Doebank HouseDoebank Drive, Off Avenue Road,

Astwood Bank, B96 6AT

Doebank HouseDoebank Drive

Off Avenue RoadAstwood Bank

B96 6AT

An elegant, double-fronted Georgian residence set in approximately 7.8

acres or thereabouts. The approach to Doebank House is delightful, a private treelined drive leads to the property

which is discreetly set beyond a mature hedgerow, gardens and brick wall. The due westerly views from the property and gardens are truly

amazing and stretch for miles towards the Worcestershire countryside and surrounding areas of natural beauty.

Approximate GIA 4,186 sq ft.

Enclosed Vestibule & Reception HallwayThree Fine Reception Rooms

Kitchen Breakfast RoomUtility, Boot Room & Two WC’sExtensive Cellar Inc Gymnasium

Six Double BedroomsFour Bath/Shower Rooms

Ancillary OutbuildingsGardens, Land & Woodland

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THE PROPERTY

Doebank House originally dates back to the 17th century and has, over time, been further altered and extended to provide a wealth of well-designed accommodation throughout, ideally suited to modern family living. Located towards the outskirts of the popular village of Astwood Bank, also easily accessible to the larger neighbouring towns of Alcester and Redditch, this fine family home is well-positioned to take advantage of the local amenities, including excellent schooling, shops, eateries and recreational facilities.

On approach, electrically-operated gates open to expose a symmetrically landscaped fore-garden with a gravel driveway and central path flanked by lawn, which leads to an elegant, enclosed vestibule with large glazed doors to front. Internally, flagstones are laid throughout the hallway from which each of the three spacious and characterful reception rooms can be accessed, all providing a high level of versatility. There is also access to a large cellar which is currently used as a home gymnasium and storage space. The family kitchen is well appointed with a range of storage and integrated appliances. A feature brick archway leads to the breakfast area with space for a large table and chairs and further to a useful pantry. There is a separate utility room which leads to the enclosed courtyard area, plant room and gardener’s WC. The inner hallway then leads to a second WC and boot room with door to garden. An elegant staircase with beautiful period balustrade and hand rail leads to the upper floor, and a long galley landing with sash window to front provides access to each of the four spacious first floor bedrooms and the principal bathroom. The master notably enjoys amazing distant views and a large en-suite shower and bathroom. There are also en-suite facilities to bedrooms two and four. There are two further bedrooms to the second floor, sharing a modern shower room.

THE PROPERTY

Externally the walled courtyard is set beyond an electrically operated gate and provides excellent, secure parking for several vehicles. There is an open car port with double opening gates to rear, a large garage and substantial brick-built workshop with power and lighting. Continuing to the rear of the house, a useful storage and parking area can be accessed via the carport. The formal gardens are laid mainly to lawn, a sunken sun terrace and BBQ area provides the perfect space to entertain and this overlooks a charming 48ft long brick and glazed greenhouse / garden room. This space offers immense potential to be converted into a leisure complex or annexe, subject to the usual restrictions/permissions. The lawns extend to a ha-ha, with post and rail fencing and gate, providing a divide and access to approximately 5 acres of undulating grazing land, ideal for equestrian use and benefiting from separate vehicular access and mains water supply. There is also an area of mature woodland with natural stream to boundary. In all the plot extends to some 7.8 acres.

DIMENSIONS

Ground FloorReception Hall

Dining Room 6.92m x 4.34m (22’8 x 14’3)Drawing Room 6.92m x 4.29m (22’8 x 14’1)Morning Room 5.63m x 3.72m (18’6 x 12’2)

Kitchen 4.03m x 3.73m (13’3 x 12’3)Breakfast Room 4.90m x 3.44m (16’1 x 11’3)

Pantry 2.86m x 1.90m (7’9 x 6’3)Utility 3.20m x 2.44 (10’6 x 8’9)

Boot RoomGuest Cloakroom

Cellar / GymnasiumGym 4.68m x 3.43m (15’4 x 11’3)

Cellar 4.85m x 3.40m (15’11 x 11’2)

First FloorBedroom One 4.90m x 4.42m (16’1 x 14’6)

En Suite Bath/Shower RoomBedroom Two 4.37m x 3.43m (14’4 x 11’3)

En Suite Bath/Shower RoomBedroom Three 4.03m x 3.76m (13’3 x 12’4)

Bath/Shower RoomBedroom Four 3.65m x 4.30m (12’0 x 14’1)

With Shower & HandbasinSeparate W.C.

Bathroom

Second FloorBedroom Five 5.64m x 3.70m (18’6 x 12’2)Bedroom Six 4.92m x 3.60m (16’2 x 11’10)

Shower Room

OutbuildingsGarage 4.64m x 4.22m (15’3 x 13’10)

WorkshopCar Port

FLOOR PLAN

LOCATION

Astwood Bank is a highly desirable rural village location that provides all essential amenities, with a selection of shops, public house and restaurants close by and in the surrounding villages. Astwood Bank First School caters for 300 children and has been given an Ofsted rating of ‘Outstanding’ and Alcester Grammar School also falls in the catchment area.There are extensive shopping and entertainment facilities in Birmingham, Solihull and Worcester, while just five minutes south of Astwood Bank is the historic market town of Alcester, which boasts a selection of independent boutiques and antique shops. The development is ideally positioned for the various attractions in the region and commuting to Redditch and Birmingham to the north and Evesham to the south, as well as Worcester and Stratford-upon-Avon.

Subjective comments in these details imply the opinion of the selling Agent at the time these details were prepared. Naturally, the opinions of purchasers may differ.

Agents NoteWe have not tested any of the electrical, central heating or sanitaryware appliances. Purchasers should make their own investigations as to the workings of the relevant items. Floor plans are for identification purposes only and not to scale. All room measurements and mileages quoted in these sales particulars are approximate.

Fixtures and FittingsAll those items mentioned in these particulars by way of fixtures and fittings are deemed to be included in the sale price. Others, if any, are excluded. However, we would always advise that this is confirmed by the purchaser at the point of offer.

TenureThe property is Freehold with vacant possession upon completion of the purchase.

ServicesAll mains services are understood to be connected to the property. Gas central heating.

Local AuthorityRedditch Borough Council. Council Tax Band G.

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