Property description
Refurbished Grade II listed detached cottage dating back over 300 years ideally located within a 10 minute walk of Bradgate Park. Occupying a large corner plot extending to just under half an acre a sweeping gated driveway leads to a modern outbuilding that comprises of a double garage, stable and annexe over with bathroom. The cottage itself has 3/4 bedrooms, two with en suites and two further high quality bathrooms. The breakfast kitchen is a particular feature with Aga and French doors opening onto the large landscaped gardens extending to three sides.
Renovations
The property was extensively refurbished and renovated by the current owners in 2010/11. New floors were laid on the ground floor with the benefit of zoned under floor heating (wet system), two high quality en suites were created and the two family bathrooms were refitted. The property now has the benefit of sealed unit double glazing and the gardens have been fully landscaped and include a number of outdoor lights. At considerable cost a new stone boundary wall has been built extending to three sides of the property.
Ground Floor
A solid oak door under an attractive thatched porch provides access into a tiled entrance hall with old staircase. Central to the ground floor accommodation is the farmhouse style breakfast kitchen with gas fired Aga set within a brick chimney breast. The kitchen has fitted cabinets, Belfast sink and a pine dresser unit. The large sitting room is flooded with natural light and features a central, double fronted open fire, heavily beamed ceiling and open tread oak staircase. The tiled snug has a multi fuel burning stove set within an exposed brick chimney breast. The ground floor is completed with practicalities including a well fitted utility room and family bathroom fitted with a traditional white three piece suite.
First Floor
On the first floor a large landing / family room with cast iron feature fireplace could be divided (subject to PP) to create a fourth bedroom. It provides access to bedroom two that has a tall vaulted ceiling with exposed wall timbers, ceiling beams and en suite shower room. Bedroom three is also a double room with two windows enjoying views over the rear gardens. An adjoining family bathroom is fitted with a six piece suite including a double shower, Victoria & Albert modern roll top bath and twin wash hand basins. The master bedroom is accessed from a second staircase within the sitting room and boasts exposed timbers, feature lighting and an en suite bathroom fitted with a white three piece suite.
Outside
The property occupies a generous corner plot with gardens to three sides extending to 0.43 of an acre in total. Within the gardens are a number of established trees, gravelled pathways and sweeping lawns. Electrically operated gates provide vehicular access into the rear of the property from Grey Crescent. There is ample car standing and a modern detached outbuilding comprises of a double garage with twin electric up and over doors, stable and home office/annexe over with en suite bathroom. The gardens have been landscaped by the current owners and a number of trees have been planted to create additional privacy over the coming years. There is pedestrian access to both sides of the property.
Location
Newtown Linford is a charming village set within the stunning Charnwood Forest and best known for its association with Bradgate Park, once the home of Lady Jane Grey the nine day Queen. The Park is open to the public and provides extensive scenic walks to local landmarks including Old John, the hilltop folly and a riverside walk towards Cropston Reservoir. Local amenities include a primary school, shops, cafes, delis, gastro pubs and restaurants, church and cricket club. The village is convenient for access to Leicester, Loughborough and the M1 (J22).Leicester 6 miles / Loughborough 8 miles / Nottingham 26 miles / Market Bosworth 11 miles / Ratcliffe College 10 miles / M1 (J22) 2.5 miles / Bradgate Park (main car park) 0.4 miles
Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Local Authority
Charnwood Borough Council.
Services
All mains services are connected to the property. The property has gas central heating with zoned under floor heating (wet system) to the ground floor and cast iron radiators on the first floor.
Property Features :
- Grade II Listed Detached Cottage
- 0.43 of an Acre
- Stunning Position Within The Village
- Three / Four Bedrooms
- Two En Suites & Two Family Bathrooms
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