Property description

Built in circa 1875, Honey Cottage is offered to the market having been lovingly restored and meticulously upgraded by its current owners. Ideally located in the sought after and highly regarded village of Normanton Le Heath, this two double bedroomed home cleverly combines character features such as a log burner, solid wood flooring, exposed beams and wood stripped, latched doors, with the modern fixtures and fittings desired by many prospective purchasers. The accommodation in brief comprises of a cosy lounge, extended, T-shaped country style kitchen diner with self cleaning oak framed glass roof and views over the garden and a ground floor WC. To the first floor, the landing further displays character with feature stained glass windows and gives access to the two double bedrooms, one of which overlooks fields beyond, and a contemporary three piece white suite bathroom. Outside there is a landscaped garden which boasts a patio and lawn which is not overlooked from beyond and well proportioned to the home. Immaculately presented this home would be ideal for a professional couple or purchaser looking to downsize being located in a quiet, rural setting and within close proximity to countryside walks and the National Forest.

LOCATION
Located in the village of Normanton La Heath, this property is situated on a quiet country lane and not only enjoys views over fields, but being within National Forest, countryside pursuits such as walks, fishing and golf are on the doorstep. Whilst still being a short drive to the market town of Ashby De La Zouch, where there are an abundance of shops and amenities, the property is also within close proximity to health resort and spa, Champney Springs.

ACCOMMODATION


Front entrance door leading into the lounge.

LOUNGE - 14' 11''max x 12' 0''max (4.54m x 3.65m)
Having a front elevation window and exposed beams to the ceiling, the lounge incorporates the character to be expected of a property of this age. Having a central log burner with exposed brick hearth and surround and a French cherry engineered solid wood floor. There is a recess underneath the stairs with a wood stripped latched door hiding the access to the staircase. With a further side elevation window, neutral décor and windows looking through, with a door giving access to the kitchen and diner.

ADDITIONAL LOUNGE

KITCHEN DINER - 18' 3'' x 8' 4'' (5.56m x 2.54m)
T-shaped in design, the kitchen has been extended to create a space which is extremely light and airy with side and rear elevation windows, self cleaning Oak framed glass roof and a side access door with window leading to the garden. The kitchen has been fitted with a range of eye level and base storage units, inset stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap over, integrated dishwasher with space for a free standing fridge freezer, space for a range cooker and additional space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer. Ample space for a dining table and internal door leading to the wc.

ADDITIONAL PHOTO

ADDITIONAL PHOTO

WC
Having an Oak framed frosted glass roof with downstairs wc has been fitted with a two piece white suite comprising a wall mounted hand basin and low level wc.

LANDING
To the first floor the landing provides access to all of the first floor accommodation and has a side elevation window. There are feature high level stained glass windows and exposed beams, as well as a useful built in storage cupboard. Internal door leads through to bedroom one.

BEDROOM ONE - 12' 0'' x 9' 0'' (3.65m x 2.74m)
With a front elevation window and high ceilings, the room is neutral in décor and has a built in cupboard over the stairs which has wiring and electrical sockets, ideal for a desk and computer space.

BEDROOM TWO - 9' 5'' x 8' 4'' (2.87m x 2.54m)
Having a velux window and a rear elevation window overlooking the fields beyond, this second good size double bedroom is neutral in décor with an exposed beam.

BATHROOM
Having been refitted with contemporary three piece white suite comprising a low level wc, corner pedestal wash hand basin and circular bath with central mixer tap and rainfall effect shower head over. Having a wall mounted, heated towel rail, velux window, exposed beam and a rear elevation window.

ADDITIONAL PHOTO

OUTSIDE
The property is flush to the road with parking available to the front and gated access can be found to the right hand side of the property which in turn leads to the garden which has been carefully landscaped to create a beautiful outside space. Having a flagstone patio area with a lawn beyond and space for a storage shed. Raised flower beds and an attractive exposed fully brick wall surround. The garden also houses the oil tank and a brick built outside store houses the oil fired boiler. The garden is not directly overlooked from beyond and must be seen to be truly appreciated.

TO FIND THE PROPERTY
Leaving our office on Market Street in Ashby, head out of the town and turn left onto Bath Street and continue forward Station Road. At mini roundabout bear left onto Station Road, continuing onto Tamworth Road. Continue onto Lower Packington Road and then onto Ashby Road, Packington. Continue forward onto Heather Lane and left onto School Lane. The property is then on the left hand side as denoted by the agents For Sale sign.

SERVICES, TENURE AND COUNCIL TAX
Oil fired boiler and tank, Council Tax Band B. EPC rating to follow.

Property Features :

• CHARACTER COTTAGE
• TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS
• LOUNGE WITH LOG BURNER
• KITCHEN DINER
• REFITTED BATHROOM

Property Info:

• FLOOR PLAN