Property Details: • Type: Apartment • Tenure: LEASEHOLD • Floor Area: 495 sqft

Key Features: • Historic Conversion • Private Garden • Period Features • Open-Plan Living • Countryside Access • Luxury Finishes • High Ceilings • Rare one-bedroom home

Location: • Nearest Station: Old Hill Station • Distance to Station: 2.8920080534034773 miles

Agent Information: • Address: Silver Office, 14 Newhall Street, Birmingham, B3 1RY

Full Description: Step into a piece of local history reimagined for modern living. The iconic Blue Bird Toffee Factory, long cherished as a symbol of craftsmanship, community, and heritage, begins its next chapter with the sensitive restoration of The Welfare Building into just thirteen design-led new homes. <br /><br />A rare one-off opportunity to acquire a stunning one-bedroom home with a private garden, set within a beautifully restored historic building where heritage architecture meets refined modern living. Unit 13 – Sanctuary offers a truly distinctive lifestyle within an exclusive collection of residences, combining timeless character with contemporary comfort in a peaceful yet highly connected semi-rural setting.<br /><br />This exceptional period property has been carefully reimagined to preserve its original architectural charm while introducing high-quality modern finishes throughout. Inside, the home is defined by generous proportions, soaring ceilings, and elegant heritage detailing, all of which reflect the building’s storied past. The result is a space that feels both characterful and effortlessly contemporary.<br /><br />The accommodation centres around a beautifully designed open-plan living and dining area, filled with natural light from expansive windows that frame calming rural outlooks. The space flows naturally into a bespoke designer kitchen, complete with integrated appliances and premium finishes, creating an elegant setting for both everyday living and entertaining.<br /><br />The property comprises a spacious one-bedroom layout, offering a calm and comfortable retreat with considered storage solutions and a serene atmosphere. A contemporary bathroom with high-quality sanitaryware further enhances the sense of refinement throughout.<br /><br />One of the standout features of Unit 13 – Sanctuary is its private garden, a rare and highly desirable addition that provides a secluded outdoor space to enjoy the surrounding tranquillity—perfect for quiet mornings or relaxed evenings.<br /><br />Set within the B62 0JW area, the home benefits from excellent access to both nature and amenities. The nearby Leasowes National Nature Reserve is just around 1.2 miles away, offering beautiful walking routes and open green space, while the dramatic landscapes of Clent Hills are within approximately 4.5 miles, ideal for weekend escapes into nature. Everyday convenience is equally strong, with Halesowen town centre around 1.5 miles away, providing shops, cafés, and services.<br /><br />For commuters, the location is well connected, with M5 Junction 3 approximately 2.5 miles away, giving direct access to Birmingham and the wider motorway network. Cradley Heath and Old Hill stations are both within a short drive, supporting straightforward rail connections into Birmingham city centre in under 30–35 minutes.<br /><br />Despite this connectivity, the setting retains a peaceful, almost retreat-like feel—offering the best of both worlds: countryside calm with urban convenience close at hand.<br /><br />More than just a home, Unit 13 – Sanctuary represents a rare lifestyle opportunity to live within a piece of architectural history, thoughtfully restored for modern living. It is perfectly suited to discerning buyers seeking something unique, private, and truly special.<br /><br />Viewings are strictly by appointment only. To arrange your private viewing, please contact Miller Rose today.