A charming and thoughtfully maintained 16th Century home.
Located just outside Birmingham a short hop from the M5, M6, M42 and Birmingham airport. Perfect for meetings, events, production and beyond - let your imagination run wild.
Magpie Cottage - a charming and thoughtfully maintained 16th Century home, it's namesake representing its black and white façade.
The property has undergone sympathetic refurbishment by the current owners, retaining its characterful ambience, yet pushing boundaries for modern day styling in this Grade II listed home. Floors and doors are oak, ceilings with beams, and stone / concrete touches throughout. There are combinations of interesting angles, exposed brick, beams and fireplaces in each room.
The cottage lies with an easterly aspect and south facing side patio and decked area - designed with great thought using poured concrete and Siberian larch, with external bar and entertaining area and open countryside views. The long front harden and gravel driveway are set behind electric slated gates, giving a contemporary twist to what lie behind - approaching 0.3 acres.
On the ground floor are three separate pocket of space. The snug and dining room are the oldest section of the property the latter having retained its original baker's oven and exposed brick inglenook fireplace. The snug enjoys a further fireplace and has wonderful views to the rear maize field, separate pantry and utility (with access to the rear)
The formal sitting room has the benefit of double doors to the front garden plus separate study / home office to the rear with fully opening windows to the patio.
Two staircases from the ground floor rise to each side of the property, whilst the top floor is not separated but adjoined through the master bedroom.
Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms and a main family bathroom. The principal suite radiates the feel of a luxurious boutique hotel, enjoying a free-standing bath to a raised polished concrete plinth. The main landing leads through to 3 bedrooms and the family bathroom - with roll top bath and shower cubicle. The second landing has access to the master bedroom and dressing room - which resembles the look of a boutique clothes store.
Externally, Magpie cottage is not without ample parking provision (for up to 10 cars), with a large driveway and double detached garage. The garage has light and power. There are numerous outdoor power points on the patio, external bar and on the drive. Within the bar there is a double fridge and multiple sockets, along with a bracket to hang an outdoor tv.
This is a most charming location which has encountered sympathetic thought to décor and furnishing, capable of providing both modern twists and traditional cottage style.
