Icknield Close, Bidford-on-Avon B50 4BZ

Property Ref : JL0210

An exciting opportunity to purchase a three bedroom detached property  in a superb, private, end of close location with outstanding gardens to the rear and a private aspect to the front.

Icknield Close is located on the well established Bryant Homes estate near to the church and historic, riverside village centre, and enjoys easy access on foot to all the amenities that this lovely village has to offer. 

In need of some refurbishment, this lovely home offers great potential to improve/extend. With three bedrooms, two double and a single, family bathroom, living room, kitchen/diner, downstairs W.C. Wonderful gardens, garage and a driveway providing comfortable parking for two/three cars.

The property is approached via a private driveway and sits behind a sunny front garden. Sliding double-glazed doors take us into the entry vestibule, with a secondary door into the hallway.

Off here we have the downstairs W.C. Front facing living room, with blocked-off fireplace. Door off to the kitchen / diner, where double doors open onto the garden from the dining area. A further exterior door is off the kitchen to the side patio. There is a good sized larder and the kitchen, whilst all in  working order, is ready for updating.

Stairs off the hall take you to the landing with a family bathroom and three bedrooms, two good sized doubles,  both with built-in wardrobes, and a single.

The property is offered with no upward chain and really does need to be viewed to appreciate the huge potential and the absolutely superb rear gardens.

EXTERIOR

The front of the property enjoys a private approach with driveway, garage and front gardens. The property boundary reaches right to the end of the close where an attractive red brick wall runs along the boundary to the side.

Generous Enclosed Mature Rear Garden

The garden is beautifully planted with mature shrubs and plants. There is a paved patio area and to the side an external door into the garage.

Potential - Extensions to these houses S.T.P.C. 

1.Building a 2 storey extension outside the kitchen and garage to extend kitchen and provide 4th bedroom. 2. Utility area built onto side of kitchen with access to garage.3. Conservatory built onto back of house 4. Garage converted into a 4th bedroom, sitting room or study/office. 5. Garden space outside for a garden office or summer room. 

COUNCIL TAX: Council Tax is levied by the Local Authority and is understood to lie in Band D.

CURRENT ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE RATING: C. 

SERVICES We have been advised by the vendor that mains gas, water, electricity and drainage are connected to the property. However, this must be checked by your solicitor before exchange of contracts. Gas central heating. 

BIDFORD-ON-AVON is a Saxon village situated equidistant from Stratford-upon-Avon and Evesham, being approximately 7 miles respectively, on the banks of the River Avon. 

One of the main attractions of this charming village is undoubtedly the beautiful setting, friendly atmosphere and the way  life is based around the river,  where wildlife and water sports are equally at home. The Big Meadow to one side, a 26 acre recreational park  that caters for all ages, has a play area, outdoor gym equipment, a trim trail, a skate park and a MultiUseGameArea (MUGA). With lovely riverside pubs to while away the time. And all on the doorstep! 

Bidford is well served by a variety of amenities including a Co-op supermarket with Post Office, a petrol station, restaurants and a village café, as well as a number of independent shops.  Bidford has its own GP Health Centre, an independent pharmacy and a private dental practice. Excellent schooling with nursery schools, Bidford Primary, Alcester Academy,  Alcester Grammar, St. Benedict's Catholic High School, K.E.S Boys Grammar and Stratford Girls Grammar.

TRANSPORT

The village is in easy reach of the M40 (Birmingham to London), M42 and M5. 

Superb rail, road and air connections – 

Honeybourne Station (trains to London Paddington via Oxford from 100mins) 5 miles 
M40 (J15) 10 miles
Warwick and Warwick Parkway Station (trains to London Marylebone from 69 mins) 10 miles
Chipping Campden/Cotswolds 10 miles
Birmingham International Airport 29 miles
(All distances and times are approximate).