Barlows Road, Birmingham, B15

Occupying a prestigious position on Barlows Road, Edgbaston, yet just moments from Harborne, this exceptional five-bedroom detached residence combines substantial family accommodation, impressive specification and an outstanding indoor leisure suite.

Approached via a brick-paved in-and-out driveway providing extensive parking and access to the garages, the property opens into a welcoming reception hallway, with porcelain tiled flooring, underfloor heating and a contemporary staircase with glass balustrades.

The ground floor is particularly well arranged for family life and entertaining. A dedicated home office sits to the front, while the principal living room features a remote-controlled gas fireplace, bespoke cabinetry and electrically operated blinds. From here, the accommodation flows through generous sitting and dining areas into a light-filled orangery-style family space, with French doors to the garden and bi-folding doors opening directly into the swimming pool. The comprehensively fitted kitchen features granite work surfaces and an extensive Miele specification, including multiple ovens, induction hob, wine cooler and integrated coffee machine.

Undoubtedly a defining feature is the indoor leisure suite, incorporating a heated swimming pool with electrically operated cover, separate heated jacuzzi, dedicated shower room and extensive glazing connecting beautifully with the garden.

Upstairs are five bedrooms, each benefiting from private en-suite facilities. The principal suite includes bespoke fitted wardrobes, electrically operated blinds, two separate en-suites and a private balcony overlooking the swimming pool.

Outside, the beautifully maintained rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn with mature planting and a generous paved entertaining terrace.

Further specification includes underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, air conditioning to part, ambient lighting, security system and premium Villeroy & Boch, Hansgrohe and Vitra fittings.

Area

Barlows Road is one of the most desirable roads within the area, situated in a B15 location within a stone’s throw of Harborne High Street. The property is very short walk to the attractive boutiques and shopping provision of Edgbaston Village, and the city beyond, plus amenities of Harborne High Street, including Marks & Spencers Food hall and Waitrose, along with a plethora of independent restaurants and eateries. Queen Elizabeth hospital, Birmingham University and Medical Quarter are within easy reach, whilst very accessible to A38 links to M6 motorway and Birmingham International Airport.

Excellent primary secondary and prep schools are very close by such as Edgbaston High School for Girls, The Priory School and The King Edward Foundation Schools, along with Hallfield Preparatory School, West House, The Blue Coat and St George's Schools.

Leisure facilities are provided with The Edgbaston Priory Tennis and Squash club-host to prestigious tennis events, Edgbaston Golf club nearby, with world renowned Edgbaston cricket ground the home of international cricket tournaments. Recreational facilities such as Botanical Gardens and Martineau Gardens are a short walk.

Approach

The property is approached across a substantial brick-paved in-and-out driveway, providing generous off-road parking and access to the garages. The established front garden is principally laid to lawn.

Hallway

An impressive and naturally light entrance into the property, featuring porcelain tiled flooring with underfloor heating and a contemporary staircase with glass balustrades rising to the first floor.

Natural light is drawn from the skylights above, while further details include an alarm control panel, security sensors and soft-touch ambient/mood lighting controls.

Study

Positioned to the front of the house with a double-glazed window overlooking the front aspect. Porcelain tiled flooring incorporates underfloor heating, complemented by ceiling coving, decorative three-spot ceiling lighting, power points and useful fitted shelving.

Cloakroom/Storage

Useful additional storage positioned off the hallway, providing practical cloakroom facilities with tiled flooring, secure post box and flush ceiling lighting.

Kitchen

The comprehensively appointed kitchen incorporates an extensive range of wall and base cabinetry beneath granite work surfaces. The integrated 'Miele' specification includes multiple ovens, warming drawer, four-ring induction hob with extractor above, dishwasher, wine cooler, integrated coffee machine, whilst further appliances include two under-counter refrigerators and a separate under-counter freezer. An instant boiling-water tap also incorporates a chilled-water facility. Further specification includes recessed ceiling downlighters, ceiling coving, power points and network points.
The kitchen connects directly with the principal living accommodation while a separate door returns to the reception hallway.

Living Room

Double doors from the hallway open into an impressive principal reception room. A remote-controlled electric fireplace provides the focal point, front-facing double-glazed bay window incorporating electrically operated blinds, also featuring power points, ceiling coving, decorative ceiling lighting, recessed downlighters and ambient/mood lighting controls.

Dining/Sitting Room

The principal living room flows into a substantial additional reception area, currently arranged to incorporate sitting, dining and a dedicated piano/music space. A ceiling lantern and extensive glazing create excellent natural light, while double-glazed windows overlook the rear garden and French doors provide direct access outside, complete with ceiling coving, recessed ceiling downlighters and power points.
Continuing the flow of the rear accommodation is a particularly bright orangery-style area beneath a pitched glazed roof. Porcelain tiled flooring with underfloor heating continues through the space, complemented by power points, security sensors and an LG Neo Plasma air-conditioning unit. French doors open directly onto the garden, while bi-folding doors provide an impressive connection with the indoor swimming pool.

Swimming Pool

An outstanding leisure space and undoubtedly one of the defining features of the property.

The heated swimming pool incorporates an electrically operated cover and sits beneath an impressive pitched glazed roof. Wooden-framed double-glazed bi-folding doors create a direct connection with the garden, while additional double-glazed windows introduce further natural light. A separate heated jacuzzi complements the pool. The room incorporates power provision, a selection of wall lights and connectivity suitable for an audio/speaker system.
Above, the private balcony from the principal bedroom overlooks the pool, creating a particularly distinctive architectural feature. A door also provides internal access to the garage.

Pool Shower room

A dedicated shower room serving the leisure suite, incorporating a tiled shower enclosure, floating wash hand basin with 'Vitra' fitting and low-level WC. Motion-activated lighting provides an additional practical detail.

First Floor Landing

The contemporary staircase rises to a particularly light first-floor landing, with two Velux skylights providing natural light from above. A feature low-hanging decorative light fitting is complemented by recessed ceiling downlighters and ceiling coving. Ceiling ventilation outlets and individual wall-mounted controls form part of the property's climate system.

Principle Bedroom

A substantial principal suite with a front-facing double-glazed bay window incorporating electrically operated blinds. Bespoke fitted wardrobes provide extensive storage and feature motion-activated internal strip lighting, with additional integrated storage also provided. Recessed ceiling downlighters and ceiling coving complete the room. To the rear, wooden-framed bi-folding doors open onto a private balcony overlooking the swimming pool below, whilst doors access:

Principle ensuite One

Beautifully appointed with a bath incorporating 'Hansgrohe' fittings, walk-in shower enclosure with adjustable handheld fitting, floating 'Villeroy & Boch' wash hand basin and low-level WC. Further features include fitted storage, an obscure double-glazed side window and recessed ceiling downlighters.

Principle ensuite Two

Providing a rare luxury of 'his and hers' arrangement to the principal suite, the second en-suite adopts a lighter contemporary finish. Features include a walk-in shower enclosure with handheld fitting, floating 'Villeroy & Boch' wash hand basin, low-level WC and integrated dressing table.
A double-glazed window overlooks the swimming pool, complemented by wall lighting and recessed ceiling downlighters.

Bedroom Two

A well-proportioned double bedroom with front-facing double-glazed bay window. Features include carpeted flooring, double-opening fitted wardrobes, ceiling coving and recessed ceiling downlighters controlled by soft-touch ambient/mood lighting controls.

Bedroom Two En-suite

Private shower room incorporating a tiled shower enclosure with adjustable handheld fitting, contemporary circular 'Villeroy & Boch' wash hand basin with Hansgrohe mixer tap, low-level WC and fitted cabinetry. A double-glazed window and recessed ceiling downlighters provide natural and artificial lighting.

Bedroom Three

A generous double bedroom enjoying a double-glazed rear garden aspect featuring carpeted flooring, double-opening fitted wardrobes, power points, ceiling coving and recessed ceiling downlighters, together with an individual wall-mounted climate/heating control.

Bedroom Three En-suite

Incorporating a bath with shower fittings, floating 'Villeroy & Boch' wash hand basin, low-level WC, heated towel rail, large mirror, double-glazed window and recessed ceiling downlighters.

Bedroom Four

A further front-facing double bedroom with carpeted flooring, fitted storage and good provision of power points. Ceiling coving and recessed ceiling downlighters are complemented by ambient lighting and an individual wall-mounted control.

Bedroom Four En-suite

A contemporary shower room incorporating tiled shower enclosure with adjustable handheld fitting, square wash hand basin with tall mixer tap and vanity storage beneath, low-level WC, double-glazed window and recessed ceiling downlighters.

Bedroom Five

Currently arranged as an additional home office, this remains a versatile fifth bedroom. A rear-facing double-glazed window overlooks the garden, while fitted wardrobe storage is complemented by a bespoke wooden-topped desk with fitted cabinetry beneath.
Further features include excellent power-point provision, ceiling coving and recessed ceiling downlighters.

Bedroom Five En-suite

Private en-suite shower room incorporating a floating 'Villeroy & Boch' wash hand basin with mixer tap, low-level WC, storage and tiled flooring.

Garden

A beautifully maintained and established rear garden, predominantly laid to lawn with mature trees, shrubbery and planted borders creating an attractive backdrop. A generous paved patio adjoining the house provides excellent outdoor entertaining and dining space and works particularly well with the glazed living accommodation and swimming pool.
A small summer house is positioned towards the rear of the garden, while covered side access provides a useful connection between the front and rear

Parking - Double garage

Double garage complements in and out driveway offering ample parking, with remote control activated electric doors and also houses the pool control cupboard.

Disclaimer

With approximate measurements these particulars have been prepared in good faith by the selling agent in conjunction with the vendor(s) with the intention of providing a fair and accurate guide to the property.

However, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or contract nor may they be regarded as representations, all interested parties must themselves verify their accuracy. No tests or checks have been carried out in respect of heating, plumbing, electric installations or any type of appliances which may be included.