Property description

A character property in a central village location, close to a bridal path and livery, this charming cottage may be of interest to a young family, professional couple or a prospective purchaser looking for a home with equestrian facilities nearby. Built over 300 years ago Stone Cottage is an iconic and attractive property, situated within the heart of Rothley village overlooking the green and fields beyond. Combining an abundance of traditional and character features with the modern finishing touches required and desired by many prospective purchasers this extended three/ four bedroom property must be viewed internally to fully appreciate the style and size of this superb home on offer. Having solid wood flooring, latched oak doors, exposed beams and an open fireplace as well as stylish bathrooms and a kitchen fitted with solid oak units and granite work tops. The outside space on offer is enviable in size and boasts a detached barn which has previously been used as offices but may lend itself to further development, such as an annex,subject to the necessary planning consents. The layout of the property then in brief comprises of a lounge with open fireplace, separate dining, kitchen open to the sun room, utility / WC and boot room. Furthermore there are three double bedrooms, the master having an en suite shower room and fitted wardrobes with a four piece suite family bathroom completing the first floor accommodation, with stairs then rising to the second floor where a family room / occasional bedroom can be found. Ideally situated to appreciate swift access to the popular primary school and excellent range of amenities offered by the sought after village of Rothley and yet within walking distance to open countryside, this property is sure to suit many prospective buyers and an early viewing is therefore strongly recommended to avoid disappointment.

Accommodation
Entrance through the hard wood entrance door into the;



Sitting Room
Having two front elevation leaded windows enjoying views over the green and fields beyond, as well as a third side elevation window affording ample natural light into this good sized room. The lounge has exposed beams to the ceiling with a solid wood flooring and the central focal point is an open fireplace which is set into a central chimney breast with is set into a recess with exposed brick and beam above. Furthermore, to one side of the chimney breast there is a built in storage unit with recess for shelving space. A solid oak latched door provides access from the lounge to the kitchen whilst multi paned French doors lead to the dining room.

Dining Room
Having continuation of the solid wood flooring of that of the lounge and having two further front elevation, leaded windows enjoying views over the green and fields beyond. The dining room is tastefully and neutrally decorated with coving to the ceiling.

Kitchen
Having been fitted with a range of eye level and base solid oak units with granite work tops and drainer. There is an inset double ceramic sink with mixer tap over which is set beneath a window. Having an integrated dishwasher, space for a range style cooker with further space for a free standing American style fridge freezer. Light and airy and having neutral decor with a tiled flooring and recessed spot lighting. Steps leading up to the first floor and a further step and beam dividing the kitchen from the garden room.

Garden Room
Having a continuation of the tiled flooring from that of the kitchen, enjoying views over the garden with windows to both sides and to the rear. Having an attractive apex beam with a mirror image apex style window flooding further light into this airy room. Stable style doors lead to the boot room whilst a further oak, latched door leads to the utility/ WC.

Utility / WC
Having continuation of the tiled flooring from that of the garden room, with space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer and a fitted double cupboard. There is a low level wc and corner wall mounted hand basin with tiled splash backs as well as recess spot lighting.

Boot Room
Having a window to the rear elevation and a stable style door providing access to the garden. There is an access door leading into a storage cupboard, which provides space for cloaks and houses the gas boiler.

To the first floor
The landing provides access to all of the first floor accommodation with a staircase leading to the second floor. There is an abundance of character in the landing with exposed beams. Step up to the;

Master Bedroom
Having a rear elevation leaded window enjoying views over the garden, the master bedroom is tastefully decorated with a feature wall and has exposed crook beams. Having a solid wood flooring with a fitted cupboard as well as a range of fitted floor to ceiling wardrobes with mirrored sliding doors. An internal solid oak, latched door leads to the en suite shower room.

En suite Shower Room
Having been fitted with a three piece suite comprising low level wc, wall mounted hand basin with tiled splash backs and a shower cubicle with mains shower over. Having a solid wood flooring and a wall mounted heated towel rail.

Bedroom Two
Generous in size this second double bedroom has two leaded windows to the front elevation enjoying views over the green and fields beyond. Once again tastefully and neutrally decorated with coving to the ceiling, recessed spotlights on a dimmer switch, solid wood flooring and exposed crook beams.

Bedroom Three
Having two front elevation leaded windows enjoying views over the green and fields beyond this further good sized double bedroom is neutral in decor with exposed crook beams to the wall and ceiling.

Family Bathroom
Having been fitted with a four piece Heritage suite comprising a low level wc, wall mounted hand basin with tiled splash back, bidet, panelled bath with mains shower over and central telephone style taps. There is a rear elevation leaded window, solid flooring, heated towel rail and duel voltage electric shaver point.

To the second floor
Stairs rise to the second floor where a family room can be found.

Bedroom Four/ Sitting Room
Having two rear elevation velux windows with a further side elevation window affording ample natural lighting into what is currently used as a sitting room / office. This useful additional room could be used as an occasional bedroom and is neutral in decor with recessed spot lighting and exposed beams as well as a fitted storage cupboard with fitted drawers beneath a recess.



Outside
The property fronts onto the green with on street parking available and a driveway to the side (access for smaller vehicles) leading to secure solid wood double gates, which in turn lead to the rear of the property. From the driveway access can also be found to the barn.

The Barn
An ideal space for offices or having the potential to be a hobby room or an annex, the barns are a useful addition to the property having a tiled roof, solid wood flooring, recess spot lighting, power points and uPVC double glazed windows to the side and rear. Once again having character features with exposed beams, the barn also has storage within the loft.

The Gardens
Access from the boot room and garden room can be found to a patio with steps which then in turn lead up to a paved seating area which is surrounded by colourful flower beds and mature trees and shrubs. In addition there are also two further patio area's located in the middle of the garden and to the very top. This in turn leads to a lawn which is generous in size and extremely secure and private. Having a part brick construction wall and timber fencing surrounding, mature trees help to enhance the private aspect and a seating area. There is a summer house along with a brick built pig sty and a green house as well as a water feature and pond.









Directional Notes
Leaving our office on Woodgate in Rothley continue until the end of the road before taking a left hand turning onto Wellsic Lane. Just before the road bends to the left take a right onto Town Green Street where the property is then situated shortly on the right hand side.

Service, tenure and council information.
All mains connected to the property which is gas centrally heated. The property is freehold with vacant possession available upon completion. The council tax rating is F. Charnwood Borough Council.

Property Features :

• CHARACTER COTTAGE
• THREE/ FOUR BEDROOMS
• THREE RECEPTION ROOMS
• ABUNDANCE OF TRADITIONAL FEATURES
• EXTENDED TO THE REAR