Fine & Country Solihull

Tel: +44 (0)121 746 6400 solihull@fineandcountry.comJoseph House, 970 Stratford Road, Solihull, West Midlands B90 4ED

Fine & Country

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CLAREMONT 12 Farquhar Road | Edgbaston | Birmingham | B15 3RB

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ClaremontCLAREMONT An extensive, stunning Victorian residence set in the most sought after road in Edgbaston.

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This magnificent and sensitively restored late Victorian residence,

which includes some unique original features, is set in extensive

mature grounds at the quieter north end of Farquhar Road,

widely regarded as Birmingham’s most prestigious location. The

accommodation offers superb reception rooms and eight to nine

bedrooms, including a two bedroom coach house annexe.

“Of particular note are the unique original features of the restored

grand entrance hall,” says the owner. “These include a galleried Burma

teak staircase and a stained glass window of enormous size depicting

Lady Godiva and her husband, which dates from the late 1700s.

The hall also has an oak parquet floor with Burma teak marquetry,

while the primary entrance door also features stained glass panels,

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step inside

n A truly magnificent fully restored Victorian residence

n Situated in a beautiful conservation area on arguably

Edgbaston’s’ most premier location

n Circa 9,000sq ft of accommodation

n Unused space in the vaults on the Second Floor

n Eight to nine beautiful double bedrooms, two with

luxury Porcelanosa en suites

n A variety of substantial and versatile receptions rooms

n State of the art Poggenpohl kitchen with Gaggenau

appliances

n Stunning entrance hall depicting a spectacular

18th Century stained glass window

n Luxury basement incorporating a spa, gym, wine cellar,

bar, safe room, study, laundry and linen room

n Extensively restored Victorian gardens with feature

pond and private accessible parkland beyond

n A multitude of beautifully restored original features

n State of the Art audio visual system installed into all

principle rooms

n Remote control systems for controlling the security

lighting, CCTV cameras, gate access and heating

n Self-contained two bedroom coach house apartment

n Extensive private parking behind security gates

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“Constructed in the 1890s with substantial servants’ quarters, Claremont was originally built for the Elliott family, affluent hoteliers who were linked to the Cadburys,” explains the owner.

“It remained in the family until the late 1960s, when it was split into five apartments, while other parts were left unoccupied. Farquhar Road later became part of the Edgbaston Conservation Area and,

when the house came onto the market five years ago, I took up the challenge of restoring it to its former splendour but with all the benefits of modern life.”

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“In terms of modernisation, the house has new plumbing, a higher than required

standard of insulation, two boilers plus a back-up

boiler, and a mix of designer vertical radiators

and under-floor heating,” continues the owner.

“The lighting incorporates LED technology, and

most rooms have central audio and fitted HD

televisions. These aspects can be controlled from

within each room, or remotely via an iPad, as can

the security lighting, CCTV cameras, gate access

and building temperature.”

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“The Poggenpohl kitchen has Gaggenau appliances. Everything is to the highest specification.”

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“The principal rooms have high ceilings and tall windows, some of which are bay windows; it’s a very bright house as there are windows on all

sides. Other features include ornate plasterwork and cornices, and original art deco

fireplaces.”

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“The newly tanked basement includes a spa area and a gym, laundry and linen rooms, a wine cellar and a bar, a

cloakroom, a safe room and a study.”

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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. Printed 04.06.2015

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Edgbaston is a thriving Birmingham suburb,

renowned for being one of the most

upmarket and affluent parts of the city.

There are numerous hospitals such as the

world renowned Queen Elizabeth Hospital,

Birmingham Children’s Hospital and

extensive public and private schooling for all

ages including the University of Birmingham.

The area is also renowned for its

comprehensive recreational and leisure

facilities including Edgbaston Cricket

Ground, Edgbaston Priory Tennis Club and

Edgbaston and Harborne golf clubs.

Cannon Hill Park and the Birmingham

Botanical Gardens also proudly sit within the

suburb, making this an extremely desirable

and prosperous place to reside.

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Birmingham has undergone extensive

redevelopment and investment over recent

years, making Britain’s second city a highly

attractive place to inhabit.

Landmarks of the city include St Martins

Church, Birmingham Town Hall, St Philips

Cathedral and the Bull Ring shopping centre,

which contains over 100 stores including

Selfridges Department Store.

Birmingham offers excellent transport links

with three large train stations, Birmingham

New Street, Moor Street and Snow Hill,

and an extensive motorway network

nearby, offering access to Birmingham

International Airport.

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Viewing arrangements strictly via the vendors’ sole agents Fine & Country on 0121 746 6400

“Externally, the wide frontage provides extensive parking,” adds the owner. “At the rear the first tier of the terraced garden is paved with

York stone from which eight steps lead down to the restored Victorian formal

garden. The lowest tier is lawn; meandering paths take you down to a pond

at the far end, where there is access to shared private parkland.”

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“I’ve been privileged to be able to enjoy Claremont for even a short time,” concludes the owner. “It’s so quiet and secluded, you feel as if you’re living in the country, while in fact you’re within walking distance of Harborne high street, excellent schools, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital and the university. Claremont is in a premier location, where neighbouring properties have become home to various notable residents.”

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