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2 bed terraced house for saleSwan Street, Alvechurch, Birmingham B48
2 beds
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: C
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About this property
Quote JC0304
Character cottage
Working log burner
Perfect for first time buyers and down-sizers
Ground floor shower room
Fitted kitchen
Town centre location
Excellent transport links
"village charm on swan street"
Situated in the heart of the ever-popular village of Alvechurch, this charming two double bedroom mid-terraced cottage offers a wonderful opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers or those looking to enjoy village life with all the everyday conveniences on their doorstep. Beautifully combining traditional character with modern comforts, the property benefits from a cosy living room with log-burning stove, contemporary kitchen, ground-floor shower room and a private south-facing rear garden off communal courtyard – all within easy reach of open countryside, excellent transport links and the thriving village centre.
The property is approached directly from Swan Street, with the front door opening into a welcoming living room. Full of character, this cosy reception space centres around a feature log-burning stove, with useful alcove shelving and fitted window shutters adding both charm and practicality.
An inner hallway provides access to the remaining ground-floor accommodation, together with a particularly useful under-stairs storage cupboard.
Positioned to the rear, the kitchen comprises a range of fitted wall and base units with complementary work surfaces over, a feature ceramic double-bowl sink and drainer, electric cooker, integrated fridge/freezer and space for a washer/dryer. A breakfast bar provides a convenient spot for informal dining, whilst a rear door opens onto the shared courtyard.
Completing the ground floor is the contemporary shower room, fitted with a generous walk-in shower, wash hand basin set within a vanity unit and floor-to-ceiling metro-style tiling.
Stairs rise to the first-floor accommodation, comprising two generous double bedrooms, both benefitting from fitted window shutters. The principal bedroom enjoys exposed timber flooring, a useful storage cupboard and access to the loft space, whilst bedroom two benefits from further fitted storage incorporating the central heating boiler.
Outside, the property enjoys the increasingly sought-after benefit of a private south-facing rear garden. Accessed via a shared courtyard and steps leading onto a barked pathway, the garden provides a peaceful retreat from village life. A raised decked seating area creates the perfect spot for morning coffee, summer entertaining or al fresco dining, whilst the remainder of the garden is predominantly barked, offering a low-maintenance blank canvas for the next owners to make their own. A timber shed provides additional storage.
Alvechurch is a thriving Worcestershire village offering that increasingly desirable balance between countryside living and everyday convenience. Surrounded by beautiful open countryside, the village provides an abundance of walking routes and outdoor pursuits, with the Worcester and Birmingham Canal and Alvechurch Marina close at hand. The village centre boasts a fantastic selection of independent shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants and everyday amenities, together with medical facilities, schooling and recreational clubs. Commuters are equally well catered for, with Alvechurch railway station providing connections towards Birmingham and Redditch, whilst convenient access to the M42 and wider motorway network makes travelling throughout the Midlands particularly straightforward.
Whether you're looking for your first home, a charming village retreat or simply a quieter pace of life without sacrificing convenience, this characterful cottage offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy everything Alvechurch has to offer. Viewing is highly recommended.
Living Room - 4.1m x 3.6m (13'5" x 11'9")
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 3.6m x 2.7m (11'9" x 8'10")
Shower Room - 1.4m x 2.2m (4'7" x 7'2")
Bedroom One - 4.1m x 3.6m (13'5" x 11'9")
Bedroom Two - 3.5m x 2.7m (11'5" x 8'10")
Whilst every effort has been made to confirm the validity of measurements and details listed above buyers are advised to physically inspect or else otherwise satisfy themselves as to their accuracy.
Tenure - References to the tenure of a property are based on information supplied by the seller. We are advised that the main property is Freehold.
Money Laundering Regulations - In order to comply with Money Laundering Regulations, from June 2017, all prospective purchasers are required to provide the following - 1. Satisfactory photographic identification. 2. Proof of address/residency. 3. Verification of the source of purchase funds. The agent will obtain electronic biometric verification via a third-party provider in order to comply with Money Laundering Regulations, this will bear a cost to the purchaser to the sum of £30 per person.
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