The Tudors, 17a Gaia Lane, Lichfield, WS13 7LW - No Upward Chain

Positioned in one of the best spots in Lichfield, this sizable detached bungalow measuring in excess of 3500 square feet boasts one of the best views of Lichfield Cathedral in the city! The current owners obtained planning permission for a 'Grand Designs' style redevelopment to create a five bed, five bath home, but have since relocated abroad. This wonderful home comes to the market with a large entrance porch, entrance hall with gas fired stove, a wonderful living room with open fire, contemporary kitchen diner and a huge games room / bedroom which would be an ideal spot for the kitchen diner to be relocated to. There is also a utility room and guest WC, whilst there are three further double bedrooms, a bathroom and an en-suite. There is also a large swimming pool area with changing room, shower and WC, which requires either some TLC to be used as a swimming pool again, but also has the potential to be altered into further living accommodation. Outside is a beautiful mature plot, with lawned gardens, an extensive paved patio and a large gated driveway sits in front of the double garage. This is a home and position that needs to be viewed in order to appreciate what is on offer, so don't miss out and book in your visit today. Entrance Porch Front facing double doors open to a very large entrance porch with side facing double glazed windows and a radiator. There is also oak flooring and double doors opening to a useful large built in cloaks cupboard. Reception Hall Double doors open from the porch to a fabulous reception hall fitted with oak flooring, a radiator and gas fired cast iron stove sitting within an exposed brick chimney breast. The reception hall has a fabulous vaulted ceiling with exposed timber beams, whilst there is a front facing double glazed window and steps lead up to a hallway, leading off to the bedrooms. Living Room - 6.4m x 6.33m (20'11" x 20'9") A quite magnificent and vast living room is fitted with an open gas fire sitting within an exposed brick chimney breast within an inglenook, whilst there are large front and side facing double glazed windows that flood the room with light. There are also two radiators and exposed timber beams, and a fantastic view of Lichfield Cathedral.  Kitchen Diner - 4.87m x 4.33m (15'11" x 14'2") A superb contemporary kitchen diner comprises a range of matching base cabinets and wall units whilst a stainless steel sink with brushed stainless steel mixer tap is set into a solid Quartz worksurface, with matching upright. There are a range of built in appliances including a fridge freezer, cooker and integrated eye level Bosch microwave combi oven, whilst there is also a four ring electric Bosch induction hob set into the worksurface with stainless steel extractor hood above. There is a karndean wood effect flooring, electric plinth style heater and radiator, as well as two front facing double glazed windows, yet again providing a wonderful outlook over the Cathedral, and a rear facing double glazed exterior bifold door opening out to the garden. Utility Room The utility room matches the kitchen, with a range of matching base cabinets and a stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap is set into a solid Quartz worksurface with matching upright. There are spaces for a washing machine and dishwasher, whilst there is a karndean wood effect flooring, and wall mounted chrome heated towel rail. A door gives access to the double garage. Guest WC The Guest WC is fitted with a contemporary white suite which includes a low level flush WC and a vanity unit with wash hand basin and chrome mixer tap. There is a radiator, karndean wood effect flooring and front facing double glazed window. Rear Porch A rear porch gives access to the garden via the side facing double glazed exterior door, whilst a further door gives access to the games room / potential family kitchen diner. Games Room / Potential Family Kitchen Diner / Bedroom - 10.08m x 6.67m (33'0" x 21'10") This hugely impressive room has been used as a games room, but could alternatively be turned into two bedrooms or a fabulous family kitchen diner. The room is fitted with a wood effect flooring, four radiators, ceiling coving and side facing double glazed windows, as well as side facing double glazed exterior doors leading out to the garden. Inner Hall An inner hallway gives access from the reception hall to the swimming pool area and bedrooms. There is a loft access hatch and a door opening to the airing cupboard. Master Bedroom - 5.01m x 4.42m (16'5" x 14'6") A large master bedroom is fitted with a radiator, two rear facing double glazed windows and ceiling coving. Ensuite This is a very large ensuite fitted with an integrated low level flush WC, his and hers wash hand basins with chrome mixer taps and a shower enclosure. There is a wood effect flooring, radiator and extractor fan. Bedroom Two - 3.9m x 3.03m (12'9" x 9'11") A second generous double bedroom is fitted with a radiator, rear facing double glazed window and ceiling coving. Bedroom Three - 3.08m x 3.08m (10'1" x 10'1") A third double bedroom is fitted with a radiator, side facing double glazed window and ceiling coving.

Bathroom - 2.9m x 2.77m (9'6" x 9'1") A very large bathroom is fitted with an integrated low level flush WC, wash hand basin with gold mixer tap and a panelled bath, also with gold mixer tap. There is a separate shower enclosure, radiator and oak flooring, as well as a side facing double glazed window. Swimming Pool Area - 12.91m x 7.9m (42'4" x 25'11") This hugely impressive and generously proportioned room features a substantial indoor swimming pool, offering a unique feature with considerable potential. For those wishing to retain the pool, some repair work will be required. The space benefits from recessed ceiling spotlights, double-glazed windows overlooking the garden and a tiled surround. Rear-facing double doors provide direct access to the garden, creating a wonderful connection between indoor and outdoor space. Alternatively, subject to the necessary consents, this expansive area offers exciting potential to be reconfigured into additional living accommodation. Please note that all pool plant equipment has been removed, including the pool boiler, heater and air conditioning unit. Swimming Pool Shower The swimming pool has its own separate shower with shower enclosure, tiled floor and side facing double glazed window. Swimming Pool Changing Area - 2.66m x 1.98m (8'8" x 6'5") The swimming pool also has its own changing area which is fitted with a tiled floor.

Swimming Pool WC There is a low level flush WC and a pedestal wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap, as well as a tiled floor and side facing double glazed window. Double Garage - 5.67m x 5.61m (18'7" x 18'5") Two front facing up and over garage doors (one being a remote controlled garage door) open to a large double garage with rear facing double glazed window and loft access hatch. The garage contains the gas fired central heating boiler, whilst an internal door provides access to the utility room. Exterior The property sits on a very generous plot with two brick pillars opening up to a large tarmacadam driveway, allowing for plenty of off street parking. The driveway is flanked to either side by mature shrub beds, whilst the front garden is laid mainly to lawn with a paved pathway wrapping down either side, giving access to the enclosed rear garden. To the rear, is a private plot with an elevated lawn area, well stocked shrub beds and a flagstone paved patio, providing a fabulous spot to entertain. The elevated garden boasts an incredible view of the Cathedral over the top of the property. Planning Permission Previously approved planning permission (reference 23/00203/FUH), granted in April 2023, has now lapsed. The proposed scheme demonstrated the exciting potential to redevelop the property into an impressive, contemporary ‘Grand Designs’-style residence, featuring five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a gym, study, living room, games room and a superb open-plan living kitchen diner, complemented by an outdoor kitchen. This provides inspiration for the possibilities the property could offer, subject to a new planning application and the necessary consents. Please refer to the final images of our property advert for an indication of the proposed scheme.