Property description

Set within an exclusive gated development in north Leicestershire with small harbour and 120m river frontage offering both fishing and mooring opportunities. The Waterside is an exclusive Black Hawk development offering the peace and tranquillity of the open countryside within walking distance of village amenities. This striking and highly efficient home completed in 2008 has been further improved and extended by the current owners and features an ultra contemporary dining kitchen with corner bi folds, four double bedrooms, three bathroom/shower rooms, south facing garden and large garage.

Location
Mountsorrel is a large village in north Leicestershire. Close to the newly opened Waitrose and Michelin starred John's House restaurant the development is also within walking distance of an impressive range of further amenities and facilities that include a primary school (approximately 1 mile) numerous shops, boutiques, leisure centre, pubs and restaurants. The nearby A6 provides fast access to Leicester, Loughborough, A46 and M1. The nearby East Midlands Airport provides excellent air links and rail links to London are available at both Loughborough and Leicester. Loughborough 4.4 miles / Leicester 8 miles / Nottingham 19 miles / Quorn 1.3 miles / Rothley 2 miles / Bradgate Park 4.3 miles / Ratcliffe College 4.2 miles / M69/M1(J21) 12.8 miles / East Midlands Airport 13 miles

The Development
The vision for The Waterside was to emulate a Norfolk fishing village, incorporating Dutch architectural styles. This imaginative and highly ambitious scheme offers the most striking and attractive mix of houses and cottages with cobbled streets, exotic planting, archways to hidden courtyards and hanging gardens. Vehicular access to the development and parking is restricted to residents, guests and service vehicles only. Public, pedestrian access is restricted to the footpath that crosses the development to the kissing gate on the riverside footpath that leads to Barrow upon Soar. All open spaces are maintained for the benefit and enjoyment of the residents.

Boating & Leisure
The small harbour can accommodate 32 boats with residents having priority access. The moorings and 120m river frontage offer almost unlimited boating and cruising opportunities along the navigation networks that extend as far as the east coast. Annual mooring charges apply and surplus berths are available to non-residents, although non-residents are not entitled for vehicular parking. Residents holding the appropriate rod licenses can enjoy fishing from the private river bank, offering an excellent variety of course fishing and ramblers and joggers can follow the riverside footpaths. The open grounds along the river and harbour are fully maintained and afford ample and pleasant areas.

Ground Floor Accommodation
A double glazed, wood panelled door opens into a tiled entrance hall with cloaks/WC off fitted with a white Heritage suite. The sitting room is extremely spacious and central to the ground floor accommodation and houses the staircase that leads to the first floor. The sitting room has oak flooring throughout and opens into a newly constructed and extremely impressive dining kitchen with floor to ceiling, powder coated Schüco aluminium bi folds and large roof lantern.

Continued
Ultra contemporary in style, the kitchen is fitted with a range of bespoke Shaker style grey cabinets, quartz worksurfacing and matching island unit/breakfast bar with Siemens induction hob and Siemens downdraft extractor. Further Siemens appliances include two single ovens, Bosch dishwasher and there is plumbing for an American style fridge freezer. Attractive Spanish ceramic floor tiles with wet under floor heating extend seamlessly under the corner bi-folding doors to the outdoor terrace. The kitchen offers ample space for dining/soft seating and also features fully integrated flush fitting Cambridge Audio speakers. A study, rear hall and utility fitted with a range of oak fronted cabinets, granite worksurfacing completes the ground floor accommodation.

First Floor Accommodation
The first floor landing provides access to four double bedrooms and family bathroom that has been recently refitted with a three piece RAK ceramics suite and stone effect tiles. The master bedroom is located above the archway and enjoys a dual aspect, range of mirrored wardrobes and a newly fitted en suite shower room with wet room style double shower. Bedroom two also has the benefit of an en suite shower room fitted, with a white Heritage suite.

Outside
Tall pillars and automatic barrier create an imposing entrance into the development. To the front of the property is a small border and a shared cobbled driveway extends through an archway, providing access to a double width driveway and garage. Additional visitor parking is available within the development. A pedestrian gate provides access into the rear gardens that enjoy a southerly aspect. Mainly laid to lawn the gardens feature a generous terrace that extends seamlessly from the kitchen in a matching tile, creating a pleasant space to relax and dine.

Garage & Workshop
The garage is oversized and provides space for one vehicle through wooden double gates and additional space for workshop, storage, motorbike etc.

Services & Technology
The property has the latest generation of energy efficiency and high levels of insulation provide exceptional levels of comfort. All mains services are connected and there is a security alarm system. The property has gas central heating fired by a Viessmann 222F Storage boiler controlling the radiator heating system and the underfloor heating to the extension separately allowing the temperatures to be set independently. Also includes weather compensation, there is no requirement for room thermostats, the boiler monitors the outside temperature and slowly turns the heating on/off as the outside temperature changes. Satellite TV and broadband are available to the area.

Local Authority
Charnwood Borough Council.

Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

Directions
Approaching from the A6, exit at the roundabout onto Granite Way, following signs for Mountsorrel & Quorn. Passing the newly opened Waitrose on the left hand side, take the first exit at the next roundabout onto Loughborough Road. Turn left into Waterside Drive and the automatic barrier allows entrance into the development. Within The Waterside turn right onto The Quay where the property can be found located on the right hand side. Parking is available to the rear of the property, accessed through an archway.

Property Features :

• Four Double Bedroom Home
• Ambitious Black Hawk Development
• Small Harbour & 120m River Frontage
• Around 2000 sq ft of Accommodation
• Ultra Contemporary Kitchen with Corner Bi folds