Property description
The Old House is a substantial six bedroom Grade II listed home with large south facing garden and a two bedroom self contained annexe. Dating back to 1740 and thought to have been originally three cottages, the property offers accommodation over three floors that is brimming with character including beamed ceilings, exposed wall timbers, period fireplaces and oak staircase. Of brick construction under a Swithland slate roof, the property enjoys a convenient village centre position, within a 10 minute walk of Bradgate Park. Ideal for the growing family with over 3800 sq ft of accommodation this highly individual home represents a rare opportunity, beautifully situated within an established 1/3 of an acre plot.
The Old House
The property is entered through an original panelled door into a large central dining hall with heavily beamed ceiling. There are two further reception rooms including a drawing room that features an open fire and French doors that open onto the rear gardens. The breakfast kitchen, fitted by Dale Penney, includes a range of fully bespoke beech cabinets and granite worksurfacing. Considering the appetite for large kitchens it is likely that the buyer may wish to extend the kitchen to the rear and possibly introduce bi folding doors that open onto the garden. Also from the ground floor there is access to a cloaks/WC and cellar. A stunning oak staircase provides access to the first floor with four bedrooms and the family bathroom. On the second floor three interconnecting rooms comprising two bedrooms and a shower room offer potential for a master/teenage suite.
Self Contained Annexe
The detached two storey annexe has its own services with gas fired central heating and sealed unit double glazing. On the ground the annexe offers accommodation to include a double bedroom with shower room, spacious lounge/diner that opens into a conservatory with views onto the rear gardens. Off the lounge/diner is a fitted kitchen with a range of appliances and a gas fired Glow-worm boiler. On the first floor is a double bedroom with en suite bathroom.
Outside
The plot extends to 0.33 of an acre in total. A cobbled and gravelled driveway provides ample hard standing and access to an old outbuilding comprising two large garages and a garden store. The rear gardens are enclosed with a dry stone wall and are stocked with a wide variety of flowering plants and shrubs. Within the garden are several large lawned areas, a number of large protected trees and a brick outbuilding.
Location
Cropston is a desirable Charnwood village situated 5.5 miles north of Leicester. Surrounded by scenic countryside the village is close to Bradgate Park, Swithland Reservoir and Beacon Hill yet only minutes from the A46 and M1. The village has two pub/restaurants with a wider range of amenities available in the neighbouring village of Anstey. The nearby market town of Loughborough offers a full range of facilities and is home to the Endowed Schools and Grammar school.Leicester 5.5 miles / Loughborough 7 miles / Ratcliffe College 6 miles / M1(J22) 5.7 miles / M1 south(J21a) 5 miles
Local Authority
Charnwood Borough Council.
Services
All mains services are available and connected to the property. The Old House has gas central heating with the boiler situated in the kitchen. The annexe also has all mains services connected and separate meters with the boiler located in the kitchen.
Directions
From the centre of the village proceed along Station Road for a short distance where the property can be found situated on the right hand side, clearly sign posted with a Fine and Country For Sale board.
Property Features :
- Grade II Listed Family Home
- Over 3800 sq ft of Accommodation (including annexe)
- Established 1/3 acre Plot
- South Facing Garden
- Six Double Bedrooms
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