Hockley Heath, Solihull

Lodge Paddocks

Warings Green Lane | Hockley Heath | Solihull | B94 6BT

LODGE PADDOCKS

Set within 3.75 acres of stunning grounds with unspoilt open countryside views as far as the eye can see, Lodge Paddocks is a remarkable character country house, offering an incredible wealth of original period features throughout. Dating back to 1890, this unlisted property has been sympathetically and partly renovated to create the perfect blend between character charm and modern family living. Offering over 5000 sq. ft of extensive and flexible accommodation, it is laid across three main floors plus a cellar, and offers seven double bedrooms, seven bathrooms, five superb reception rooms and a beautiful open plan family breakfast kitchen. Adjacent to the main residence is a one bedroom self-contained annexe, together with a large garage and several outbuildings - all enjoying its fabulous setting.

As you approach Lodge Paddocks, you immediately appreciate the space surrounding the main residence and the ample private parking. With the original residence dating back to 1890, the magnificent front façade was later added in 1910, when the property was further extended. With its large oak and studded front door and leaded glass panels, a fabulously grand and formal entrance into Lodge Paddocks has been created. On a day to day basis, the family uses the more practical side access into the property from the courtyard, and as part of the renovation it includes a second reception hall leading into the fabulous family boot room. Adjacent to this is the superb, newly created contemporary family games room, complete with bi-folding doors opening onto the covered rear terrace, gardens and beautiful unspoilt views beyond. Also accessed from here is the fabulous family breakfast kitchen. Fitted with shaker style oak units and granite worktops with a large entertaining central island, this lovely kitchen acts as the hub of the house with a dining area to one side with fabulous feature fireplace. There are also large pantry cupboards and access to the cellar below, perfect for storing wine. Of the five reception rooms, the fabulous large wood panelled dining hall with its stunning bay window with delightful window seat is a very impressive place for formal dining and entertaining. Through this room, the formal drawing room sits to the far side with a working stone fireplace and large windows that flood the room with natural light. The last of the generous reception rooms currently acts as the owner’s office, next to the downstairs guest cloak room.

When we first visited Lodge Paddocks, we liked the fact that it has a country feel yet is only 10 minutes from Solihull,” the current owners say. “The grandeur of the big old house appealed to us, set down a sweeping driveway in a generous 4 acre piece of land. We loved the sense of peace and quiet the setting affords, with no immediate neighbours.”

Since moving in, the owners have made various improvements to the prope rty to create a home which is ideal for everyday life and entertaining alike. “We have updated the inner workings of the house to modern standards,” they say, “installing a sophisticated water pump system which allows us to have the showers in all 7 bathrooms running at the same time with no drop in water pressure or temperature. We also converted the old barn adjacent to the house into a granny annexe for my mother in law and extended the utility room and family room. The latter is now my favourite part of the house, with huge bi -fold doors opening out to the garden to bring the outdoors in, and plenty of space for entertaining. With these extensions we took the opportunity to level out the roofline to the rear, so that the older and newer parts of the house sit together more coherently. The open plan kitchen diner is ideal for dinner parties too, enabling everyone to be in the same space at the same time.”

Outside, the generous grounds serve as an extension of the indoor living accommodation for the whole family. “It has been very rewarding watching the things we have planted grow, and eating fresh produce and eggs from our vegetable beds and chickens,” the owners say. “We have nearly 4 acres of our own land for the children to explore, as well as access to the adjacent field where our boys have loved running and jumping into haybales or riding around on their motorbikes.”

The local area has much to recommend - “There is a good school in Cheswi ck Green itself,” together with local shops, a doctor and chemist all within a 5 minute walk” the owners say. “We are also in the catchment for the well regarded Tudor Grange Senior School, to which our son is able to cycle every day. W e have several fabulous local pubs, all within walking distance, and the canal path takes you on a lovely stroll to Lapworth in one direction or Dickens Heath in the other. We really do have the best of both worlds here, enjoying the tranquillity o f the countryside yet easy access to amenities and local towns and centres.

* * 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.

The bedroom accommodation is plentiful, totalling seven bedrooms plus a one bedroom annexe.

To the first floor, five bedrooms have been stylishly renovated with new en-suites, including the fabulous and very spacious luxury principal en-suite. The old servants’ quarters over the family room requires some updating but offers the potential to make a large suite with bathroom and walk-in wardrobe space. There is also the second staircase that leads back down to the rear reception hall by the kitchen.

On the top floor, again a very large space, you could easily create a studio apartment for older children still at home, or a sizeable principal bedroom with over 500 sq. ft to create a bedroom, bathroom, walk-in wardrobes, seating area. The space is so light and bright with a large roof light and two dormer windows.

Annexe

In addition to the main residence, there is also a spacious contemporary selfcontained annexe. Set out on one level with a smart breakfast kitchen and lounge, bedroom and en-suite with two sets of bi-fold doors onto the rear patio, accessed from the little courtyard, this would make a perfect Air B&B opportunity or offering independent living for an elderly parent or grown-up children.

Grounds

Equal to the grandeur of the main house, are the delightful grounds it occupies. At just under 4 acres, the gardens and paddock offer the perfect backdrop to the estate. There are two out-buildings still standing on the perimeter and could provide the opportunity to create additional garaging, games rooms, stables or even additional annexes. To the far right hand side there is an old tennis court, which although needs resurfacing, it makes a great addition to the outside potential. The rest of the grounds are mainly laid to lawn, with one acre behind the court space often left to seed as a wild meadow. You could also happily create paddocks for horses, alpaca’s or goats - the options are almost limitless.

SOLIHULL

Just a short walk from the property is the highly regarded “Wedges” Bakery offering fresh produce, and freshly baked goods daily. A little further on from this, approximately a four minute drive from the house, is the lovely thriving town of Hockley Heath. With an excellent range of shops including a fantastic butcher, artisan bakery, supermarket, doctors and post office, it’s the perfect stop for all things local. There are also a fabulous number of restaurants and gastro pubs all within walking distance, and numerous walks including the stunning Earslwood Lakes all close by. Cheswick Green is also just a short walk from thew property and offers some good local amenities including a doctor, chemist, post office and convenience stores, together with an excellent primary school. In terms of commuter links from this property, it is ideally situated for easy access in five minutes to the M42 and Birmingham International Airport and Train station are just 15 minutes away.

Four miles from Lodge Paddocks is Solihull, 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. 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. The school catchment for Lodge Paddocks is the highly regarded Tudor Grange School, and Solihull also offers some excellent schools for private education together with superb college options for higher education.

Services

Mains water and electric Private Drainage System via a Septic Tank Oil Central Heating

Agents Notes

There are covenants on the property. Please ask the agents for further details.

Tenure: The property is Freehold Local Authority Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council Council Tax Band H

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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 09.12.2022

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Fine & Country Solihull 07966 473056 email: rachel.hyde@fineandcountry.com

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