7 bed detached house for sale

South Avenue, Coventry CV2

(Ref DM01) Unique Victorian, substantial seven-bedroom home. Full of original features, not to mention the warm welcome this home holds, from decades of love. A wealth of architectural delights, spanning over approx 3,902 sq ft over four floors. The plot including the house footprint is approx 10,530 sq ft

Tucked discreetly behind a mature tree-lined approach, in a conservation area. South Avenue presents a rare opportunity to own an architecturally striking residence, set within one of the area’s most desirable and discreet addresses. With approx 3,902 sq ft of family living space and a super plot, wrapped in gardens, nature and greenery, this extensive home is one not to be missed.

A Grand and Characterful Period Residence of Exceptional Scale and Charm -Welcome

Approach this stunning home via a charming pathway, flanked by decorative stone pillars, each topped with elegant jardinières. As you ascend towards the imposing front entrance, you’re greeted by a stunning original leaded glass door, flanked by matching leaded side screens, all set beneath a magnificent arched portico with decorative stone pillars-a truly grand welcome to this remarkable home.

Original Minton tiled flooring throughout the hallway, complemented by the natural light and colours which stream through the front door. The stair case turned spindles and wood panelling enhances the look, not to mention high ceilings, original internal doors and door furniture. Dado rails, picture rails, cornice and deep torus skirting boards.

Magnificent Lounge

A breathtakingly spacious lounge enjoys triple-aspect garden views through two elegant side sash windows and a large front-facing bay window. Brimming with character and charm, the room features high ceilings, deep skirting boards, a dado rail and stripped original floorboards. Central heating radiator, pendant and wall lighting. The focal point fireplace, complete with an original wood, glazed overmantel extending up to the decorative ceiling cornice, houses a large log-burning stove, set inside a marble fireplace and tiled hearth, perfect for cosy evenings. With arch detail to one side, thought to once have been a stairway to the upper floors and now another unique feature.

Plenty of space for soft furnishings galore, book cases and more.

Elegant Second Reception Room / Music Room / Dining Room

Another delightful dual-aspect space, this room features a large sash bay window and an additional side window, flooding the room with natural light. Architectural details continue here, with a beautiful fireplace with pretty tiles, hearth and surround and a stunning gas fire with remote control .central heating radiator, pendant and wall lighting and period features that make this an ideal space for relaxation, music or dining and entertaining.

Cloakroom & WC off the main entrance hall

A generous cloakroom includes a built-in base unit with wash hand basin, obscure glazed window, ample coat hooks, shelving above, and plenty of room for school bags and everyday essentials. A door leads to the separate WC. ( Opportunity to add a shower, utility plumbing )

Expansive Family Kitchen /Open-Plan Dining Room

The kitchen is a cook’s dream, boasting a vast range of base and wall units to three sides, offering abundant storage and extensive worktop space. A large window above the sink fills the space with natural light. Features include: Usb sockets for modern kitchen gadgets,

Polished splashbacks and wall-mounted shelving, Breakfast bar seating, Space for a dishwasher, American-style fridge freezer, and microwave.Large range cooker with double oven, warming drawer, and grill-perfect for hosting large family gatherings and festive feasts. Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen, this vast dining space features the focal point fireplace, complete with an original wood, metal works and glazed overmantel extending up to the decorative ceiling cornice, housing a large log-burning stove. A wood flooring, central heating radiator. UPVC bi-folding doors open to the garden, allowing you to bring the outside in. This whole space is where cooking, eating, entertaining, and family life come together effortlessly.

Cellar Rooms / Basement Potential

From the ground floor, steps lead down to two characterful cellar rooms.The first features original exposed brickwork, lighting, and a window-ideal for potential conversion into a wine cellar, games room, or hobby space (subject to planning). The rear cellar is currently used as a wine store and offers similar original feature

Side Entrance Porch & Utility Wing

A glazed side porch offers a handy spot to kick off muddy boots before entering the rear extension, which includes: Utility room: With Belfast sink, laminate worktops, space for washer and dryer, and garden views. Door leading to a home office / playroom: A bright and flexible space with dual aspect windows, laminate flooring, central heating radiator, and charming pastel décor. Internal access to the kitchen for smooth day-to-day flow

Exquisite Garden & Grounds

Access the property via double gates leading to ample paved parking for several vehicles. The beautiful wraparound gardens offer: Lawned areas, mature trees and shrubs, Side patio with wide steps up to the bi-fold kitchen doors. Log store, garden shed. A magical garden space for children and ideal for entertaining all year round and play space.Plus a handy external WC/boot room for practicality.

Upstairs

Spread over two floors via elegant turned spindles and hand rails. The first floor twists and turns on split levels, with a total of four extra large magnificent bright bedrooms. The master bedroom has an ensuite plus a dressing room, plus an extremely spacious family bathroom, with separate bath and corner shower. A second staircase leads, to the top floor where you find a super additional storage space of the landing. A fitted shower room, and three further large bedrooms, one has an en-suite plus, Large picture windows and Velux windows. Two have spacious under eaves storage, and one has another gem, a door leading to another room / storage.

Location

Situated along the leafy and well-regarded South Avenue in Stoke, Coventry, this address enjoys a sought-after residential setting just moments from the city centre.

The area strikes a perfect balance between suburban calm and urban convenience. Wide tree-lined streets and established period architecture lend an air of maturity and charm, while excellent amenities and connectivity make everyday living seamless.

Families have some well regarded local schools Pattison College, Sacred Heart Catholic and others within walking distance. Local shops, building society, dance schools, churches and green spaces of Stoke Green, Coombe Abbey County Park great for outdoor activities and pet walking etc. Coventry city centre, and Coventry train station, just over a mile away and Coventry University. University hospital Coventry and Warwickshire and Jaguar Land Rover workers, local business parks and Warwickshire Retail Park workers this is simply ideal.

A hidden gem, you only drive home to relax, or simply stroll through.Peaceful, tree lines and a location you won't want to leave for decades to come.

Summary

A rare opportunity to own a substantial period home with original character, versatile living space, and wonderful indoor-outdoor flow. From grand entertaining spaces to cosy family nooks, spacious gardens, and multi-level living, this home is ready to welcome a new chapter.

Good to know:

Scope to re configure to offer an annex on the ground floor with the side entrance ( STP) Scope to tank and convert the basement with possible separate access ( STP)

Family home since 2008

Central heating is zoned by floor and can be operated independently

Built in 1900's

Band G

EPC Pending

Conservation area Boiler serviced yearly ( Circa 10 years old)

Log fires have been swept

No right of way or flood history

Gas and Electric supplied by Outfox Energy

BT Broadband

Front Entrance

Stroll along the path part two decorative stone pillars with jardinières,

Step up towards the imposing front entrance which sits under an imposing archway. An stunning original stunning leaded glass door with matching leaded side screens, sits under an imposing arch with decorative pillars. A true grand entrance

Entrance Hall

Original Minton tiled flooring through hallway, complemented by the natural light and colours which stream through the front door. The stair case turned spindles and wood panelling enhances the look, not to mention high ceilings, original internal doors and door furniture. Dado rails, picture rails, cornice and deep torus skirting boards. The sage green could scheme truly compliments the look

Lounge / Sitting Room (6.94m x 4.43m ( 22'9" max x 14'6"))

Magnificent spacious lounge. With triple aspect garden views, through two side sash window and the main front large bay window. Full of charm and character with high ceilings, dado rail, deep skirting boards, stripped floorboards. A focal log burning fire with wood and iron overmantel, that extends to the ceiling cornice

Dining Room / Second Sitting Room (5.10m x 4.30m ( 16'9" x 14'1"))

Once more a delightful dual aspect room, with large sash bay window and side window. Stunning fireplace as a focal point, and the architectural features continue. Central heating radiator

Cloak Room & WC

A large cloak room, with obscure glazed window, large built in base storage with wash hand basin. Plenty of cloakroom hooks and shelving above. Perfect for the children to hand up there school pump bags etc.

Door off to WC

Breakfast Kitchen (4.45m x 8.80m ( 14'7" x 28.10"max))

A vast range of base and wall units to three sides, storage of plenty. Lots of worktop space. The sink unit sits below another large window, flooding the room with light. Usb sockets to cater for your kitchen essentials, and polished backs, plus wall mounted shelves. Breakfast bar seating. Space for a dishwasher and an American style fridge freezer and microwave. A large range cooker, with double oven, warming draw and grill, ready to feed all the family this Christmas. Open to the vast dining room with central heating radiator, wood flooring and a focal log burning fire, set in a marble surround, with decorative wood and iron overmantel, that extends to the ceiling cornice. UPVC Bifold doors open to bring the outside in. A space the family can enjoy cooking, eating, entertaining and chatting together for hours

Front Basement Cellar (5.01m x 4.18m ( 16'5" x 13'.8") max)

Door from the ground floor hall, with steps leading down to two rooms. The first cellar has lighting, showing the original character and exposed brick work and windows. Possible conversion opportunity, subject to planning) super wine cellar / games rooms perhaps. Home to the fuse boards and electric pump

Rear Basement Cellar (2.60m x 1.90m (8'6" x 6'3"))

The rear basement cellar also has lighting, showing the original character and exposed brick work. Currently used as a wine cellar

Side Entrance

Enter through the side glazed entrance porch. Kick of your shoes and hang up your coat, in the hidden large cupboard in front of you. Step through the inner door, into the rear hall. Directly in front are louvered doors and access to the central heating boiler, pressurised system and zones heating controls and useful laundry airing space. To the left is the

rear extension, utility and office and to the right through to the grand breakfast kitchen. The space with its separate entrance could make a great self contained annex

Utility Room

Plenty of full height storage. Belfast sink unit, space for washing machine and dryer beneath a laminate worktop with sink unit. Large window overlooking the side of the garden, creating a bright room with lush green views. Internal door to the study behind

Study / Play Room (3.8m x 2.80m ( 12'2" x 9'2"))

A spacious bright room has been utilised as a home study and play room over the years. Central heating radiator and dual aspect garden views. Laminate flooring and pastel decor

Outside WC / Boot Room

Spacious brick built, outside WC/ boot room

Outside Gardens And Parking

From the road, enter through double gates and drive in. Paved parking for several vehicles. The gardens and pathways, wrap around the whole property, with lawns, mature plants and trees. Patio to the side and wide steps leading to the side by fold patio doors leading to the breakfast kitchen. Log storage area, shed and play space. Every child's dream garden and perfect entertaining outdoor space. Outside tap, lights too

Bedroom One On The First Floor (5.52m x 4.49m ( 18'1 X 14'9') max)

A charming super king size master bedroom, with large sash bay window. Walk in wardrobe space. Further sash window overlooking the side aspect. High ceilings, and architectural features continue. Door to ensuite.

With so much space for bedroom furnishings, arm chairs, you have some much enjoyment creating your dream bedroom. Two pendant light fittings and central heating radiator

Bedroom One En-Suite

With a double shower, wall mounted short pedestal wash hand basin and closed coupled WC. Majority tiled walls, and tiled floor. Wall mounted light with shaver point and mirrored wall cabinet. Chrome heated towel rail

Sash window. Extractor fan

Bedroom Two On The Second Floor (5.27m x 6.00m ( 17'3" x 19'.8"))

The second largest bedroom, with ensuite, Main window and two Velux windows, flood the light into this super bedroom. Once again plenty of space for furnishings, sofa etc. Decorative wall lights and lots of additional space under eaves too. Internal bedroom door to further space currently utilised for storage

Bedroom Three On The First Floor (4.47m x 4.44m ( 14'82 x 14'7"))

Built in wardrobe. Stripped floorboards, two pendant lights and central heating radiator

Bedroom Four On The First Floor (4.28m x 4.24m (14'1" x 13'11"))

Charming front king-size bedroom with dual aspect views, with the front bay sash windows and side window. The Character continues, with stripped wood flooring, high ceilings, coving, picture rails etc. Two pendant light fittings and central heating radiator. Well presented

Family Bathroom On The First Floor

Extremely spacious bathroom, with panelled bath, close coupled WC, Vanity sink unit with storage below. Wall mounted mirrored cabinet

Corner shower cubical with shower. Fully tiled, central heating radiator.

Sash window

Bedroom Five On The First Floor (3.60m x 4.13m ( 11'10" x 13'7" max))

Another characterful double bedroom. Lovely sash window. Well presented with two pendant light fittings and central heating radiator

Store On The Second Floor (4.00m x 4.22m ( 13'1" x 13'10"))

Situated off the landing is a good space and ideal storage

Bedroom Six On The Second Floor (4.45m x 4.50m ( 14'7" x 14'9"))

Large bedroom, with sash Velux window, spacious and bright with central heating radiator

Bedroom Seven On The Second Floor (3.43m x 4.10m ( 11'3" x 13'5"))

Double bedroom with sash window. Pendant light and lots of additional space under eaves too, central heating radiator

Bedroom Seven Storage On The Second Floor (2.60m x 1.93m ( 8'6" x 6.4"))

Currently utilised as further storage, with the benefit of a Velux window

Second Floor Shower Room

Shower cubical, shower, WC, pedestal wash hand basin. Wall mounted cupboard. Central heating radiator, part tiled