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Ladbrook Hall North Penn Lane | Tanworth in Arden | B94 5HJ

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LADBROOK HALL NORTH In the heart of the Warwickshire countryside, occupying an idyllic and enviable location in the very desirable village of Tanworth-in-Arden, Ladbrook Hall is a magnificent Georgian manor house that was cleverly and sympathetically converted around 70 years ago into the three impressive properties. Ladbrook Hall North has been luxuriously upgraded throughout, offering a well-appointed three storey character home with elegance and style in perfect harmony with period charm and character.

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This beautiful home is presented throughout to the very highest standard of décor, style and interior design and briefly comprises of the following accommodation: reception hall, stunning breakfast kitchen, utility/boot room, beautiful living room, study/ground floor fourth bedroom with its own en suite. To the first floor is the magnificent principal bedroom and very impressive luxury bathroom, and there are two further delightful double bedrooms to the second floor. Outside there is a beautifully landscaped private rear garden and pretty courtyard to the front together with generous parking, all set within the wonderful grounds of Ladbrook Hall. Ladbrook Hall North is approached from Penn Lane, through a private gated entrance, along a sweeping tree lined driveway with mature shrubbed boundaries and a gated access to a private gravelled driveway. The delightful entrance into the property is beautifully planted with flowers, shrubs and bushes and has a decorative wooden archway, adorned with Honeysuckle, that leads through to a charming blue brick courtyard with a seating area, lighting, and further pretty planting. An oak stable front door leads into the property, where you are immediately drawn to the bespoke gothic arch with built in cloaks cupboard and pew seating. The staircase leads off to the first floor accommodation and to the right, a tongue and groove latch door leads into the stunning Wren fitted kitchen breakfast room. Completely refitted and re-styled in 2020, this impressive space has created the perfect ‘hub of the home’ and offers a luxurious area to cook, dine and come together. Beautiful Shaker style wall, base and drawer units are complimented with a striking marble effect countertop. There is an inset ceramic Blanco 1.5 bowl, sink and drainer unit with a mixer tap over. The generous central island has a large CDA induction hob and downdraft concealed extractor. There is also a Bosch double oven, Neff fridge/freezer and Bosch dishwasher. Complimenting the luxurious kitchen are many lovely unique features including the vintage style radiators, exposed brick feature wall, flagstone and the rather special original ceiling vent and meat hooks, all tying this beautifully together with its past. To the front of the kitchen are superb crittall style French doors that lead to the pretty courtyard. A latched tongue and groove door leads into the very useful pantry and further latched tongue and groove door takes you down into the laundry and boot room. This offers a fitted butcher’s block style work surface with space and plumbing beneath for washing machine and tumble dryer and a double-glazed wooden door that leads into the rear gardens. It also has a high-level window, Velux roof window, quarry tiling to the floor, a central heating radiator and ceiling spotlights.

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Seller Insight Impressive and unique Ladbrook Hall was built by 1860, later being divided into three properties. Ladbrook Hall North has split level accommodation over three floors, and the present owners were immediately enchanted by the charm and luxury of space in the property that has now been their much loved home for the past twenty-one years. When the current owners originally viewed the property, it was well lived in and needed updating. Every room was renovated, and it was a project completed with loving care and great attention to detail. The work included removing the low ceiling in the lounge and creating a stunning vaulted ceiling, replastering every room, and creating an impressive kitchen diner and a luxurious bathroom. The house is now a home where each room seamlessly combines great comfort and elegance. The owner’s say it’s a pleasure to spend time in every space, however the kitchen diner is the busy, sociable hub of the home and well equipped for the keen cook. Here, one can gather around the table for lively conversations or, on sunlit mornings, savor a cup of coffee in the charming courtyard. The house’s convivial and inviting atmosphere seamlessly transitions into the chic, sun-soaked lounge, creating an inviting haven for family relaxation and an elegant backdrop for sophisticated gatherings. The house is flooded with natural light, and this is most evident in the bedrooms which have triple or double aspect views across the neighbouring golf course and picturesque duck pond. The spacious family bathroom, adorned with a freestanding bathtub and a generously proportioned walk-through shower, is another prized feature of the home. Ladbrook Hall North offers easy entertaining, with the owners recalling meals for twelve under the covered patio where guests can gaze across the pond and the lawns, enjoying the peace and calm of the pretty surroundings. Sought-after Tanworth in Arden offers a good range of facilities, including a nursery and primary school, a pub, restaurant, surgery, and golf course. Stratfordupon-Avon, with its world-class theater, is only nine miles away, while the NEC and Birmingham International Airport are approximately a twenty-minute drive away. The owners have always adored their journey home, winding along the tree-lined drive, where they left behind the pressures of the modern world. While they’ve decided it’s time to downsize, they depart with a treasury of profoundly joyful memories associated with both the house and the village.* * 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.

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Equally as impressive as the luxury kitchen is the stunning living room with its high vaulted ceiling, exposed oak beams and feature high level window. This beautifully presented room creates the perfect space to relax and entertain family and friends and the impressive French style rendered chimney with its solid fuel burner creates a wonderful focal point to the room. Triple aspect windows allow plenty of natural light with a lovely original crittall window overlooking courtyard, large picture window to the front and side gardens and bespoke solid oak door leading to courtyard.

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Leading from the living room is the generous study or fourth bedroom, having double glazed French doors leading to patio area and the rear garden. There are some excellent storage options to this room, with a double wardrobe and bespoke shelving, there is also access to loft void and a latched tongue and groove door leads to the ensuite shower room. Fitted with a modern white suite comprising of a large walk-in shower enclosure, pedestal wash hand basin and a low flush WC and a chrome heated towel rail.

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First Floor At the top of the first staircase is a landing area with a lovely stripped wooden bespoke fitted storage cupboard. Leading from the landing you have the beautiful and spacious principal bedroom. Immaculately decorated and benefitting from triple aspect original sash windows, the spacious room has a light and airy feel. The fully fitted cabinetry includes bespoke wardrobes, shelving, and a television cabinet. Adjacent to the principal bedroom is the stunning luxury re-fitted bathroom. Designed and created by Ripples in Knowle, this impressive bathroom has underfloor heating, a fabulous walk-through shower with an overhead monsoon rain head, a refitted white suite including a freestanding bath, feature vanity wash hand basin with storage and marble surface over and a low flush WC. There are also two chrome heated towel rails, a built-in airing cupboard, original sash windows with smart fitted plantation shutters and access to loft space.

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Second Floor Stairs rise to the second floor with its generous landing area with its original sash window. Stripped doors lead to two delightful double guest bedrooms. Bedroom two has bespoke fitted wardrobes, a high vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and a Velux roof window, together with an original sash window, there is plenty of natural light to this lovely bedroom. The third bedroom is also an excellent size and beautifully presented, it also has bespoke fitted wardrobes and enjoys triple aspect views through its original sash windows, each fitted with smart plantation shutters.

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Gardens A delightful feature of this property is the stunning gardens offering several outdoor spaces to enjoy the complete peace and tranquillity of your surroundings. The immaculately manicured rear garden is a further reflection on the love and passion the present owners have injected both inside and out. The covered blue brick terrace, accessed through French doors and the boot room, creates the perfect spot for entertaining and al fresco dining, to be enjoyed throughout the year. The garden is mainly laid to lawn and has a charming water feature, with a pond and waterfall, creating the tranquil sound of running water to further enhance this peaceful haven. Pretty rockeries, deep borders and tall mature hedging surround the garden with colour palette of flowers and greenery. There is a useful potting shed to one side, together with a decorative pergola and outdoor lighting. A wide gate to one side offers access to the pretty front courtyard and gravelled driveway.

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LOCAL AREA Tanworth in Arden Tanworth-in-Arden is a truly Quintessential English village with its Green, overlooked by the fabulous local pub and distinguished church, so it’s no wonder that so many people aspire to live in this idyllic corner of Warwickshire. The village is well situated for quick access to Henleyin-Arden with its excellent range of shops, bars, and restaurants, and just 12 minutes from the popular town of Solihull. The village also contains a good range of amenities including local inn and picturesque parish church, a nursery, junior and infant schools, a GP surgery as well as the renowned Ladbrook Park Golf Club, and is well placed for access to the M40 and M42 motorways which, in turn, provide links to the M1, M6 and M5 thus enabling fast travel to the larger centres of commerce including Birmingham, Stratford-upon-Avon, Coventry and London. The NEC, Birmingham International Airport and Birmingham International Station are all within an approximate 20 minute drive and London 1 hour 20 minutes by train. The local railway station at Wood End provides commuter services into Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon. The village hall offers a range of activities and entertainment including a film club, gardening club, Pilates, and music evenings. Solihull The town of 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 borough benefits from a number of outstanding state schools, including Tudor Grange and Arden academies, as well as a variety of well-regarded independent schools, with the historic, ISI excellent rated, Solihull School being one of the most highly respected within the country. The town itself offers an excellent range of amenities, 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. Finally, Solihull has its own train stations, and 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.

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General Information Council Tax Band: D Tenure The property is Freehold Services Mains Water and Electricity. Oil Fired central heating system. Flying Freehold in the bathroom Local Authority Stratford District Council Annual Service Charge of £471 Website https://www.fineandcountry.co.uk/solihull-knowle-dorridge-estate-agents Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 18.00 Disclosure: In accordance with Section 21 of The Estate Agents Act 1979 (Declaration of Interest), please note that the vendor of this property is a relative of a member of Fine & Country Stourbridge

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate 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 16.10.2023

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RACHEL HYDE PARTNER AGENT Fine & Country Solihull 07966 473056 email: rachel.hyde@fineandcountry.com MARTIN GRANT PARTNER AGENT Fine & Country Solihull 07713 251510 email: martin.grant@fineandcountry.com With over 25 years combined service within the Fine & Country brand, we took the pioneering step 10 years ago to form a joint partnership, combining each of our individual skills to greater effect offering our clients an unrivalled level of service. We enjoy the challenge of exceeding our client’s expectations and take great pleasure in helping people move home as smoothly and stress free as possible.

YOU CAN FOLLOW US ON “We purchased our new house and sold our old house through Fine and Country with both aspects being handled by Martin and Rachel. I cannot thank them enough for the way they handled the process, always acting professionally and courteously. We were kept fully informed every step of the way on our sale, even at weekends when needed. The open house sale process worked really well for us and we ended up with a number of serious offers over the asking price with the sale going through first time with our chosen purchaser. We were presented with a fantastic album at the end of the sale process”… “Well worth the fee paid” “A big thank you to both Martin and Rachel”

FINE & COUNTRY Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in over 300 locations, spanning Europe, Australia, Africa and Asia, we combine widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals. Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation – leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property. This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques. We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible. 6

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Fine & Country Tel +44 (0)121 746 6400 solihull@fineandcountry.com Zenith House, Highlands Road, Solihull B90 4PD

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