centre is located on the A5127, approximately 7 miles north of Birmingham city centre. It can also be approached from the A38 exit Minworth or Bassetts Pole as well as junction 9 of the M42. Various local train station provides an effortless commute to both Birmingham and Lichfield.
BIRMINGHAM Lying at the seat of England’s industrial and commercial heartland, the “Second City” is the very model of a beaming cosmopolitan global city that sets the standard for others to mirror. Increasingly recognised as an important cultural hub with the Birmingham Royal Ballet based in the city, along with a magnificent and striking new library. Birmingham also boasts some of the best shopping in Europe with the superb Bullring Shopping Centre containing over 140 shops including a flagship Selfridges department store. The exclusive Mailbox development is host to a range of designer stores including Armani and Harvey Nichols. Alongside outstanding museums and galleries you’ll find an increasing number of gastronomic restaurants, cool and/or secret cocktail bars and picturesque canals with waterside bars, restaurants, attractions and cruises. Thriving legacies of Birmingham’s industrial heritage include its Jewellery Quarter, Cadbury manufacturing plant and a former custard factory that’s been transformed into a cutting-edge creative hub. With construction on the High Speed Rail (HS2) line – connecting London with Birmingham in just 45 minutes by 2026 – set to boost employment and the economy, ‘Brum’, as it’s dubbed by locals, is buzzing.
Location The small cu-de-sac of Lakeside has 8 large detached homes and is adjacent to 49 superior residential apartments mostly occupied by retirees. A tranquil setting is within easy reach of championship local golf courses, amenities in Mere Green, Little Aston and Aldridge, Blake Street railway station and Little Aston Village Hall. Little Aston Primary School is within 0.5 miles and local school buses provide transport to a range of senior schools including King Edward VI Grammar School which is 15 minutes away. Little Aston is one of the most prestigious localities in the Midlands consisting of approximately one hundred multi-million pound houses. The local park (Europe’s largest urban park) is some 2,400 acres with restaurants, 7 lakes, children’s playgrounds, donkey sanctuary and a golf course. Motorways Lakeside lies a short distance from the M6 Toll, M6 North and South, M5 and M42 offering excellent commuter links. Railway Stations Blake Street Railway Station has a car park and lies 1.5 miles away which connects to Birmingham City Centre and Lichfield City Centre. Airports Birmingham Airport is located 19 miles away which is approximately 30 minutes drive. East Midlands Airport is 39 miles away which is approximately 45 minutes drive.
LITTLE ASTON SUTTON COLDFIELD • 120 miles from London • Easy access to M6, M6 Toll, M42, M40 • 9 miles to Birmingham City Centre • 7 miles to Lichfield • 3 miles to M6 Toll • 14.5 miles to NEC • 1.5 miles to Blake Street Station • Blake Street to B’ham New Street 27 minutes • Blake Street to London Euston 2 hours
Fine & Country West Midlands Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 04018410 l VAT Reg No: 754062833 Registered Office: Newman Property Services, 1 Regent Street, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 2PE
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Approximate Gross Internal Area = 470.4 sq m / 5063 sq ft (Including Pool) Garage = 43.8 sq m / 471 sq ft Total = 514.2 sq m / 5535 sq ft
Agents Notes Gas Fired Central Heating
13.50 x 6.90 44'3 x 22'8
Mains Electric & Water Telephone/Broadband
Garage 7.50 x 5.85 24'7 x 19'2
Local Authority Lichfield District Council Viewing Arrangements
Pool
Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 0121 746 6400 (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation)
Opening Hours Monday to Friday 8:30am – 6:30pm Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm Sunday viewings/appointments available Approximate Gross Internal Area Dining Room 7.30 x 4.20 23'11 x 13'9
Kitchen 7.23 x 4.10 23'9 x 13'5
Changing Room
Bedroom 3 4.20 x 3.30 13'9 x 10'10
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House (inc. pool): 470.4 sq m / 5063 sq ft
4.20 x 3.26 13'9 x 10'8
Garage: 43.8 sq m / 471 sq ft Total: 514.2 sq m / 5535 sq ft Illustration for identification purposes only. Measurements are approximate only.
4.80 x 2.33 15'9 x 7'8
Bedroom 4 4.82 x 2.32 15'10 x 7'7
Store
Sitting Room 7.05 x 4.84 23'2 x 15'11
Family Room 4.84 x 3.64 15'11 x 11'11
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Bedroom 1 6.60 x 4.84 21'8 x 15'11 Bedroom 2 4.81 x 3.59 15'9 x 11'9
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FLOORPLANZ © 2016 0845 6344080 Ref: 162836 This plan is for layout guidance only. Drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale unless stated. Windows & door openings are approximate. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions, shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions reliant upon them.
Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 29/03/2016
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