Property description
An elegant house located on Soar Road that was built in the early eighteenth century. This seven bedroom Georgian home is Grade II listed and offers three floors of accommodation bursting with character and charm. Period fireplaces, panelled doors, flagstone floors and shuttered windows are just some of the features of this stunning home that features three lovely reception rooms, family kitchen and a large purpose built Victorian billiards room. Outside there is a generous gated driveway, outbuilding/garage and walled garden.
Location
Quorn is a highly desirable village located in north Leicestershire between Leicester and Loughborough. This thriving village offers an impressive range of amenities that includes a number of individual shops, bars and restaurants, all of which are within easy walking distance of the property. The nearby market town of Loughborough offers a more extensive range of facilities and the highly regarded Endowed Schools. Leicester City and Nottingham are within easy reach and the surrounding Charnwood Forest boasts endless walks and beauty spots that include Bradgate Park, Swithland Wood and Cropston Reservior. Leicester 9 miles / Loughborough 3 miles / Nottingham 18 miles / M1(J23) 5.8 miles / Ratcliffe College 6 miles / East Midlands Airport 12.7 miles
History
Rev J W R Boyer curate of Quorn from 1799 until 1832 lived at The Croft. The house was then passed to a succession of doctors including Dr Samuel Harris, his son and then Dr James Arthur Unitt who all conducted their practice from the house. Like many General Practioners at the beginning of the 20th Century Dr Unitt (1860 - 1949) made his round in a horse-drawn trap being driven by a groom who wore a smart livery and top hat. Dr Unitt took an active part in the life of Quorn and his concern was commemorated in the road that bears his name, just off Wood Lane within the village. The footway visible in the old photo was made from granite setts probably quarried in the Parish. The metal railing also visible were probably removed during the First World War for munitions.
Ground Floor
An original six panelled door with glazed fan light opens into a grand entrance hall that features an original staircase that rises to all floors, tiled floor and a rear hallway with characterful flagstone floor extends towards the rear garden. Three elegant reception rooms, all with high ceilings lead from the hallway and are presented in a traditional style. The drawing room has two large multi pane windows with original shutters and an open fire with Carrara marble surround. To the rear of the property is a large purpose built Victorian billiard room with full sized table, tall vaulted ceiling with Victorian skylight, built-in oak seating, wood panelling and period fireplace. The billiard room has the wow factor and offers the perfect space for relaxing and entertaining in style, or could be re-purposed for instance to create a new family kitchen (subject to the necessary approvals). The dining room is large, has retained original built-in cupboard and opens into the breakfast kitchen. The kitchen is fitted with a range of cabinets, integrated appliances and includes a generous dining area. Off the kitchen is access to an under stairs pantry, utility room with second staircase, boot room and large garage. A cloakroom with shower completes the ground floor accommodation.
First & Second Floor
On the first floor are two generous double bedrooms and a single bedroom all with period fireplaces and a series of interlinking loft rooms that provide useful storage/workshop and potential for further bedrooms. The master bedroom enjoys a front aspect and features a period fireplace, two multi pane windows and fitted wardrobes. From the master bedroom steps lead down to en suite bathroom that is fitted with a three piece suite. Also on the first floor is a recently fitted shower room. On the second floor are four bedrooms and a family bathroom. The two front facing bedrooms both enjoy countryside views, multi pane windows and one has an original Georgian fireplace.
Outside
This imposing ivy clad property is set back from the footpath behind a low maintenance gravelled area that was originally enclosed with iron railings. Harrington Close that leads off Soar Road provides access to a generous gated driveway, large garage with up and over door and private walled gardens. The gardens are north west facing and offer extensive terracing, generous swathes of lawn and several seating areas. An established yew and box tree are particular features of the rear garden.
Local Authority
Charnwood Borough Council.
Services
All mains services are available and connected. The property has gas fired central heating.
Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Directions
From the centre of the village proceed along Station Road, passing a number of shops and restaurants and follow the road around to the right onto Stoop Lane. At the end of the road turn left onto Soar Road where the property can be found situated immediately on the left hand side, identifiable by our agents For Sale board.
Property Features :
- Grade II Listed Family Home
- Three Lovely Reception Rooms
- Large Purpose Built Victorian Billiards Room
- Breakfast Kitchen
- Seven Bedrooms