5 bed detached house for sale

Hockley Road, Wilnecote B77

Ref: JC0739 - Some homes are just bricks and mortar… This one feels more like a way of life.

Set slightly elevated above the road, there’s an immediate sense of privacy and calm that you simply don’t get in your typical suburban setup. You can actually sit in the front in your comfiest “don’t answer the door” outfit without worrying about making awkward eye contact with passing dog walkers. It feels tucked away, peaceful, and just that little bit superior in the nicest possible way.

Inside, the way the kitchen, dining and lounge areas flow together is where the magic really happens. This is proper real-life family living, not the kind you see in glossy magazines where no one owns a toaster. Think kids doing homework at the table, someone cooking with a glass of wine in hand, friends drifting between spaces, and music quietly in the background. It’s sociable without being chaotic, open without losing that cosy homely feel. Hosting here isn’t an event… It’s just what naturally happens.

Then there’s one of the current owners’ favourite features, the side entrance and boot room setup. If muddy dogs, countryside walks, football training or just general British weather are part of your weekly routine, this will quickly become your best friend. You can come in, drop the boots, rinse the dog down in the utility wash area, and carry on with life without turning the rest of the house into a reenactment of Glastonbury 1997. Practical, thoughtful, and genuinely life-improving.

Upstairs offers a great sense of flexibility too, with well-proportioned bedrooms and useful additional spaces that can adapt as life changes. Whether that’s dressing areas, gaming zones, quiet work-from-home corners or simply somewhere to escape when someone suggests watching another reality TV series… There’s room to breathe.

And then we get to the garden, which quite frankly deserves its own round of applause. West-facing and brilliantly designed, this is where the lifestyle element goes into overdrive. The sun lingers here long after many other gardens have called it a day, making it the perfect backdrop for BBQs that turn into evening drinks that turn into “how is it midnight already?”. Different seating areas mean you can follow the sun like a sunflower, while the garden room creates an incredible party space, bar area or chill-out zone depending on the mood. Birthdays, summer gatherings, or just a spontaneous Friday night with neighbours, it’s all effortlessly catered for.

Overall, this is a home that doesn’t just look good on paper. It makes everyday living feel easier, more sociable and a lot more enjoyable. It’s the kind of place where muddy boots are welcomed, laughter travels through open spaces, and long sunny evenings become the norm rather than the exception.

Location

Living on Hockley Road is one of those locations that just quietly makes everyday life easier. School runs become a gentle stroll rather than a mad dash, with Wilnecote Junior Academy and The Wilnecote School both around 0.1 miles away close enough to ditch the car and still have time for that second coffee before work.
Speaking of commuting, Wilnecote Station sits roughly 0.6 miles from the front door, making Birmingham and beyond feel surprisingly accessible when Monday morning rolls around.

Day-to-day convenience is very much part of the lifestyle here too. You’ve got Tame Retail Park practically on standby for those “we only popped in for one thing” trips with Lidl, B&M, Starbucks, kfc and The Range all ready to test your willpower. Morrisons is also just around the corner for the proper weekly shop, while Ventura Park expands your options even further with more retail, restaurants and a cinema for those last-minute midweek plans.

When it’s time to switch off, you’re spoilt for choice. Canal side walks are nearby for slower Sunday mornings, whether that’s dog walks, fresh air or just an excuse to burn off the takeaway from the night before. And if you’ve got younger family members (or you’re still a big kid at heart), Drayton Manor is just a short drive away for spontaneous days out that feel like a mini holiday.

All in all, Hockley Road offers that sweet spot of practicality and lifestyle. Brilliantly connected, properly convenient and with just enough going on nearby to keep life interesting without ever feeling hectic.

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall
Lounge - 5.22m (17'2") x 4.34m (14'3")
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 6.03m (19'9") x 3.38m (11'1")
Dining Area - 7.07m (23'2") x 3.04m (10')
Side Entrance - 1.81m (5'11") x 1.69m (5'7")
Boot Room - 3.03m (9'11") x 1.81m (5'11")
Utility/Dog Was - 2.45m (8' x 2.04m)
Bedroom One - 3.44m (11'3") x 3.35m (11')
En-Suite
Dressing Room - 3.69m (12'1") x 3.38m (11'1")

First Floor

Bedroom Two - 3.82m (12'6") x 3.11m (10'2")
Dressing Area - 2.12m (6'11") x 1.73m (5'8")
Bedroom Three - 3.44m (11'3") x 3.02m (9'11")
Bedroom Four - 3.47m (11'5") x 2.45m (8'1")
Bedroom Five - 2.99m (9'10") x 2.63m (8'8")
Shower Room

Outside

Garden Room/Gym/Bar - 8.83m (29') x 4.83m (15'10")
W.C