Property description
This impressive three bedroom penthouse apartment occupies a quiet corner of a converted country house. A large south west facing roof garden is a particular feature of the property and unique to Swithland Court. The property offers spacious accommodation to include two reception rooms, breakfast kitchen, luxury shower room and cloakroom. In addition there is a two storey stairwell with original staircase which provides considerable storage and offers further potential. French doors from the sitting room open onto the roof garden which has been created within the massive roof and elegant chimney stacks of this fine Grade II listed building. The apartment enjoys stunning private views from most rooms over the 5 acres of private grounds and surrounding woodland from its elevated position. The property benefits from full gas central heating, cellar storage, communal parking area and private garage. This ideal country residence is situated just off Brand Hill, a short walk from the centre of this premier Charnwood village which offers a range of amenities, pubs and restaurants.
ACCOMMODATION
Access to the property is via the main entrance into Swithland Court. A large hall with its original grand staircase rises to a first floor galleried landing with large front facing bay window. From here an inner passageway leads to a private staircase to Apartment 14 where a timber door provides access into a generous 'L' shaped entrance hall.
ENTRANCE HALL
Multi paned window. Access to a large walk-in shelved storage cupboard housing space for an additional fridge.
CLOAKROOM
Fitted with a two piece coloured suite comprising a low level wc, wall mounted wash hand basin with tiled splashback and extractor.
BREAKFAST KITCHEN
Fitted with a range of modern hand painted units sparkle granite effect work surfaces with inset black Villeroy & Boch one and a half bowl sink with mixer tap and waste disposal unit. There is space for a gas fired range style cooker with extractor hood over, and the kitchen features pelmet spot lights, illuminated glass fronted display cabinets and integrated appliances to include a dishwasher and fridge. Heating is provided by an enclosed gas fired Glow-worm combination boiler. Plumbing exists for a washing machine. There is an original multi pane window with views into the central courtyard garden. The floor is highly polished black ceramic tile.
SITTING ROOM
The sitting room is particularly spacious having two original multi pane windows with views onto surrounding lawns and woodland. The room features a Louis style marble fireplace surround, dado rail, ceiling cornice and multi pane French doors opening onto a stunning roof garden.
ROOF GARDEN
A particular feature of this apartment and unique to Swithland Court this property has the benefit of a generous south west facing roof garden that has been created amongst the tall elegant chimney stacks of this fine building. This roof garden provides a spectacular private retreat from which far reaching views over the surrounding woodland and countryside can be enjoyed making this an ideal outdoor living space. The garden has timber decking and is enclosed with a metal balustrade. It features two attractive lantern lights and separate flood up lighting. Access to the roof garden is via the sitting room.
DINING ROOM
An original multi pane window with private views onto surrounding lawns and woodland. Ornate ceiling cornice, single wall light point and picture light.
BEDROOM ONE
Double bedroom with range of floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes with matching bedside units, drawer chests and built in window seat. An original multi pane window overlooks the central courtyard garden. The radiator has a decorative cover. There is a detailed ceiling cornice and a single wall light point.
BEDROOM TWO
Double bedroom with range of floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes with matching bedside unit and drawer chest. An original multi pane window overlooks the central courtyard garden and there is decorative ceiling cornice.
LUXURY SHOWER ROOM
The shower room has been recently refurbished with Porcelanosa fittings and features a large walk-in wet room style shower with fixed glass shower screen and drench head shower with separate microphone style shower attachment. There is a wall mounted wc with built in cistern and flush plate, bidet and wash basin with mixer tap. The shower room is fully tiled with marble effect ceramic tiling, ladder style chrome heated towel rail, original multi pane window with obscure glazing, mirror fronted storage cupboards, shaver point, recessed spot lighting and two extractor fans.
BEDROOM THREE/STUDY
Enjoys a dual aspect with original multi pane window to side and rear elevations. Ideal for home office or a third bedroom, a trap door provides access to a substantial two storey stairwell that features an original staircase. This stairwell leads into the central courtyard and offers considerable storage and excellent potential.
OUTSIDE
Swithland Court stands in approximately 5 acres of magnificent communal gardens and grounds in an elevated hillside setting with views to the front over the Soar Valley and to the rear over the Charnwood Forest. This splendid property was once a convalescent home and now houses some of the most desirable apartments within the Charnwood Forest.
PARKING
Communal parking area leading to garage.
GARAGE
Situated in a block with an up-and-over door, power and light.
CELLAR STORE
Accessed from the main entrance hall. A lockable cellar store with power and light.
TENURE
The property is leasehold and offered with a 999 year set up in 1983. Service charges are set out by the Management Committee who own the Freehold of the property and is made up of all of the apartment owners.
SERVICES
All mains services are available and connected to the property.
DIRECTIONS
From the centre of the village proceed up Brand Hill where the entrance to Swithland Court is found on the right hand side. Parking is available on the left hand side and Apartment 14 is approached through the main entrance of Swithland Court.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
Charnwood Borough Council.
Property Features :
- Three Bedroom Penthouse Apartment
- Stunning Hillside Setting
- South West Facing Roof Garden
- Breakfast Kitchen
- Two Reception Rooms