Rare lakeside living opportunity on Cofton Lake road. 2,481 sq ft detached residence with flexible layout, large garden, and potential for modernisation. Close to amenities and beautiful parks.

Summary
Nestled along one of the most sought-after roads bordering the tranquil waters of Cofton Lake, this substantial detached residence offers a rare opportunity to enjoy lakeside living with the potential to acquire access via purchasing a share of the lake. Boasting approximately 2,481 sq ft of previously extended accommodation, the home features a flexible and spacious layout including a breakfast kitchen, three reception rooms (highlighted by an impressive 9.65m x 4.28m living room) as well as a useful lower ground floor storage room and workshop, garage, and a storeroom. 

Enjoying one of the largest rear gardens on this stretch of road, the beautifully tiered outdoor space is a true highlight. Expansive picture windows throughout the property flood the rooms with natural light and frame serene garden views, while a driveway to the front provides off-road parking. 

Description
Brimming with potential for modernisation, this spacious and versatile property offers a rare opportunity to reimagine a family home in a superb setting. Set across multiple levels, the accommodation is generously proportioned throughout and offers an excellent foundation for moving in right away and for improvement and expansion (subject to planning permission).

Upon entering, the welcoming hallway benefits from both an understairs storage cupboard and a second recessed cupboard, leading through to a convenient guest WC with potential to install a shower. The heart of the home is an impressive dual-aspect living room, stretching over 9.65m in length, ideal for entertaining or relaxed family living. A separate sitting room is located at the front—complete with its own private entrance from the outside as well as direct access to the WC (with potential to install a shower) and the kitchen. This space offers flexible use as a snug, home office, studio, potential fifth bedroom or independence for an elderly relative or teen. 

To the rear, the breakfast kitchen boasts a striking picture window framing views of the beautifully tiered garden, while the adjoining dining room opens out via sliding glazed doors to a raised balcony with steps down to the patio, creating a seamless connection to the outdoor space.

Upstairs, there are four well-sized double bedrooms, with three including fitted wardrobes as well as enjoying spectacular elevated views over the garden and beyond. A generous family bathroom is complemented by useful eaves storage.

Externally, there are two lower ground floor rooms beneath the house (accessed via the outside), one currently utilised for storage and the other a workshop - the storage room housing a recently installed Worcester boiler.

Outside
The beautifully landscaped, tiered rear garden is a true highlight of the property—thoughtfully designed to offer both visual appeal and practical enjoyment across its levels. An expansive initial patio area provides an ideal space for outdoor dining or relaxing beside a charming pond, while central steps lead gracefully down through richly planted beds, bursting with an array of mature shrubs, topiary, and seasonal colour.

The steps open out onto a generous lower lawn, bordered by several tall fir trees that offer an excellent degree of seclusion and privacy. At the bottom of the garden, a gated access point leads directly to Cofton Lake—an exceptional feature available via the purchase of a lake share.

To the front of the property, a well-stocked planted bed of mature shrubs adds kerb appeal, while a gated pathway with steps descends to the front entrance. A driveway provides off-road parking in front of the garage, which has been divided internally with a partition wall to create a versatile rear storage space - with cupboards and drawers along one wall.

Cofton Lake
The lake is owned by Cofton Lake Conservation Limited. Residents who have contributed to the lake's purchase enjoy the privilege of walking around its perimeter, immersing themselves in the tranquil environment and observing local wildlife. A share is approx. £1,750 (one time purchase) with an annual maintenance fee of approx. £12.

Location
Cofton Hackett is an ancient settlement mentioned in historical documents dating back to 780 AD and in the present day provides a wide range of local amenities including an 18 hole golf course, two churches, sought after primary school, village hall, popular public house 'The Oak Tree' and Sunday lunch at 'The Old Rose and Crown' hotel. Reservoir Road itself is perfectly located for many fine walks within both the renowned 524 Acre Lickey Woods (located opposite Reservoir Road) and 135 Acre Cofton Park once visited by Pope Benedict XVI. The bordering village, Barnt Green, is located approximately 1.6 miles away and offers everyday shopping facilities, doctor's surgery, several dentists, St Andrews primary school, the ever-popular Grade II listed 'Barnt Green Inn' and railway station (direct to Birmingham New Street). There are also many sporting facilities including a cricket club, Blackwell Golf Club, sailing and many other clubs and societies. No more than 2 miles away is the recently regenerated Longbridge site (former MG Rover car plant), home to the largest Marks and Spencers in the Midlands. Access to the M42 is just 3.3 miles away and the M5 around the same distance.

Room Dimensions

Living Room: 9.65m x 4.28m (31'7" x 14'0")
Dining Room: 4.11m x 3.66m (13'5" x 12'0")
Breakfast Kitchen: 4.25m x 3.82m (13'11" x 12'6")
Sitting Room: 4.24m x 3.81m (13'10" x 12'6")
Garage: 5.27m x 2.7m (17'3" x 8'10")
Store: 3.52m x 2.7m (11'6" x 8'10")

Lower Ground Floor Workshop: 1.61m x 3.67m (5'3" x 12'0")
Lower Ground Floor Storage: 3.49m x 3.67m (11'5" x 12'0")

Bedroom 1: 4.49m x 4.3m (into wardrobes) (14'8" x 14'1")
Bedroom 2: 4.26m x 3.83m (13'11" x 12'6")
Bedroom 3: 3.38m (into bay) x 4.28m (11'1" x 14'0")
Bedroom 4: 3.19m x 3.69m (10'5" x 12'1")
Bathroom: 3.37m x 2.59m (11'0" x 8'5")
 

 

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