Fine & Country West Midlands Tel: +44 (0) 121 746 6400 solihull@fineandcountry.com 970 Stratford Road, Solihull, B90 4ED
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FINE & COUNTRY NORTHWICK CRESCENT Occupying a prime position in a quiet cul de sac, this executive 5 double bedroom property offers spacious family accommodation of some 2,800 square feet. Within walking distance of Solihull town centre and Tudor Grange School catchment area, this delightful property has been refurbished and transformed by the current vendors into a stylish and immaculate family home.
Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Ireland, The Channel Islands, France, Spain, Hungary, Portugal, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West Africa and Namibia we combine the 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.
THE FINE & COUNTRY FOUNDATION
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.
The production of these particulars has generated a ÂŁ10 donation to the Fine & Country Foundation, Charity No. 1160989, striving to relieve homelessness. Visit fineandcountry.com/uk/foundation
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Step Inside Northwick Crescent
Porcelanosa wall and floor tiling feature throughout the property from cloakrooms and kitchen through to the family area and office as well as the beautiful master bedroom en-suite and other bathrooms providing both quality, style and continuity to this thoughtfully refurbished home. The property is approached by a large block paved driveway with parking for approximately four vehicles as well as a separate double width garage with electrically operated door and CCTV. The ground floor comprises: entrance hall, cloakroom WC, sitting room, dining room/TV room, breakfast kitchen/family room, office and utility room. Entrance Hall The light and bright entrance hall is welcoming and sets the tone for the rest of the property. The cloakroom off the hallway features Porcelanosa floor and wall tiling with a white contemporary WC and wash hand basin. Lounge A good sized lounge with feature fireplace and french doors leading to the garden. A versatile second reception room leads off the lounge with further access from the hallway. This room is currently used as a TV/ playroom but could easily be utilised as a formal dining room.
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Breakfast Kitchen/Family Room A stunning, luxuriously appointed, open plan Breakfast Kitchen/Family Room. The kitchen area features an island suite with De Dietrich induction hob and range of gloss finished units housing two De Dietrich premium double ovens, microwave and hot plate and Siemens dishwasher. Further units house both one of two the gas fired boilers serving the property and integrated wine cooler. The Corian work surface provide a seamless and stylish finish to the kitchen area. The style and space continues through to the relaxing lounge area and well appointed space for a dining table This against a backdrop of two sets of bi-fold doors which open up to the outside space for al fresco dining opportunities. Off the kitchen is a good sized utility with second gas fired boiler and direct access to both the garage and rear garden. Adjacent to the kitchen is a beautifully crafted office with fitted filing storage maintaining closeness to the family area but providing privacy when required.
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Seller Insight Northwick Crescent is a very large and attractive family home that enjoys a superb tucked-away location just a few minutes walk from Solihull town centre. The house was built in the late 1980s, but in recent years it has been both extended and beautifully modernised by the current owners. “We purchase the house almost 9 years ago,” says Yvonne, “and at that time it could only be described as a bit of a wreck. It had been rented out for many years, so was totally unloved, but my husband and I could see that it had huge potential. In the past few years we’ve totally transformed it by adding a lovely big extension and updating the décor throughout. It’s now much more condusive to modern family living and it looks absolutely gorgeous; everyone who visits says wow.” “Upstairs the extension has given us a huge en-suite master bedroom with a Juliette balcony that overlooks the garden, and downstairs we knocked through the kitchen to create a really fabulous open-plan kitchen, dining and living space with bi-fold doors that open an entire corner of the room. It’s a brilliant space for both day-to-day family life and superb for entertaining. It’s definitely my favourite part of the house. In the middle of the house we have a generous room that we currently use as a lounge for the children,” says Yvonne. “However, it’s a very flexible space that could easily be transformed into a really lovely formal dining room.” “I suppose the biggest change that we made to the garden was to add a lovely big patio terrace that can, not only be accessed via the bi-folds in the living area, but also French doors from the formal lounge, so there’s a lovely connection between house and garden,” continues Yvonne. “The rest of the space is laid to lawn so it’s very easy to maintain, which leaves us more time to sit out and enjoy it.” “For us as a family the location has been ideal,” says Yvonne. “The house is tucked away on this peaceful crescent, but everything is within easy reach. We can walk into Solihull, which has great shops and amenities, there are schools at the end of the road and there are so many wideopen green spaces to enjoy.” “I’ll miss what we’ve done to the house,” says Yvonne. “The layout is superb and it’s modern and so beautiful throughout. Everyone who visits falls in love with it.” 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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The first floor consists of spacious landing, superb master bedroom with en suite, four further double bedrooms, one with dressing room and en-suite as well as the family bathroom.
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Step Outside Northwick Crescent
Outside is a private good sized garden laid mostly to lawn with established borders. In addition, paved landscaping runs the full width of the property to provide ample entertaining and relaxation space, There is direct access to the rear of the double car garage from the side of the property.
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SOLIHULL 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 town itself offers an excellent range of amenities including the first-class award winning shopping centre Touchwood with a John Lewis flagship store heading up 80 high street retail names, 20 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. Surrounding the town are a selection of popular villages such as Knowle and Dorridge, both of which have their own village centres, which in turn offer a selection of local amenities such as the highly regarded secondary school Arden High. Located in the centre of the town is Solihull School which offers private education, founded circa 450 years ago and currently caters for nearly 1000 pupils. There is also St Martins Private Girls School and several private preparatory schools such as Ruckleigh & Eversfield. The town also enjoys a further array of popular secondary, infant, junior schooling as well as a sixth form and technical college. Solihull Borough includes several satellite towns and villages including Cheswick Green, Balsall Common, Meriden (the centre of England) Hampton-in-Arden, Hockley Heath and the new village of Dickens Heath. Finally, 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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BIRMINGHAM Lying at the seat of England’s industrial and commercial heartland, the “Second City” is the very model of a beaming cosmopolitan global city that sets the standard for others to mirror. It is home to the world famous City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) based at the iconic Symphony Hall, renowned for its outstanding acoustics and Birmingham Hippodrome plays residence to the Birmingham Royal Ballet (BRB). Along with a magnificent and striking new library Birmingham is increasingly recognised as an important cultural hub in the UK. Birmingham also 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. Grand Central opened in 2015 as part of the New Street Station Gateway re-development. The mall, designed with a glass atrium roof as its centre piece, is home to over 60 stores across 500,000 sq ft with John Lewis as main anchor. Many of the shops, restaurants and cafés are new to the city including Cath Kidston, The White Company, Kiehls and Giraffe. Alongside outstanding museums and galleries you’ll find an increasing number of gastronomic restaurants, cool and/or secret cocktail bars and picturesque canals with waterside bars, restaurants, attractions and cruises. Thriving legacies of Birmingham’s industrial heritage include its Jewellery Quarter, Cadbury manufacturing plant and a former custard factory that’s been transformed into a cutting-edge creative hub. With construction on the High Speed Rail (HS2) line – connecting London with Birmingham in just 45 minutes by 2026 – set to boost employment and the economy, ‘Brum’, as it’s dubbed by locals, is buzzing.
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Location This property is situated within minutes of Solihull town centre, Touchwood Shopping Centre, local gyms and health centres, and within the catchment area of Solihull’s most sought after schools, Solihull School, St. Martins and the Tudor Grange Academy. Historically part of Warwickshire, Solihull is one of the most prosperous towns in the West Midlands, located approximately 9 miles south east of Birmingham City Centre. There are also excellent transport links to King Edward VI Grammar School, King Edward’s School in Edgbaston, Warwick School for Boys and The King’s High School for Girls. For those seeking the outdoors, Solihull and Shirley have four beautiful parks between them, several local golf courses, Solihull Riding Stables and Blythe Valley Nature Reserve. Motorways Well located, and within easy reach of road and transport links including the M42, M40, M6, M6 Toll and M5. Railway Stations A short journey to Solihull train station which operates on the West Coast and the Chiltern mainline. There is a direct route into London Marylebone and Birmingham City Centre. Airports Birmingham International Airport is located 6.8 miles away which, via the M42, is approximately 15 minutes drive. East Midlands Airport is 41.5 miles away which, via the M42 and A42, is approximately 50 minutes drive.
SOLIHULL WEST MIDLANDS • 111 miles from London • Easy access to M42, M40, M6, M6 Toll, M5 • Local train links: Solihull, Widney Manor
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Fine & Country West Midlands Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 04018410 l VAT Reg No: 754062833 Registered Office: Newman Property Services, 1 Regent Street, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 2PE
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Agents Notes
23 Northwick Crescent, Solihull, B91 3TU
Gas Fired Central Heating Mains Electric & Water
Approximate Gross Internal Area = 263.1 sq m / 2832 sq ft Garage = 25.6 sq m / 275 sq ft Total = 288.7 sq m / 3107 sq ft
Telephone/Broadband Local Authority Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council Council Tax Band G
= Reduced headroom below 1.5m / 5'0
Viewing Arrangements
Garage 5.44 x 4.70 17'10 x 15'5
Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 0121 746 6400 Opening Hours Monday to Friday 8:30am – 6:30pm
(Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) Sitting / Dining Room 8.18 x 4.50 26'10 x 14'9
Family Room 3.96 x 3.27 13'0 x 10'9
Bedroom 3 3.95 x 3.33 13'0 x 10'11
Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm Bedroom 4 4.00 x 2.42 13'1 x 7'11
Bedroom 5 3.43 x 2.38 11'3 x 7'10
Bedroom 1 8.09 x 4.50 26'7 x 14'9
Sunday viewings/appointments available Approximate Gross Internal Area Main House: 263.1 sq m / 2832 sq ft Garage: 25.6 sq m / 275 sq ft
Drawing Room 8.20 x 3.93 26'11 x 12'11
Kitchen 6.62 x 3.40 21'9 x 11'2
Total: 288.7 sq m / 3107 sq ft
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Up Bedroom 2 4.00 x 3.95 13'1 x 13'0
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Study 2.11 x 2.03 6'11 x 6'8
Utility 2.30 x 2.02 7'7 x 6'8
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FLOORPLANZ © 2016 0845 6344080 Ref: 178595 This plan is for layout guidance only. Drawn in accordance with RICS guidelines. Not drawn to scale unless stated. Windows & door openings are approximate. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions, shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions reliant upon them.
Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents 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: 09/12/2016
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FINE & COUNTRY NORTHWICK CRESCENT Occupying a prime position in a quiet cul de sac, this executive 5 double bedroom property offers spacious family accommodation of some 2,800 square feet. Within walking distance of Solihull town centre and Tudor Grange School catchment area, this delightful property has been refurbished and transformed by the current vendors into a stylish and immaculate family home.
Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Ireland, The Channel Islands, France, Spain, Hungary, Portugal, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West Africa and Namibia we combine the 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.
THE FINE & COUNTRY FOUNDATION
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.
The production of these particulars has generated a ÂŁ10 donation to the Fine & Country Foundation, Charity No. 1160989, striving to relieve homelessness. Visit fineandcountry.com/uk/foundation
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Fine & Country West Midlands Tel: +44 (0) 121 746 6400 solihull@fineandcountry.com 970 Stratford Road, Solihull, B90 4ED
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