2 The Hollies Marlfield Lane | Redditch | Worcestershire | B98 8PU · 2019-07-13 · 2 THE HOLLIES....

2 The HolliesMarlfield Lane | Redditch | Worcestershire | B98 8PU

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2 THE HOLLIESSet within the beautiful Worcestershire countryside behind private gates, is this stunning 16th century converted mill that has been sympathetically extended and beautifully presented throughout to create a truly unique and superbly light spacious three bedroomed home on the outskirts of the surrounding Arrow Valley Park.


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This charming character mid terrace offers the perfect balance between period charm and contemporary modern living. Superbly upgraded in 2010 with the addition of an outstanding orangery, rear entrance vestibule and lower ground conversion, this spacious and versatile home offers three bedrooms, a family bathroom, two large reception rooms, an outstanding orangery, a beautiful open plan kitchen and dining room, detached garage and an excellent rear garden and terraces.

Approached down a quiet country lane, you reach the tall oak double gates that lead you into the driveway, garage and stunning rear gardens of the property. Although the property can be accessed through the front door, the family tend to enter from the rear driveway, along the garden path to the beautiful oak framed hallway, created as part of the superb rear extension.

Once inside you are immediately taken with the light and space this home has to offer. The rear reception hall moves into the wonderful oak framed orangery that offers ample space for all the family and with two settees and two large French doors leading to the terrace and rear gardens this is the perfect space to relax and enjoy all year round.

The oak staircase leads you to the lower level lounge/cinema/tv room. This beautiful room with its exquisite décor, natural light offer comfort and space together with some lovely quirky features such as the original 16th Century stone steps to one corner.

The delightful living room is entered through double doors leading from both the reception hall and the orangery, and together with windows overlooking the breakfast room and rear garden this is an incredibly light and airy reception room. As with the rest of this home, it is presented to the highest of standards with immaculate décor creating the perfect balance of contemporary opulence.





The well-appointed open plan breakfast kitchen and dining room offers space, practicality and style. With beech block work tops, an excellent range of wall and floor mounted cabinets, limestone tiled splash backs and a deep Belfast inset sink, the design of this kitchen creates the overall feeling of a contemporary farmhouse kitchen. A good sized breakfast bar has ample storage below and offers a more casual dining space. Appliances include: an inset Lamona hob, Lamona built in electric oven, under counter fridge and freezer, Lamona washing machine and the under counter Worcester Bosch oil boiler.

Moving from the practical end of the kitchen you enter the dining area that perfectly blends the old and new, where the original fireplace and exposed brick wall sit beautifully next to the delicate primrose yellow walls and lovely modern chandelier style lights. There is ample space here for a good sized family dining table and although the family tend to use the rear access, the original front door is also accessed from this room.


Seller Insight This lovely home, which originally dates back to the 16th century, enjoys a coveted location in a very picturesque area on the edge of the thriving town of Redditch. “My partner bought the property back in 2000 and it was the fact

that everything about it is just so unique that attracted her to it,” says Andrew. “It forms part of an old mill complex, so the building itself is hugely characterful, and it sits in this lovely conservation area on the edge of Redditch, so the surroundings are leafy and green and incredibly private; it’s often hard to believe that we’re just a stone’s throw from the town centre.”

“A few years ago we decided to do a major refurbishment of the property, which has enhanced it no end. We added a gorgeous oak framed conservatory, which enables us to enjoy these lovely surroundings no matter what the weather; we completely opened up the kitchen and adjoining dining room to create a fabulous open plan kitchen/diner, which is now the real heart of the home, and we also had the cellar fully tanked so that it could be turned into a TV/music room, which is wired up with surround sound so it could also be a lovely little cinema room. The aim of the refurbishment was to make the house as a whole really suit our way of living, so that we could get more enjoyment from each space and also create a greater sense of synergy between inside and out, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the results.”

“The house now has a much better feeling of space and the layout makes sense in terms of modern living and flows really well. We gravitate to the conservatory when the sun is shining, and between it and the main living room are double doors that can be pushed back to create a fabulous space for a party; the kitchen is great for cosy dinners with friends, and the cellar is now a really great space to retreat to if you want to watch a bit of TV or listen to music. We also have a beautiful and very mature garden, which extends to around half an acre, which is a very peaceful place to sit and relax or again entertain friends. It’s a house that works so well on so many levels and we’re going to be really sad when the time comes to leave.”

“Our favourite room would have to be the conservatory,” says Andrew. “It’s lovely to just sit in there and soak in these gorgeous surroundings; it makes you feel as if you’re miles from anywhere.”

“We’re surrounded by some beautiful open countryside and there’s a lake just five minutes from the house, which is lovely to stroll around,” says Andrew, “However, we have all the convenience of being within striking distance of a thriving town, so this is a place where we’ve been able to enjoy the absolute best of both worlds.”

“The garden is a real standout feature of the property and it’s something that we’re really going to miss when we leave,” says Andrew. “It’s a vast space that’s mainly laid to lawn and surrounded by some magnificent trees. It’s totally private, incredibly peaceful and it creates such a stunning outlook.”

“It’s going to be a real a wrench to leave this house and I’m not sure that we’ll ever find anything quite like it again,” says Andrew. “When we come home we feel so far removed from the hustle and bustle of life, it almost has a restorative quality, and it’s the simple pleasure of sitting in the conservatory and soaking in that amazing view that I think I’ll miss most when we leave.”** 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.



Upstairs

Moving upstairs there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom leading from the gallery landing. Steps lead up to the master bedroom which has beautiful exposed beams, high ceilings, immaculate décor combining dark reds and creams and original stripped pine doors. The views through the large window take in the stunning rear gardens and open countryside beyond.

Bedrooom 2 is equally as spacious and well presented, also facing the rear gardens and having original built in storage shelving. Bedroom 3 is the single bedroom and overlooks the front of the property. The modern family bathroom has white tiled walls with a pretty inset red mosaic border and is fitted with a smart contemporary white suite with a low level wc, pedatsal hand basin and a shower bath. There is also a good sized storage cupboard accessed from the landing.







Outside

The property is approached down a quiet country lane and through tall oak gates to the spacious driveway and generous gardens beyond. A free standing brick built garage is accessed at the end of the drive and to the front of the garage is a door into a spacious storage area with power and lighting.

As you enter the garden you are immediately taken with the superb layout and expanse of lawn surrounded by some wonderful mature trees and shrubs that offer complete privacy with a beautiful natural backdrop. To the far corner of the garden is a raised decked sun terrace, capturing the sun all day long and creating the perfect spot for outdoor dining, relaxing and entertaining. A lovely old Apple tree and a rare Tulip tree can also be found to the far end, with Copper Beech, Maple and Sycamore bordering the garden towards the top end. A pathway leads from the garage, past a smart gravelled seating area fringed with neat borders, three excellent raised beds for keen gardeners and past the smart fencing that discreetly screens the Klargester and Oil tank. As you approach the property you’ll find a most charming terrace under the Cherry and Sycamore trees where Lupines and Peonies blanket the ground next to the pathway to the main rear entrance of this lovely home.


Laying in the north east of Worcestershire, Redditch was once the international centre for needle manufacturing, as well as the manufacturing of fishing tackle, springs and motorcycles. The town takes its name from the red soil of the River Arrow which runs through the town.

In the 1960’s Redditch became a model for ‘New Town Planning’. Carefully designed and planned from its inception, Redditch boasts the archetypical layout of a ‘New Town’, including wide roads and extensive landscaping. RedditchThe town is predominantly a commuter residence for nearby Birmingham with traditional industries being replaced by modern light industries and services. There are a wide variety of shops in the town including the popular King Fisher Shopping Center.

As for Education, Redditch is one of the few remaining parts of the United Kingdom which still follows the ‘Three-Tier’ system. There are a wide variety of First Schools (ages 4-7), Middle Schools (age 7-11) and Secondary Schools (age 11-18). The Heart of Worcestershire College also has one of its three campuses in the Town providing excellent opportunites for further education.

REDDITCH


Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 04018410 VAT Reg No. 754062833Head Office Address: 1 Regent Street Rugby CV21 2PEcopyright © 2019 Fine & Country Ltd.

The property has mains electric and water Oil fired central heating Private drainage through a Klargester bio-sphere

Local Council: Redditch District Council

The property is Freehold


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 28.06.2019

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