Millstone BarnMill Lane | Aldridge | Staffordshire | WS9 0LZ

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MILLSTONE BARN“When we first heard about the development of the old barns nearly 20 years ago, we were intrigued to see what they would be like and we wanted to come along and have a look for ourselves. Although Millstone Barn was still a work in progress at that point, we immediately fell for the peaceful location and outlook, so we made our offer and bought off plan. We were able to make some changes at that point, so we decided to change the layout and opted for larger bedrooms which has worked really well for us,” say the current owners.

This attractive Grade II Listed Barn conversion is one of only six similar properties sitting on the outskirts of Little Aston. It is packed with character and boasts very spacious and elegant living accommodation. The dining room is a generous and welcoming room that leads onto the drawing-room which has an impressive full height vaulted ceiling and feature exposed brick fireplace with a gas wood effect burning stove. Dual aspect full height windows to the front and rear provide gorgeous views of the garden and beyond. The kitchen is at the heart of this lovely home and has a comprehensive L’interieur fitted kitchen with informal dining area. Just off the kitchen is the family area which has French doors leading out to the rear garden.

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Seller Insight The location is fabulous. We’re surrounded by fields and farmland so there are plenty of cycling and walking

opportunities accessed right from our doorstep. We can walk into Aldridge which has a good range of shops and cafes or Sutton Coldfield is just a short car journey away. There are lots of nice restaurants and cafes at nearby Mere Green, as well as some good schools in the local area. The train station is just a couple of miles away and from there, we can enjoy easy access to Birmingham and Lichfield.”

“We love spending time in our sunny garden which is perfect for entertaining and relaxing. It’s very peaceful and pretty with lots of mature planting and interesting features, such as the rockery and restored Bee Hole. The decking area is the perfect spot to catch the last of the sun and we often sit there in the evening watching the moorhens, coots, Canadian geese and swans that are regular visitors to the lake. We will certainly miss the garden and the stunning views overlooking the farmland and the lake.”

“The house and garden are perfect for entertaining. We have the space to accommodate 4 or 5 cars. It’s a lovely little community here where we all look out for each other, whilst also maintaining our privacy. We often get together for bridge evenings or nights out and we have also celebrated bonfire night with fireworks in the garden and plenty of food for all to enjoy.” *

* 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.

Externally the property benefits from parking for multiple cars, two vehicle integral car port, beautifully landscaped gardens with water mill tale race, ornamental pond, and open views of the countryside beyond with partial views of the mill lake.

Being just 3 miles from Sutton Coldfield and 8 miles from Birmingham city centre, the location is ideal for access to shopping and entertainment facilities, with the bullring shopping centre proffering a range of high street stores plus a Selfridges. There is a

flagship John Lewis store at Grand Central, while the Mailbox has a Harvey Nichols and a range of high-end home and interior design stores such as Heals, Wesley Barrell and Made.com. There are a plethora of bars and restaurants in both Sutton Coldfield and Little Aston, as well as four Michelin star restaurants in Birmingham.

For the golfing enthusiasts there are several prestigious clubs just a few minutes drive away.

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A green and pleasant suburb, just eight miles from the city center of Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield is famed for its beautiful park and nature reserve. At 2,224 acres, it is one of the largest urban parks in the country. A site of Special Scientific interest, it provides habitat for a variety of birds and wildlife. The park also offers a range of sporting activities, including mountain biking, kayaking and sailing amongst others. Many charity runs are held in the park as well as the World Scout Jambouree.

The popular Sutton Park provides all the amenities you could require; there are many restaurants and bistros within the vicinity as well as doctors, dental surgeries and the hospital all within the immediate vicinity. There is also a new development at the nearby Mere Green, which is to include shopping facilities such as Waitrose and Marks and Spencers. The schooling in the area is fantastic with grammar and private schools within easy reach. For travelling further afield, the local Four Oaks station provides an effortless commute to both Birmingham and Lichfield.

SUTTON COLDFIELD

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. It is home to the world famous City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) based at the iconic Symphony Hall, renowned for its outstanding acoustics and Birmingham Hippodrome plays residence to the Birmingham Royal Ballet (BRB). Along with a magnificent and striking new library Birmingham is increasingly recognised as an important cultural hub in the UK. 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. Grand Central opened in 2015 as part of the New Street Station Gateway re-development. The mall, designed with a glass atrium roof as its centre piece, is home to over 60 stores across 500,000 sq ft with John Lewis as main anchor. Many of the shops, restaurants and cafés are new to the city including Cath Kidston, The White Company, Kiehls and Giraffe. Alongside outstanding museums and galleries you’ll find an increasing number of gastronomic restaurants, cool and/or secret cocktail bars and picturesque canals with waterside bars, restaurants, attractions and cruises. Thriving legacies of Birmingham’s industrial heritage include its Jewellery Quarter, Cadbury manufacturing plant and a former custard factory that’s been transformed into a cutting-edge creative hub. With construction on the High Speed Rail (HS2) line – connecting London with Birmingham in just 45 minutes by 2026 – set to boost employment and the economy, ‘Brum’, as it’s dubbed by locals, is buzzing.

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