Property Details: • Type: Detached • Tenure: FREEHOLD • Floor Area: 2347 sqft
Key Features: • Unique detached former gamekeeper’s lodge dating back to circa 1760, rich in character and history • Set within approximately 0.9 acres of beautifully landscaped, private gardens • Exceptionally secluded and elevated position with gated access – the only home on the road for a quarter of a mile • Three well-proportioned bedrooms, two with stylish en-suite facilities • Spacious kitchen/breakfast room ideal for modern family living and entertaining • Two principal reception rooms featuring period charm, plus additional versatile living/office spaces • Separate utility room and guest WC for added practicality • Private balcony with stunning, far-reaching countryside views – perfect for sunrise and sunset • Detached double garage currently utilised as a gym, with excellent flexibility • Significant scope for enhancement, including potential for an annexe or lodge(s) subject to planning
Location: • Nearest Station: Wythall Station • Distance to Station: 2.603989537027941 miles
Agent Information: • Address: 14 Old Birmingham Road Lickey End Bromsgrove B60 1DE
Full Description: <p>Tucked away in an idyllic elevated position within the small and highly sought-after hamlet of Forhill, Clare Hill is a truly unique former gamekeeper’s lodge, believed to date back to circa 1760. Set behind electronic gates and approached via a sweeping private driveway, this is the only home on the road for a quarter of a mile—and the only property with its postcode—offering an exceptional sense of seclusion, privacy, and quiet that is rarely found so close to Birmingham.</p><p>Nestled discreetly behind mature trees and woodland, the house is surrounded by open countryside, where grazing sheep and cattle form part of the ever-changing rural backdrop. With bifold doors open, the soundtrack is simply birdsong—creating an atmosphere more akin to a private nature retreat than a home within commuting distance of the city centre, which lies just 30 minutes away.</p><p>The property has been thoughtfully and extensively refurbished by the current owners, who have invested significantly to sensitively enhance the home while preserving its original character. Period features such as exposed beams and an impressive inglenook fireplace blend seamlessly with modern touches, creating a home that is both timeless and comfortable.</p><p>The ground floor offers versatile living spaces, including a characterful dining room, a generous lounge with wood-burning stove and garden access, and a well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room designed for both everyday living and entertaining. A separate utility room and guest WC add practicality.</p><p>Upstairs, the accommodation continues to impress. The principal bedroom is a standout feature, complete with fitted wardrobes, exposed beams, and French doors opening onto a private balcony—an exceptional spot for morning coffee or evening sunsets, with far-reaching views across the gardens and surrounding countryside. Additional bedrooms are well-proportioned, with en-suite facilities and fitted wardrobes.</p><p>The first-floor landing has been reimagined as a tranquil seating area—a peaceful retreat perfect for reading or relaxing, replacing the former study space with something far more in keeping with the home’s serene setting.</p><p>The grounds extend to approximately 0.9 acres and are a defining feature of Clare Hill. The front garden enjoys particularly beautiful, elevated views, while the expansive rear garden offers further potential. Previously, planning permission was granted for a swimming pool, and the plot would readily lend itself to multi-generational living, subject to the necessary consents. There is clear scope to create a detached annexe/lodge(s) at the rear, or to restore the existing outbuilding into a studio, guest accommodation, or independent space for an older child.</p><p>A detached outbuilding and double garage (currently used as a gym) provide further flexibility, alongside modern additions such as an EV charging point.</p><p>Steeped in history, the property is believed to have once been owned by the Cadbury family, serving as a gamekeeper’s lodge before being sold by Laurence Cadbury in the 1960s—adding a unique heritage to this already special home.</p><p>Clare Hill offers a rare opportunity to enjoy true countryside living—surrounded by exceptional walking routes and rolling hills popular with cyclists—while remaining within easy reach of nearby villages such as Alvechurch and Barnt Green, as well as excellent transport links.</p><p>This is not just a house, but a lifestyle: peaceful, private, and deeply connected to the natural beauty that surrounds it.<strong> </strong><br /></p><p><strong>Total Area Approx.</strong><br /><br /><strong>House - </strong>127.0 Sq. M / 1894.45 Sq. Ft<br /><strong>Garage/Gym - </strong>30.1 Sq. M / 324.0 Sq. Ft<br /><strong>Studio/Outbuilding - </strong>12.0 Sq. M / 129.0 Sq. Ft<br /><br /><strong>Total combined -</strong> 218.10 Sq. Ft / 2347.45 Sq. Ft<br /></p><br />EPC Rating: E