Tapster Lane, Lapworth

The above property will be offered for sale by public auction (subject to prior sale, reserve and conditions) at 6:30pm on Tuesday 9th June 2026 at The View, Hill Farm Marina, Stratford Road, Wootton Wawen, Warwickshire, B95 6DE (///glance.dance.rival).

Introduction - Far Croft is a substantial detached Edwardian property, privately located within 1.80 acres (0.73 ha) of landscaped gardens and grounds (further land may be available to purchase upon request). The house itself has many period features and has been sympathetically extended to incorporate a modern leisure complex.

Located in the popular village of Lapworth, with public houses, parish church, railway station with links to Birmingham (Moor Street and Snow Hill), and junior and infant schools. Only a short drive from the larger villages of Knowle and Dorridge, with Solihull town centre some 5 miles away. Stratford-upon-Avon is some 14 miles away and Warwick approximately 9 miles. The NEC, Birmingham International Airport (BHX) and Railway Station, future HS2 travel hub, the M42 and M40 motorway links are all within very easy reach.

The property is accessed via a long sweeping driveway to a double gated entrance.

In brief, the accommodation comprises;

Ground Floor -

Entrance Hall -

Dining Room - 4.51m x 4.25m (14'9" x 13'11") -

Snug/Day Room - 4.50m x 3.90m (14'9" x 12'9") -

Study -

Downstairs Wc -

Drawing Room - 5.30m x 4.50m (17'4" x 14'9") -

Orangery - 3.00m x 2.50m (9'10" x 8'2") -

Breakfast Kitchen - 7.30m x 3.21m (23'11" x 10'6") -

Cellar - 4.34m x 2.69m (14'2" x 8'9") -

Boot Room - 3.20m x 2.40m (10'5" x 7'10") -

Inner Hallway -

Laundry Room - 1.95m x 1.95m (6'4" x 6'4") -

Utility Room - 1.80m x 1.43m (5'10" x 4'8") -

Gardener's Wc -

Plant Room - 3.35m x 3.00m (10'11" x 9'10") -

Leisure Complex -

Gym Area - 4.15m x 4.15m (13'7" x 13'7") -

Cinema Room -

Spa - 5.70m x 3.78m (18'8" x 12'4") -

Sauna -

Steam Room -

Wc -

First Floor -

Main Landing -

Bedroom One Suite -

- Bedroom Area - 4.51m x 4.20m (14'9" x 13'9") -

- Dressing Room Area - 3.90m x 2.70m (12'9" x 8'10") -

- En-Suite Bathroom - 3.90m x 1.80m (12'9" x 5'10") -

Bedroom Two - 5.25m x 4.90m (17'2" x 16'0") -

En-Suite Shower Room - 3.40m x 0.85m (11'1" x 2'9") -

Bedroom Three - 6.15m x 3.30m (20'2" x 10'9") -

En-Suite Bathroom - 2.15m x 2.08m (7'0" x 6'9") -

Nursery/Bedroom Six - 2.25m x 2.08m (7'4" x 6'9") -

Further Landing Area -

Jack-And-Jill Bathroom - 4.00m x 2.60m (13'1" x 8'6") -

Bedroom Four - 4.05m x 3.80m (13'3" x 12'5") -

Bedroom Five - 4.10m x 3.40m (13'5" x 11'1") -

En-Suite Shower Room -

Outside -

Triple Garage - 8.79m x 5.59m (28'10" x 18'4") -

Outdoor Pool With Summer House -

Gardens And Grounds -

General Information -

Authorities - National Grid (
Severn Trent Water (
Warwick District Council (
Warwickshire County Council (

Broadband And Mobile: - Ultrafast broadband speed is available in the area, with a predicted highest available download speed of 1,800 Mbps and a predicted highest available upload speed of 220 Mbps. Mobile signal coverage is available from the four major providers (EE, O2, Three and Vodafone):

EE - Good outdoor and in-home
O2 - Good outdoor
Three - Good outdoor and in-home
Vodafone - Good outdoor and in-home

For more information, please visit:

Directions - Post Code:
B94 5PA

What3words:
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Fees - On the fall of the hammer, the successful purchaser will be required to sign the auction contract and pay a 10% deposit to the vendor's solicitors, together with an administration fee of £950 (plus VAT) to the auctioneers, which is to be paid whether the property is sold in the room on the night or prior to/post auction.

Fixtures And Fittings - All those items mentioned in these particulars will be included in the sale, others, if any, are specifically excluded.

Flood Risk - This location is in 'Flood Zone 1' (Low Probability). For more information, please visit:

Plans - Plans are shown for identification purposes (only).

Rights Of Way And Easements - The property is subject to all rights of way and easements that may exist.

Services - Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries with the appropriate utility companies for the verification as to the availability (or otherwise) of services. That being said, we understand that mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Drainage is to a septic tank, which is located within the grounds. Space and hot water heating is via an oil-fired boiler. There is an air source heat pump for the swimming pool.

Tenure And Possession - The property is Freehold and vacant possession will be given upon completion, which is scheduled for 28 days after the auction i.e. 7th July 2026 (or earlier by mutual agreement).

Vendor's Solicitors - A full auction pack will be available from:
Wallace, Robinson & Morgan
4 Drury Lane
Solihull
West Midlands
B91 3BD

Acting: Mr Tim Langford
Email:
Telephone:

Viewing - Strictly by prior appointment with the auctioneers. Please call the office / ) to arrange a viewing.

Conditions Of Sale - The property will, unless previously withdrawn, be sold subject to the Special and General Conditions of Sale, which have been settled by the vendor's solicitor. These conditions may be inspected during the usual office hours at the offices of the vendor's solicitor mentioned in these sales particulars during the five days, exclusive of Saturday and Sunday, immediately before and exclusive of the day of the sale. The conditions may also be inspected in the Sale Room at the time of the sale, but they will not then be read. The purchaser shall be deemed to bid on those terms whether they have inspected the Conditions or not.

Money Laundering - Money Laundering Regulations have been introduced by the government, affecting auctioneers, under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002/Money Laundering Regulations 2007. To comply with this Act, we require all purchasers to pay the deposit by any of the following methods: Bank/Building Society Draft, Personal/Company Cheque. All purchasers will be required to provide proof of both their identity and current address and all parties intending to purchase any property must bring with them the following items: Full UK Passport or Photo Driving Licence (for identification), a recent Utility Bill, Council Tax Bill or Bank Statement (as proof of residential address). These should be presented to the vendor's solicitor when signing the contract.

Agent's Note - The guide price offers an indication of the price below which the vendor is not willing to sell. It is not necessarily the exact final sale price and is subject to change prior to and up until the day of the auction. Any change in the guide price will reflect a change in the reserve (a figure below which the auctioneer will not be able to sell). The reserve can be expected to be set within the guide range or not more than 10% above a single figure guide (RICS Common Auction Conditions 7th Edition).

Earles is a Trading Style of 'John Earle & Son LLP' Registered in England. Company No: OC326726 for professional work and 'Earles Residential Ltd' Company No: 13260015 Agency & Lettings. Registered Office: Carleton House, 266 - 268 Stratford Road, Shirley, West Midlands, B90 3AD.