Property description

THE TOLL GATE: Formerly two derelict cottages, this well-presented four-bedroomed property is situated in a most pleasant edge-of-village location and has, over the years, been tastefully modernised, extended and upgraded, now providing good-sized living accommodation for a growing family including a refitted kitchen and bathroom and new conservatory in 2009. The low-maintenance rear garden has been delightfully landscaped by the present owners and provides an idyllic setting for the cottage.

THE LOCATION
The desirable village of BELTON in Leicestershire lies just off the B5324 road midway between Loughborough and Ashby de la Zouch. The M1 and M42 motorways are within easy access and there is an excellent primary school close by and a popular pub/restaurant.

ABOUT THE PROPERTY
THE TOLL GATE: Formerly two derelict cottages, this well-presented four-bedroomed property is situated in a most pleasant edge-of-village location and has, over the years, been tastefully modernised, extended and upgraded, now providing good-sized living accommodation for a growing family including a refitted kitchen and bathroom and new conservatory in 2009. The low-maintenance rear garden has been delightfully landscaped by the present owners and provides an idyllic setting for the cottage.

ACCOMMODATION IN BRIEF
A look inside reveals: a canopied porch, entrance hallway with stairs rising to the first floor, a cloakroom/w.c., conservatory, sitting room with brick fireplace, separate dining room, a refitted kitchen (2009) with adjoining utility room, an extended master bedroom with dressing area, three further bedrooms and a stylish refitted family bathroom (2009). Outside, you'll find a large double garage measuring 18'9\" long by 20'0\" wide with retractable ladder accessing the loft storage area above.

ACCOMMODATION IN DETAIL


The house stands back from the road behind a block paved driveway. Twin wooden gates open onto the gravelled driveway with parking for several cars which runs down the side of the garden to the double garage to the rear. There are far reaching open countryside views to three sides of the property.

CANOPIED PORCH
With an overhead lantern lamp. Nearby, concealed under a lit glass cover is a well.

ENTRANCE HALL
With a quarry tiled floor, concealed radiator, telephone point, space for an office table and chair, recessed halogen lighting, a panelled door to the cloakroom/w.c. and twin glazed doors leading to the conservatory.

REFITTED CLOAKROOM/W.C. 2009
Fitted with a wall-hung recessed wash basin and a low-flush w.c. with concealed cistern. Quarry tiled floor, part-tiled walls, recessed halogen lighting and a multi-paned side window.

CONSERVATORY - ADDED 2009 - 9' 7'' x 9' 1'' (2.92m x 2.77m)
Constructed with a brick base and upvc double glazed window panels and doors and a vaulted polycarbonate roof. Quarry tiled floor, vertical designer central heating radiator, TV/satellite points, power and lighting. Twin glazed doors to the paved side patio area and delightfully landscaped low-maintenance rear garden.

SITTING ROOM - 12' 6'' max x 11' 4'' (3.81m x 3.45m)
The focal point of this room is the mellow brick fireplace with open grater and brick hearth. Oak flooring, concealed radiator, picture rail and dual-aspect windows to the front and side.

REFITTED GALLEY KITCHEN 2009 - 22' 2'' max x 8' 6'' (6.76m x 2.59m)
Refitted in 2009 with a range of base and drawer units and matching wall cupboards including glass-fronted display cabinets. An inset Belfast sink with mixer tap. integral dishwasher, space for a fridge/freezer. A brick inglenook housing the Aga dual-fuel (gas and electric) range with four ovens and a substantial exposed beam over. Solid wood worktops, quarry tiled floor, recessed halogen ceiling lights, concealed radiator, breakfast bar and wine racks. A multi-paned bow window overlooking the rear garden and a further window. A panelled door to the dining room, open plan arch to the rear lobby, and a half-glazed exit door to the garden.


A panelled door leads to the:

UTILITY ROOM - 10' 0'' x 8' 1'' max (3.05m x 2.46m)
A stone sink with taps resting on brick pillars. Quarry tiled floor, worktop, concealed radiator, a multi-pane bow window to the rear aspect, a further window and a half-glazed stable-type exit door.


Returning to the kitchen, a door to the:

DINING ROOM - 12' 0'' x 10' 9'' (3.66m x 3.28m)
With a feature brick fireplace with open grate and brick hearth. Oak flooring, concealed radiator, picture rail, two wall light points and a multi-paned window facing the front of the property.


Returning to the entrance hall, a staircase with quarry tiled treads leads to the:

FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION

LANDING
With oak flooring, recessed halogen ceiling lights, loft access via a retractable wooden ladder, dual-aspect multi-paned windows to the front and side. Doors to the four bedrooms and family bathroom. All the rooms on this level have quality oak flooring - except the bathroom.

EXTENDED PRINCIPAL BEDROOM - 19' 4'' max overall x 12' 1'' max (5.89m x 3.68m)
This room consists of a dressing area with wide square arch linking through to the main bedroom. Oak flooring, recessed halogen ceiling lights, a Yorkshire sliding window and a multi-paned window overlooking the rear garden.

BEDROOM TWO - 12' 0'' max x 11' 1'' max (3.66m x 3.38m)
With oak flooring, a brick fireplace with cast iron open fireplace, concealed radiator, recessed halogen ceiling lights, and two multi-paned windows facing the open countryside across the road to the front of the property.

BEDROOM THREE - 15' 5'' x 7' 7'' (4.7m x 2.31m)
With oak flooring, a brick fireplace with cast iron open grate, concealed radiator and dual-aspect multi-paned windows to the front and side enjoying countryside views.

BEDROOM FOUR - 12' 0'' max x 8' 2'' (3.66m x 2.49m)
(6'6\" min). Currently used as a dressing room. L-shaped with oak flooring, concealed radiator, recessed halogen ceiling lights, full-width hanging rail for clothes, and a multi-paned window overlooking the rear garden.

STYLISH REFITTED BATHROOM 2009 - 10' 0'' x 8' 8'' (3.05m x 2.64m)
Refitted two years ago and now comprising: a freestanding bateau bath with centre chrome taps and hand-held rinser attachment, wall-hung wash basin, dual-flush w.c. and a tiled corner shower cubicle with mains power shower. Ceramic tiled floor, recessed halogen ceiling lights, an airing cupboard housing the insulated hot water cylinder and linen shelves, part-tiled walls, traditional-style central heating radiator with heated towel rail, and a multi-paned opaque rear window.

OUTSIDE

FRONT GARDEN
Off-road parking for one car. Twin wooden gates lead to further parking for several cars.

REAR GARDEN
The present owners of this property have delightfully landscaped their rear garden and designed it with low maintenance in mind. You'll find a tucked-away side courtyard, an extensive block paved patio with alfreso dining area, further paved and gravelled areas, a timber-framed greenhouse, brick walling and hedging to the boundaries affording a high degree of privacy. The gravelled driveway offers further parking for four cars, leading to the:

DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE - 18' 9'' long x 20' 0'' wide (5.72m x 6.1m)
A good-sized double garage with twin up-and-over doors, power and lighting and a side window. A ceiling hatch opens to reveal a retractable ladder accessing useful roof space storage.

AND FINALLY...
A rare opportunity to acquire a lovely extended and upgraded cottage nestled in an enviable edge-of-village location.

HOW TO GET THERE
From our NEWTON FALLOWELL office in the heart of ASHBY DE LA ZOUCH: Turn right into Market Street and continue into wood Street and Tamworth Road. At the roundabout by Tescos, take the third exit. In approx 150 metres, at the roundabout with the A42, take the second exit onto the A512 towards Loughborough. Go through Coleorton and take a left turn onto the B5324 Rempstone Road towards Osgathorpe. Continue past Osgathorpe, and in a short distance, at the crossroads with Belton on the left, turn right into Grace Dieu Lane. The property can be found immediately on the right hand side - identified by our 'For Sale' board. POST CODE for SATNAVS: LE12 9TW.

PLEASE NOTE:
MEASUREMENTS: Please note that room sizes are quoted in metres to the nearest tenth of a metre measured from wall to wall. The imperial equivalent is included as an approximate guide for applicants not fully conversant with the metric system. Room measurements are included as a guide to room sizes and are not intended to be used when ordering carpets or flooring. SERVICES: All mains are connected. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by Newton Fallowell and no guarantee as to their operating ability or their efficiency can be given. TENURE: Freehold - with vacant possession on completion. Newton Fallowell recommend that purchasers satisfy themselves as to the tenure of this property and we recommend they consult a legal representative such as a solicitor appointed in their purchase.

Property Features :

• 4 Bedroomed Cottage-Style Family Home
• Delightful Low-Maintenance Rear Garden
• Sitting Room
• Separate Dining Room
• Refitted Kitchen 2009 + Utility Room