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THE OLD RECTORY This outstanding family home which is located in the pretty village of Harlaston is conveniently nestled between Lichfield and Tamworth in the Mease valley, set amidst glorious open countryside. The village has a strong and sociable sense of community with the Post Office/ convenient store being the hub of village life. In addition, the local pub, which serves excellent meals, is also a popular gathering place.
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The Old Rectory is a spectacular period property built in 1842, set in the heart of the picturesque village of Harlaston. This property oozes elegance and is immaculately presented in a private 1 acre plot with an impressive sweeping gravel driveway and stunning countryside views. six bedrooms, six bathrooms, five reception rooms and ground floor gym. Detached outbuilding with first floor storage.
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Step Inside Approached through double gates and a sweeping gravel driveway with parking for eight plus vehicles. The stone flanked porch with Minton tiles offers an impressive welcome to this beautiful family home with many original features including the front door and brass fittings.
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The heart of the home is the expensively appointed hand crafted breakfast kitchen with a combination of Oak and Farrow and Ball hand finished units and Silestone worktops. Luxury integrated appliances include Liebherr fridge freezer, hot water tap, wine cooler, dishwasher and a fabulous four oven Aga with built in electric hob. The kitchen leads to a beautiful light filled Orangery offering the perfect space to relax and enjoy views of the wonderful gardens and adjoining countryside.
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Seller Insight This outstanding family home which is located in the pretty village of Harlaston is conveniently nestled between Lichfield and Tamworth in the Mease valley, set amidst glorious open countryside. The village has a strong and sociable sense of community with the Post Office/convenient store being the hub of village life. In addition, the local pub, which serves excellent meals, is also a popular gathering place. Urban centres such as Birmingham, Solihull and Sutton Coldfield are all easy to reach and road and rail links are first rate, with nearby Tamworth providing a fast service into London Euston of around one hour fifteen minutes. The owners already lived in the village and were looking to move to a larger family home. They had long admired this, impressive, Victorian property from a distance, and were delighted when it came onto the market. With much experience in the renovation of properties they relished the opportunity to return the dwelling back to its original glory. The owners came to live here seven years ago, together with their young family. It was quite an adventure living in the house whilst the renovation and restoration work took place and, eventually, it did become the house of their dreams. They were utterly charmed with the amount of Victorian artefacts which remained particularly its original sash windows and shutters, wonderful high ceilings and fabulous origanal doors. Today, even with the large extension they have added, together with added comforts and luxuries, its Victorian ambience is enhanced and everything does blend in beautifully. Cooking is a great priority in the family and day to day life and sociable time revolves in large kitchen/dining/family room; children, friends and family are always to be found in here. This space leads out into the orangery and it does become one wonderful companionable, relaxed, area. The house sits amidst its large garden surrounded by fields and meadows. However the owners do enjoy a quiet stroll into the village, especially when are meeting up with friends in the local pub.� The main reception room is very special. It is large enough for comfy sofas and the family piano. It also has an open fire and is a room where the family gather to relax after Christmas lunch. The dining room has it own particular ambience. It too has the option of an open fire and when the table is set, candles are lit, it is a magical room for those occasions when the owners enjoy a formal dining occasion. The owners, justifiably, feel a sense of pride in restoring this lovely house, but It is time for another chapter in their lives. It has been such a wonderful family home and from which they will take only the happiest of memories.
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The reception rooms enjoy the opulence of high ceilings and period features such as shutter flanked sash windows, deep coving and picture rails. A snug/ family room is the perfect place to curl up in front of a real fire with a gorgeous limestone and granite fireplace. The sitting room offers a cosy yet extremely elegant room with windows overlooking the rear gardens. For entertaining, grand double doors, from the walnut floored hallway, open to reveal a splendid dining room with real fire and beautiful garden views.
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Step Outside This beautiful home is accentuated greatly by the location within the 1 acre plot, the impressive entrance and perfect landscaped gardens offer a calm oasis. The easily maintained rear gardens are perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the adjoining countryside views. There is often a pony casually grazing in the neighbouring paddock. To the front of the property is a detached outbuilding with plumbing and cloakroom, ladders lead to first floor storage.
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LICHFIELD Lichfield is Staffordshire’s premier heritage city nestled in the heart of the country’s most creative county, just north of Birmingham. With a city that’s steeped in heritage and a district that’s alive with action and adventure, it’s well worth a visit. Packed with things to do and see - from the thrills and spills of Drayton Manor, to the serenity of the National Memorial Arboretum - there’s something to suit all tastes. Stunning Lichfield Cathedral is set within the beautifully serene Cathedral Close, and it’s a great place to visit. The 800 year old cathedral, is the third building on the site, and has a fascinating history. Lichfield’s medieval streets are lined with tempting shops, from high street chains to original boutiques. You’ll find antique shops, jewellers, antiquarian booksellers, music shops, delicatessens and much more. Three Spires Shopping Centre also offer high street favourites such as Debenhams, M&S Food, WHSmith and there’s plenty more to choose from. From country pubs, to city centre Thai, Italian, Indian, and fusion cuisine restaurants, there’s something to tempt all tastes. And, with award winning restaurants such as Netherstowe House and Swinfen Hall Hotel even connoisseurs will be pleased. The Lichfield Festival, an international arts festival, has taken place every July for 30 years. The festival is a celebration of classical music, dance, drama, film, jazz, literature, poetry, visual arts and world music. Lichfield is served by two railway stations, Lichfield City and Lichfield Trent Valley. These stations are on the Cross-City Line to Redditch via Birmingham. Additionally, Trent Valley station is on the West Coast Main Line with semi-fast services between London Euston - Stoke, Stafford and Crewe. Despite being north of Birmingham, trains to London Euston can take as little as 1 hour 10 minutes.
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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. Increasingly recognised as an important cultural hub with the Birmingham Royal Ballet based in the city, along with a magnificent and striking new library. 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.
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Lichfield 8 miles Tamworth 4.5 miles Sutton Coldfield 16 miles East Midland Airport 21 miles Birmingham Airport 28 miles Birmingham City Centre 30 miles Easy access to M42, A38 and M6 Toll Train Tamworth to London 1hr 30 minutes Tamworth to Manchester 1hr 50 minutes Lichfield Trent Valley to London 1hr 37 minutes
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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. * 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. Printed 03.01.2017
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