The Old Vicarage enjoys far-reaching south-easterly views of beautiful countryside to the rear. Mainly laid to lawn with seating areas, the garden enjoys mature oaks, beech, and several fruit trees with tranquil paddocks. The superb stone balustrade sun terrace next to the house offers a wonderful area for alfresco dining.

This 1882 red brick home has handsome high-pitch gable ends, and decorative brickwork typical of the Victorian period. The current owners purchased the property in poor condition and have extended and refurbished it to a high standard.

The front door sits in an attractive stucco porch with pilasters and a character fan-light window. The inner vestibule opens to the hallway leading to bar/lobby, snug, formal lounge, WC, and a staircase.

The formal lounge has glorious garden views. Two antique working fireplaces provide delightful focal points.

Snug is a spacious room with a dual aspect. Windows overlook mature shrubs and trees, perfect for relaxed evenings.

Wet bar/lobby has a beautiful marble fireplace, and pillars and is fitted with granite top, oak/mirror units and sink.

Family/cinema room is well-equipped with a Holtkamp TV unit and surround speakers. A statuary marble fireplace is a splendid focal point.

The magnificent kitchen/breakfast room has bespoke German floor-to-ceiling wall units, and a comprehensive range of integrated Miele appliances including fridge, freezer, steam oven, combi oven/microwave, convection oven, American-style double oven, plate warmer, coffee machine, washing machine and dishwasher. The large Star Galaxy granite island has five-ring Miele induction hob, five-ring gas hob, ceiling-mounted extractor, two pop-up electric points, drawers, moulded Corian top with sink, and a breakfast table for six. Another Corian worktop has two Mixa sinks and waste disposal.

The sublime sun lounge/formal dining room has statuary marble fireplace, marble pillars, and dropped feature ceiling. The floor-to-ceiling French doors and windows provide extensive garden views.

A second kitchen is fully fitted with Asoluto Nero granite tops, several appliances and marble floor as is the guest WC.

The rear hall leads to a large study, and oak library with skylights and French doors. The en suite shower room is fitted with Porcelanosa tiles, vanity unit and multi-jet shower. This space is perfect for use as an annexe/business/home office/study suite.

Stairs lead to the landing with original, ornate leaded glass window. The luxurious principal bedroom suite also has a private staircase from the ground floor. The bedroom has French doors opening to a fabulous fibreglass balcony with stunning views. The impeccably fitted en suite bathroom has double-wash basins in black quartz with cupboards below. An air tub, and a separate walk-in multi-jet shower provide everything expected from a luxurious bathroom. The walk-in dressing room is large and fitted with floor-to-ceiling mirrored wardrobes, beige pink granite-topped vanity tables by a window for natural light, and two islands.

Large double bedrooms 2, 3 and 4 have fitted mirror wardrobes, desks, side tables and modern fitted en suite shower rooms. Family bathroom 1 has granite top, wall to wall mirror, cupboards, bath and shower. Large double bedrooms 5 and 6 have fitted mirror sliding wardrobes, desk and dressing tables. Family bathroom 2 with a shower over bath is impeccably presented with granite top, mirror and base units.

Barn Cottage
This superb cottage with integral garage is exquisitely renovated. Private access, gates and parking provide much rental potential and it is currently tenanted. The front door opens to the kitchen diner with fitted units, blue pearl granite work surfaces, splash backs and integrated appliances. There is a characterful ground floor double bedroom/office with oak beams to the ceiling. Stairs rise to the sitting room and double bedroom, the modern mirror wardrobes in the hallway, and the modern family bathroom.

Barnt Green Railway Station 0.9 miles, Barnt Green 1.2 miles, M42 (J2) 3 miles, Birmingham City Centre 10.8 miles, Birmingham International Airport 17.5 miles (all distances are approximate)

Barnt Green is a delightful village offering a variety of amenities including local shopping facilities, cafes, two popular gastropubs, a doctors' surgery, two churches, several dentists, St Andrews First School (with 'Outstanding Ofsted status) and Barnt Green Railway station providing direct trains to Birmingham New Street.

The property itself is located 1.2 miles from the village centre on a quiet lane and is most wonderfully positioned for views over open countryside.

The renowned Lickey Hills Country Park offers amazing outdoor activities and is only 1.6 miles by car, and the nearest trail is only a 10 min walk away. Upper and Lower Bittel Reservoirs are nearby, approximately 20 mins on foot. The famous 18th century St Michael's Church is only a 10 min walk from the house.

There are many sporting facilities including a cricket club, Blackwell Golf Club, Barnt Green Sailing Club and many other societies including a local orchestra, and the Midland Sinfonia.
There is easy access to M5/M42 motorway links, Birmingham International Airport and Birmingham City centre is approximately 10.8 miles away.