3 bed detached house for sale

Bubbenhall Road, Baginton, Coventry CV8

A distinctive timber-framed country home set within just shy of four acres of landscaped grounds, approached via a long sweeping gravel driveway and extensively renovated in recent years. Originally constructed in 1981 to reflect the character of a traditional barn conversion, the property combines vaulted living spaces, exposed beams and beautifully refined interiors with exceptional versatility. Features include a striking vaulted kitchen/dining room, private rear courtyard, substantial workshops and outbuildings, extensive parking, three-phase electricity supply and a separate paddock with potential for equestrian use. Well suited to both lifestyle and business requirements, with dedicated work access and space for approximately 40 vehicles.

Approached via a long sweeping gravel driveway that winds through mature landscaped grounds, this distinctive country home immediately conveys a strong sense of arrival and privacy. Set within grounds extending to just shy of four acres, the property was constructed in 1981 with an intentional architectural nod to a far earlier period, successfully capturing the character and atmosphere of a traditional timber-framed barn conversion while offering the practicality, proportions and natural light associated with a more modern build. In recent years, the house has been extensively renovated and carefully refined throughout, resulting in a home that combines timeless character with an exceptionally high standard of finish.

Positioned at the centre of the approach, the house presents beautifully balanced elevations framed by mature trees, landscaped grounds and areas of open lawn, creating an environment that feels both established and secluded. Exposed oak timbers, brick detailing and deep-set windows have been thoughtfully incorporated throughout, lending the property an authentic sense of warmth and permanence.

Internally, the accommodation unfolds with a calm and understated atmosphere. At the heart of the home is a striking vaulted kitchen and dining space, where exposed beams, skylights and original-style brickwork combine to create an impressive yet welcoming everyday living environment. Bespoke shaker cabinetry is paired with quartz worktops and brass fittings, creating a kitchen that feels both refined and deeply practical for everyday living. The scale of the vaulted ceiling and abundance of natural light give the space a sense of openness rarely associated with older properties.

The adjoining reception rooms continue the same carefully considered aesthetic. The principal sitting room is particularly atmospheric, centred around a substantial brick fireplace with wood-burning stove beneath heavily exposed beams. Generous proportions and large windows overlooking the grounds create a sense of comfort and calm, while the recent renovations have elevated the interiors without compromising the home’s original character.

The first floor provides three well-balanced bedrooms together with two bath/shower rooms, including a principal en suite. A particularly spacious landing area, currently arranged as an additional seating space, further enhances the sense of openness upstairs and offers potential to be converted into a fourth bedroom if required. Character continues throughout the first floor through vaulted ceilings and exposed timbers, while the overall layout remains practical and well suited to both family life and visiting guests.

To the rear, the property opens onto a remarkably private courtyard arrangement which forms a sheltered extension of the living accommodation during the warmer months. Enclosed by the surrounding buildings and outbuildings, the courtyard creates an almost continental sense of enclosure and privacy, ideally suited to outdoor dining and entertaining.

Beyond its residential appeal, the site has also been thoughtfully adapted to support commercial use, making it particularly well suited to a range of business or operational requirements. A substantial rear yard provides parking capacity for approximately 40 vehicles, while a dedicated work entrance allows operational access to remain entirely separate from the principal residential approach. The extensive driveway has been designed to accommodate larger vehicles, including suitable access for articulated lorries, and the property further benefits from a three-phase electricity supply serving the workshop areas.

Extending to approximately 2,000 sq ft, the ancillary buildings incorporate a range of workshops, stores, garaging and covered parking, providing exceptional flexibility for business operations, storage, vehicle-based enterprises or hobbies. Together, they offer a rare balance between comfortable residential living and practical commercial functionality within a highly private setting.

Separately, a paddock positioned to the side of the property lends itself particularly well to equestrian applications or further lifestyle use, complementing the overall versatility of the site and its semi-rural setting.

Although designed to evoke the appearance of a much older home, the property avoids many of the compromises often associated with genuinely historic buildings. Ceiling heights, room proportions and natural light all benefit from its more modern origins, while the extensive recent renovations ensure the house now offers a seamless blend of character, quality and practicality for contemporary country living.