Property description
Dating back to the mid 18th Century and originally three artisan cottages this well appointed family home represents a rare opportunity in this premier Charnwood village. Not immediately apparent from the Main Street due to its unassuming road frontage this broad fronted home offers generous interconnecting accommodation that extends well back from the road, packed with period features. Centrally located, the property also benefits off road parking, detached double garage and attractive south facing lawned gardens. This white painted cottage with pantiled and Swithland slate roof is well appointed throughout and features a newly fitted modern kitchen with granite worktops, uPVC double glazing and gas central heating. Early viewing is highly recommended.
Ground Floor Accommodation
On the ground floor an entrance hall with fitted storage cupboards provides access to three interconnecting reception rooms all of which benefit from heavily beamed ceilings. Numerous windows along the front west facing elevation flood all rooms with natural light and the sitting room features a multi fuel burning stove. The kitchen is located to the rear of the property with direct access to the rear garden through a stable door. The kitchen has been stylishly refitted with a range of modern stone coloured cabinets, granite worktops and travertine floor tiles. The fitted kitchen is further complimented glass wall tiles, ample storage and range of integrated appliances including a Miele induction hob, Bosch oven and space for an American style fridge freezer.
First Floor Accommodation
Two staircases serve the first floor accommodation that comprises three bedrooms including a master bedroom with high ceiling and numerous fitted wardrobes and en suite shower room with double shower. The family bathroom is newly fitted with white suite and roof light.
Outside
The property occupies a generous L shaped plot that extends back from the road and runs parallel with Main Street. The property has a driveway and detached double garage with a double up-and-over door, power, lights points and provides useful storage or potential for conversion to home office. The gardens are south facing and mainly laid to lawn with brick store private patio and summer house.
Location
Woodhouse Eaves is a desirable village located in the heart of The Charnwood Forest between Leicester and Loughborough. The village offers a wide range of amenities including two shops, chemist, butchers, Post Office and many gastro pubs and restaurants. Slightly further afield are the Endowed Schools of Loughborough, Loughborough town centre, mainline railway station and J22 of the M1 motorway.Leicester 8.5 miles / Loughborough 4.6 miles / Nottingham 23 miles / Ratcliffe College 9 miles / M1(J22) 5.3 miles
Local Authority
Charnwood Borough Council.
Services
All mains services are available and connected to the property which is gas centrally heated fired by a Viessmann combination boiler situated in bedroom three.
Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Directions
On entering the village travelling along Beacon Road/Forest Road turn onto Main Street at The Olde Bulls Head. Long Cottage can be found situated on the right hand side identified by our For Sale board.
Property Features :
- Three Bedroom Character Cottage
- Desirable Village Centre Location
- Three Beamed Reception Rooms
- Refitted Kitchen with Granite Worktops
- En Suite & Bathroom