Chandos | 398 Warwick Road | Solihull

Chandos House

398 Warwick Road | Solihull | B91 1AJ

A striking property ideally situated for Solihull town centre, motorway, rail network and airport access.

Chandos has been the family home of Chris and Julie along with their two daughters Chloe and Lauren.

“It’s a very attractive house,” says Julie, “We were drawn to the large rooms with plenty of storage space, as well as the lovely garden.”

“The rear aspect of the property, which enjoys all day sunshine, is south facing and is very impressive,” agrees Chris, “Eating ‘al fresco’ on the patio is one of life’s real pleasures”

‘Chandos’ is a unique five bedroom detached character residence situated in a convenient sought after location. The property offers further scope for development and extension and offers excellent family living accommodation which briefly comprises, large enclosed entrance porch, reception hall, guest cloakroom/WC, dining room, spacious living room, sitting room, L shaped dining kitchen, lobby, utility room, large family room, first floor landing, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, four further bedrooms, family bathroom, in & out driveway, double garage and superb enclosed rear garden. Internal viewing is highly recommended. EPC Rating D..

Ground Floor • Large Enclosed Entrance Porch • Reception Hallway • Guest Cloakroom / WC • Dining Room • Living Room • Sitting Room Leaded double glazed window to rear • L Shaped Dining Kitchen-double glazed French doors • Utility Room • Family Room

The entrance hall is impressive and leads onto an area prior to the main family lounge.

“It’s a unique and appealing design and features a picture/ photo shelf which can be quickly changed from month to month to show off different family photos and/or artwork.”

“We love how private it is, with attractive hedges all around a significant but manageable lawn area.” The family kitchen overlooks the front but it is well screened and private.

While the rear of the kitchen, lounge, garden room and family/music room all have delightful rear garden views.

If you are looking for a large, characterful home with an ideal outdoor entertaining area, then Chandos fits the bill. “When we aren’t entertaining guests, the grounds are a tranquil place to relax. The ornamental bird bath attracts regular visits and bathing for many varieties of birds and the dawn chorus they provide is a joy to wake up to.”

The property was formerly owned by the conductor of the famous Chandos Choir, from which the house takes its name. During spring, summer and autumn, the York stone patio with French doors from the lounge, kitchen and garden room is a lovely area which has played host to many parties and barbeques with family and friends. “Inside our favourite rooms are the lounge and dining room, which are linked with French doors,” “It is wonderful for entertaining guests or simply enjoying a family meal and evening together.”

First Floor • Galleried First Floor Landing • Master Bedroom extensive fitted wardrobes and En-Suite • Bedroom Two • Bedroom Three • Bedroom Four • Bedroom Five • Family Bathroom

Grounds

Mainly laid to lawn, an array of shrubs, flowers and trees, raised sun terrace, storage to side with garden shed, power supply and lighting, external tap. Further paved area to side with access to front through two side gateways.

Services Mains water, drainage, electricity, gas, telephone and broadband are all understood to be connected to the property.

Local Authority Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council Council Band Tax G Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 0121 746 6400 Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am – 6:30pm Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm Sunday viewings & appointments available Directions From Solihull follow the signs to Birmingham along the A41 and Chandos is on your left hand side just before you reach the Shell petrol station.

For a free valuation of your property please call 0121 746 6400

Ideally located within the community, the property is perfect for busy family life. “There is excellent access to motorway, rail and airports here. It has been a faultless location, from which we have operated a small business at home for the past seven years,” explains Chris.

“The property is also well located for children’s education and would suit a family of all ages, as we are within the Catchment area for Oak Cottage primary and Langley secondary schools. In addition the private Solihull school is just eight minutes away by car and there are five universities within 16 miles plus Solihull 6th form college.”

Solihull town centre is 15 minutes walk from the property and is home to Touchwood shopping centre which features many restaurants and shops There are further shops at the Dovehouse Parade, just seven minutes’ walk and easy access to bus stops to Birmingham and the Bullring and trains to London, Stratford on Avon, Warwick and Birmingham from Solihull station.

Historically Solihull is part of Warwickshire and is one of the most prosperous towns in the Midlands. The National Exhibition Centre and the LG (Genting) Arena are both within the Borough of Solihull, as is Birmingham Business Park.

Location Historically part of Warwickshire, Solihull is one of the most prosperous towns in the English Midlands. In November 2013, the uSwitch Quality of Life Index named Solihull the “best place to live” in the United Kingdom. The motto of Solihull is Urbs in Rure (Town in Country).

Solihull’s name is commonly thought to have derived from the position of its parish church, St Alphege, on a ‘soily’ hill. The church was built on a hill of stiff red marl, which turned to sticky mud in wet weather.

Solihull probably came into being about a thousand years ago, as a clearing in the forest to which people would come to trade. The town is noted for its historic architecture, which includes surviving examples of timber framed Tudor style houses and shops. The historic Solihull School dates from 1560.

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.

Birmingham

GROUND FLOOR DINING ROOM 5.54 x 3.62m 18'2" x 11'9"

KITCHEN 5.54 x 5.07m 18'2" x 16'4"

DINING ROOM 5.54 x 3.62m 18'2" x 11'9"

GARAGE 6.00 x 5.33m 19'8" x 17'5"

CHANDOS HOUSE, 398 WA

“Chandos is warm, homely18'2" and has been a ‘lucky’ home for us. We will be x 16'4" sad to leave this house, but feel that as our daughters have grown up, it is now time for us to downsize and let a new family enjoy making their own APPROX. GRO UTILITY happy memories here.”

FAMILY ROOM 2.52 x 3.62m 8'2" x 11'9"

3.60 x 3.60m 11'9" x 11'9"

SITTING ROOM 5.42 x 5.51m 17'9" x 18'

UTILITY 2.52 x 3.62m 8'2" x 11'9"

FAMILY ROOM 3.60 x 3.60m 11'9" x 11'9"

KITCHEN 5.54 x 5.07m

GARAGE 6.00 x 5.33m 19'8" x 17'5"

MAIN HOUS GARAGE: TOTAL: 2

GARDEN ROOM 4.59 x 4.50m 15' x 14'9"

N

GRO

SITTING ROOM 5.42 x 5.51m 17'9" x 18'

GARDEN ROOM 4.59 x 4.50m 15' x 14'9"

FIRST FLOOR DINING ROOM 5.54 x 3.62m 18'2" x 11'9" BEDROOM 5 1.96 x 4.24m 6'5" x 13'10"

FIRST FLOOR

MASTER BEDROOM 5.50 x 5.08m 18' x 16'8"

BEDROOM 2 5.48 x 3.49m 17'11" x 11'5"

FAM 3.

11

ENSUITE

BEDROOM 5 1.96 x 4.24m 6'5" x 13'10"

MASTER BEDROOM 5.50 x 5.08m 18' x 16'8"

BEDROOM 2 5.48 x 3.49m 17'11" x 11'5"

BEDROOM 3 3.60 x 3.60m 11'9" x 11'9"

BEDROOM 4 2.38 x 2.59m 7'9" x 8'5"

SITTING ROOM 5.42 x 5.51m 17'9" x 18'

ENSUITE

BEDROOM 3 3.60 x 3.60m 11'9" x 11'9"

GSPublisherEngine 0.36.100.100

BEDROOM 4 2.38 x 2.59m 7'9" x 8'5"

Agent Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric 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 DESIGNED BY INFINITE PIXEL 2015 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.

FIR