Semi-detached house for sale in Stourbridge Road, Bromsgrove B61

A magnificent Victorian property, nestled in the heart of Bromsgrove. Built in 1900, this three-storey residence exudes Victorian charm seamlessly blended with modern amenities.

Description

Entrance
The entrance to the property is adorned with a block paved pathway, guiding you through the front garden to an impressive Victorian portico boasting a beautifully tiled floor. On either side of this pathway, beds of vibrant plants offer a delightful array of colours and textures that evolve with the seasons. Enclosed by quaint dwarf walls, the garden exudes charm. A pathway extends alongside the property, leading to secure gated access to the rear garden.

As you step through the magnificent front door featuring delightful stained-glass panels, you are immediately welcomed by the breathtaking Minton flooring that graces the hallway, hinting at the grandeur that awaits beyond. The hallway, boasting lofty ceilings, intricate covings and ornate mouldings, seamlessly links to the sitting room/dining room, cloakroom and kitchen through elegantly framed doorways, while a staircase ascends to the first floor. Additionally, a doorway conveniently provides access to a spacious cellar.

Living Room
Enter the enchanting living room/dining room, where exquisite coving, intricate ceiling roses, a bronze column radiator and beautiful period fireplaces create an atmosphere of timeless elegance, serving as the focal point of the room. The reception area is bathed in natural light streaming through its expansive front-facing sash bay window, creating an inviting ambiance.

Dining Room
With seamless connectivity, the hallway effortlessly links to both areas, enhancing the overall flow of the room. At the rear, the dining room impresses with a floor-to-ceiling glazed window and a door that opens to the rear garden, complemented by another bronze column radiator.

Kitchen
The kitchen stands as a masterpiece, skilfully extended beyond its original footprint to integrate a utility area, repurposing the space that once housed a Victorian washroom and coal house into a practical haven for modern living. The kitchen features quality shaker style units adorned with granite worktops, a 1 1/2 bowl sink and a hob with an extractor hood overhead. Within the units, integrated appliances include a dishwasher, a warming drawer and two separate eye-level ovens, one with a double function as a microwave.

Adding functionality, a breakfast bar graces the worktops, while a recess within the cabinets provides ample space for an American style fridge freezer. Throughout the kitchen, quality wood effect tiling exudes style, while recessed spotlights illuminate the space. A sash window above the sink invites natural light in. Extra plugs underneath the breakfast bar provide convenient access to power sources, facilitating a comfortable and efficient work-from-home setup.

Breakfast Room
Adjacent to the kitchen, a breakfast/lounge area extends as part of the renovation, featuring a striking vaulted ceiling with an exposed original beam and a Velux window, a generous picture window at the rear and French doors to the side, infusing the space with abundant natural light. Modern elegance is accentuated by a contemporary vertical radiator, completing the fusion of style and functionality in this exceptional room.

Utility Room
The adjoining utility room seamlessly continues the style of the kitchen, featuring matching kitchen units and sumptuous granite worktops that incorporate a sink with a flexi-hose mixer tap. This tasteful addition offers generous storage for essentials, along with space and plumbing under the counter for both a washing machine and a dryer. Enhancing its appeal, the room boasts a vaulted ceiling adorned with two Velux windows, as well as a window on the side aspect and a stable door providing access to the outside.

Bedroom One
Ascending to the first-floor landing, you will find access to three inviting bedrooms, each offering comfortable and cosy retreats. Reflecting the layout of the impressive reception room below, bedroom one features a large sash bay window that floods the space with an abundance of natural light. Period details abound, including ornate cornices and a charming ceiling rose, adding character and charm to the room.

Bedrooms Two and Five
As spacious as bedroom one and exuding period charm, the second double bedroom offers a serene view of the rear garden through its sash window. A beautiful Victorian fireplace stands as a focal point, adding character and warmth to the room. The fifth bedroom, currently utilised as a study, is a cosy single room which can cater to various needs. Illuminated by a front-facing sash window, the room enjoys ample natural light.

Shower Room
The well-designed shower room exudes luxury with its high-level toilet, bidet and double washbasin set in stylish vanity cupboards, along with Amtico tiled wood-effect flooring, offer both functionality and elegance. The spacious walk-in shower boasts alcoves for toiletries, a rainfall showerhead and a handheld attachment. A large prelit mirror cupboard provides ample storage and a towel warmer and vertical radiator with a mirror combine warmth with practicality. A built-in cupboard houses the recently installed Worcester boiler, while a window seat conceals a laundry store. A discreet loft access panel provides even more storage options.

Bathroom
The well-appointed family bathroom offers a serene retreat, complete with a contemporary styled suite featuring a high- level WC, washbasin and bathtub with a rainfall shower head and separate hand-held shower attachment. Two obscure- glazed windows on the side aspect, adorned with fitted plantation-style shutters, flood the room with natural light while ensuring privacy. Elegant metro-styled tiles adorn the walls and bath panel, adding a touch of sophistication. A pre-lit mirror and recessed spotlights enhance visibility and ambiance, completing the aesthetics of this stylish and functional family bathroom.

Second Floor
Ascend to the top floor, where a well-lit landing, courtesy of a Velux window, guides you to two additional double bedrooms, offering cosy retreats with ample space. Accompanying these bedrooms is a convenient storage room, providing practical solutions for organising belongings and household items. There is also additional loft storage accessed from the landing.

Bedrooms Three and Four
Both of these generously sized double bedrooms are enhanced by ornate Victorian fireplaces, adding character and charm. The third bedroom is situated at the front of the property, offering a charming view of the surroundings, while the fourth bedroom overlooks the serene rear garden.

Garden
Step outside and indulge in the ample patio space, enveloped by colourful planting in the surrounding beds, creating a tranquil retreat. The well-designed landscaping of the garden provides plenty of room for alfresco dining, while a lawned area beyond is perfect for children’s playtime. A block paved pathway winds its way through the garden, leading to the garage and a secure gate providing access to the parking area at the rear of the property. Enclosed by secure panel fencing, the garden offers a safe and family- friendly environment for all to enjoy.

Parking
Conveniently situated at the rear of the garden, the garage can be accessed either through a pedestrian door or via the garage door, which opens onto the parking area. Ample parking space is available at the rear of the property, ensuring convenient parking for residents and guests alike.

Location

Aberglebe stands as an exquisite Victorian family home nestled in the heart of Bromsgrove, where historic charm intertwines seamlessly with modern convenience.

Bromsgrove boasts a vibrant town centre, bustling with an array of shops, cafés and restaurants. From charming boutiques to well-established retailers, Bromsgrove caters to a diverse range of tastes and preferences. Families are drawn to Bromsgrove for its exceptional schooling options, epitomised by the renowned Bromsgrove School. Near to Aberglebe are both Meadows First School, rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted and Parkside Middle School, boasting an Ofsted rating of ‘good’.

For commuters and adventurers alike, Bromsgrove’s strategic location offers unparalleled convenience. Positioned just off the M5 motorway and with excellent rail links, residents can effortlessly reach Birmingham, Worcester and beyond. Whether commuting for work or exploring the picturesque countryside surroundings, Bromsgrove serves as an ideal hub for travel enthusiasts.

Services

Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage. Broadband is available at this property.

Fees

Reservation Fee - refundable on exchange

A reservation fee, refundable on exchange, is payable prior to the issue of the Memorandum of Sale and after which the property may be marked as Sold Subject to Contract. The fee will be reimbursed upon the successful Exchange of Contracts.

The fee will be retained by Andrew Grant in the event that you the buyer withdraws from the purchase or does not Exchange within 6 months of the fee being received other than for one or more of the following reasons:

1. Any significant material issues highlighted in a survey that were not evident or drawn to the attention of you the buyer prior to the Memorandum of Sale being issued.
2. Serious and material defect in the seller’s legal title.
3. Local search revealing a matter that has a material adverse effect on the market value of the property that was previously undeclared and not in the public domain.
4. The vendor withdrawing the property from sale.

The reservation fee levels are as follows:
An agreed offer under £500,000 will be £750 inclusive of vat
an agreed offer between £500,000 and £1,000,000 will be £2,000 inclusive of vat
all agreed offers over £1,000,000 will be £3,000 inclusive of vat

The reservation fee is payable upon acceptance by the vendor of an offer from a buyer and a positive completion of an assessment of the buyer’s financial status and ability to proceed.
Should a buyer’s financial position regarding the funding of the property prove to be fundamentally different from that declared by the buyer when the Memorandum of Sale was completed, then the Vendor has the right to withdraw from the sale and the reservation fee retained. For example, where the buyer declares themselves as a cash buyer but are in fact relying on an unsecured sale of their property.

Once the reservation fee has been paid, any renegotiation of the price stated in the memorandum of sale for any reason other than those covered in points 1 to 3 above will lead to the reservation fee being retained. A further fee will be levied on any subsequent reduced offer that is accepted by the vendor. This further fee will be subject to the same conditions that prevail for all reservation fees outlined above.