Cherry Lynn Forshaw Heath Road | Earlswood | Solihull
CHERRY LYNN Cherry Lynn is a fine example of a 1930’s four bedroom, detached house which has been updated and remodelled to provide an enticing blend of original features and modern contemporary living in a semi-rural setting in Earlswood. Comprising briefly of sitting room, large conservatory, open plan kitchen/diner, good sized utility and playroom/annexe. It provides superb family accommodation complete with large garden and off road parking for up to six vehicles.
The property is approached by a five bar gate which leads to a block paved drive with off road parking and a single garage. Features include: • Oak framed double glazing throughout • Large re-fitted kitchen/diner • Re-fitted bathroom and en-suite • Sitting room and large conservatory • Existing annexe / playroom / bedroom • Semi-rural with open views • Good sized established garden HALLWAY With Amtico flooring, original wood panelling and downstairs cloak room this sets the tone for this light and airy home. SITTING ROOM & CONSERVATORY A delightful bright sitting room with eye catching Amtico flooring and feature sandstone fireplace. French doors lead through to a large wooden framed double glazed conservatory providing flexibility and direct access to the garden.
KITCHEN / DINER Off the hallway is a good sized open plan kitchen / diner with feature fireplace and wooden flooring currently used as dining area and leading to a superb refitted kitchen with light oak breakfast bar and tiled flooring. Featuring a Belfast inset sink and granite work surfaces complimenting white gloss units housing fitted appliances including electric induction hob and double oven in housing unit, dishwasher and wine cooler. Natural light cascades from the adjacent conservatory and kitchen window which has a garden view. UTILITY A great utility room with space for washing machine and tumble dryer and sink with base unit. Natural light provided by a Velux roof window and access to the integral garage, garden and useful annexe accommodation. ANNEXE With separate WC and shower cubicle leading to a good sized annexe room which provides flexibility for family or guest private space whilst close to the proverbial heart of the home, the kitchen /diner. French doors lead to decking space and the garden.
Seller Insight This lovely home enjoys a superb location on the picturesque rural fringes of Solihull. The house was built in the 1930s, but in recent years it has been beautifully renovated and extended by the current owners. “We purchased Cherry Lynn ten years ago and I would say that the main attraction was the location. We have gorgeous views of open farmland and green hills to both the front and back of the property, but at the same time we have easy access to places such as Birmingham City centre via the excellent road and rail links. For us it has been ideal.” “When we bought the property the main living areas were all very spacious, but upstairs it felt quite small, however we could see that the house as a whole had great potential to be improved further. We ended up adding a beautiful master suite and opening up the layout downstairs to make it more free flowing and open plan, and we also decorated throughout using a very neutral colour palette to enhance the feeling of space. We have a lovely big kitchen/diner that flows straight into the garden room, and a family room that opens onto a deck, so there’s also a great connection with the outside space. It’s now a lovely family home that’s ideal for entertaining.” Cherry Lynn is set well back from the road and benefits from a generous garden that backs onto an open field. “The garden is a lovely big space, we have a patio terrace and an area of decking for relaxing and entertaining, and the majority of the rest of the space is laid to lawn and bordered with shrubs. At the very end we’ve created a separate area for the children, and it’s where they have their swings and slides, all tucked away and hidden from view.” “The hub of the home is definitely the lovely big kitchen/diner. It’s a bright and airy space where we all tend to gather, and it leads straight into the garden room and out onto the patio. It also has a big open fire which is gorgeous when the weather is cold and miserable.” “Our immediate surroundings are very picturesque and we’re also close to Tanworth-in-Arden, which is a lovely village with a real community feel. “That almost countryside feel, combined with the easy access into places like Solihull and Birmingham means we have enjoyed a really good quality of life.” 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.
MASTER BEDROOM A bright and airy master bedroom with wooden flooring and feature floor to ceiling window with a superb garden and farmland view. En-suite shower room with contemporary white sanitary ware and chrome towel rail.
BEDROOM TWO Good sized double room to the front of the property with a wonderful country outlook toward fields. BEDROOM THREE Double bedroom with rear garden view. BEDROOM FOUR Single bedroom with country outlook toward fields. FAMILY BATHROOM A good sized family bathroom with white contemporary sanitary ware including roll top bath and matching neutral tiling to floor and walls.
OUTSIDE Immediately outside is a paved and decking area providing structured space for entertaining and relaxation. Deep filled mature borders, formal lawned area and trees and flagstone pathway complete the main garden. Approached from the flagged pathway is a discreet space currently utilised as a children’s play area with open views to farmland.
EARLSWOOD Earlswood is a small village close to Tanworth-in-Arden which offers local facilities including Tanworth-in-Arden Primary & Nursery School. Further afield in Stratford are some excellent grammar schools including King Edwards VI School and Stratford Girls Grammar School. Easy access to the M42 motorway (junction 3) makes it an ideal location for access to Birmingham Airport, far enough away not to disturb the tranquillity of the setting yet convenient for the long distance traveller. The village is surrounded by farm and woodland, plus the Stratford-upon-Avon Canal runs through it. It is home to Earlswood Lakes Sailing Club and Earlswood Cricket Club. It gives its name to Earlswood Lakes (entirely within Warwickshire) as well as to Earlswood Railway Station, even though The Lakes railway station is located closer to the main part of the village.
SOLIHULL Solihull is recognised as being one of the most affluent and highly sought-after areas located within the more southern parts of the West Midlands conurbation and is situated some nine miles from the heart of the city of Birmingham. The town itself offers an excellent range of amenities including the first-class award winning shopping centre Touchwood with a John Lewis flagship store heading up 80 high street retail names, 20 bars and restaurants and a 9-screen cinema complex. There is also a state of the art library with theatre and various other family entertainment centres such as Tudor Grange swimming pool/leisure centre, park/ athletics track, several nearby private golf courses and an ice rink. Surrounding the town are a selection of popular villages such as Knowle and Dorridge, both of which have their own village centres, which in turn offer a selection of local amenities such as the highly regarded secondary school Arden High. Located in the centre of the town is Solihull School which offers private education, founded circa 450 years ago and currently caters for nearly 1000 pupils. There is also St Martins Private Girls School and several private preparatory schools such as Ruckleigh & Eversfield. The town also enjoys a further array of popular secondary, infant, junior schooling as well as a sixth form and technical college. Solihull Borough includes several satellite towns and villages including Cheswick Green, Balsall Common, Meriden (the centre of England) Hampton-in-Arden, Hockley Heath and the new village of Dickens Heath. Finally, the town and surrounding areas benefit from access to Birmingham International Railway Station and Airport, the National Exhibition Centre, the National Indoor Arena, Genting Arena and the fabulous newly opened Resorts World Birmingham with 50 outlet stores, 18 stylish bars and restaurants, an 11 screen cinema and an exhilarating international casino and hotel, all of which has a transport network which is second to none, linking the area to London either via the M40 or M1, the south via the M42/M5 and access to the north along the M6 motorway corridor.
Location Cherry Lynn is located in Earlswood, a small village in Warwickshire, within the Tanworth-in-Arden ward of Stratford-on-Avon District, although the northernmost part of the village lies within the Tidbury Green parish of Solihull Metropolitan District in the West Midlands. The town centre of Solihull offers comprehensive shopping facilities, whilst many neighbouring villages including Tanworth-in-Arden, Lapworth, Alvechurch and Henley-in-Arden provide delightful countryside walks and bistro inns. Cherry Lynn sits opposite an open field with a footpath taking you into Earlswood Wood, providing a truly wonderful countryside feel to its location. There are local golf courses at Fulford Heath, Kings Norton, Ladbrook Park, Shirley and Hollywood with sailing and fishing at Earlswood Lakes. Motorways Perfectly located for Junction 3 of the M42 with speedy links to M40, M5, M6 and M1 – commuters can reach London within 1 ½ hours. Birmingham International Airport and the NEC are within a 15 minute drive where the main line railway into London Euston can be found. Railway Stations The property is within walking distance of Earlswood train station providing a direct link to Birmingham New Street and the City Centre. Airports Birmingham International Airport is located 13 miles away which, via the M42, is approximately 15 minutes drive. East Midlands Airport is 48 miles away, via the M42 and A42, approximately 45 minutes drive.
EARLSWOOD WEST MIDLANDS • 109 miles from London • Easy access to M42, M40, M5, M6, M6 Toll • Local train links: Earlswood, The Lakes, Birmingham New Street
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Agents Notes Oil Fired Central Heating
Cherry Lynn, Forshaw Heath Road, Earlswood, Solihull, B94 5JX Approximate Gross Internal Area 202.4 sq m / 2179 sq ft (Including Garage)
Mains Electric & Water
Bedroom 4 3.23 x 2.10 10'7 x 6'11
Bedroom 1 3.82 x 3.61 12'6 x 11'10
Telephone/Broadband Local Authority Stratford-on-Avon District Council
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Bedroom 3 3.62 x 3.32 11'11 x 10'11
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Bedroom 2 3.63 x 3.25 11'11 x 10'8
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Garage 4.50 x 2.35 14'9 x 7'9
Kitchen/Dining Area 8.62 x 6.98 27'4 x 22'11
Dn Conservatory 6.00 x 3.80 19'8 x 12'6
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Main House (including Garage): 202.4 sq m / 2179 sq ft Illustration for identification purposes only. Measurements are approximate only.
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Family Room 4.86 x 2.54 15'11 x 8'4
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Sitting Room 6.71 x 3.65 22'0 x 12'0
Ground Floor 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: 09/06/2016
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