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An attractive detached house in Edgbaston's premier road offering fantastic scope for significant extensions (subject to consents) to create a substantial modern family home set within a plot of around half an acre.SituationEdgbaston is an exclusive suburb of Birmingham, rich in history and being part of one of England's largest urban conservation areas. Much of Edgbaston comes under the control of the renowned Calthorpe Estate which is committed to preserving the quality and original character of the area and the properties within it, making this a most desirable and enjoyable place to live.Birmingham 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.Nearby Broad Street features Brindleyplace, an extensive leisure and business area around the canal network. It includes the International Convention Centre, the National Indoor Area, several excellent theatres, and the world-renowned Symphony Hall, home to one of the leading orchestras in Europe.The Edgbaston Priory Tennis and Squash Club, Edgbaston Golf Club, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Winterbourne Botanic Gardens and the Martineau Gardens are close by.A wide range of leading schools is available in the vicinity both in the private and state sectors. In the private sector they include Hallfield Preparatory School, West House School, Blue Coat School, Edgbaston High School for Girls, St George's School and The Priory School, King Edward's School and King Edward VI High School for Girls. In the state sector, Chad Vale Primary School and Harborne Academy are both within a quarter of a mile.The highly respected Birmingham University's main campus is approximately a mile away whilst Birmingham City University's Westbourne Road campus is less than half a mile distant.Superb medical facilities in the area include the redeveloped £550 million Queen Elizabeth Hospital which provides state of the art medical facilities for the region. The Edgbaston and Priory Hospitals are nearby, and The Birmingham Children's Hospital and City Hospital are within two and three miles respectively.Description89 Westfield Road is a traditional 1920's detached house set well back from Westfield Road in a fabulous plot of approximately half an acre. With existing accommodation extending in all to some 3,165 sq ft (294 sq m) the house is ample in size as it currently stands but there is obvious potential for side and rear extensions as well as a loft conversion if desired (all subject to obtaining the necessary consents). The scope of this potential is such that, if able to be fully exploited, this could become one of Westfield Road's most valuable properties.AccommodationThis most charming character property is entered via a solid oak front door into the impressive reception hall which has original oak panelling to the walls as well as original oak flooring. There are two leaded light windows to the front either side of the front door and there is an under-stairs cloaks cupboard, adjacent to which is the cloakroom WC. Doors radiate off the hall to the three reception rooms and breakfast kitchen.The drawing room has double doors opening from the hall and is a pleasant dual aspect room with leaded light windows to the front and rear and interesting plaster detailing to the ceiling adding character. Leaded glass double doors open into a garden room which is a delightful place to sit and enjoy the view of the large private front garden whilst the sun streams in through the large south facing window. A door off the garden room leads out to the rear garden.The dining room also has double doors opening from the hall, as well as a further door linking it directly to the kitchen. There is a wide leaded light window to the front, oak panelling to the walls, oak strip flooring, a tiled fireplace with stone surround, and decorative plasterwork to the ceiling.The breakfast kitchen is situated to the rear of the house overlooking the garden. There is a fitted corner bench seat in the breakfast area and whilst the kitchen units might be considered dated the kitchen is entirely functional and certainly adequate for use whilst a new buyer makes plans for renovations. A door off the kitchen leads into a cosy morning room which has windows overlooking the garden and a further door providing direct access to the hall. A further door off the kitchen opens into the large covered side area/utility area with various outbuildings.The oak panelled staircase from the reception hall leads up to the landing off which the four existing bedrooms radiate. From the landing a loft access hatch with pull down ladder reveals a particularly large loft area, ideal for storage but ripe for conversion to additional bedroom and bathroom accommodation if required.The master bedroom is a large room with windows to the front and side elevations. There is a walk-in wardrobe as well as a walk-through wardrobe leading to the sizeable en suite bathroom.Bedroom two is also a large double room with windows to the front and side and has a built-in wardrobe as well as a wash basin. Bedrooms three and four whilst smaller rooms both have a pleasant outlook over the rear garden. The bedrooms are served by a good sized house bathroom and separate WC.OutsideTo the front of the house is a sizeable foregarden set behind a high laurel hedge and close boarded fence to Westfield Road. The foregarden is primarily lawned but with planted beds and borders providing additional interest and greenery. The property is entered from Westfield Road through tall brick pillars up a long tarmacadam driveway which opens out to form parking for several cars. Timber double doors open off the drive into a large covered area to the side of the house which in turn leads to a single garage with side-sliding door. The covered side area is an ideal utility and storage area and also has a boiler room housing the gas central heating boiler, and a separate gardener's loo. There is a door from the covered side area leading into the kitchen and a further door to the rear leading out to the garden.The rear garden is an excellent size with a large paved terrace running the full width of the house from which steps lead down to the substantial lawn. The plot is flanked by mature trees and shrubs to give a good degree of screening and privacy as well as a green and pleasant outlook from the house and elevated terrace.We have measured the total area of the plot to be in the order of 0.49 acre (0.2 hectare).General informationTenure: The property is Freehold. The Agent has not checked the legal documents to verify the Freehold status of the property. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. The property is situated on the Calthorpe Estate and is subject to the Estate's Scheme of Management, a copy of which is available upon request.Services: All mains services are understood to be available and connected. The property is heated by gas fired central heating.Fixtures and Fittings: All fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars of sale are included in the asking price. All others are specifically excluded, but some items may be available by separate negotiation.Viewing: Strictly by prior appointment with the Selling Agents: Robert Powell, 7 Church Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 3SH. Telephone No: Regulated by RICS.

This wonderful double fronted six bedroom detached Georgian residence is situated in a generous plot of circa 1 acre within a prime residential area of Edgbaston. Here's what the owners have to say"We absolutely love living in our home. It is a perfect combination of heritage and contemporary, city and rural, and convenience and tranquillity. Spacious rooms with original features and individual characters in a nearly 200-year old beautiful Grade II listed house, provide all the space we need for modern family living. Ten minutes away from the city centre, the house is ideally located for us who enjoy the rich city life while the landscaped garden offers an enjoyable escape to the serenity of nature."frontageA gravel through driveway has mature bushes trees, flower beds and shrubbery encompassed by dwarf walls and mature hedgerow.HallwayAn inner vestibule leads to the wooden and stained glass doorway with Minton flooring, high ceilings, high skirting boards and period features throughout.Dining roomBeautiful wooden flooring, feature open fireplace, period features and wonderful triple glazed sash windows.Sitting roomSuperb feature fireplace with a dual fuel burner, wooden flooring, period features and French doors leading through to the orangery.OrangeryDelightful room with plenty of space for entertaining with mature trees, shrubbery and flower beds incorporated within the structure, stone flooring and two sets of double doors leading out to the patio area.StudyA lovely snug or study with a fabulous wooden fireplace, bookshelves, cornices all intricately carved with a large sash window with wooden shutters and wooden flooring.Breakfast kitchenA family dining area with a dual fuel burner in the feature chimney breast, wooden flooring and sash window to the front The kitchen has tiled flooring, a good range of base and eye level units, breakfast bar, built in cooker, hob and extractor, wooden double glazed window overlooking the rear garden and a wooden and glazed door leading into the pantry with an American style fridge freezer.Utility roomSpace for washing machine and tumble dryer with a further sink unit and storage cupboards.WorkshopCurrently used as a studio and workshop but with potential as a gym or garden office with doors leading out to the rear garden and patio.Study/store roomA further wooden stairway leads to further space, currently used for storage but would make a great study or play den with beautiful stained and leaded arched windows looking out to the rear garden.CloakroomLovely Minton flooring, low level WC, period features and sink unit with cupboard beneathcellarGood size cellar ideal for storage, plenty of space for wine with possibilities for development into an extra room with the correct tanking procedure.StairwayA beautiful wooden balustrade leads to the gallery landing with a wonderful view to the rear garden via the wooden sash window.Master bedroomLovely light room with two triple glazed sash windows overlooking the rear garden, period features and wooden door leading to .....Ensuite bathroomhaving a large fully enclosed and tiled shower cubicle, his and hers sink units with built in cupboards, two chrome towel rails, low flush WC, tiled splash backs and sash window overlooking the side aspect.Bedroom twoExcellent large room with triple glazed bay window overlooking the frontage and further triple glazed sash window and period features.Family bathroomThis family bathroom has tiled flooring, bath with shower over, low level WC, sink unit with built in cupboard. Chrome towel rail, tiled splash backs and extractor.Bedroom threeA cast iron fireplace with a large triple glazed bay window, period features and plenty of space for a variety of furniture.Bedroom fourTriple glazed sash windows overlook the frontage with cast iron fireplace, period features and space for bedroom furniture.Bathroom threeFurther family bathroom having a bath with shower over, low level WC, wash hand basin with built in cupboards, chrome towel rail tiled splash backs and triple glazed sash window overlooking the rear garden.StairwayThe stairway leads to a second floor landing with two wooden doors to the two bedrooms.Bedroom fiveGood size room with double glazed sash window overlooking the side aspect and attic storage areas..Bedroom sixFurther room currently used for storage but with plenty of scope for a double bedroom.GarageThe garage is mainly used for storage with access at the front via double wooden doors and further access at the rear into the utility area.Rear gardenA truly spectacular fully landscaped garden specifically designed for entertaining, relaxing and playing with specific areas for sports, cooking or simply sitting in the quiet with a book and listening to the stream. The patio area is ideal for entertaining and pathways and arbours then take you around the various sections of the garden. A lawn area is ideal for sports for young and old alike and then a further lawn area is ideal for picnics. Further down is the fruit tree selection with mature apple and plum trees and established plants. At the rear of the plot is a beautifully designed "Japanese style" garden incorporating a stream which opens to ornamental lakes with bridges over, mature trees and shrubbery and peaceful areas to sit and relax.

*investors portfolio* We are delighted to offer a 8 property cherry picked investment portfolio, available for bulk sale or individual purchase. Offering an ideal investment opportunity, located close to the proposed high-speed rail network linking Birmingham and London, HS2, Westminster Works is an ideal base for commuters to the north and south. On the edge of the Southern Gateway £1 billion regeneration zone Westminster Works offers city living within a vibrant new neighbourhood.The development offers concierge service, 24/7 security, Smart technology, Car parking and cycle storage, aCentral communal courtyard and roof terrace! An ideal investment or first home!The building shows reverence to this locale’s industrial heritage; seeking to re-establish the warehouse architecture that is seen in much of Digbeth’s urban grain and land use. The striking use of dark masonry provides a solid distinctive building that avoids pastiche and taking focus from its prominent red brick neighbours.Westminster Works’ location in Digbeth positions it at the heart of one of Birmingham’s most exciting regeneration projects – the HS2 Curzon Street Station scheme. Birmingham is ploughing almost £1 billion into regenerating the area around the planned HS2 Curzon Street Station, with new homes and amenities set to make the most of the new HS2 connection.Birmingham property prices have risen by 3.63% in the past year and by 29.52% in the past five years according to data from Zoopla. The annual price rise is comfortably ahead of the uk’s average property price increase, which Knight Frank reports to be 2.6% for the year to January 2018. The site is located in the eastern part of Birmingham. Digbeth is currently undergoing major regeneration on the back of the successful redevelopment of the Bull Ring Centre which is the main shopping destination of the West Midlands.These particulars are not intended to form part of any contract.

A magnificent Victorian gentleman's residence of exceptional quality, occupying a stunning plot of approximately 0.7 acre in a prime section of one of Edgbaston's most favoured roads.LocationWestfield Road is widely regarded as one of Edgbaston's most desirable roads and boasts some of the area's most impressive properties. Westfield Road is conveniently located for access to Birmingham City Centre which lies less than three miles to the east. Local shopping as well as bars and restaurants are available at nearby Five Ways or in neighbouring Harborne, both of which are within a mile.Description17 Westfield Road enjoys a particularly wide frontage of over 100ft (31m) which combines with distinctive architectural features to make it one of the most striking properties on the road. Attractive red brick elevations with ornate brickwork and stonework are complimented by a number of impressive stone mullioned windows, large bays and decorative leaded and stained glazing.The present owners have enjoyed many happy years in the property and over that time have lovingly refurbished and maintained the house and gardens to an exacting standard.AccommodationThe accommodation is laid out principally over three floors (plus cellars) extending in all to some 6992 sq ft (650 sq m).The property is entered via solid wood double front doors leading into an enclosed entrance porch. A charming leaded and stained glass inner front door opens into the large but inviting reception hall which has beautiful oak parquet flooring and decorative leaded and stained glass windows to the front.Off the hall radiate the three fine reception rooms; all with generous proportions and all with their own charming features. The dining room has part wood panelled walls and an attractive bay window to the front. The Drawing Room has parquet flooring continuing through from the hall, a large bay window with central double doors to the rear garden, and an attractive inglenook fireplace with decorative windows either side and a polished mahogany fire surround, slate hearth and coal effect gas fire. The sitting room also has a large bay window to the rear with central double doors, parquet flooring, recessed arch to one wall with fitted bookcase, an impressive fireplace with marble insert and carved wood surround, and decorative plaster detailing to the ceiling.The dining kitchen is to the front of the house and is a sociable space with a good sized dining area and an excellent cooking area. The bespoke handmade kitchen was replaced in 2010 and is of high quality design and build. The light coloured wood fronted units with contrasting inlays are timeless as are the quality black granite work-surfaces. There is extensive storage and preparation space with base and wall mounted units and a large island unit and breakfast bar. Further storage is on-hand in the adjacent pantry with its original slate shelf and additional fitted shelving to the walls. At the heart of the kitchen is a limited edition deep gloss black enamel and chrome four oven Aga. Other appliances include a Neff electric oven, Miele integrated dishwasher and a large free-standing American style fridge freezer.Adjacent to the kitchen is a utility room which was the former butler's pantry and has an array of storage shelves and cupboards as well as a sink and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer. Adjacent to the utility room is the large cloakroom and WC.The first floor accommodation is accessed via a wide staircase with a fabulous stained and leaded glass window on the half landing which allows natural light to flood into the core of the house. There are five double bedrooms in all on this floor served by three bathrooms.The master bedroom is situated to the rear and enjoys splendid views over the garden through a quadruple sash window bay. There is an attractive cast iron horseshoe style fireplace with coal effect gas fire and there is extensive fitted furniture including wardrobes, drawers and a dressing table. There is an en suite bathroom which is also accessed from the landing and has a Jacuzzi steam shower, bath, WC and wash basin set into a marble top and extensive fitted vanity unit with cupboards and drawers.Bedroom two has a triple sash bay window to the front and a cast iron horseshoe fireplace with coal effect gas fire. The attached en suite bathroom can also be accessed from the main landing as a house bathroom and is particularly spacious with a central freestanding bath, double walk-in shower enclosure, large vanity unit to one wall with integrated WC and wash basin.Of the remaining three first floor bedrooms, two are rear facing whilst one overlooks the front. Completing the first floor accommodation is a smaller house bathroom and separate WC.The second floor landing has a large window over the stairs and there is access off into a useful loft storage space. There are two double bedrooms, a drying/ironing room and a vast room which is made up of two former bedrooms and is now used as a study and living room.Outside17 Westfield Road occupies a superb plot of approximately 0.7 acre. To the front is a substantial gravelled driveway accessed from Westfield Road via electronically operated gates. To the side of the house timber double doors provide access to a blue bricked courtyard area allowing for additional concealed parking. The courtyard leads to a large detached garage as well as several stores and outbuildings including a gardener's loo.The rear garden is a spectacular backdrop to the house with far reaching views to be enjoyed from the slightly elevated rear terrace. A shallow slope from the terrace leads to the main lawn which is large and level. Towards the bottom of the garden, partially separated by planted beds is a further area of lawn interspersed with trees. A portion of the bottom of the garden (as seen approximately edged blue on the aerial photograph) measuring an additional 0.32 acre is occupied by way of an open-ended licence with Calthorpe Estates. Whilst it does not form part of the Title to the property, the current owners have enjoyed the benefit of the use of it as part of their garden for over 25 years, making the current usable plot just over an acre in total.Published May 2019

A rare opportunity to purchase a portfolio of a block of 6 student flats and 2 houses set in the heart of the Selly Oak student triangle. The flats are located just off the main Bristol Road within close proximity of Birmingham University and the main Selly Oak high street. The two houses are set back on an extremely desirable and sought after road on Harrow Road, all properties are rented out for the current academic year at £105pppw including bills, gross annual income is £212,160. All properties are rented out for the 2020/2021 academic year achieving an annual income of £218,400, please call Dixons to register your interest and to arrange a viewing.Portfolio of student hmo'sFully let out until June 2021Prime Student LocationIdeal Student Investmenttwo Detached Houses and a Block of FlatsAll Bills Includedcall dixons for further information!