17th century farmhouse is Lap of luxury

A 17TH-century farmhouse turned millionaire’s dream home has gone on sale in Solihull.

The impressive six-bedroom property in Grove Lane boasts its own indoor swimming pool – with a retractable roof for sunnier days.

Located just outside the soughtafter village of Lapworth, which is popular with celebrities, it features four lounges and open views over six acres of land.

The main house offers more than 6,000 square feet of accommodation and is overflowing with attractive features, including a large kitchen with breakfast island, cosy snug with wood burner, dining room with enclosed wine store, garden room, games room and a generous master bedroom with its own balcony, a large walk-in wardrobe and stand-alone bath.

The adjacent two-storey annexe is perfect for housing extended family, having its own kitchen, living space and bedroom.

The property listing reads: “A former period farmhouse, it is thought to have its origins in the 17th century.

“The formal gardens and paddock land offer unencumbered green views to the rear of the property whilst providing a magnificent backdrop to the indoor swimming pool, which has been meticulously looked after including the fitting of a modern shower room and sauna.

‘‘‘There is generous gravel parking as well as a detached triple garage, added in more recent years.’’

It goes on to say that in November 2019 planning permission was granted for the demolition of an outbuilding and the erection of a four-bedroom, detached two-storey property.

The parish of Lapworth is a dispersed community of large houses that are home to comedian Jasper Carrott as well as former international footballers Gareth Barry and Andy Townsend.

The seller is welcoming offers over £2,950,000.