6 bedroom detached house for sale

The Old Vicarage is located in the countryside between the highly desirable villages of Cofton Hackett and Barnt Green in Worcestershire. Imagine stepping into your own piece of local Victorian history, a beautiful and versatile family home that boasts period charm, with rooms that have been meticulously updated for modern family life. Perfect for the discerning family who appreciate both heritage and contemporary style. Step inside to discover a symphony of space, where grand proportions meet modern conveniences. Explore six beautifully appointed bedrooms, each its own haven. Unwind in living areas bathed in natural light. This beautiful home is waiting for your family to write its next chapter.

Location - Outdoor pursuits surround the property with Lickey Hills Country Park and the Upper & Lower Bittell Reservoirs only a short walk away. For golf enthusiasts, the prestigious Blackwell Golf Club is only a 7 minute drive away. Barnt Green train station is less than a mile feom the property, giving excellent commuter links into Birmingham New Street and beyond. London will only be 52 minutes away from Birmingham when HS2 is completed. M42 junction 2 is also within easy reach, giving access to the rest of the Midlands Motorway Network. The property lies within catchment of excellent schools at both primary and secondary levels, with the highly-rated Bromsgrove School less than 20 minutes away.

Grand Entrances & Formal Surroundings - As grand entrances go, there aren’t many grander than the entrance hall of The Old Vicarage. You are immediately welcomed by a light and airy space that sets the scene for elegance to come. The hall doubles as a reception lobby, with its own seating area, stunning marble fireplace and a bar for entertaining family and friends.

On the right of the inner vestibule lies the snug room for cosy evenings in. At the rear of the hall lies the formal sitting room.

This sumptuous room is filled with natural light from large feature windows and a bay with French doors that open-out onto the sun terrace and grounds, ideal for al-fresco gatherings! Two beautiful open fireplaces at either end of this elegant room provide focal points for the seating areas and comfort in the colder months.

The Sun Lounge & Dining Area - At the rear of the reception lobby, through a small inner hallway with double doors, you’ll find the sun lounge & dining area. This refined open-plan space is flooded with natural light from the walk-in bay window, floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors that provide views to the south-east over the grounds, and access to the sun terrace and gardens.
The large marble Regency fireplace provides a focal point for the spacious seating area, and there’s space for at least eight settings in the formal dining area. Underfloor heating, beautiful marble flooring & pillars, and detailed ceilings add unique features to this wonderful space.

The Kitchen & Breakfast Room - It is often said that the kitchen is the beating heart of any family home and that is definitely the case at The Old Vicarage! The walk-in bay window with French doors and adjacent window provide ample light to this beautiful kitchen and breakfast room that is equipped to the highest standards.

Set across two walls are tailor-made Rational German high-gloss floor-to-ceiling units, integrated with a comprehensive range of Míele appliances.
The window wall has a moulded Corian worktop with waterfall edge with two large ‘Mixa’ sinks, further integrated Míele appliances, including a coffee machine and there’s more useful storage space.

The large Star Galaxy granite-topped island incorporates a five-ring induction hob and a separate five-ring gas hob and further storage space underneath. Underfloor heating with marble floors complete the features of this incredible ‘heart of the home’.

Family Room & Study Complex - Doorways from the rear of the kitchen and a private inner hallway lead you to the family room. The Holtkamp unit with surround speakers provides space for a large flat-screen TV, ideal for family entertainment. When ‘peace & quiet’ descends on this room, the marble fireplace provides a focal point. Dual-aspect windows and French doors to the side terrace fill this space with natural light.

A marble-floored rear hallway, accessed from the reception lobby, has doors that open-out onto the guest WC (below left), second kitchen/utility, and a study/home office.

Beyond the study lies a useful shower suite and a library, beautifully fitted with solid-oak shelves. The French doors and apex ceiling with skylights fill this tranquil room with natural light.

Principal Bedroom Suite - Ascend the switch-back staircase with its original, ornate leaded glass window to the gallery landing and directly opposite lies a small lobby that leads to the luxurious principal bedroom suite. The lobby also has its own private staircase from the ground floor. The large bedroom has south-east facing French doors and windows that open on to a fabulous balcony, where there are stunning views of the garden and grounds.

The en-suite bathroom is a sumptuous room that surrounds you with luxury. Porcelanosa tiles adorn the walls and floor, a raised air tub for the ultimate in relaxation and the multi-jet walk-in shower provide everything you would expect from a luxurious bathroom.

The large walk-in dressing room is fully fitted with floor-to-ceiling mirrored wardrobes, a beige-pink granite topped vanity table and two granite topped islands with an ottoman provide additional storage and dressing comfort.

Bedrooms Two & Three - To the right of the main staircase lies bedroom two and bedroom three. Both of these king-sized bedrooms look out on to the grounds at rear of the house through picture windows that provide ample natural light. They have high-quality floor-to-ceiling wardrobes, a study desk, side tables and their own private and well-equipped en-suites.

Family Bathroom - Fully-tiled family bathroom, there’s a Gröhe shower over the bath, plenty of storage space and a large privacy window providing ample light.

Bedroom Four - On the west corner of the gallery landing lies bedroom four, which enjoys similar fittings to bedrooms two & three.

Bedrooms Five & Six - A staircase nestled between the bathroom and principal suite leads you to the second floor landing (below middle-left) and double bedrooms five and six. Excellent storage space is provided by mirrored sliding fitted wardrobes. The separate dressing vanity table, and a run of desk top are perfect for young adult, or a student.

Further Bathroom - Impeccably equipped and provides convenience and privacy for the two bedrooms on this second floor.

Barn Cottage - Barn Cottage is a superb newly renovated, two bedroom, fully double-glazed annexe with an integral garage. It is beautifully appointed and sits opposite and to the left-hand side of The Old Vicarage. With private access from Cofton Church Lane and independent gates, the property has huge parking space and much rental potential. It is currently tenanted.

Garden & Paddocks - The Old Vicarage sits in approximately 4 acres of its own grounds, with beautiful far-reaching views. The grounds are mainly laid to lawn with seating areas and mature trees interspersed throughout the garden and paddocks beyond. The superb stone balustrade sun terrace next to the house offers a wonderful area for al fresco dining or enjoying the sunshine.

Services - Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage.
None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

Council Tax - Tax band is G.

Tenure - Freehold - References to the tenure of a property are based on information supplied by the seller. We are advised that the property is freehold. A buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor.

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