Glenruel Tilehouse Lane | Tidbury Green | Solihull | West Midlands
GLENRUEL Set within the much sought after semi-rural village of Tidbury Green, Glenruel is a charming 1920’s character semi-detached benefitting from significant re-modelling and modernisation throughout. This beautifully presented four bedroomed family home also benefits from open countryside views front and back, and a truly stunning extensive garden.
This deceptively spacious property briefly comprises of a good sized private gravelled driveway, entrance porch, charming inner hall, front sitting room, rear living room, orangery/family room, excellent breakfast kitchen, gym/study, utility room and covered side passage. Upstairs there is a fabulous master bedroom with dressing room and en-suite, two further double bedrooms, a single bedroom and a fabulous family bathroom. Outside to the rear is an outstanding mature garden with summer house and various storage sheds, wood sheds and seating areas. From the moment you reach the front door into the porch, this property just breaths charm and character drawing you in. There is a lovely welcoming entrance hall, immaculate in decor and design, having original wooden flooring, feature stained glass window, and lovely dog leg staircase with stair rods and Berber wool twist runner. Doors lead from the hallway to the principle reception rooms. A delightful sitting room to the front of the property, contemporary colours and design blend with the charm of an original open fireplace, lovely large bay windows and warm furnishings.
The living room to the rear of the property offers the perfect place to relax and unwind. A dual fuel log burner provides a wonderful focal point, and with double French wooden doors through to the Orangery, this creates a superb flow to the downstairs space. The exceptional design and use of dual walled bi-folds in the Orangery really do bring the outdoors in, with a two sided aspect to the opening allowing the entire rear of this space to fully enjoy the stunning patio and gardens beyond. Engineered oak flooring and high polycarbonate roofing makes the perfect place to relax and entertain. A clever conversion of the garage has created a good sized gym and study, with plenty of light provided through a large Velux and the large stained glass through from the hallway. Retaining a section at the front of the garage and the garage door itself there is a useful storage area which also allows any prospective buyer to return the room to a full garage if required.
The superb refitted and re-modelled breakfast kitchen creates the perfect balance between practicality and style. The bespoke hand-built oak units and flooring contrast with granite work tops and the centre island with its curved edges makes the perfect place for casual dining or additional workspace. The Rangemaster is inset with a lovely brick and oak beam feature chimney extractor and the kitchen benefits from both a Belfast inset sink within the side units and a separate preparation sink in the island. A tall larder unit houses the integrated fridge freezer plus additional storage, high ceilings and pastel shades give a contemporary country feel to the room. A utility room is accessed from the kitchen with space for washing machine and tumble dryer, a 1.5 bowl stainless steel laundry sink, a range of storage units and the Baxi Boiler housing. A useful covered side passage which also leads from the kitchen gives access to the rear garden and back through to the gym.
Seller Insight Glenruel is a superb, spacious family home in the pleasant rural setting of Tidbury Green village, only a few miles from Solihull. The present owners Mark and Sharon, realised the potential of the house and completely refurbished it to design a home that is both ultra comfortable and a sophisticated entertaining venue. The generous open plan space of the kitchen flows easily into the conservatory, and is the busy heart of the home. The well equipped kitchen is a sociable room, where you can sit at the central island and chat with the cook. The conservatory is the perfect place for homework, relaxation and dining, flooded with natural light, even on the dullest of days. Care was taken in the design to ensure that windows framed attractive garden views. In the conservatory the stunning glass wall pulls you towards the garden. Open the doors in the summer and the garden becomes an extension to the house, as an outside living room. The house is an easy entertaining venue and after a more formal meal, it is perfect to walk into the lounge for drinks and conversation. Whilst the second sitting room allows children to watch their TV programmes; or is a calm space where you can spend some individual time. For the energetic, the garage has been transformed into a state of the art gym, complete with a mirror across one wall, and a wall mounted TV. It also doubles as a study. With four bedrooms the house easily accommodates overnight visitors and the master bedroom has attractive views across the garden. The garden is the jewel in the crown of this lovely property. It has been the setting for numerous parties, when guests can wander through the four different and charming ‘rooms,’ and sit and chat around the fire pit at the top of the garden. It is a child friendly garden; they enjoy harvesting the fruit trees, playing garden football: and its maze like arrangement is perfect for games of make believe.
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.
Re-modelled and extended the master bedroom is fabulous - pastel blues and whites, beautiful furnishings and natural wool carpets creates a peaceful luxurious space. Gorgeous drapes lead through to the en-suite bathroom containing a white suite, tiled flooring and separate shower cubicle. The master bedroom also has the added benefit of a fully fitted walk in wardrobe.
The extended family bathroom has been refurbished to a very high standard with porcelain tiling, Carrara marble flooring, exquisite claw foot bath, his and hers inset sinks and a good sized double shower cubical. Cool greys, creams and whites together with the traditional style radiator help to compliment the contemporary style. There are two further goods sized doubles, one with open views to the front and one overlooking the rear gardens. Both rooms benefit from excellent built in wardrobes, large windows allowing plenty of natural light and wool Berber twist carpets. The fourth bedroom is a charming single with a built in bed, space for storage and has a side aspect. The perfect room for a young child or nursery. There is also a good sized eaves storage area on the landing. The loft space is boarded with a light and ladder for access.
Once in a while you come across a truly “secret� garden and Glenruel has just that. A pretty quintessential English country garden which meanders to create a sense of five gardens in one. Benefitting from a southern aspect, the open patio area is beautifully landscaped with mature shrubs to the sides offering total privacy. There is a spacious patio and outdoor dining area house ideal for the BBQ, garden furniture and entertaining. Herb gardens intersperse with Hostas and Ferns to fringe gravelled paths and further open dining areas. The gravel path with inset stepping stones winds down the first garden section past well stoked borders and an abundance of mature shrubbery. The pathway continues either side of the first lawned area which is presided over by a charming arbour seat for two. Moving through a small gate is a lovely woodland area with an excellent wood cutting space and a good sized shed, on the opposite side of the wild flower garden is a delightful summer house, currently carpeted and housing a fridge, kettle, a cosy little settee and chairs, perfect to unwind and grab a tea break from gardening. Following the lawned area around the borders the garden provides plenty of sunlight for fruit and vegetables, raised beds and a fixed glass greenhouse make this an excellent area for gardeners to potter. Vines adorn the lattice fencing breaking up the last couple of sections and further fruit trees mix with mature shrubs and trees. To the very end of the garden is a great sized lawned area, open fields beyond and a fabulous sunken fire pit, complete with a fairy ring of tree stump seats, this garden provides something for everyone to enjoy and is a truly fabulous feature of this charming family home.
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 This property is located on Tilehouse Lane in Tidbury Green, a village and civil parish within the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull. Tidbury Green is a friendly community with a good primary school and activities centred on the village hall. The many amenities of Solihull are only approximately a 15 minute drive away. It is just over 1 kilometre to Dickens Heath, and the local station is a few minutes walk. There are excellent sporting and leisure facilities in the area, with a choice of nearby golf clubs, and Earlswood Lakes offers sailing fishing and walking pursuits. Many neighbouring villages including Tanworth-in-Arden, Lapworth, Alvechurch and Henley-in-Arden provide delightful countryside walks and bistro inns. Motorways Perfectly located for Junction 4 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 Whitlocks End train station providing a direct link to Birmingham New Street and the City Centre. Airports Birmingham International Airport is located just over 10 miles away which, via the M42, is approximately 15 minutes drive. East Midlands Airport is 45 miles away, which via the M42 and A42, approximately 45 minutes drive.
TIDBURY GREEN SOLIHULL • 111 miles from London • Easy access to M6, M6 Toll, M5, M42, M40 • Local train links: Whitlocks End, Wythall, Earlswood, Shirley, Solihull
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Agents Notes
384 Tilehouse Lane, Tidbury Green, Solihull, B90 1PX
Gas Fired Central Heating Mains Electric & Water
Approximate Gross Internal Area = 184.9 sq m / 1990 sq ft (Excluding Eaves)
Telephone/Broadband Local Authority
= Reduced headroom below 1.5m / 5'0
Dining Room / Conservatory 5.87 x 2.90 19'3 x 9'6
Council Tax Band E Viewing Arrangements
Kitchen 5.22 x 3.35 17'2 x 11'0
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Bedroom 4.06 x 3.34 13'4 x 10'11
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Sitting Room 4.25 x 3.75 13'11 x 12'4
Approximate Gross Internal Area
Bedroom 3.80 x 3.32 12'6 x 10'11
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Total (excluding eaves): 184.9 sq m / 1990 sq ft Illustration for identification purposes only. Measurements are approximate only.
Dn Gym / Study 4.28 x 3.17 14'1 x 10'5
Bedroom 4.10 x 3.35 13'5 x 11'0
Eaves
Store 3.11 x 0.76 10'2 x 2'6
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Opening Hours
Sunday viewings/appointments available
Bedroom 2.14 x 1.77 7'0 x 5'10
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0121 746 6400
Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm
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Sitting Room 3.49 x 3.35 11'5 x 11'0
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Monday to Friday 8:30am – 6:30pm
Utility 2.80 x 2.00 9'2 x 6'7
Ground Floor
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
First Floor FLOORPLANZ © 2016 0845 6344080 Ref: 169541
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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 05/07/2016
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