8 bed country house for sale

Tamworth Road, Coventry CV7

Believed to date from the late 18th century, the property displays elegant Georgian proportions complemented by later Victorian additions, creating a captivating blend of architectural styles. Its original brickwork, tall sash windows, and ornate cornicing speak to the grandeur of its past, while the courtyard layout and outbuildings add both charm and versatility.

Set in just over two acres of grounds, the main house extends to around 8,265 sq ft across three floors and a basement, providing five reception rooms and five bedrooms, along with a large dressing room. The fabric of the building retains a wealth of period detail, including decorative plasterwork, ceiling roses, and fine sash windows a testament to its enduring presence within the Keresley landscape.

Beyond its historical significance, Keresley House offers remarkable scope for transformation. Its substantial scale, architectural character, and generous grounds create an exceptional opportunity to restore and reimagine the property as a grand family home, or to redevelop it for alternative purposes (subject to the necessary consents). Potential future uses might include conversion into luxury apartments, a boutique care home, or distinctive commercial premises, making the most of its impressive proportions and prestigious setting.

Ground floor

The symmetrical Georgian façade opens to a striking entrance hall, where Victorian geometric black-and-white floor tiles and a sweeping curved staircase with polished wood handrail and iron balustrades immediately set the tone. The ground floor offers five elegant reception rooms, including two magnificent front rooms of Regency scale with near full-height sash bay windows. Additional spaces include a kitchen, pantry, laundry room, and guest cloakroom.

First floor

Upstairs, a grand landing leads to three spacious bedrooms, one with an en-suite and dressing room, along with two bathrooms, a shower room, and a separate WC.

Second floor

The second floor features a further three large bedrooms, a storage room, and a bathroom, while a self-contained two-bedroom apartment with separate access provides additional flexibility.

Basement

Expansive basement with arched chambers providing versatile storage and redevelopment potential.

Outside Spaces

The grounds, believed to have been designed by Sir Joseph Paxton, feature sweeping lawns, mature trees and planting, a grotto, and a rockery. A traditional courtyard, finished with mellow brick paving, decorative ironwork, and red timber doors, leads to the former coach houses with their own gated entrance, car park, and additional stores, all offering excellent potential for sympathetic conversion or adaptive reuse.

The Area

Tamworth Road is one of Keresley’s most desirable addresses, combining the tranquillity of a semi-rural setting with excellent access to nearby towns and cities. Set on the northern edge of Coventry, the area enjoys a leafy, countryside feel, surrounded by open fields, woodland walks, and traditional Warwickshire villages, while still being only a short drive from the city centre. Residents enjoy a strong sense of community and access to beautiful outdoor spaces such as Coundon Wedge and Allesley Park, ideal for walking, cycling, and family days out. Nearby Meriden and Fillongley offer charming pubs and local dining options, while Coventry’s vibrant city centre provides shopping, theatre, and cultural attractions just a few miles away.

The location

Tamworth road offers the perfect balance between rural calm and convenience. Everyday amenities, well-regarded schools, and local shops are all close by, and for commuters, the area provides easy connections to Coventry, Nuneaton, Birmingham, and the wider Midlands via the A444, M6, and M69.

Postcode - CV7 8JG

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Key Information

Services - Mains electric, water and gas.

Tenure - Freehold

Council Tax Band - H

EPC Rating - D

Local Authority - Coventry City Council