Woodfield Wellington Road | Edgbaston | Birmingham
WOODFIELD This Grade II listed Regency villa was originally commissioned by Josiah Richards, a maker of oriental amulets and brother of Theophilus Richards, the famous Birmingham gunsmith who went on to found the Westley Richards firm still in business today. This historic house is situated in a highly sought after area of Edgbaston; and uniquely faces away from Wellington Road enhancing its privacy.
From the exterior it is a four square, rendered, Regency mansion which has undergone extensive and sympathetic renovation including a new roof, renovated sash windows and modernisation of both the kitchen and bathrooms in keeping with the architecture. A standalone Victorian coach house (circa 1880) sits within the grounds and has been converted to provide a one bedroom house with living room, bathroom, kitchen and double bedroom providing the opportunity for rental income. The extensive garden has formal lawns and herbaceous borders, a more rustic lawned area with shrubs and trees and a small area of woodland.
Hall The hall, leading from the main door, provides the perfect entry to this beautiful house. It has a polished wooden floor. The ceiling rose is decorated with acanthus leaves and the surround is adorned with stylised roses and stars. The door frames are decorated with carved lions heads. A small passage leads to the garden patio. Reception 1 Accessed immediately to the left of the main door this large room is currently used as a dining room. It has the original pitch pine floor, and an Adam style functioning fireplace. There is a large sash window over looking the garden with original wooden shutters. The door and window frames are adorned with neoclassical features in the form of Egyptian carvings. The ceiling has an acanthus leaf border and a vine leaf frieze. The central ceiling rose features acanthus leaves and grapes. Shuttered French doors lead into the Orangery.
Reception 2 This huge family room, accessed from the end of the hall, has an original pitch pine floor. Two large floor to ceiling sash windows overlook the west facing garden. The ceiling surround is decorated by stylised stucco roses and stars. There is a large Regency style marble fireplace with original grate. Reception 3 Situated to the right of the main door this room is currently used as a study/library. It has an original pitch pine floor, functioning fireplace and built in bookcases. The ceiling is surrounded by an acanthus leaf border and the window and door frames are decorated by carved lions heads. Downstairs WC Situated between the main hall and the garden door. With a coat storage room leading off it. Garden Room This delightful room with floor to ceiling sash window looking onto the garden was originally the meat and beer cellar.
Seller Insight Dr. & Mrs. Richards have lived in this property with their four children for 17 years and it has been a wonderful family home for them. “The children are grown up now and have moved to various other locations around the world. We adore the house and are sad to be moving away, but it is time to let another family enjoy the wonderful life we have been so lucky to have in this house!” recalls Mrs. Richards “We needed a big home for our family. We fell in love with the beautiful Georgian architecture of this house and loved that it is completely unique within the area. The house has abundant examples of neo-classical features of the era including Roman/Greek/Egyptian style friezes, and carvings.” “The drawing room is a wonderful place for family and friends to gather around the beautiful fireplace. The room is always flooded with light through the two enormous floor to ceiling windows. The house is full of original features, built in 1827, it still holds charm, stories and memories of everyone who has lived here.” One of the owners favourite rooms is the Orangery. “It is a wonderful feature and the perfect place to enjoy breakfast in the summer, enjoying the view of the garden with the sunlight flooding in.” “The huge kitchen is always the gathering place and spacious enough to allow everyone to gather, chat, eat and drink – the house comes alive with parties and the kitchen is always the hub of drinking and socialising.” The views of the garden from all sides of the house are beautiful – especially when it has snowed, it is like a private Narnia with the forest and sweeping lawns. An enchanting playground for children! In the summer they would spend hours in the garden making dens and playing games. The views of Wellington Road, and the other gorgeous Georgian houses from some of the bedrooms remind you that you’re not in the middle of nowhere! 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.
Breakfast Room Accessed via the main living room and the kitchen, this spacious and sunny room with views through to the kitchen provides an ideal setting for informal dining. Kitchen This was the original kitchen for the house and still has its York stone floor. It has been fully modernised to provide units and storage, a double oven and central island area for food preparation. All surfaces are black granite. The servants call bell system to the rooms is still functioning. Butlers Pantry This room with period wooden cupboards is accessed via a small hallway leading between the servants entrance, the kitchen and the cellars. It provides an ideal store and additional walk in pantry for the kitchen. Cellars Accessed from the servants hallway the stair case leads to three cellars, one with a barrel vaulted ceiling. These rooms are ideal for storing wine or indeed anything else. They are relatively dry and do not flood. Utility Room Accessed via a couple of steps down from the breakfast room. This room houses the hot water boiler and hot water tank and has space from washing and drying machines and other storage. It can be accessed directly from the outside. Accessed by stairs from the utility room is a medium sized dry cellar for additional storage.
Master Bedroom The master bedroom is situated at the top of the stairs. It is a large light room with views onto the garden via three large sash windows There is a separate dressing annex with fitted wardrobes. There are two other wardrobes in the room and it has a fully refurbished en-suite bathroom. There is a large marble fireplace in the room used frequently during the winter months. Master Bathroom En-suite Looking onto the west facing garden, fully refurbished with a shower cubicle and ball and claw cast iron bath. The wall and floors are tiled to a high standard.
Bedroom Two A large light room overlooking the driveway and garden complete with en-suite, equipped with bath/shower, a separate area for the wash basin and WC. Recently refurbished. Bedroom Three A spacious room with built in wardrobes and desk/dressing table overlooking the driveway. Period fireplace not currently in use. Bedroom Four Another spacious room with separate walk in closet overlooking the driveway. Period fireplace not currently in use. Bedroom Five Smaller room overlooking the garden currently used as a study with fitted office furniture in oak. Bedroom Six Smaller room adjacent to the family bathroom overlooking the garden. Family Bathroom The family bathroom has a tiled floor, shower cubicle and bath. Bedroom Seven Situated over the original coach house and accessed either via the main landing or the original servants staircase. A large room with views over the coach house and garden. It has a linen room attached to it.
Garden A large and beautiful garden within a listed red brick wall surrounds the house on three sides. There are two stone flagged patio areas with ample seating space. The garden is divided into three main areas. A formal garden with lawn and herbaceous borders, a larger lawned area with trees and shrubs and a small wood. There are numerous mature trees with the garden which is very private. Orangery Conservatory The original orangery is accessed via the garden and dining room. It is a good sized room with beautiful arched full height windows facing onto the main garden. The doors are in need of love and attention. Tools Shed An original brick built tool shed is attached to the back of the original coach house. There are two further wooden sheds of good size within the garden.
EDGBASTON Traditionally one of the most upmarket and affluent areas of Birmingham, Edgbaston is referred to as “where the trees begin”. This picturesque leafy suburb is home to both the University of Birmingham and the Edgbaston Cricket Ground. A wide range of schools for children of all ages are available both in the state and private sectors. Examples are West House and Hallfield Preparatory Schools, The Blue Coat School, Edgbaston High School for Girls, St George’s, The Priory and King Edward Foundation Schools and a choice of excellent grammar schools for both boys and girls. There are also good state schools in Harborne Village such as St Mary’s Roman Catholic School, St Peters Church of England School, Harborne Infants and Junior School and Chad Vale. There are superb medical facilities in the area both in the NHS and private sectors, they include the new University Hospital NHS Trust, Selly Oak NHS Trust, The Women’s Hospital, The Edgbaston Nuffield and Priory Hospitals and The Princess Diana Hospital for Children. Edgbaston Priory Tennis & Squash Club, Edgbaston, Harborne and Moseley Golf Clubs, Harborne Hockey & Cricket Club, The Archery Tennis Club, and the prestigious Warwickshire Cricket Club are all within easy reach. The Birmingham Botanical Gardens are nearby, as is Cannon Hill Park with its Midlands Arts Centre and the exciting Barber Institute of Art at Birmingham University. In the past few years the area around Broad Street, linking Five Ways to the city centre has been developed and improved to provide excellent business and recreational facilities. Within a mile stretch can be found the International Convention Centre with its superb conference facilities and the world-renowned Symphony Hall, home to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. The National Indoor Arena, venue for many international sporting and cultural events, is close to the same complex as is The Birmingham Repertory Theatre, The Hyatt and Marriott Hotels, numerous restaurants bars and bistros. Birmingham is also the base for The Birmingham Royal Ballet. The world famous Royal Shakespearean Theatre at Stratford-upon-Avon is about an hour away by car.
Location Located in beautiful leafy Edgbaston, this property feels as though you could be in the countryside, although Birmingham City centre, and all it has to offer, is on the doorstep. Also Harborne is only a 5 minute drive away, with an M&S Food store, Waitrose, wonderful restaurants and friendly pubs – like the Plough. There is a huge new Morrisons 5-10 minute minute drive away and Birmingham University is a 5 minute drive, as is the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Eating and drinking out in Edgbaston/Birmingham is wonderful – the choice ranges from Michelin star restaurants, to high street brasseries. New, hip hotspots are popping up all the time providing unlimited options for any mood. Warwickshire Cricket Ground and Canon Hill Park are also very close. Edgbaston Golf Club and the Priory Tennis Club are a 5 minute walk away. The LG Arena is a 10 minute train/ 20 minute drive and is home to the Wedding Show and Crufts every year, and then all famous music acts on tour. The property is incredibly well connected transport wise – with a 10 minute walk to Grand Central / Snow Hill. Copious buses into town from the bottom of the road (approx. 10 minutes). A taxi ride will rarely cost more than £5-10 from Brindley Place, The Jewellery Quarter, Central Birmingham etc. Birmigham Canals, Brindley Place and the Jewellery Quarter are all 10 minutes by car. Trains to London 1 hour 15 mins – from Moor Street or Grand Central. Edgbaston is considered to be the finest area in Birmingham and
EDGBASTON WEST MIDLANDS • 118 miles from London • Easy access to M6, M6 Toll, M5, M42, M40 • Local train links: Five Ways, Birmingham New Street, Birmingham Moor Street, Birmingham Snow Hill
is abundant with beautiful properties of the Georgian and Victorian era. The house is part of the Calthorpe Estate, and as such is within a conservation area ensuring that the beauty of the estate remains protected. This includes the wonderful old and established trees that are such a feature of Edgbaston.
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Agents Notes Gas Fired Central Heating Mains Electric & Water Mains Drainage System
Bedroom 1 4.53 x 7.07 14'10" x 23'2"
Ensuite Bedroom 7 4.00x 2.50 13'1" x 8'2"
Family Bathroom
Bedroom 5 4.00x 3.43 13'1" x 11'3"
Local Authority Birmingham City Council
Dressing Room 2.05x 1.64 6'8" x 5'4"
Cellar 4.62 x 2.42 15'1" x 7'11"
2.05x 16.23 6'8" x 53'2"
Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on
Bedroom 2 4.57 x 4.18 14'11" x 13'8"
Opening Hours
Store Room 3.02 x 2.02 9'10" x 6'7"
Ensuite
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Basement
Bedroom 6 4.24 x 6.31 13'10" x 20'8"
Bedroom 4 4.62 x 4.07 15'1" x 13'4"
Bedroom 3 4.61 x 4.70 15'1" x 15'5"
Kitchen 1.40 x 2.13 4'7" x 6'11"
Monday to Friday 8:30am – 6:30pm
Shower Room
Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm
First Floor
Sunday viewings/appointments available Living Room 5.62 x 4.25 18'5" x 13'11"
Garden Room 2.15 x 6.20 7'0" x 20'4"
Bedroom 5.46 x 3.34 17'10" x 10'11"
Approximate Gross Internal Area Main Dwelling: 507.10 sq m / 5458 sq ft Coach House: 47.40 sq m / 510 sq ft Out Building: 14.83 sq m / 155.53 sq ft
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Total: 554.50 sq m / 5968 sq ft Illustration for identification purposes only
Drawing Room 5.34 x 7.07 17'6" x 23'2"
Measurements are approximate only
Snug 5.47 x 2.65 17'11" x 8'8"
Hallway 2.06 x 8.50 6'9" x 27'10"
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First Floor
Ground Floor
Dining Room 4.52 x 5.74 14'9" x 18'9"
Cellar 2.03 x4.27 6'8" x 14'0"
Garden Store 4.70 x 1.39 15'5" x 4'6"
Study 4.53x 4.20 14'10" x 13'9"
Hall
Kitchen 4.65 x 4.66 15'3" x 15'3" Breakfast Room 4.65 x 5.20 15'3" x 17'0"
Laundry Room 4.29 x 2.50 14'0" x 8'2"
Coach House 4.18 x 3.66 13'9" x 12'0"
Cellar 4.50 x 4.50 14'9" x 14'9"
Parking
Butlers Pantry
Ground Floor
Basement N
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