Rugby, Warwickshire

Pear Tree Cottage

Back Lane | Birdingbury | Rugby | Warwickshire | CV23 8EN

PEAR TREE COTTAGE

A pretty, detached cottage, situated in a quiet, enviable position on a 0.23 acre plot in a sought after village location.

KEY FEATURES

Pear Tree cottage is situated in the attractive Warwickshire village of Birdingbury and offers in the region of 2000 ft.² of accommodation in a ‘tucked away’ location in Back Lane. The property offers an enviable plot around a quarter of an acre and offers three first floor double bedrooms, a family bathroom and a useful study on the first floor. The ground floor has an attractive, large sitting room with a log burner, a conservatory, formal dining room, a convenient ground floor double bedroom with ensuite shower room, a kitchen/breakfast room and utility room. The house has plenty of off road parking on a gravelled driveway, out buildings and the provision of gas fired central heating. The cottage is offered for sale with no onward chain.

Pear Tree Cottage has an entrance porch and welcoming hallway and latched period style American white oak doors leading off to the principal reception rooms, including the sitting room with double glaze period, style windows, attractive log burner with exposed brick built chimney breast. This room opens up into a large conservatory, which provides an access point to the rear garden and patio. The dining room has views of the frontage and the latched door leads to an inner lobby, which needs to convenient ground floor guest bedroom with a neighbouring ensuite shower room, accessible from the lobby. The kitchen breakfast room has views to the frontage, an oil fired Aga and a range of base and wall mounted units. There is a rear porch providing access to the garden and stable door leads to the utility room, which houses the gas central heating, boiler and plumbing for the washing machine and the door that leads to the side gardens.

SELLER INSIGHT

Beautifully positioned on a quiet lane in the charming village of Birdingbury is Pear Tree Cottage, an attractive four-bedroom detached family home, the original part of which dates back to c1658.

“There were three things that ultimately sold the property to us when we found it twenty-three years ago: the gorgeous village location, the size of the house and the beautiful and very large wrap-around garden,” says the owner. “Birdingbury is a really nice place with a fantastic sense of community, and it’s quite compact, certainly not overrun with new housing estates, so it’s a quiet place and we’ve also enjoyed the rural feel. The village is completely surrounded by rolling countryside so we’ve always felt nicely removed from the hustle and bustle of life.”

“The house itself is a really comfortable and spacious family home, and it’s got some history to it. While doing some work we found a stone with the date 1658 carved into it, and we believe the original part of the building was at one time part of the estate belonging to nearby Birdingbury Hall. We know that it was extended at some point in the 1950s, and during our time here we’ve extended it further by adding a large garden room and a study/fourth bedroom. We also put in a new staircase, decorated throughout and generally kept it really well maintained.”

“We added the garden room to create a better sense of connection between inside and out, and it’s a lovely room that opens directly onto a large patio, which is a real suntrap. The rest of the garden is laid to lawn and it’s edged with hedging and shrubs so we enjoy a superb degree of privacy. Over the years we’ve added a number of plants, so there’s lots of colour throughout the year, and we also planted a couple of pear trees, which have matured nicely. The tree that the house was named after sadly died so we felt we had to replace it.”

Favourite room: “The sitting room and garden room, which flow into one another, are my favourites. The garden room in particular throws a tremendous amount of light into the main living areas, and I love the fact that rain or shine I can sit in there and feel immersed in the garden.”

Favourite aspect of the grounds or surrounding area: “We’re in a beautiful rural part or Warwickshire, but we’re not out in the sticks. The village is almost midway between Rugby and Leamington Spa, and we have easy access to the M1, M6 and M40, which has been ideal as I have to travel a lot for work.”

Memorable event (if not another favourite room or unique feature): “Back in 2001 we had planning permission in place to add a large breakfast room onto the kitchen as well as an en-suite bedroom above. We also have planning permission to build a new garage, so although the property is just lovely as it is, there’s still the potential to do more.”

What they’ll miss most / why they are leaving: “The house has been an amazing home, but it will be the community within the village and the utter peace and tranquility of the setting that I’ll miss most,” says the owner. “It’s been a wonderful place to live for the past twenty-three years.”*

* 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.

First Floor

The first floor has latched American white oak doors that provide access to the three double bedrooms, the family bathroom and the study. Bedroom one benefits from a dual aspect to front and rear. The family bathroom is fitted with a Jacuzzi style bath wash handbasin and low-level WC. Bedroom two also has dual aspect views to the front and side, whilst the third double bedroom also overlooks the fore gardens. There’s a useful attic style room with a conservation roof window and a dormer providing plenty of natural light and is considered to be a perfect work from home office

Outside

The property occupies a generous plot of 0.25 acres that is laid mainly to lawn with, front, side and rear gardens. There is a large brick built outbuilding with light, power and a TV aerial, as well as a boarded loft with ladder providing additional storage, together with a further brick built potting shed in the rear garden. The gravelled driveway provides plenty of off road parking and a large paved patio and sits at the rear of the house near the conservatory.

Planning Permission

Pear Tree Cottage has current planning permission granted for the construction of a detached garage, details of which can be found on the Rugby Borough Council planning portal under the reference R21/0347. Please note that an electrical supply has already been laid for the proposed garage, and the main gate posts.

LOCATION

Birdingbury is a village located in the county of Warwickshire, England. It is situated about 9 miles (14 kilometres) east of the town of Rugby and approximately 12 miles (19 kilometres) southwest of the city of Coventry. The village is part of the Rugby Borough Council area.

Birdingbury is a small and picturesque village known for its rural charm and tranquil setting. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling fields and farmland stretching across the landscape. The village itself has a population of around 300 residents, creating a close-knit and community-oriented atmosphere.

One notable feature of Birdingbury is the Oxford Canal, which runs through neighbouring the villages. The canal provides scenic walks and opportunities for boating and fishing, attracting both locals and visitors who enjoy outdoor activities. The canal also adds to the village’s charm and historical character.

The village has a few amenities to serve its residents, including a village hall, church, recreational ground and play area plus a social club. Birdingbury’s community spirit is evident through various events and activities organized by local groups, such as the village fete and other social gatherings.

For those interested in history, Birdingbury has some historical landmarks worth exploring. The village features St. Leonard’s Church, a Grade II listed building with a rich history dating back several centuries. The church exhibits traditional architecture and provides insight into the area’s heritage.

Birdingbury’s location in Warwickshire also offers convenient access to other attractions and destinations in the region. The nearby towns of Rugby and Leamington Spa provide additional amenities, shopping opportunities, and cultural experiences.

Overall, Birdingbury is a charming village in Warwickshire, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle and a strong sense of community. It appeals to nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and those seeking a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

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INFORMATION

Services. Mains drainage, gas fired heating, mains water electricity and broadband are connected

Local Authority. Rugby Borough Council Council tax band ‘G’.

Viewing Arrangements. Strictly via the vendors sole agents Sam Funnell 07714515484 and Claire Heritage 07894561313

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 17.08.2023

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