4 bedroom detached house for sale

Wow! This is your chance to own a piece of history and wonderful architecture in the heart of Aldridge.

15 Portland Road has been transformed from a Doctors Home & adjoining GP Surgery into a fantastic home by the current vendors and now boasts such versatile living space as well as luxury living with the additions of the swimming pool, games room and more.

Nestled on Portland Road is this detached 4 Bed double fronted home that is just a stone’s throw away from The Croft, Town Centre, Schools and Transport in Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 making it the ideal family home.

Brimming with character and period charm, this home exudes warmth and history at every turn.

As you approach the home it is screened behind bushes and the front driveway gives you privacy from the road. The double fronted bays give the home such beauty and signs of its history charm. To the left are double electric gates leading to further parking if needed, the triple garage with living space above and the rear garden.

As you enter through the double doors into the Entrance Porch you are stunned by the Minton tiled flooring and the stained glass windows and front door. Into the Entrance Hallway you are then blown away with the sense of grandeur the house has to offer with the high ceilings, ceiling roses, coving and wood panelling, the lighting, the length of the home itself and the staircase leading to the first floor landing.

To the right of the Hallway is one of the front reception rooms which is currently being used as a formal dining room. The large bay window floods the room with natural light and there is a focal fireplace too. There is space for a large table and chairs as well as further dining furniture. You can really imagine those Sunday roasts and Christmas dinner with the family or entertaining friends on a weekend in here with a dinner party.

Across the Hallway is the formal Living Room. This room too boasts a gorgeous large bay sash window and has a focal fireplace. The detailing on the ceiling in this room is just stunning and in keeping with the age of the property, treasuring its history. There is plenty of space for multiple sofas and additional seating as well as extra living room furniture. Its a superb space for spending time with all the family watching a movie or catching up with daytime tv.

Along the Hallway is the Snug with two entrance doors. It is bright and airy with the dual windows to the side and rear, and benefits from a focal fireplace and storage either side of it. Its a great space to be able to chill with friends for a coffee and catch up or to relax with a book and take in some of the rear garden views too.

The Morning Room, which used to be the previous Kitchen area before the extension, offers another living space. This then has the door that leads downstairs to the basement - which provides endless possibilities, and the double doors leading into the Kitchen extension.

The Basement offers endless possibilities such as for more storage, wine cellar or cinema room if wished.

The Kitchen Diner is magnificent! This addition by the current owners now offers a great space that enables those family moments with the children at the table doing their homework whilst a parent is making a culinary creation. There is space for the dining table and chairs set, plenty of storage and food preparation areas with the bespoke fitted wall and base units and the marble solid worktops as well as the range cooker. The room is filled with natural light due to the vaulted ceiling, Velux windows and multiple windows to the side and the French doors leading directly out to the garden. It also benefits from underfloor heating too.

Off the Kitchen is a separate Utility with Downstairs WC and direct access to the garden.

A prime luxury home would not be complete without an indoor swimming pool or a games room and this wonderful home has both of those!

There are secure double doors leading through to the indoor 8m x 4m swimming pool with rubber resin flooring and ample space around the pool for gym equipment and spa seating. The roof lantern brings in natural light. This area used to be the Doctors waiting room and consultation rooms and the space has been transformed into a luxury addition that can be part of daily exercise or for hosting those friend and family gatherings! As well as the pool itself there is also a Sauna, Changing Room, Shower Room with WC and the very important Plant Room.

The Games Room, another addition by the current owners, showcases a bar with bar stools, space for a full size snooker table with table lights above and trophy cabinets. What an amazing space to spend having fun with your teenage to adult kids or entertaining guests.

To the first floor are four great size bedrooms and the family bathroom. The landing is open and spacious and continues the stunning features from downstairs. The Master bedroom benefits from bespoke built in bedroom furniture as well as a 4 piece ensuite and offers wonderful views of the rear garden. Bedroom 2 and 3 to the front boast the replicated large bay windows and front aspect views and Bedroom 2 has bespoke fitted bedroom furniture too. Bedroom 4 is a double bedroom with a beautiful feature wall and double doors.

The family bathroom is a 4 piece with a separate bath, shower, double sinks with matching vanity unit, WC, bedeau and fitted storage too.

Outside the feeling of space and grandeur continues. Through the double electric gates to the side you have a sweeping driveway past the house and extension and round to the Triple Garage. What a great addition this is and once again offers endless possibilities to suit you and your families needs. It is currently set up as storage for cars and racking with family belongings with stairs leading to the first floor offices and storage space. It could easily be transformed into a habitable space such as an annexe etc.

Beyond the rear driveway and Triple Garage is the rear Garden. It is South Facing and offers areas for seating, hot tub, children's play equipment, storage sheds and boasts a huge lawn area surrounded by hedge, mature trees and plants and fencing. It is an amazing secure space for you and your family and friends to enjoy all year round but especially in the summer! You can imagine al fresco dining, children playing and ending the evening with a dip in the hot tub under the stars.

This property provides a seamless transition for those eager to embrace the rich history and enchanting ambiance of this remarkable home with luxury additions.

The location is ideal for families with both Primary and Secondary schools within walking distance, The Croft for playdates and Sunday strolls, The Stick and Wicket Club for sporting activities, The Village Centre offering an array of shops, deli’s etc and great transport links too making Birmingham, Walsall, Sutton Coldfield and other areas within easy reach.

Embrace the opportunity to make this amazing home your own and immerse yourself in its timeless allure.

The Council Tax band is F. We have been advised that the property is Freehold. The home is of standard construction and benefits from mains supply of services.

To book a viewing contact Emma Nugent, Partner Agent @ The Avenue Estate Agents.

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